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They would be grateful if Edwards would come soon. In regard to the orchestra, he asks that a concert be arranged for Easter Week. :: XI-1-l A.L.S. 1p.

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O'Brien thanks Onahan for the "Proceedings of the Catholic Congress," and wishes him every Easter blessing. :: IX-1-c A.L.S. 1p. 8vo

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O'Brien acknowledges the kind Christmas greetings from Edwards and heartily reciprocates the good wishes. :: XI-2-d TYPED( No signature) 1p.

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He thanks Edwards for the report in regard to Memorial Hall. He is glad to see that prosperity is still Edwards in the matter. Father N. L. Sifferath is very ill in the hospital.

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O'Brien presents a copy of his latin book for young pupils. Any remarks Hudson wishes to make regarding the use of the work will be gratefully received. :: X-3-k A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He owes Edwards an apology for not acknowledging the receipt of his kind favor; the cut came in season; he thanks Edwards sincerely. In regard to the old vestment, he does not know that the party mentioned in very reliable. He is always willing to do anything he can for Edwards. :: XI-2-e L.S. (Typed) 1p.

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He thanks Edwards for his good wishes. Edwards knows they are reciprocated. May every blessing be Edwards is his prayer and wish. XI-2-h L.S. Typed 1p.

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After he left Notre Dame, he spent most of his vacation East. In the line of music he has done excellently. He met some of the best musicians in the country, Victor Herbert among them. Thomas A. Steiner sent him word of Prof. Newton A. Preston's death. He encloses $10. for Edwards to buy him a Notre Dame pin. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 4pp.

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O'Brien asks McMaster to answer the above. No enclosure included. :: I-2-c A.L.S. 1p. 32mo.

Scope and Contents He invites McMaster to address the Rochester Circle of the Fenian Brotherhood at McMaster's earliest convenience. Knowing of McMaster's defense of Ireland they know he will not refuse to help them in her interest. For certain reasons, they do not advertise the lecture to be for the benefit of the Fenians, but on some Irish subject, making a distinction with but little difference. He asks McMaster to inform him as soon as possible regarding the time, terms, subject, etc. ` P.S. Their...

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O'Brien sends $1.00 for Mount Carmel and solicits prayers. P.S. he does not want his name published. :: I-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He received Edwards' note and was delighted to think that Edwards remembered him. His father refuses to let him work while he is still in school. He is going to John Hopkin's Universiey in Baltimore and study Chemistry; he has too much of a temper for N.D. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 4pp.

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Miss O'Brien shall a ttend a Librarian Convention in Chicago. She is of small means, and plans to stay at the Dormitory, but she asks Onahan to send her some information as to its suitability and prices.

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Mrs. O'Brien sends $5.40 as dues to aid the Indian Missions. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The writer sends $3.00 for Mount Carmel and names four contributors. :: I-2-g A.L.S? 1p. 16mo.

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The committee meeting has too long been delayed. To insure a large attendance of the Hierarchy, he suggests that the date of the meeting correspond with the Seminary celebration in Baltimore, or later, the celebration of the golden jubilee of the Archbishop of St. Louis. The former is preferable, since it is sooner, and closer to New York. :: IX-1-c T.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

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O'Brien has, through Bishop Foley, a letter from Cardinal Gibbons, of which a copy was enclosed, along with a copy of a letter to Judge Morgan J. O'Brien. Enclosure:

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"Dormer here last night and in receipt of telegram from wife announcing letter from O'Brien to call meeting of twenty-eight and ninth as" ——-incomplete. :: IX-1-c T.L. Unsigned 1p. 12mo

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Miss O'Brien to meet Miss Gibbons at eight o'clock Saturday evening. (Note: Calling card, autographed found in James F. Edwards papers.):: XI-2-f A.(unsigned) 1p.

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Enclosed is an article for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-f A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

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A meeting of the Committee on Organization will be held Oct. 28th. :: IX-1-c T.L. Unsigned 1p 12mo.

Scope and Contents M(ichael J.) O'Brien has mixed up Morgan J. O'Brien's brother-in-law, John C. Crimmins, with another man of identical name. The Crimmins related to M. J. O'Brien was not killed nor has he committed suicide. M. J. O'Brien saw W(illiam) B(ourke)Cockran, who could not promise to attend the (Columbian Catholic Congress) because of an extra session of the (United States) Congress (Frederic R.) Coudert (?) would be the best local speaker, not associated with politics. M. J. O'Brien urges Onahan to...

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Enclosed is a letter from W.J. Onahan, and a telegram from M.W O'Brien, relative to the meeting. Also sent are the minutes of the meeting, so that Dormer can get the names of the Committee. The meeting shall be of the entire committee, on Oct. 28. Because of short time, Dormer is to send telegrams for notices. Expenses will be arranged at meeting. No enclosures. :: IX-1-c A.L.S. 2p 12mo

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Enclosed is a letter from W.(J.) Onahan, and a telegram from M.(W) O'Brien, relative to the meeting. Also sent are the minutes of the meeting, so that Dormer can get the names of the Committee. The meeting shall be of the entire committee, on Oct. 28. Because of short time, Dormer is to send telegrams for notices. Expenses will be arranged at meeting. (No enclosures.)

Scope and Contents Judge O'Brien is not the permanent chairman of the committee, but was only temporary chairman, in the absence of Governor Carroll. O'Brien wrote Onahan concerning this matter, urging him to communicate with Carroll so that no doubt would arise as to who would act until the next committee meeting. Onahan promised to attend this. O'Brien has no doubts that Carroll will remain as Chairman. He was appointed chairman of the sub-committee on "Papers." That committee can do nothing until the...

Scope and Contents O'Brien has received the "Columbian" and hopes that the news as to the meeting of the whole committee in New York next month is true. Should the sub-committee "on Papers" meet before the general committee? O'Brien has just returned to the city, and will immediately send out notices for the meeting of the sub-committee, if Onahan approves. The committee on "Subjects" consits of Bishops Maes, Foley, Farrelly and Keiley. The late John Boyle O'Reilly has not been replaced on the ...

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Can Catholics be indifferent to the necessity of preserving and making known all that bears on the history of the Church. This society was established to stimulate an interest in the glorious labors of the church. The dues of its members are its only source of income. They make an appeal for members. :: XI-1-g Printed 1p. 8vo.

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Lefevere's reply has been given to him by the President Father Robert E. V. Rice, C.M.. O'Brien requests financial help to pay tuition and other expenses as he has no friends in this country. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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O'Brien, on eve of ordination, requests Hennaert to send money for a new cassock; his past kindness leads him to hope he will grant this last favor. His many favors cause him to regret Hennaert's retirement as Administrator; as Vicar General, O'Brien hopes to know him more intimately. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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When writing for adoption, O'Brien did not intend to trouble Lefevere with the enclosed bill for $120.80, but he is unable to pay it. Should Lefevere pay it, O'Brien, when ordained, will repay it. Already he owes Lefevere a deep debt of gratitude. The bill is enclosed. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.