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Leo XIII acknowledges receipt of Paul Rosen's book "Satan and Company" and expresses gratitude for the author's use of Humanum Genus. :: X-3-i Printed Clipping 1p. 32mo.

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The Association of the Perpetual Adoration was founded by Madame Anna de Meeus . A house of the Sisters of the Perpetual Adoration was founded at Brussels in 1857. The Arch-Association was transferred to Rome in 1879 and was united with the other Arch-Association of the same name. Cardinal Theodolf Mertel, Secretary. :: VI-3-c Printed Circular Latin English 2pp. 4to.

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From their letters of March 18 he has learned of their pious plans. He is happy to approve and bless them. In the James Alphonsus McMaster papers. :: I-2-e Printed LL Latin 4pp. 3 printed on 8vo.

Scope and Contents By reason of his Apostolic power to make provision for the churches, and noting that the see of Phacusan in the Province of Augustamnia, under the Archdiocese of Pelusiana, is vacant because of the death of Bishop Carl Testa, Leo appoints Borgess to that vacant see, since Borgess has resigned his own see of Detroit into his hands. But since the see is merely titular Borgess is not obliged to go there to reside according to the Constitution of Benedict XIV. Signed by Miecislas Ledochowski. ::...

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She asks McMaster to donate his paper to two American sisters far from their native land. They will remit the postage, and beg him to pardon their liberty. :: I-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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A year ago Leonard wrote to learn if Mrs. Levis was living in New Orleans. Upon an affirmative answer, Leonard asks Blanc to give Levis the enclosed $40. Note on the same page in Blanc's hand: $38.60 paid to Mrs. Levis June 13, 1859. P.S. Levis knows Leonard as Anne Gillespie. :: VI-2-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Leonard asks Blanc if Mrs. Levies ? is still living. Leonard owes her some money which she intends to transmit to her. :: VI-1-n A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Leonard wishes he could help, but his acquaintance with Orestes A. Brownson was very slight. Leonard was very young when he lived in Chelsea, too young to come into the range of such a man. Dr. Langworthy and Rev. Samuel Robins knew him well. Both of these men are dead. Leonard can only tell Brownson how awed he used to be by the "man of power" as some used to call him, and how he longed to know him. One thing shows his faith in things: Brownson was the center of little gatherings on the...

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Twelve days ago, Father Leonard sent the names of delegates to the Columbian Catholic Congress. He now sends the official blank with the names, which he did not have before. T.F. Mullen now resides in Chicago.

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Father Constantine Maenhaut or any priest in the Parish of Orleans is authorized to celebrate the marriage of Emmanuel Daunoy of this parish and Eulalie Estelle Dalcour of Jefferson parish. On the back: Emmanuel, son of Barthelemy Favre and Philomia? Olivier ; Estelle, daughter of Pierre Dalcour and Eulalie Allain, deceased. :: V-5-a D.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Leonard, parish judge of Plaquemine, received Blanc's letter of the 9th about Mrs. Jane Kelly. Blanc can be assured that Leonard will do all that is expected of him, according to law, for her to have her son and return to New York. Blanc's recommendation is a certain guarantee for this lady; Leonard has promised her to conclude her affair as soon as possible. :: V-4-m A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

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The pastor Blanc had given them, Father Baron D'Aurange? D'Auragne died October 18. He was buried yesterday by Father John Caretta, pastor of St. Bernard. He was buried where he had told them he wished to be, on a mound supposed to have been made by the Indians. He is sincerely regretted by all. They hope soon to have a church built in their parish and a pastor. :: V-4-o A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents He thinks Blanc knows that for some time St. Anne's Chapel has been the cause of discord among them. It was built where it is by the older people who went there without complaint until some meddlers complained and Blanc promised to try to move it provided the neighborhood consented. Father Anthony Verrina, C.M. found that three fourths were decidedly opposed. With the chapel moved, the land would be sold and ploughed up over the graves of their dead. Having refused they thought it was no...

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She received the beautiful ring that Edwards sent her and is obliged to him. It looked so pretty in that box. She asks if he had a nice trip to Europe. :: XI-1-n A.L.S. 1p.

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He lists the delegates from St. Francis Solanus College, Quincy, Illinois to the Columbian Catholic Congress. (Form of Aug. 10, 1893, attached.)

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Leonard asks McMaster to send him the address of the Carmelite nuns. He encloses a stamped envelope. P.S. - He means the Daughters of St. Teresa. :: I-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Sister Leoncie and the other Sisters at Toulouse thank Perché for the inspiration which the Propagateur Catholique provides in their house. The journal is much better than the French journals. P.S. She sends best regards to Father H. Gouvenot . They ask his prayers and Perché's for themselves and for their dear deaf mute. :: VI-2-o A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.

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Leoni sends $6 to McMaster $3 of which is to be used toward a subscription to Freeman's Journal, $2 as donation to the Pope and $1 for a book, "Happiness of Heaven." :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Leoni sends McMaster $3 for a subscription to the Freeman's Journal. Mrs Crabb wishes her paper discontinued. He also sends $5.40 as mission dues to aid the Indian Missions. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12 mo

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He hopes that Edwards has enjoyed his trip. He sent by express a case containing some of the industry which are made by their boys. He hopes Edwards will pay them a longer visit next year. :: XI-1-f A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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It is with great pleasure that he recommends to Edwards Mr. P. Culliney, salesman of the largest dry goods house in New York. He strongly recommends this house; for years he has been dealing with this firm. :: XI-1-f A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Mr. P. Culliney will call on Edwards this month; he is a general salesman for the largest dry goods house in New York. Brother wishes Edwards to do all he can for him with the person who buys for his institution. :: XI-1-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Leontine asks Clarke to put him down for 1, 2 3 volumes and asks about the paper. Clarke is going to keep them back for the want of it. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents During the past month the Leopoldine Association has sent to Arnstein and Eckeles of Vienna, the sum of 1117,500 francs who will send it to Kenrick, who is to acknowledge its reception. According to the indications of Father Frederick Rese, the Central Direction of the Association has allotted 25,000 francs to each of the diocese of St. Louis, Kentucky, Charleston, South Carolina and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and 17,500 for the diocese of Cincinnati. Cincinnati receives less this time, but...

Scope and Contents Lepargneux went several times to remind Perché of his promise to have dinner with them but the reply made to him at the hotel gives him little hope. If in returning to Paris Perché should pass by Nantes, Lepargneux asks him to ask Mr. Fournier, who he is told has two charming nieces, if it would not be possible for one of them to marry a young, great lawyer of Paris. After what Am. Lutton said to him, Lepargneux is confident that a union begun under Perché's patronage would be most...

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Lepere has always wanted to write for a standard magazine and would like to contribute to the Ave Maria, dedicated to the honor of the Virgin Mary. He received a Catholic and classical education at St. Louis University. He sends a specimen essay on "Christian Art". Brother Fidelis will remember Lepere as a son of Mrs. Frances Lepere. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo

Scope and Contents Lépine sends a copy of the resolutions passed at today's meeting. Since it is necessary to build a church on the land belonging to St. Mary's congregation, and since there is a decree passed by the Provincial Council held at Baltimore which recommends that the Bishops of the United States do not authorize in the future, the building of a church or chapel whose title is not held in the bishop's name, and since Blanc has consented that the fabrique keep the title of the property, the fabrique,...

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He has finished the few lines written in French in remembrance of Bishop William Tyler. He can give more information after seeing the photo. He has enclosed a letter of Bishop Tyler and a piece of his purple cassock, which are to be returned as soon as possible. :: XI-1-c A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Enclosed not present is the bill of the seminary for the first quarter of the year. Added on the next page:

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Aurelie sends best wishes for Leray's feast day. Aurelie no longer works outside the home; her parents prefer this as a young girl is always in danger in Paris. Her stepfather?'s is very good to her. On Sunday Aurelie saw her cousin Augustine. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.