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He send s to Odin the authorization of Bishop William Henry Elder of Natchez to ordain John Baptist German Marty . In the Bishop's absence, Marty would be of great help to the diocese, so Grignon asks Odin to ordain him after a retreat. Enclosed is the authorization, dated June 24, 1868 in Little Falls, New York. :: VI-2-n A.L.S. English Latin 2pp. 12mo.

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From a letter just received they are informed that Father Constantin Vandemore is on the way to Natchez via New Orleans. Bishop William Henry Elder asks Grignon to beg Odin to direct Vandemore to go to Pascagoula without coming to Natchez. Elder can now sit up in a chair; he will not be able to say Mass for some time yet. His brother Basil Elder is here and will go to New Orleans next week. :: VI-2-j A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Grignon's letter dated the first part of last month will be handed to Odin by a certain Mr. Stumpe as a recommendation for admission into Odin's seminary. When he wrote he was satisfied that the bearer was entitled to such a recommendation. But time has given him occasion to have some doubt about the young man's true vocation. No doubt he has many good qualities, but Grignon has noticed too much exterior fondness for everything which is worldly. Stumpe might turn out well, but he has no such...

Scope and Contents He profits by the opportunity of the same lady who brought Odin's favor of the 28th; she is an old acquaintance of Grignon. Bishop William Henry Elder has not yet returned. He was to be at Yazoo City on Trinity Sunday and start home via Canton and Jackson. In Jackson he expected to meet the Sisters of Mercy on their way to Vicksburg. Only half of the Sisters came; the others remained at the same hospital. They have not yet been able to get possession of their own house. Father Charles Heuzé...

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Grignon asks for a dispensation for Levi Risley and Mary Reynolds of Pointe Coupée. :: VI-1-n Telegram 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Presuming that the Archbishop is still on pastoral visit, Grignon writes to Rousselon. There are already numerous victims of the epidemic; more than three-fourths of the people have taken refuge in the country. They have lost only one of their orphans; 5 or 6 are ill. Grignon decided to send them all to the country. Through Mr. Shields, agent for Dr. Mercer, Grignon got a house on his plantation 12 miles from Natchez. It was formerly the residence of the minister. 35 orphans are ready? to...

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The bearer, Father Charles P. Heuzé is on his way to Pass Christian to give Father Peter Holton an opportunity to recuperate after his illness. They are all well. Bishop William Henry Elder has just returned from his trip to Sulphur Springs, Jackson, and Vicksburg. :: VI-2-d A.L.S. French 1p. 16mo.

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Grignon encloses no enclosure a letter addressed to T.E. Giraud? Gireau who is known in New Orleans. Grignon believes he is the one who has the plan for the cathedral at Natchez. Grignon had a few words from Father Richard B. Hardey; he is busy finishing the tower of his church. Grignon counted somewhat on the Bishop last Sunday; he must have come near. :: VI-1-e A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.

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Grignon has just received the note about the annual payment on the debt of the cathedral. It is $875.50 due May 7, 1853. Fuller and Vaughan have this note. It would be less but there is added the interest which has not been paid for 4 years. Grignon writes so that Rousselon will be prepared to pay. :: VI-1-e A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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Rousselon is to send a new supply of Mass wine. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Grignon received the cask of wine and the letter announcing it, at almost the same time. Since the Archbishop is on a pastoral visit, it is almost useless to write to him. They are doing what they can in Natchez; they even did something grand, thanks to the priests who came for the service for Bishop John Joseph Chanche . They improvised a retreat and the last day was crowned by a general Communion of 70 persons of whom about 40 were children. The novelty attracted some Protestants to the...

Scope and Contents The epidemic has already decimated their congregation and Natchez in general. They have lost three orphans at St. Mary's Asylum and two Sisters of Charity, Sister Francinia Gallagher, S.C. and Sister Chrysostom Fitzgerald, S.C. who was the Superior. She died yesterday. Sister Rose Anne, S.C . is convalescent. Grignon has just sent her with the other Sister who remained with the infirm, with the great number at Dr. Mercer 's plantation. Grignon hears that all the orphans and Sisters are the...

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Grignon has just learned that the priests in the north of the diocese have not yet received their ordos. Rousselon is to send Grignon four copies and eight copies of the Council of New Orleans. If Rousselon cannot send Mass intentions he is to give Grignon credit. He presumes most of those in the south have ordos but like Grignon do not know the decrees of the Council. Rousselon is to send a copy to Father Boheme at Palding. :: VI-1-n A.L.S. French 1p. 16mo.

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Pressed on one side for payment of a note amounting to $1089 and directed on the other by Bishop Elder, Grignon has drawn on Rousselon for this sum. Grignon has kept the No. 2 of the bill of exchange and is sending it to the Archbishop in the same envelope. :: VI-1-n A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.

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During the course of the year, Rousselon has sent him wine several times. The first time, Rousselon gave him some Mass intentions in proportion. But since then he does not know how he stands. He will be obliged if Rousselon will make up the bill. If Rousselon paid with the money the Archbishop has for Natchez, he is to let Grignon know. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

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Grignon asks Rousselon to send them some wine. P.S. Rousselon is to tell the Archbishop that Father Julian Guillou has been here for some time and is getting better. Bishop James Oliver Vandevelde has told Grignon that Rousselon has put last year's expenses on his account. If Rousselon has more Mass intentions than he can fulfill, he can send them to Natchez. :: VI-1-g A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Grignon received Blanc's letter this morning after Mass which he celebrated for the first time since his accident. He is getting better but still cannot walk without assistance. He also received a letter from Father Francis Rene Pont with the latest news. It seems to be less embarrassing than the first weeks. After the instruction to the Catholics present for Mass, Grignon spoke of the church to be built and exhorted them to subscribe generously. A church and priest would be a great good...

Scope and Contents Having received only uncertain news about Natchez, and not having time to hear from Father Francis Rene Pont about the feast of the Assumption he asks Blanc if there will be a priest with Pont. If so, Grignon will be in less of a hurry to return; if not he will try to arrive by August 15. His retreat finishes today; he could leave tomorrow or the next day and go to Pass Christian where he would like to receive word from Blanc. His health is good but he cannot walk without a cane. :: VI-1-k...

Scope and Contents Grignon has just learned that a marriage is being planned. The parties seem to be strangers in Natchez. Some say they are French; Grignon imagines they are German. They talk of going to the civil magistrate; the girl seems to object and would prefer to go to Grignon but they wish to keep it secret up to the very moment. All this comes to Grignon through a Protestant gentleman who seems interested in the girl whom he does not wish to name. Since they wish to go away right after their...

Scope and Contents Yesterday Grignon received the answer to his telegram. He still does not know whether the persons would want to validate their marriage which they went to Louisiana to contract in order to elude the law of Mississippi which would uphold the father of the girl in opposing the marriage because of her age. Now the father is striving to repair the evil but the young couple do not seem to be anxious to do so. Grignon believes that since they are at some distance from the city, it is the bad...

Scope and Contents Grignon received Blanc's last letter and the pastoral letter. He will distribute some copies to distant Catholics. As for Miss Emma Marcilly, Grignon does not think he can do anything better than to send with the certificate, a copy of that found in the account book, written by Bishop James Oliver Vandevelde in which everything seems clear. They are all well. A new Sister of Charity arrived from St. Louis, Sister Geraldine, S.C. . The asylum owed 11 or 1200 piastres in December. Thanks to...

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According to a letter just received from Jackson, it seems that Father Francis Xavier Leray needs an ordo for 1856. Father Julian M. Guillou and Paul Marie LeCorre probably do also. He asks Rousselon to send them two or three. :: VI-1-j A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents Grignon arrived safely at New Orleans where he was welcomed by the priests of the Bishop's house. The doctor whom Grignon has just seen advises him to go to Biloxi and to go down to an old doctor who, he says, will take good care of him. He is going to give Grignon a letter for him. Grignon intends to leave tomorrow on the Créole. Grignon thanks Blanc for his attention even during his absence. As for the offer of money, Grignon believes he will not need it. Before he left Natchez, they...

Scope and Contents After spending two weeks at Biloxi, Grignon came here intending to visit Mr. McDonnell but now he believes he should stay longer. There are many Catholics in the vicinity. The proposal to build a little church has found favor with those with whom Grignon talked. An acre of land at the center of the town was promised to him yesterday. Only it seems they should wait until they know the name of their Bishop officially although McDonnell brought word yesterday from New Orleans that it was Father...

Scope and Contents Grignon is confident that Blanc received his telegram in which he asked him to take no account of his letter about the young lady and the Ladies of the Sacred Heart at St. Michael. The dangerous circumstances in which she found herself justified the steps Grignon took. A delay in the mail was the only course which held up the Ladies' reply. Now everything is settled. As Blanc gave him hope for another priest at Natchez, Grignon has always counted on some one coming at least for a time. The...

Scope and Contents Grim sends an account of Seton's finances. "They" required him to sign two blank receipts which they can fill in at the close of the business. The Naval Clerk will keep one and forward the other to the department. He also gave a receipt for each payment on the check for it on the U.S. Bank. He generally received on the first of the month what was due the 30th. In order to avoid the detention he called on the 30th. Thus William will find two payments in August. The statement runs from ...

Scope and Contents As the attorney of the St. Mary's Orphan Boys Asylum, Mt. Carmel Female Orphan Asylum, Female Asylum of the Immaculate Conception and other orphan asylums in New Orleans, Grima has been prosecuting a suit on the claim of the said asylums for a legacy made to the Catholic Orphan Asylums in the last will of Patrick Irwin. It has been favorably determined by the Supreme Court. Their asylum has a claim for its proportion, about one-tenth of $10,000 face value of bonds of the diocese of New...

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As attorney for several orphan asylums, Grima has charge of prosecuting their claim for recovery of a legacy in the will of the late Patrick Irwin. He has obtained a favorable judgment from the Supreme Court. St. Vincent's has a proportional share and can join with the asylums he represents, if they wish. VI-3-c - A. Postcard S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}

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A bill of exchange drawn by Perché on Bishop Francis Xavier Leray for the sum of $6000 dated Angers, October 18, 1880, payable at 12 days sight was this day protested by Grima for non-acceptance and the holder looks to Perché for payment as endorses. :: VI-3-b A.D.S. Duplicate 2 copies 1p. 4to.

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The Bishop has received the "Official Call" to the Columbian Catholic Congress, but distance and resources shall prevent his attendance though he will be with it in spirit. He recalls meeting Onahan two years previously. (Six copies attached.)