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Scope and Contents In these times of extreme trial the proof of sympathy is in a reverent silence. His family appreciates the sympathy expressed by McMaster and his family in the loss of their mother and wife. One fears not for the dead but for those who yet must face the uncertainty of a good death. Emile Longemare has told them so often of McMaster that they feel that he is no stranger to them and his wife has urged him to write this letter and to assure McMaster that they pray for him and his five...

Scope and Contents He has been busy every day with odd jobs. Today he expected to spend a few hours in peace, but when he got to Manero's office a Frenchman came and talked to him concerning an agency in New York. Later he went to the Palace and has been writing this letter ever since. He writes about Cantfield and Massey in strictest confidence. He is working in the Bureau and if he fails at this job will get out of the country. He is very hopeful of success. The chief of the Cabinet and the Emperor's...

Scope and Contents A series of Resolutions signed by Emile Longuemare, per Secretary, dealing with the assessing of each member of the society of a sum to defray the expenses of the Supreme Council of the Society; the initiation of Neophytes; the acquiring of new members; the extension of the Society; the introduction of new resolutions. There is also a statement to the effect that the Grand Commander of each state is a member of the executive Committee of the Supreme Council. The recipient is directed to...

Scope and Contents Since writing to McMaster about the Sept. 9 the decree he gave him to hope for has become a reality. Emigration could ask for no more. The natives are astonished but the party of progress has been encouraged. While seizure of lands is an arbitrary proceeding, it was the only way of accomplishing object. Bitterness formerly showed to him has turned to absolute hate, but he has gained a victory against combined influence of lawyers, prefects, judges. He states that he asked for...

Scope and Contents He wrote to McMaster some days ago but takes this opportunity, to send him a few more words by means of three men Messers, Childs, Longhorne, and Meadows who are returning to the United, States at 4 o'clock the next morning. Emile sends him a "Times," the, only one which has reached there as yet. He received a letter today, from General Price and Gov. Harris from Mexico who writ e that, although they are concerned over the success of their representatives, still they have hopes since...

Scope and Contents He is located 100 miles from the Port of Vera Cruz and 180 miles from Mexico City. He writes this report in order to make the steamer leaving January 23. They arrived January 13 and he went immediately to the Governor of Vera Cruz who was quite cordial, but who said the proper person to see was Minister Roblez of the Agricultural Department. He went on a tour of the interior, trying to see as much as possible of matters and things in about Mexico. The Pennsylvanians were given passage...

Scope and Contents This letter will be given to McMaster by Mr. William F. Maurice who will return to Cordova in the fall and who will give McMaster a good report of things here so the Emile will not have to write a long letter. He will miss Maurice very much, since he is so used to seeing him several times a day. Some Americans here are throwing slurs concerning Emile, saying he is too young to hold the position he has. These enemies are headed by W.M. Anderson. Emile is sick and tired of the job and has...

Scope and Contents In his last letter he told McMaster of his interview with the Emperor and of his tour of the interior with some gentlemen to survey lands he hopes to have in the market. They were amazed at the beauty and richness of the country, but some, particularly Mr. Anderson, were dissatisfied with Longnemare since he had not obtained certain accommodations for them that he had promised. Emigrants have been impatient to settle on the lands, but they cannot because they have not yet been surveyed...

Scope and Contents Emile writes to McMaster about the lands now being made ready for colonization. Major Lawrence, Captain Cage and some 12 other Confederates are surveying the land. He hopes to have the land ready in about three weeks. Only gov. Allen and Capt. Maury of all the Confederates who have come to Mexico, remain in the capital. He wonders if the Southerners will remain in the United States instead of coming to Mexico. Emile felt sure that Maury's appointment would have a good effect in the...

Scope and Contents Pages 1 and 2 missing ... Page 3: McMaster has his excuses. He is afraid McMaster will fell grieved and disappointed when he hears the tales of those returning to New York, but the sickly reason that has put a stop to emigration will give them time to look about them and plan a course of action for the future. Longuemare will abide by McMaster's decisions. Some of the lands he has procured are good and some are not so good. B.G. Caulfield will come to New York, and McMaster can get his...

Scope and Contents When he wrote last he stated that he was waiting for certain arrangements to be completed by the government and the results of which are shown by the enclosed documents. He has carte blanche with everything connected with emigration and lands. He leaves the 26 for Cardova to meet the Emperor Maximilian and get an appropriation with which he hopes to carry to his program. He wonders that since every one if working for themselves, why shouldn't he do likewise. He is eager for capitalists...

Scope and Contents He arrived in St. Louis after 5 days after meeting with all sorts of accidents. The engine burst, ran off track etc.; he almost froze to death, and as consequence has been sick for four days. He finds St. Louis changed. The influx of strangers makes it look like a strange city. He met all his old friends. Eugene has gone to Florida; Alex Garasche is in Washington and McMaster will probably see him as he passes through. Baudry Grasche is in New York. There is a great fever for...

Scope and Contents He congratulates McMaster and his wife on the birth of a son, hoping that the son will be as nearly like his father in all that goes to make up a man, and will inherit some of the virtues of the mother. He has been wardering about, with no object in view. He hopes the Fenians would kick up a respectable row which would have justified his visiting them. He points out that the struggle in Europe has checked his aspirations, but at least he will have the satisfaction of witnessing a war...

Scope and Contents He speaks of the nominations to colonization and land bureau, posts of Maury and Magruder. He describes his tour of the lands with, three gentlemen who were very enthusiastic over all that they say., General J.O. Shelby arrived with his party, including George Young,, Dr. Terry of Lexington, George Hall, Kiphardt, Col. Blackwell and, others. General Price and Governor Harris have gone to Mexico to see, the Emperor about the decree allowing Indians and Mexicans the right, to apply for...

Scope and Contents Loras acknowledges the letter of July 17. He is more convinced that Wisconsin should be erected into a new see, particularly since he saw Bishop Peter Richard Kenrick at Galena Illinois. Kenrick would willingly cede to the new diocese certain counties from Illinois as desired by some persons. This must be examined in the next council. Detroit will have enough by having Michigan. Loras has changed his mind concerning the French catechisms. Bishop Benedict J. Flaget of Louisville has given...

Scope and Contents Loras acknowledges Lefevere's favor of November 30. After reflection he adds to what Bishop Peter Richard Kenrick says the M.K. Father John Kenny is given to lying and has given scandal at Galena. If he is repentant Lefevere could try him for a month. The general rule adopted by the Bishop of Dubuque with regard to strange priests is to allow one year's trial during which he could leave or the bishop dismiss him. Loras deplores the conduct of Father Vincent F. Badin, and explains the...

Scope and Contents Loras has been told that is was found quite astonishing that Father James Causse of Potosi Wisconsin Territory lately visited Mineral Point, Wisconsin Territory. That town has been attended only by Father Samuel Mazzuchelli, O.P. of Dubuque and Loras did not know that Father Martin Kunding was expected there. He will write to Causse not to go there. Father Joseph Cretin, Vicar General, has been at Prairie du Chien Wisconsin Territory for more than two years and Loras asks Bishop Lefevere to...

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Lord sends an appeal for more conferences of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. :: X-3-j A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Has Hudson received her letter asking him to recommend a young lady for the position of music teacher at their school? :: X-3-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Can Hudson recommend a young lady as a music teacher for St. Vincent's school at Keokuk? :: X-3-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He just heard of the death of their mutual friend Father William Corby, C.S.C.. Corby was just as good a Christian as any of the canonized. :: XI-1-o A.L.S. Postcard

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Lorrain thanks Hudson for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He received a postal from Deadwood, South Dakota this morning where Edwards directed him to send the silver watch, and no one is there by that name. He asks what Edwards would advise him to do. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 2pp.

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He will deliver one "Royal Scroll" ordered by Edwards, price $5.75.

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Is Hudson's answer about the Jubilee which appeared in the May 14, 1881 issue of the Ave Maria correct? :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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Louage informs Hudson that he could not get the articles that Hudson requested. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Louage went to the best religious goods store in Paris and selected ten subjects on the Blessed Virgin and told them to send Hudson three copies of each. He inquires if they are what Hudson desires. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

Scope and Contents He asks to be excused for writing in French. He has received McMaster's article on his book. He regrets also that he was not more exact in the article in question. He should have said not the council of Reims but the province of Reims since it was held at Amiens in 1853. When he was a student at St. Esprit in Paris in 1853 he and his friend Able McCordier, used to call Bonnetty "Doctor" and he was under the impression that he was a doctor. He has always regarded Bonnetty as a clever man...

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Father General thought it to be a good idea to have the ceremonies for the taking of the Habit and Religious Professions mentioned in the Ave Maria to make the Congregation known and to find vocations. Louage thinks the same article should be published in Canada also. If Hudson does not object the following list should be published in the next issue. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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Louage calls Hudson's attention to a mistake in the Ave Maria for September 24, 1881, p. 775. Father Frederik Levavasseur, one of the three founders of the Congregation succeeded the late Superior General. The liturgist is Father Leon Levavasseur :: X-2-h A. Postcard S. 1p. 32mo.