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Scope and Contents He thanks Corry for his letter and encloses copies of papers dealing with the financial relations of John Smith with Father James O'Reilly. Smith is a brother-in-law of the deceased. He urges Corry to pay as much as he can to Smith since Smith has been impoverished by his deals with O'Reilly. Copies enclosed: 1. Shrahan Sept. 22, 1854. A promise of O'Reilly to Smith to pay on demand 3 pounds 10 shillings. 2. Letter of O'Reilly to Smith: Rome July 15, 1855. He has sent his letter to Father...

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Receipt for $60 for passage from Liverpool to New York per "Wisconsin" October 5, 1889. Signed by W. Gibson. :: II-1-b Receipt S. 1p. 8vo.

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Henry Cardinal Manning desires Guiron to thank Hudson for his kindness and courtesy in sending him the bound volume of the Ave Maria. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

Scope and Contents In the midst of Blanc's apostolic works, he has forgotten one of the society of St. Sulpice who saw him in Baltimore in 1849 but Guitter has not forgotten Blanc. One of the canons of their cathedral has asked Guitter to point out a confessor and director for one of his spiritual children who is going to Blanc's city. Guitter's first thought was to direct him to one of Blanc's secretaries who made his studies at Nantes and whom he saw at Baltimore but he has forgotten his name. He asks Blanc...

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Father Anthony D. Pellicer of Montgomery, Alabama told Cullinan of a very portable altar stone that Rousselon gave him. Being in great need of one, Cullinan offers compensation for one in case Rousselon has one to spare. It could be sent to Father Gabriel Chalon Shallon and by him to Pellicer who would bring it to Cullinan. :: VI-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Onahan will please mail him a copy of the directions necessary for teachers to follow in preparing for the Parochial School exhibit at the Columbian exhibition.

Scope and Contents Odin's letter announcing his departure for New Orleans distressed him very much as he feared he would be called to be archbishop of New Orleans. Mother Felicitas delayed in part by bad roads and in part by her health, spent eight days with them. She ought to be at New Braunfels today. As it appears that she is going to transfer the orphans to Houston, he has asked her several times if it would not be advantageous to establish the house at Frelsburg. Such a school would do immense good. He...

Scope and Contents He has forgotten the name of the school Odin recommended for a young man and asks for advice again. Mr. Ehlinger wants to place his son in a college, as well as his nephew. Both are 14. Gury has spoken to Ehlinger about the Jesuit College at Grand Coteau but he relies entirely on Odin's advice. Gury did not meet Bishop Claude Marie Dubuis at Galveston where they expect him only in January. Mrs. Baumer and the others to whom Odin sent regards are very greateful. :: VI-2-m A.L.S. French 3pp....

Scope and Contents Communication is restored; after 4 years of separation he sends his respects. He is still at his old post with Father Peter Tarrillon. He needs a good teacher. They had two during the war who did more harm than good. The difficulty is to find a man who would suit. The pay is $400 to $500 in specie. There are 50 students in the winter, and 30 to 40 in the summer. He also needs a teacher for Basse Prairie whose teacher had to leave for San Antonio because of his health. It paid $500 the...

Scope and Contents Gury thanks Perché for naming him a member of the episcopal council. Gury gives Perché an explanation of the opposition this appointment met among some members of the clergy. During the week preceding the Synod of February or January 1879, Bishops Dubuis and Dufal sent Gury to Galveston. On his arrival they told him that they had appointed him vicar general. Gury accepted only on the their insistence. The day after his acceptance, the priests of these diocese held a meeting of these opposed...

Scope and Contents Gusman writes in regard to promissory notes given by Archbishop Napoleon Joseph Perché to the late William S. Pike and secured by mortgage upon the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Baton Rouge . After Pike's death in January, 1875, they became the property of his widow and children, but seem to have come to the nominal possession of Hezakiah S. Bell, a retainer of the Pikes and manifestly an interposed party between them and their creditors. Gusman asks Leray to turn a deaf ear to all demands...

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They, the children of Sacred Heart, are happy to express their respectful gratitude to Blanc. :: VI-1-b A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

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Gutefoyle received McMaster's favor today. He prefers the $5.00 style for himself but Mrs. Goughery prefers the best books. He appreciates McMaster's courtesy as he knows he receives no compensation. :: I-2-e A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Guth recommends Mr. Davis, the bearer, whose health obliges him to leave for a warmer climate. He is a nephew of the late Mr. Whelan :: V-5-n A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

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The address of the family who gave the book is: Mr. Alphonse Hartrich, Webster Grove, Missouri. :: XI-1-n A.L.S. 1p.

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They are at home to friends Thursday evenings and will be happy to welcome Edwards. :: XI-1-m A.L.S. 1p.

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He sends his picture which he promised some time ago. Their priest, Father P. J. O'Connor reminds him of Father Walsh every time he hears him talk. He will be at Notre Dame either for Father Sorin's jubilee or for commencement.

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It is true that he is studying law but at present he is weighing mail between Carroll and Onawa. He will be down for commencement.Harry Porter and himself planned a surprise for Edwards. :: XI-1-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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They thank him for his beautiful gift.

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Copies of Bishop Ryan 's lecture on "Skepticism", should be sent to Edwin Adams and Patrick O'Brien of Carroll, Iowa. Guthrie also asks a couple of questions about Catholicism. :: X-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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In addressing the enclosed request to Odin, Gutierrez joins thereto the copy of his baptismal certificate and he asks him to indicate the means to repay all the expenses that his request may occasion, being deprived of all means of communication with his family. A.L.S. 1p. Enclosure:

Scope and Contents Gutierrez, born at New Orleans, in order to settle some important matters upon which his future depends, asks Odin to obtain from the pastor of the church of St. Bernard the marriage certificate of his Father, Restituto Santos, of Miguel and of Vicente Lopez, with Isabel Gutierrez, daughter of Maurice and of Antoinette Solis. The witnesses were Francois Gutierrez and Victor Solis; the sponsors were Lidia Nunez and Clara Solis. June 12, 1839. This document is indispensable and must be...

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In accordance with the decree of the Sacred Congregation of January 25, 1848 he sends this testimonial concerning Peter Joseph Kops, son of Joseph and Anna Marie Kops, born April 13, 1862 in Kapel parish of the diocese of Trier but he has lived since his second year in the parish of Holy Trinity. :: VI-3-a Printed Form S.Latin 3pp. 12mo.

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During his stay in the city, Gutton was not able to call on Perché who was indisposed, so the gardener said. Gutton sent Perché a letter from Father Marcellin Broquère . Gutton asks Perché to extend the time for Paschal duties to June 3, the day of First Communion and when Gutton will have the help of Father Anthony Pompallier, S.M .. The flood caused by the crevasse at Morganza, is not as bad as last year. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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He has just read that tomorrow is the 53rd anniversary of Perché's priesthood; he joins those who celebrate this day. Father Peter Berthet has told Gutton Perché's intention of leaving the administration of the parish to the two of them. Gutton asks to put off his consent until he can talk to Perché he sees too many difficulties. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Gutton learned yesterday from Father Marcelin Broquère, pastor of Chenal, that Leray plans to come to this locality for Confirmation in March. Broquère suggests that this ceremony might coincide with the feast of St. Joseph, an unforgettable day for Gutton, being the anniversary of his ordination and that of his coming here as pastor. It will be 23 years for the ordination and 18 years here. Gutton asks for this day, a Sunday. This is the central point, the town, the court house, etc. The...

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Gutton has just arrived in his parish; he cannot go to replace Father Francis Mittelbronn during his absence. Gutton asks for the same day for Confirmation, a day so full of happy memories for Leray and for Gutton. They are flooded but communication, though difficult, can be made. They still have a month ahead. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

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Damage caused by the flood will take at least $150 to $200 to repair. Gutton asks authorization to make them. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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He was unhappy to think that the lack of response by Odin to his, last letter was due to concern over the serious matters involved. Then, he heard that Odin had been visiting, but had responded. The letter, has failed to reach him, so he asks Odin to write another reply care of, Edward Vignes at Waterloo Landing. :: VI-2-j A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents A circumstance which could have very happy results for the education of the youth of the parish is the acceptance of Poydras College Pointe Coupé . From last Monday to Saturday, the 26th, the directors of the college have offered it to anyone who presents himself. Mr. Eckelare? is the director of this committee. If Odin would accept it with a view to placing Brothers there what a great service it would be. The Brothers of the Christian Schools would do an immense good. There are funds for...