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Scope and Contents Gallien informs Lefevere that besides the sum allotted to the diocese of Detroit for the fiscal year 1842, reduced to 52.880 francs by the reduction of 300 francs which he remitted to Father Ghislain Boheme, he has yet to send another sum of 1,206 francs 35 centimes from the young ladies who are pupils at the Convent of St. Andre at Tournay in testimony of their respectful memory. The two sums total 54,086 francs 35 centimes. By his letter of January 7 Gallien informed Lefevere that the...

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Owing to failure to see the Director General, Galligan did not obtain the information of Onahan's request. Onahan should see the Director since he is the proper party. (Onahan notes the address of Baron Sarachaga.)

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They have a large valuable library and as they are advanced in years and the last of their family, they are anxious to dispose of it. Many of the books are out of print. She will send a catalogue if desired. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 2pp.

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Having said when he came to see Perché yesterday that his presence would honor their new parish, the parishioners have been notified of it and Galliot does not doubt that their promises are sacred. :: VI-3-a A.L.S. French 1p. 16mo.

Scope and Contents Gallitzin has just received a letter from Rese in which was enclosed a letter from Countess von Schmettau, a cousin of Gallitzin. In that letter she informed Gallitzin that the Princess von Arensberg had favored him with a present of 300 gulden florins, which money was given to Prince von Lichtenberg. Gallitzin was to receive it through the intervention of Rese. He congratulates the Bishop on his elevation to the episcopal dignity and remarks that this is the first time that a German priest...

Scope and Contents Gallitzin had received a letter from the addressed Bishop five months ago in which the Bishop announced that he had received about 300 gulden from the Princess von Arensberg for him. As it was possible that the Bishop had written again and given instructions where Gallitzin could secure the money and that that letter might have been miscarried, Gallitzin begs the Bihsop to writ e again about the whereabouts of the money. He also hopes that the Bishop had received his reply to the Bishop's...

Scope and Contents When Anduze receives this letter, he will also no doubt have one dated the 13th sent this morning under cover of the Admiralty. In that one Gallois asked Anduze to pay Mr. Talma, Lieutenant Commander, the 300 francs he gave Anduze before his departure which will be tomorrow. Gallois has just received the draft of this sum as well as Anduze's letter of January 10. Anduze now has only to send 150 francs to Duchatel, Jr. He hopes Anduze will thank him for making him acquainted with the Duchatel...

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Gallwey submits a sketch for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-c A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents They have been expecting a visit as their Mere Visitatrice has been there for almost three weeks. Mother was unable to succeed in her trip to the Indians, being assured by the Fathers that if she went there would be no possibility to return before Spring. On her journey from St. Louis she was accompanied by Madame C. Hardey who is rapidly approaching eternity. Madame Seligmann, who is in bad health, is going to Grand Coteau and Madame Eagan, an excellent English mistress and a fervent...

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No retreat yet; Father A. Pierre Ladavière, S.J. has the fever and did not say Mass this morning. She begged him to permit Father John Lefranc to give them some instruction and this evening they will begin. :: V-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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The letter Blanc forwarded gave no information as to the contents of the box; she presumes it it from Canada and contains money which their Mother General sends to continue their building. Mother General has ordered that all money paid "a la caisse general" in their province should be transferred to them. Since the return of the children their infirmary is filled. Madame Verret is still very ill. :: V-5-d A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

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For several days they have been so happy to extend hospitality to two religious destined for Blanc's city. Gallwey takes advantage of their departure to renew sentiments of respect and affection. She invokes the blessing of heaven on Blanc and his flock. :: VI-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Ever since her departure from Louisiana, her intention has been to write Blanc. Her duties and sickness have not effaced the great debt she owes Blanc particularly during her superiority. She sometimes regretted not having communicated to Blanc the difficulties she had. Perhaps when Madam e Praz, R.S C.J. will have tasted the sweets of superiority she will understand. She was extremely sorry to hear of the loss of Father Maisounabe and Father Lefranc. They have boarders, day scholars, and a...

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Gallwey thanks Rousselon for paying the duty and forwarding the box of books. She asks him to select a barrel of claret at $25 or $30 and a half barrel of altar wine. They have placed funds in the hands of Messrs. Elder and Doering. Father A. Pierre Ladavière, S.J. always made such purchases for St. Michael's. She sends respects to the Bishop and to Father John Lefranc whose piety and devotedness were a continual source of edification at St. Michael's. V-5-l - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {5}

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She received Blanc's letter of the 5th. Their sick take all her time; they have thirteen in the Infirmary, all convalescent except Elmire Jacob who has scarlet fever. Madam Maria Cutts gives permission for Antoinette Pizarro Martinez to make her vows, with Blanc's approbation. Gallwey has heard nothing from Mr. Goodshaw?; Mr. Ried examined their plans and is making an estimate. :: V-5-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

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Gallwey received Blanc's letter. They desire to commence their retreat on November 26 or 27; that would enable them to finish for the entrance of the children on December 6. The children are delighted with the assurance of Blanc being present at the Distribution. :: V-5-d A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents She writes to remind Blanc of the Ember Days and their extraordinary confessions. Madame Maria Cutts R.S.C. arrived a week since and only waits a boat for St. Louis in her route towards the Indians, which she scarcely expects to succeed in as the waters are falling and the cold begins to set in. But she will make every effort to accomplish the will of their Mother General. Father A. Pierre Ladavière returned yesterday; he had been disappointed the week before as his intention was to...

Scope and Contents Father A. Pierre Ladavière, S.J. has been confined to bed for 5 days with pleurisy occasioned by a fall; his horse took fright and upset the gig. The doctor and Father John Lefranc entertained doubt of his recovery. Although a little better it will be some time before he can resume his duties. Lefranc has four days a week devoted to Mass and instructions in the church, it is a real revival, or his instructions for First Communion. Father J.? Martin said Mass on Saturday. What are they to do....

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In her last letter, Madame told that Elmire Jacob had the scarletina; she died on Sunday morning. There are two cases now almost convalescent as Drs. Merrick and Palmer assure them. Elmire's death has produced a panic; some of the children have been withdrawn and they expect others will follow. She supposes Blanc received her last letter with one from Antoinette Pizarro Martinez . P.S. She writes in haste as J. Freret leaves the first boat. :: V-5-e A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents It is very long since they have heard from Blanc. Their building advances considerably. She will be thankful if Blanc will permit R.P. Rice, their superintendent, to see the chapel of the Ursuline convent. She desires to have their benches arranged similarly. She has just heard that Father Nicholas Point, S.J. has returned from the Rocky Mountains and is at St. Louis. He is to come to St. Michael to see his sister. As soon as the yellow fever subsides Blanc should come to the country for...

Scope and Contents As soon as she received Blanc's last favor she put the whole house in prayer; Blanc's wants, those of his priests, the Sisters of Charity, and the suffering were included. They hope Father J.M. Lefranc has escaped. A boy, 11 years old, the son of Mr. Valois who used to tune the organs and who is dead, has a mother in the last stage of consumption. She desires to place the child in the Seminary. Of course Blanc cannot leave the city; would he approve of Father John Baptist Léon Maisounabe,...

Scope and Contents The return of Father John B. Maisounabe, S.J. gives her an opportunity to write. To enable them to move into their new house immediately after vacation they have fixed the distribution of prizes for December 14; then Blanc can descend on the 15th with Captain F.M. Streck . The painting advances so slowly; this is the cause of putting off their vacation. So far they are exempted from sickness, particularly the children. Maisounabe gave the children's retreat; he has really been devoted since...

Scope and Contents Last evening's mail brought Blanc's letter and as she had already given hers to Father John Lefranc and Blanc's questions required reflexion, she waited to reply today. She is confirmed in the opinion that a good confessor can effect much good in a religious community while a bad or ignorant one can do much harm. Father A. Pierre Ladaviere, S.J. is very feeble. He says his Mass with difficulty and in instructions, he loses his ideas and repeats. He could not go such a distance to say Mass....

Scope and Contents This moment Mr. Kelly informed her that he would leave on the first boat. She avails herself of the opportunity to send a few articles which in the hurry of moving she could have made for the fair. It would have been a pleasure to contribute to the relief of those dear orphans. All is confusion here; they have kept only what is absolutely necessary. She passed last week at their new house, to clean, etc. They look for the arrival of Father John Baptist Léon Maisounabe, S.J. this evening....

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She does not know how she can fill an office so greatly above her capacity and merit. Madame Maria Cutts, R.S.C. was disappointed by the boat engaged by Mr. Vasian; the Captain refused to land because she was not on the levee. She left on Sunday accompanied by Madame C. Hardey R.S.C., who will scarcely return as her disease is making rapid progress. Mother Louisa Léveque, R.S.C. and all their little "troupeau" send regards. :: V-5-a A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents Their building and other affairs have kept Sister from answering Blanc's letter. At last they have found a superintendent, a gentleman highly recommended. She would be pleased if Blanc could see the plans. Father A. Pierre Ladavière, S.J. is greatly pleased with the arrangements. Health is restored but their children enter slowly; they have but 51. Madame Verret, R.S.H.J. still lingers; Madame Miller, R.S.H.J. complains again. If Blanc comes they may be able to decide on First Communion....

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When Blanc came this morning Madame Gallwey was so sure he intended to stay a day or two. After he had gone Madame Maria Cutts R.S.H.J., informed her that Blanc continued his route to the city. Their disappointment is great as is that of Father A. Pierre Ladavière, S.J. . She had invited all the clergy of the neighboring parishes as the Propagateur announced his return about the 20th. :: V-5-e A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents They have 98 children at St. Michael's and expect some others. Their building advances though not as fast as they could desire. Mother Maria Cutts, R.S.H.J. has been very sick. This morning a letter stated that she was better. The zeal and devotedness of this Mother are too important for their province not to employ every means to restore her health. If Blanc cannot come at Ember time, would it be agreeable to have Father Victor Jamey replace him as he is the extraordinary? confessor of the...

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She received Blanc's letter; the annual distribution will be December 9. When she invited Father Victor Jamey to give the children's retreat she had no idea that Blanc's would be at that epoch. Their rules say November 21 for the renewal of vows. Father Ladavière is aware that Jamey is to give the retreat. Many are sick; she hopes vacation will reestablish all. :: V-5-f A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents When Blanc was there Madame Gallwey forgot to ask permission for Madame Eugenie Arcenaux to make her vows. Will Blanc permit Father A. Pierre Ladavière to make the usual examen? Their postulant will take the veil at the same time as it would not do for them to lose the title of novitiate. After a long trial they are compelled to release Sister Peres from her vows; she wishes it herself.Since she became a religious to please her relations it is not surprising. The retreat will prevent them...