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Article on the ceremonies at the Cathedral celebrating the semi-centennial of Cardinal John McCloskey 's ordination. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 columns folio

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Article on the arrival of the Pope's autograph letter to Cardinal John McCloskey on the occasion of his half a century in the priesthood. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 copies 1 column folio

Scope and Contents Clipping from the Herald of an article from Baltimore dated November 29, saying that Archbishop James Gibbons will be made a cardinal for his work in the Council. Added note by Ella B. Edes stating that Gibbons has been named the Apostolic Delegate to preside over the Third Plenary Council in the place of Cardinal John McCloskey. Also that M. Leon Carrois of the Catholic Club of Workingmen of Arras has been given the Cross of Commander of the Order of Saint Gregory. :: I-1-i Photostat...

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Newspaper clipping which notes the suspension of Cardinal John McCloskey 's red hat from the groined roof of St. Patrick's Cathedral. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column 32mo.

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Archdeacon Farrar of Newark delivers a lecture on Dante and the "Divine Comedy" - lessons drawn from Dante'e life. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 1 column 16mo.

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Preparations for the funeral of Cardinal John McCloskey. Protestant pulpit tributes - Henry Ward Beecher :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns folio

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Cardinal John McCloskey dead. Peaceful passing away of the venerable prelate. Solemn deathbed scenes. Surrounded by praying priests, nuns, and relatives. Unconsciousness precedes death. Mourning crowds in the Cathedral - words of sympathy. Outlines of an honorable career. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 3 columns folio

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Article on the passing of Cardinal John McCloskey . Profound regret expressed for him by the entire community. Deeply mourned by his flock. Tributes of respect from the Catholic clergy. Friendly words from Henry Ward Beecher, Dr. Morgan Dix, Rabbi Gotheil and other pastors. Scenes in the house of mourning. Archbishop Micahel A. Corrigan assumes control of the diocese - his circular. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 5 columns folio

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Multitudes thronging around St. Patrick's Cathedral to see Cardinal John McCloskey 's bier. Program of the service - a distinguished gathering. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column folio

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Cardinal John McCloskey laid in the Cathedral crypt. Details of the funeral ceremonies; a list of the prelates in the procession; a summary of the eulogy by Archbishop James Gibbons :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 6 columns folio

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Letter of the clergy of the diocese of New York to Pope Pius IX rejoicing at his many accomplishments in the papacy. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column 4to.

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Address of the Catholic clergy and laity to Pope Pius IX. The invasion of Rome condemned by the diocese of New York. Victor Emmanuel charged with robbing Pius IX of his divine right of sovereignty. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 columns filio

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Pontifical high mass celebrated by Archbishop John McCloskey - the Holy Ghost the Soul of the Church - the perfection of nature a figure of the Church - sermon by Father John McNamee :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column 4to.

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Eloquent sermon by the Archbishop John McCloskey . Arraignment of the Sins of the Age - the Holy See; its past glories, present condition, and future triumphs. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column folio

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Notes on the progress of the Church of St. Agnes, New York. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 1 column 32mo.

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Article on sermons and services. Archbishop John McCloskey' s Lenten discourse. Arraigning the faults of the age. How the Lenten season should be spent. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 columns folio

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Consecration of the Archdiocese of New York to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: Impressive ceremonies in the Catholic Churches. The feast of the Immaculate Conception united to the devotion of Paray-le-Monial. The solemn prayer of consecration. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 1 column folio

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Proposed creation of cardinals; among those suggested is Archbishop Henry Edward Manning. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 columns folio

Scope and Contents Dispatches received from Rome from Archbishop John McCloskey. The allocution of Pope Pius IX to the Sacred College: the Church of Christ persecuted - dangers to religion and to Society - godless education and German imperialism - priests forced into the army - degraded students foisted on the churches - nomination of five cardinals in petto - a solemn charge relative to the pontifical succession. Archbishop James Roosevelt Bayley's sentiments on the honor to America. Bishop James...

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Editorial on the creation of the new cardinals and the pope's allocution. It congratulates Cardinal John McCloskey. :: I-1-e Newspaper clipping 2 columns folio

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The Society acknowledges Seton's gift of his book, "Seton of Parbroath in Scotland and America." Signed by William Kelby, Assistant Librarian. :: II-1-b Printed Circular S. 1p. 4to.

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Constitution and notes of the Society. :: I-1-f Notebook 4to.

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Details of the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the ordination of Cardinal John McCloskey. Incomplete, :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 1 column 16mo.

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The archiepiscopal throne was vacant on Sunday; Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan was in Newburgh. Details of the solemn mass on Sunday in the Cathedral are given. Father Thomas F. Horan and Father Edward J. Belford were ordained to the priesthood in Brooklyn on May 13. :: I-1-e Bewspaper Clipping 1 column 16mo.

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A clipping describing the "Revel" of the Colonial Dames (of America) in the Madison Square Assembly and Concert Rooms. Perhaps the most notable of the dames was Miss Penn Gaskell Hall, of Philadelphia. Monsignor (Robert) Seton was a fine figure in his long cleric's coat and his small clothes, crimson hose and pumps with huge silver buckles. To Mrs. John Van Rensselaer, secretary of the Colonial Dames, the historical success of this revel was chiefly due.

Scope and Contents The writer urges the recipient to read this letter, as there is a chance that he might pick up something. The Archbishop said the consecration of the Archdiocese of New York must take place Dec. 8 1873, the recipient had half of it on Dec. 7. The Pastoral Letter said all should received the Sacraments before the ceremony, but because the recipient did not say this none but the writer and his family and six or eight others did. He was commanded to read the Pastoral Letter on two Sundays...

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A short story, the "Lost Crucifix" is sent to Hudson. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

Scope and Contents The writer enclosed money to be applied to his subscription and to pay for the enclosed notice. He desires to know when Miss Elizabeth Nolan's subscription ends and also the charge for the notice. Miss Nolan's last request was that he would not forget McMaster's counsel and would pray for her soul. Last Wednesday she dictated the final chapters of an article for the Ave Maria, to she is a contributor. McMaster may alter the enclosed notice in any way he wishes. :: I-1-o A.L.S. torn,...

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A printed invitation informs McMaster that a place has been assigned for 2 representatives of the Freeman's Journal at the Dedication Ceremonies of St. Patrick's Cathedral on May 25, 1879 at 10 o'clock. :: I-2-c printed invitation 1p. 12mo.

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Denouncement of the Freeman's Journal and the New York Tablet for their lack of news concerning Archbishop John B. Purcell' s financial obligations and a satiric ridicule of them. :: II-5-g Newspaper clipping 4 columns