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This letter introduces Richard Henry Clarke, a brother of a Jesuit who is removing to New York to practice his profession. He has hitherto lived and practiced in Washington. He will be an acquisition to the Catholic body of New York. In the Clarke Papers. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Since writing from Ireland, the doctors a advised him to come back. He arrived last evening and received his mail from Dublin and the letter of McFarland of November 3. He is sorry he is not in Ireland to close the matter. He encloses his letter to Dr. Kenny, the Dean of Killaloe which he asks McFarland to send on with explanations. He thinks there will be no difficulty unless there is a delay at Middletown. He supposes the good ladies can come as soon as the season permits. He has alluded...

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Having been busy most of the day, there was not too much time for the correction of the sermon. All that was aimed at was taking the nonsense out of it. He thanks McMaster for the paper and hopes that the parochial question will not be given up. He asks if Mrs. McMaster received the photograph. He asks Mc Master to give the corrected sermon as he does not wish to be accountable for it. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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A Catholic colored woman, rather advanced in years, named Clara or Clarissa Bond died yesterday or the day before. She was from Providence. O'Connor asks if she was the lady who left a bequest for their colored church. If so he desires to know and also its probable value. If it exists it may be a work of Providence influencing a decision in favor of the colored people. :: I-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents A few weeks ago O'Connor visited a convent of Sisters of Mercy in Ennis, County Clare, which seemed in excellent condition and full of nuns. He was told that Dean Kenny who founded it was so attached that he would not allow any foundations from it. The nuns are under the same impression about the Dean's unwillingness to part with any of the inmates. O'Connor joked with the dean about it and he denied it and said he was willing if there were proper applications. After some conversation with...

Scope and Contents Father Edward J. O'Brien asks him to communicate the following. A Mr. Hewitt, previously of Boston and friend of Bishop John Cheverus died and left $10,000 to the Catholic orphan asylum of New Haven. The will was accepted in court according to O'Brien who wishes him to tell the Bishop. He has been laying over between appointments with the intention of using Father Matthew Hart's permission to collect for the colored brothers. He is pleased that the Bishop's health is improving. :: I-1-c...

Scope and Contents In coming from Boston he called at Providence but found McFarland away. He intended to tell the Bishop that he had proposed to Father Keller what the Bishop had proposed. He recommended and he seemed to agree that the church of St. Peter in pencil St. John now held by Father Hugh Carmody would be suitable for their purpose. It would be easy to erect there a house for retreat and this would make a suitable place for a day college. O'Connor hopes the Bishop will be able to make the arrangement...

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It would afford him great pleasure to accept Purcell's invitation but it is impossible. He is on his way to Boston where he will while away his time imagining that he will teach something in the Scholasticate. His health is about the same as when he left Pittsburgh. Sometimes an unusual symptom makes him feel a little alarm. He is sorry he missed seeing Purcell at Marseilles. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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His sister intends going to Ireland. O'Connor takes the liberty of asking something regarding her status, if her vows were simple and if Purcell dispensed her from them. He would like to hear from Purcell before his sister leaves. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 1pg. 12mo.

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O'Connor has been appointed a delegate (to the Columbian Catholic Congress) in place of Charles F. Caughlin. Attached are lists of Chicago delegates from the Archdiocese of Chicago, Illinois.

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O'Connor requests the third volume of "Lives Deceased Bishops". :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He requests that his address be changed from St. Peter's Church in Baltimore to Mount Savage, Md., his new residence. :: I-2-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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O'Conor thanks McMaster for his favor of August 17, 1865. He expects to remain in Caldwell, New York until September 1, 1865. When he returns to New York he expects to wait upon the gentleman named and he is looking forward to meeting him. The post office is not at this time "a favorite medium of communication." :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1pp. 12mo.

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Mrs. O'Conor will have a few friends at breakfast on Saturday at 12 noon. Mr. and Mrs. Butterfield and several of their bridal party whom Bayley met at Judge Roosevelt 's will be present. They would be much gratified by Bayley's presence. They would be glad to have him stop over until the convenient time for his return to Newark. :: II-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Clarke's name having been proposed, he is entitled to the use of the Law Institute Library. P.S. He trusts Semmes is in no longer. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The same gentleman to whom Clarke formerly sent $500, expects another remittance to like amount. No reference should be made to O'Conor. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He is impressed and in favor of Judge Moncrief's character. He, is a judge and a gentleman. O'Conor believes he is worthy of reelection, and shall be disappointed if he is defeated. Mr. O'Dowd tells him, McMaster would like to know his views on the subject and he takes, pleasure in stating them if they have any tendency to secure his favor, for the Judge. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1pp. 12mo.

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Pete Husking informed him that he had only given him three photos. He intended giving four including one for Edwards. He sends herewith the photo as promised. He will be with Edwards next fall. :: XI-2-c A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents Odin informs Purcell that on the first of December he submitted to the Bishops of New Orleans Province his desire to have a Coadjutor. Since Odin is 68 years of age and in feeble health, the duties of the archdiocese are above his strength. Odin has sent the following names to Rome: Very Rev. Napoleon Joseph Perche, V.G ., who has done a great deal to promote religion in this diocese by preaching and writing, and who is esteemed and respected by clergy and laity. Rev. Francis Lespes, S.J.,...

Scope and Contents Odin states that during the celebration of the provincial council, Bishop Anthony Blanc was taken seriously ill and for 12 days his condition was very critical. He is now out of danger, but he is still very weak. Blanc requested Odin to write to Purcell and tell him that he has applied to the Holy See for a coadjutor and that he has submitted to the Holy Father the following names: Bishop Armand F . de Charbonnel, of Toronto; Father F . Cautrelet, ex-president of Spring Hill College; Father...

Scope and Contents Odin returned from Washington yesterday. He was pleased to see the Capital of the United States. Georgetown College is remarkable for size, location, and cleanliness. Father Thomas Mulledy accompanied Odin everywhere. Odin met Father August Jeanjean just arriving from New York. A priest from Lyons accompanied Jeanjean; he is destined to open a Seminary in Louisiana. Everybody had expected to salute Jeanjean as Bishop of the Indians, but they have been disappointed, Jeanjean ...

Scope and Contents Timon's letter was received. He sees with joy that Timon has finally begun to declare the word of God at St. Louis. Odin urges Timon to banish entirely the spirit of fear which disquiets him. St. Mary's Seminary seems to be on a good footing. Father Labadie has succeeded Timon as prefect of health. On Timon's return to the seminary he will live in his cell and consecrate all his time to sharpen his arms against the enemies of the Lord; he has not been given any function to fill. ...

Scope and Contents Mr. Alton could not undertake the building of their church. Mr. Johnson's house will occupy him until September and then he is to put a bridge over Cape Cruz. The Anabaptists, thanks to Mr. Green's instructions, have taken new courage and propose to build a meeting house. Timon is to try to make a contract with Valerio. Their chapel is absolutely too small. Mr. Gouvrier? from Louisiana has decided to settle at the Cape; he leaves today for Ste. Genevieve to buy the lots from Mrs. La...

Scope and Contents Mr. Morauville gave Odin the different things Timon sent. Father Victor Paillasson left Tuesday morning. He will return to New Madrid to gather up his effects and will soon go back to St Louis to begin his novitiate at florissant. Odin believes Miller and Hall's land does not border there. Mr. Morton would like to buy it but not having the means he wishes Timon could help him buy it. Mr. Johnson has offered the land he bought from Evan Daugherty. He says it contains 82 acres. There are...

Scope and Contents Odin could have gone to the Barrens next but because of Easter he thinks he should put it off to Trinity. Mr. Jones will be satisfied with 450 piastres paid down for the lot. There is a frontage of 116 feet on Main Street and 180 on the other street. The wharf boat is coming along rapidly. It will be placed near their house. Mr. Ellis is opposed to its being put above the Bayou. Mr. Gordon? has come back and is preparing to build a warehouse, tavern, etc. Mr. Mattingly would like the...

Scope and Contents Messrs. Ellis and Cannon ask $5,000 for their steam mill. Mr. Mattingley offered them $4,000. They think they do not want to sell and that their aim is to scare them out. Mr. Leon stopped at the Cape and announced that the Spanish grants were confirmed. Timon would perhaps do well to ask to buy the Old Cape. It is entirely covered by woods and it would be easy to transfer it to the College if they ever build. Mr. Valerio has contracted for Dr. Gouvrier's house. Timon should give him ...

Scope and Contents Maxy? Block has a 10 acre lot joining Mr. Ellis' cornfield. He will sell it for $100 down and $100 in one year. There is no cheaper bargain. Block says it is a handsome and rich piece of land, within 20 yards from a big spring. The well at last is finished; it contains 5 or 6 feet of excellent water. Odin has had to borrow $30 to pay the man who dug it. 2,000 bricks were required to wall it up; Mr. Juden charged $12 for them. The hauling of the bricks and rocks cost $12 more; the total...

Scope and Contents At Rome Odin made the acquaintance of the Baroness de Milange, a French lady exiled on account of her attachment to the royal family. She has a land claim to get confirmed in Arkansan territory. She asks Odin to beg Timon to see who could be entrusted with that business. Mr. Kane of Kaskaskias might do it. The letter of attorney is sent to Timon to delegate whom he chooses. The Baroness is in poor circumstances on account of the revolution. She has always been at the head of all good ...

Scope and Contents Odin has written a great many letters to Timon and to Bishop Joseph Rosati and received only a few lines that Father Jean-Baptiste Tornatore, C.M. wrote in May. He continues to occupy himself for the good of their Congregation Vincentians and religion in Missouri. Their confreres of Poland have promised2 or 3 priest, he will obtain a very good one from Piedmont and 2 novices; probably a few from Spain and France. The great mixture in their seminary is apt to dissatisfy the minds...

Scope and Contents In his last letter to their Superior, Father John Baptist Tornatore C.M., Odin promised to write to Timon. He had to visit their seminary at Amiens and college at Mont Didier at the request of their Superior General. The seminary of Amiens was built by the Vincentians some time before the French Revolution. It is superior to any of the kind in France. It accommodates 300 students. It surpasses everything even at Lyons. Odin spoke a great deal to the Bishop of Amiens, the priests, and...