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Enclosed is the translations promised to Hudson in a previous letter. :: X-2-l A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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He thinks he will be in New York next Monday, and will be at the New York Hotel. Has McMaster written to Bayard? Today proclaims liberty to all the land or rings the death knell of our lost liberties. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Wall read a sermon of Manning's in the New York "Freeman's Journal" in behalf of the education of students for the priesthood and sends $5. for that purpose. Wall is an Englishman also, and a convert along with his whole family, and asks for prayers of thanksgiving for it and for all Englishmen throughout the world. He likes to think of Manning as a gardener of the Lord, nourishing the trees which bring forth good fruit. May God bless the Cardinal, British subjects, and may their...

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In reply to McMaster's advertisement, he applies for the position, of clerk. He is 23 years old, possesses a fair education, and although he, has no bookkeeping experience, he could assist and learn quickly. He, gives character references and his address. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Wallace has studied ornithology, pathology, Catholic literature, science, religion, temperance and foreign missions besides editing the National Poultry Monitor, American Poultry Journal and writing several books on birds. He would like to write articles for the Ave Maria on Church history, science, religion and travel sketches. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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A young Irish lady, having read a review on "Irish Ecclesiastical Record" of the works of the late Dr. Orestes A. Brownson wishes to procure a few controversial or religiously interesting ones and applies to Brownson. Will he let her know the publisher's address and the cost of two volumes, including postage. :: III-3-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Wallace submits an article entitled "The Repose in Egypt". :: X-3-h A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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This is a poem for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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They send McMaster a few copies of the new Pacificator, the only, Catholic journal in the Confederate States, and ask that McMaster send the Freeman's Journal and such other Northern and European Catholic papers as can be obtained and sent to them. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Walsh would glady be with them at the American Catholic Congress but it is not a time to be away from Ireland. He sends his heartiest Congratulations to the Cardinals, Bishops and all assembled. :: III-3-d Printed 2pp. 8vo. Enclosed is a galley proof of Ryan's Speech.

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Walsh requests Hudson to send him a transcript for the article published in the Ave Maria, years before, whose subject is the text "quid mihi ettibi est, mulier." The writer mentioned two incidents of Eastern travel illustrating the meaning of the idiom by actual modern usage. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Walsh sends congratulations on the honour conferred upon Murray. The bearer of this note, Andrew Maher, a student of the diocese of Kildare, is leaving them and thinks of going to America, so Walsh sends a few lines of introduction. Walsh has been very busy, and has just been relieved by the kindness of the Bishop, from all professorial work. :: I-1-d A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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Walsh spent four days in New Orleans. After a busy day sightseeing, he listened to the trouble Father William Demers had in reforming the abuses of Father Peter P. Cooney, C.S.C. s administration of the parish. Walsh plans to visit St. Augustine, Florida before beginning his return journey to Notre Dame. :: X-3-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Walsh has received the "Sun" and "Scholastic." The Congress will not open until April 9, and Walsh is to go to Luxemburg with Father Augustin J. Louage, C.S.C. when it closes. Walsh will write Father Corby from Luxemburg about the house which there has been talk of establishing in this quarter. Louage thinks the grand-duchy would be an excellent recruiting ground for his province. But he says America must come to his aid with a German priest. The ocean voyage lasted only seven days and...

Scope and Contents Father Walsh encloses receipts for Brownson's remittance of yesterday for which he sends his thanks. He hopes to be able to accept Brownson's invitation on his way back from the gathering of the champions of the "cause" in Boston. They will probably "come out strong" for Fisher and Brooks. It appears that the redoubtable Father Stanislaus Fitte was not so badly used up as we supposed by the men who bludgeoned him with Rosmini and other heavy missiles during the whole night after...

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Father Walsh has received Brownson's letter of the 1st and has filed it in the office. When the time for choosing premiums comes "Modern Literature" et al. will not be overlooked. Kindest regards to Mrs. Brownson. :: III-3-b A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Apologizing for his delay in answering Clarke's of April 27, Walsh thanks Clarke for securing for Notre Dame one of the medals. Professor James F. Edwards is grateful for Clarke's previous valuable contributions to his department, but this last one has rendered him simply enthusiastic. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents Walsh commends McMaster for the way in which he is receiving the blow from Alton. His submissiveness to unjust treatment shows a truly Catholic spirit, and he hopes that deliverance will come soon. He cherishes the memory of McMaster's visit to him 2 winters ago. He sends his first article on the Forty Hours question and hopes it will be published at the earliest opportunity. He is trying to clear up the misunderstandings and does not wish his name or locality to appear in the paper. ::...

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Sympathy is extended to McMaster upon the death of his wife. He says it is good to have a stroke of God's justice from time to time to wean us away from all terrene affections. He spoke on the Sunday last concerning virtues of the deceased and yesterday he had a solemn Mass said for the repose of her soul, and he does this in order to relieve McMaster's aching heart. McMaster's leader on her death moved him to tears. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Father Walsh writes McMaster to assure him that his letter offering $50 toward the testimonial to the Archbishop of Tuam should not be considered as a standard of offering, as has been misinterpreted by some priests. Walsh made this offer because he has know and loved the Archbishop, who taught him as a child and later ordained him priest. He sends the names of other subscribers who have contributed, to show the wide diversity in the amounts pledged. He lauds the Archbishop John McHale...

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Walsh thanks Hudson for his letter and its enclosure. He hopes to visit Notre Dame some day and invites Hudson to visit him in Philadelphia. :: X-3-k A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Walsh sends "The Story of Nicolai" given him by Father William Cowardin, S.J. of Holy Cross College. The author is a student at that college. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Duff is to purchase a glass plate as per dimensions annexed and have it left at St. Mary's Landing for Father Timon.` A.L.S. :: IV-3-i A.D.S. 4pp. 4to.

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An account of a miraculous picture in Poland is submitted for the Ave Maria. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Walsh thanks McMaster for his willingness to lecture for the Lyceum. The popular Hall of the City is secured for Wednesday, Jan. 17, 1877 and everyone is pleased with the subject chosen. Tickets are out and a notice in the Sunday paper and a good house is expected. Silence on McMaster's part will mean consent to the plans as they thus appear. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Walsh submits a short story and inquires what Hudson will pay for it. :: X-3-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Efforts to build or finish the church at Ferrysburg have failed. At a meeting presided over by Father Henry Rievers, it was unanimously agreed to build a church at Mill Point and to ascertain what disposition could be made of the church property at Ferrysburg. They consider Ferry's offer to buy it a liberal one. There are no Catholic families in Ferrysburg. A bridge about to be constructed to connect Grand Haven with Mill Point will serve to accomodate Catholics in Grand Haven, Crockery and...

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Walsh seeks a position on the staff of the "Freeman's Journal." He states his qualifications, that, as he is well known in Brooklyn, New York, he has no doubt that he could do much there to advance the circulation of the Journal. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Enclosed is six dollars as an offering for a Mass requested by the Senior Class of St. Mary's Academy for the intention of Sister Mary Sophia :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Walsh asks McMaster in his charity and love of Church to expose O'Conovan? Rossa? to the Irish people. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.