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She sends a collection of relics which their mother sends to Purcell. It is the Mother de Befforoy who sends them and she asks prayers for her children. Purcell is to give some of the relics to Bishop Sylvester H. Rosecrans . They would like to see Purcell again and say Mass for them before his departure. She prays for the grace to work in America. :: II-5-c A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.

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The Committee on Papers of the New York Historical Society has learned that Seton is preparing a paper on the first Episcopal See of America. They invite him to give it at the February meeting.

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She is wishing Edwards a Most Happy and Prosperous New Year. :: XI-2-k Postcard, signed.

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Edwards was no doubt surprised at finding him in St. Louis. The truth is that his father and his wife and himself could not agree. Levin sought shelter in the love of his aunt. He is now one of the most honored men of the Exchange and made a great deal of money in wheat. He sends his regards to his friends.

Scope and Contents The removal of a neighbor to Wheeling gives the writer an opportunity to write Bishop Whelan, and ask his blessing and prayers for himself and others on his side of the line of blood and fire separating them. Mrs. Ellen Sullivan is going to settle in Wheeling, for the benefit of her children, so that they may be educated and brought up properly. Lewis has told her he knew Whelan, and that Frances Smythe would give her whatever advice or direction she would need. She will tell Whelan of...

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In response to the enclosed list, they are not in a position to quote on the publications inquestion. Their business is entirely confined to furnishing library supplies and equipment. :: XI-2-k L.S. (Typed) 1p.

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Leyandecker fulfills his promise in sending $31.50 to be applied to the accounts he lists. The last five names have already been sent in. He adds three dollars for the Papal Zovaves, and he hopes Providence will care for these soldiers of the Church. :: I-2-a A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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During his interview with the Archbishop he was encouraged that there would be no objection for him to take charge of Cheltenham if O'Sullivan contemplated resigning charge of that mission. The Archbishop informed him that O'Sullivan had not yet given up that mission. He is going to preach the dedication sermon for Father O'Neill in his new church at Richmond one of the missions attached to McHenry. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 2pp.

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They bill him for goods sent. :: XI-2-c No signature Postcard (French)

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They can be of no assistance to Edwards in respect to Brownson's Review. :: XI-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He has written to a number of sources to find the right man for cataloging the library. The only man he has now is in Delaware and will be at liberty January 1. It is estimated that a good man would cost $100 per month. He could handle three or four assistants who would receive possibly $50 per month. He will correspond with parties again if Edwards wishes. :: XI-1-m (Typed part missing) 1p

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They ask Edwards to inform them if he is in the market for anything in the nature of library furniture or technical supplies. :: XI-2-i TYPED 1p.

Scope and Contents With reference to the detailed report of the Bureau of May 2, 1831, Mr. lichtenberg gives the following news: All of Rese's letters of March 24, 1830 have been received and delivered to the different parties who thank him, but few will answer now because most of them are upset because of the cholera morbus, which has afflicted terrible Gallicia and in the last two months also Hungary. In that country alone 457 towns and villages were seized and in some of them hundreds of people die every...

Scope and Contents The Vienna office of the Leopoldine Association received Rese's letter dated New York, May 12, 1832, together with all its enclosures. Rese asks him to confirm the receipt of the package of letters and to reply to the different points. But the enclosed writing of July 6, 1831 contains all the necessary points. It was not sent away sooner because it was hoped that several points could be omitted or changed after the arrival of the expected package. Therefore Lichtenberg unites this letter in...

Scope and Contents Lichtenberg congratulates Rese for his election to the episcopal office. The enclosed second writing is to inform those who are responsible for the distribution of this year's money that 2000 florins were sent to Rese, and that the clause: "this money must be used in Michigan and Northwest" can be left out, because this has been done at the last but one shipment of 15000 florins of which 13000 florins were for Rese and 2000 florins for Baraga. Lichtenberg has also made arrangements with the...

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He called for Mgr. O'Connell but did not find him in and was unable to learn whether he was in Rome or not. They often think of their Norway experience and visit to the North Cape. They expect to go on to Egypt to remain for two or three months. If he ever gets to Notre Dame he will certainly stop. :: XI-1-m A.L.S. 3pp.

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He presumes Edwards has not forgotten their cruise on the Mira up to the North Cape in the summer of 95. The enclosed picture will remind Edwards of the pleasant times they had in Norway. They had a delightful year after leaving Edwards, spending their time in different countries. He hopes they may meet again sometime. :: XI-1-n A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents Lightner has been unable to get John Lightner home this vacation. Father John Mary Odin, C.M. was unable to bring him. Lightner will visit John as soon as he returns from Pittsburgh; he expects to be absent about 4 weeks. Lightner will bring John's sister to go to school at Timon's place. Timon should procure John clothing if needed. Being so young, he may not be able to take care of himself. His mother and little brothers are well. Lightner sends respects to Fathers Paquin and ...

Scope and Contents Timon's note of the 17th by Father John Baptist Tornatore, C.M. with the book, has been received. Lightner has not yet seen Tornatore, the package having been left at Dr. Mason's. Timon's favor to Mr. Ellis with the draft was received. Lightner has taken deeds for five; he has not yet procured that of Mr. Gibboney wishing to see Mr. Sanford first. He will procure Mr. Garner's next week. He has arranged with the administrator of Kinnison's estate to present an order at the March term ...

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Mrs. Samuel Morton is still quite ill and wishes to see Timon. :: IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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Mother Liguari still has an introductory letter to Onahan from Archb(isho)p Ireland. She wishes to use it now to obtain railroad passes for several nuns to Chicago for the World's Fair.

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Lillie would like to contribute to the Ave Maria without pay. She writes for Harpers, Lippincotts, and Belfords. Seeing an account of the conversion of Miss Helen Cowles in the Ave Maria, Lillie offers to write a story about her, based on facts which are known only to Lillie and Bishop Bernard Joseph Mahony. Lillie's mother, Mrs. Rhoda E. White has contributed to the Ave Maria from Europe. :: X-3-k A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Limerick has procured Father Bertram Wilberforce, O.P., to write an article on the Cord of St. Thomas. He has done it willingly, and asks only that in return Hudson should print in the Ave Maria an advertisement of a book Wilberforce has done on the martyrs of Japan, and of which he should like to sell a few copies in America. He has also asked Limerick to write a review of the book. A copy of the book has already been sent, and in a few days Limerick will send Hudson the article and...

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Limpens received deaconship last Christmas, and will probably receive the priesthood Feb. 28 or April 4 next. Being under canonical age, he petitions Lefevere for a dispensation in aetate of 2 months, and in interstitiis, on the grounds that he greatly desires to become a priest after 4 « years of theology, and also to be better prepared for the missions. ` A.L.S. 2pp. ` On the same paper:

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Linahan sends 50¢ to McMaster as mission dues to aid the Indian Missions of Dom. Isidore Robot, O.S.B.. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 20 mo

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Linahan sends in $4 as mission dues to aid the Poor Indians. He lists the 90 contributors of the money, many of whom are negroes just as poor as the Indians, but they wish to help. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo

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He thanks Edwards for his photograph. He will reciprocate some day. He has had no photos taken for six years. They spent a pleasant winter at home, only taking two weeks' excursion to Florida. Florida is a great country. They talk more of Norway than of any part of their trip. They remember with pleasure their short acquaintance with Edwards. :: XI-1-o A.L.S. 2pp.

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The picture of Pope Pius X and Edwards letter with the Pope's indulgence at the hour of death were received today. He thanks Edwards, and wishes him a Merry Christmas ans a Happy New year. XI-2-h A.L.S. 1p.

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Edwards' good wishes received; he thanks Edwards for remembering him. He is in his 78th year, but cannot last much longer. He desires to see Edwards at Notre Dame once more, but God only knows if it may be realized. He is no ex; he is Chaplain for life, but retired. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 1p.

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He is glad to hear that Edwards will soon start to build a Museum Building. Edwards once told him that he had the promise of two hundred thousand dollars for it. He is now nearly 78 years old and cannot live much longer. If he is living when the roof is on the building he will contribute $100 toward it. He can only furnish photographs of his Mother, Father, brothers and sisters and nearer relatives. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 1pg.