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Howley has been given the missions of Barrow and Sileby by the Bishop of Nottingham. He likes the place and the Bishop has welcomed him cordially. Hudson is asked to forward Mass intentions because the people are few and they have lost the habit of these offerings. Howley made a present of a volume of the Ave Maria to the Editor of the Weekly Register. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 5pp. 16mo.

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Howley is again home among his own people. He intends to build a nest there where he can gather together his intellectual brood. Howley has only been there three weeks. He asks Hudson to send him the volume containing his former contributions. The "Breton Fishers Sing" Howley gave to Edward Barri, a well-known composer in London, to put to music. :: X-3-l A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Notwithstanding the kindness shown Howley by the people, he cannot come to an arrangement with the Bishop. His position is a strained one. His late Propaganda letters sent him here and declare his right to be of this diocese. But the Bishop Thomas J. Power? will not pay any attention to them. Howley would like to return to Notre Dame and help it any way he could. Propaganda would approve such a project. If Hudson would mention this matter to Father General Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C. it...

Scope and Contents Howley is sorry to perceive from Hudson's recent letters that Hudson's feelings have changed. He does not think he deserved anything but confidence and good will from Notre Dame and the Ave Maria. The volume of the Ave Maria together with some books for Howley to review went to Mr. Maynell. Howley has no record of the things he wrote for the Ave Maria while at Notre Dame or at Bodmin. He has a pretty place, though poor, but it is his own place for the first time in his life. :: X-3-g...

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Mortimer Collins is gaining postumous fame where he least expected it. Howley cannot recall the name of the London Publisher of Collins' work, but Father Cronin would know. He sends articles on the Encyclical which were approved in Buffalo. :: X-3-b A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Howley requests permission to say Mass in New York City during his stay there. The enclosed documents show that he enjoyed that privilege in the Holy City. At the bottom of the page is a note by Cardinal McCloskey stating that, in view of the letter of the Cardinal Prefect of Propaganda, permisssion is granted to Howley. :: I-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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He would like to know what is the matter that none at Notre Dame will write to him. He does not like Exeter very well and wrote to Father General Edward Sorin, C.S.C . and Father Alexis Granger for assistance, but received no answer. He intends to return to Chicago. As they have treated him badly, he can do the same. He will not hesitate to take his case to any court of justice. P.S. He teaches Sunday School every Sunday and the priest is well pleased with him. :: XI-1-b A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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He cannot comply with Edwards' wishes with regard to returning to Notre Dame. He received a letter from Father Alexis Granger C.S.C . provincial with the dispensation from his vows; so that settles the whole thing. He has a chance for a place in Chicago which he may have to take if he does not get his pass to a place far away. He asks Edwards to loan him $10. :: XI-1-b A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents He writes with a heart full of grief to let Edwards know of his sad misfortune. Those who have driven him to these steps may have reason to regret it all the days of their lives. He would have gone to Notre Dame the night of the same day that Father Patrick Condon arrived there but he was too sick. He made up his mind not to return to Notre Dame as he knew they would not believe his excuse. He is preparing to start on a long journey and will commence very poor in a new place. He wrote to...

Scope and Contents He likes his new home very much. There is no one to interfere with him. The boys here are much better than at Notre Dame. As they are studious, it is easy to get along with them. The Sisters here are good and charitable, not proud or haughty like some of the queens at Notre Dame; they do not rob the sick of what is ordered for them and give it to their pets. The cooking here is splendid. He is sorry to hear that Brother Alban had to return to Notre Dame on account of his health. :: XI-1-a...

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He is glad to hear that everything is going on quietly at Notre Dame. He would like to know what has been going on in the infirmary as all the sisters had to be changed. He asks where the poor Queen is now and prays that God may forgive her for all her wrong acts. The boys at Notre Dame are not the only good boys in the country. The boys at Watertown are making a splendid record. He has no trouble with them. :: XI-1-a A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents He had not heard a word of Edwards' debilitated condition of health or his temporary suspension of studies. He is confident that Edwards will graduate with honors next year. He admires the high character of Edwards' affection for Notre Dame. Notre Dame has few, if any, superiors in the United States. Were it not for the Michigan University, it would be second to none in the west. Dennis Tighe has exhibited good judgment in joining the order of Holy Cross. Since he left the College, Hoynes...

Scope and Contents It Seemed best to Hoynes to address this letter in care of Bishop John J. Keane whom Edwards will see at the Catholic Congress. William J. Onahan informed Hoynes that Edwards is certain to be in attendance at the convention which he Edwards will be chosen secretary. Were it not for his duties here Hoynes would attend the exercises at the new Catholic University at Washington. Prof. John F. Fearnley has gone; his work was divided between Profs. Maurice F. Egan and ArthurStace. :: XI-1-g...

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He is greatly improved in health as he prays may be the case also with Edwards. He hopes to see Edwards perfectly well in September. :: XI-2-l Postcard, signed

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McMaster was selected a member of the U.S. Catholic Historical Society in 1885. Fearing no word of his election has reached him, the Executive Council has instructed Hoyt, the Recording Secretary to write, asking McMaster if he wishes to continue his membership. :: I-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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A printed circular notice of the annual meeting of the United States Catholic Historical Society and the proposed amendments.

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If Hudson uses the enclosed article, Hoyt asks for copies of the Ave containing it. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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An article is enclosed on the Castle Garden Mission. Hoyt wrote it to aid a cause which should interest every Catholic in the United States. Castle Garden is the gateway through which the vast majority of immigrants pass enroute to new homes in America. The mission has been dedicated to the Blessed Virgin. If Hudson publishes the article he is asked to send copies to Father John J. Riordan and Father Edward McGlynn :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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A poem of eleven stanzas of four lines each commemorates three sisters who died in Warrington, Florida on September 30, 1874 of yellow fever. The sisters are, Mother Alexandrine, Sister Clotilda, and Sister Annie Teresa. In the James Alphonsus McMaster papers :: I-2-a Initialed poem 4pp. 12mo.

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Huard gives his consent to the marriage of his servant Am lie Lass re to Alphonse Sabatier, the service to take place on the 13th. - A.D.S. - Attached to the above:

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Huber asks Lefevere to do something to prevent his daughter, Rose Huber, 15 years old, from embracing the religious life. He thinks she is unduly influenced by the Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Hoart of Mary and Father John Frederick Friedland, the chaplain, and Mother Gertrude of Monroe. Rose, he fears, has become a fanatic. He depends on Lefevere's good will to uphold a father's will and authority. :: III-2-k A.L.S. French 4pp. 12mo.

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He apologizes for his neglect. Odin counseled him not to begin collecting till the coming winter. Their wants were so urgent he found it necessary to make a trial but after two hours he was convinced that it would be better to follow Odin's advice. He concluded to try the Mississippi coast. He does not forget Odin's generous personal donation. They are making a beginning at building although their difficulties are many. :: VI-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Huber forwards the bill contracted by Blanc's seminarians, Auguste Barthelemy Langlois, Francis Follot and Jean Mathieu which is $203.36. A.L.S. On the same paper:

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These birds were shot by Bishop Caspar H. Borgess of Detroit. :: XI-1-h A.L.S. 1p. 16to.

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Huberdault is about to embark for home to reside there as agent for the diocese of Albany. He hopes Leray's situation has improved. He learned with astonishment of Archbishop Napoleon Joseph Perché's return. His address will be the American College. VI-3-c - A.L.S. - French - 1p. - 4to. - {3}

Scope and Contents At the time of the arrival of Father Philibert Gutton, the trustees were disorganized because of the ending of their terms and the absence of their president. Hubert was elected president at their first meeting on the 10th; he received Odin's letter of the 12th. The delay gave them time to appreciate Gutton's high moral qualities and an occasion to express their satisfaction at his appointment. Unfortunately because of the negligence of the previous administration and the state of the...

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Hubert has just received Blanc's letter of the 5th. He understands that Blanc will have Confirmation on the 13th. Hubert presumes that Blanc will take the Kenner, which will arrive between 11 and midnight. Hubert will be at the wharf boat. :: VI-2-c A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Hubert has seen Mrs. Maria L. Key this morning and he has promised to visit Bayou Maringouin shortly; he will give Blanc the necessary information on that locality. The most convenient time for the confirmation will be the end of May or the beginning of June. According to what the priests of the nearby parishes tell him this would also be the most favorable time for them. His church fair was very successful. They have a net profit of 1200 piastres. They are repairing the rectory. :: VI-2-c...

Scope and Contents Hubert has decided to remain completely passive, not wishing to incur the blame of his Superior. Father Richard B. Hardey arrived; Hubert did not think that Hardey would be the man needed here. He did not impress the people favorably. Hardey left a note saying that Blanc had seen Hubert's Superior who wished Hubert to stay here for the present. Hubert received a letter from Father Aloysius Curioz, S.J. who seems not to know that Hardey is no longer here. What a painful year of inactivity! He...

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Hubert asks for a dispensation for the marriage of a Catholic girl, Miss Latil, to a Methodist, named Watson. Hubert scarcely tried to dissuade her from the marriage as it would be hard for her to find another husband because of a recent scandal in her family. Hubert has not received the prayers which Blanc promised him. The little difficulties about the school are not yet ended. These unfortunate Irish have too little head and too much tongue. :: VI-2-a A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.