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Scope and Contents Since writing to McMaster about the Sept. 9 the decree he gave him to hope for has become a reality. Emigration could ask for no more. The natives are astonished but the party of progress has been encouraged. While seizure of lands is an arbitrary proceeding, it was the only way of accomplishing object. Bitterness formerly showed to him has turned to absolute hate, but he has gained a victory against combined influence of lawyers, prefects, judges. He states that he asked for...

Scope and Contents He wrote to McMaster some days ago but takes this opportunity, to send him a few more words by means of three men Messers, Childs, Longhorne, and Meadows who are returning to the United, States at 4 o'clock the next morning. Emile sends him a "Times," the, only one which has reached there as yet. He received a letter today, from General Price and Gov. Harris from Mexico who writ e that, although they are concerned over the success of their representatives, still they have hopes since...

Scope and Contents He is located 100 miles from the Port of Vera Cruz and 180 miles from Mexico City. He writes this report in order to make the steamer leaving January 23. They arrived January 13 and he went immediately to the Governor of Vera Cruz who was quite cordial, but who said the proper person to see was Minister Roblez of the Agricultural Department. He went on a tour of the interior, trying to see as much as possible of matters and things in about Mexico. The Pennsylvanians were given passage...

Scope and Contents This letter will be given to McMaster by Mr. William F. Maurice who will return to Cordova in the fall and who will give McMaster a good report of things here so the Emile will not have to write a long letter. He will miss Maurice very much, since he is so used to seeing him several times a day. Some Americans here are throwing slurs concerning Emile, saying he is too young to hold the position he has. These enemies are headed by W.M. Anderson. Emile is sick and tired of the job and has...

Scope and Contents In his last letter he told McMaster of his interview with the Emperor and of his tour of the interior with some gentlemen to survey lands he hopes to have in the market. They were amazed at the beauty and richness of the country, but some, particularly Mr. Anderson, were dissatisfied with Longnemare since he had not obtained certain accommodations for them that he had promised. Emigrants have been impatient to settle on the lands, but they cannot because they have not yet been surveyed...

Scope and Contents Emile writes to McMaster about the lands now being made ready for colonization. Major Lawrence, Captain Cage and some 12 other Confederates are surveying the land. He hopes to have the land ready in about three weeks. Only gov. Allen and Capt. Maury of all the Confederates who have come to Mexico, remain in the capital. He wonders if the Southerners will remain in the United States instead of coming to Mexico. Emile felt sure that Maury's appointment would have a good effect in the...

Scope and Contents Pages 1 and 2 missing ... Page 3: McMaster has his excuses. He is afraid McMaster will fell grieved and disappointed when he hears the tales of those returning to New York, but the sickly reason that has put a stop to emigration will give them time to look about them and plan a course of action for the future. Longuemare will abide by McMaster's decisions. Some of the lands he has procured are good and some are not so good. B.G. Caulfield will come to New York, and McMaster can get his...

Scope and Contents When he wrote last he stated that he was waiting for certain arrangements to be completed by the government and the results of which are shown by the enclosed documents. He has carte blanche with everything connected with emigration and lands. He leaves the 26 for Cardova to meet the Emperor Maximilian and get an appropriation with which he hopes to carry to his program. He wonders that since every one if working for themselves, why shouldn't he do likewise. He is eager for capitalists...

Scope and Contents He arrived in St. Louis after 5 days after meeting with all sorts of accidents. The engine burst, ran off track etc.; he almost froze to death, and as consequence has been sick for four days. He finds St. Louis changed. The influx of strangers makes it look like a strange city. He met all his old friends. Eugene has gone to Florida; Alex Garasche is in Washington and McMaster will probably see him as he passes through. Baudry Grasche is in New York. There is a great fever for...

Scope and Contents He congratulates McMaster and his wife on the birth of a son, hoping that the son will be as nearly like his father in all that goes to make up a man, and will inherit some of the virtues of the mother. He has been wardering about, with no object in view. He hopes the Fenians would kick up a respectable row which would have justified his visiting them. He points out that the struggle in Europe has checked his aspirations, but at least he will have the satisfaction of witnessing a war...

Scope and Contents He speaks of the nominations to colonization and land bureau, posts of Maury and Magruder. He describes his tour of the lands with, three gentlemen who were very enthusiastic over all that they say., General J.O. Shelby arrived with his party, including George Young,, Dr. Terry of Lexington, George Hall, Kiphardt, Col. Blackwell and, others. General Price and Governor Harris have gone to Mexico to see, the Emperor about the decree allowing Indians and Mexicans the right, to apply for...

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The bearer of this letter is Pedro de Alcantara Jimenes, a cleric in first tonsure. Having obtained a benefice in the Diocese of Santiago Jimenes came to be ordained but found the Archbishop ill. He decided to go to New Orleans and consign himself to Blanc. Blanc may remember Lopez when he was in New Orleans in 1837 in the presbytery with the late Father Louis Moni :: V-5-e A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.

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He received Blanc's letter and thanks him for the courtesy shown this poor clergyman. Father? Delgado has been restored to the government of the Archbishop of Santiago de Cuba, and he sends this new dimissorial so that Blanc can confer Holy Orders. Their Bishop of Havana has not yet arrived but they expect him at the end of November. On the 10th and 11th of this month they had a terrible hurricane which caused much damage. :: V-5-f A.L.S. Spanish 2pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents He asks Blanc to tell Father Rousselon that yesterday they received 30 ordos for 1855 and that the intentions will be faithfully fulfilled. Loras takes this occasion to recall himself to Blanc's memory. Here they do not publish fine pastoral letters but read those of others. Blanc's for the Jubilee, as the others, pleased him. They work in obscurity for the salvation of souls. If it comes to Blanc's notice that they are neglecting anyone, Blanc is to let them know. He knows that he should...

Scope and Contents After the little rush of the holidays which they celebrated with a midnight Mass and 100 Communions, Loras will relax a minute with one of his most sincere friends. The 18 ordos have arrived and the 13 intentions taken care of. Next June he will talk of St. Cessien. Loras cannot express his satisfaction for Blanc's fine undertaking at St. Claude Street. Loras has wanted for a long time to see a new church of St. Augustine started in New Orleans. Blanc's worthy trustees will no doubt open...

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A printed copy of Loras' pastoral address. Father James Causse is the secretary. Loras adds at the bottom of the address: "Your friend wishes to receive yours." :: V-4-m Printed L. 2pp. Folio

Scope and Contents Loras received Blanc's letter of September 27 on October 27. The recital of Blanc's disasters is deplorable. They have enjoyed perfect health. They are poor but they have many good things. He asks Blanc, if it is not too late, to insert in the ordo for the Diocese of Dubuque, on October 29 the feast of St. Cessian, Martyr. Loras brought his body from Rome with the above privilege. He wants 18 ordos; he would also like some Mass intentions; their missionaries' needs are great. He must make...

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Compelled by a sad necessity and only to avoid scandal and a kind of schism, Loras has given an exeat to Father John Healy . P.S. Father Rousselon is to read the two enclosed letters no enclosure and receive the money from the customs for Loras for his processional canopy. :: V-5-f A.L.S. English French 1p. 8vo.

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Michael Dugan, one of their good Irishmen wishes to place his daughter, Mary Anne Dugan , in a good French family in New Orleans. Will Blanc render him this service through the good French ladies. Poor France! Is not anarchy to be feared. He hopes Blanc's sickness will not be great this year. How rapidly Bishop John Stephen Bazin went to the tomb, a victim of his ardent zeal. :: V-5-i A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

Scope and Contents Blanc's letter of October 17 arrived on the 5th; the two boxes also arrived. The pictures are in the church; he hopes the Catholics will make good use of the fine Way of the Cross. He congratulates Blanc on getting a new staff of clergy. It certainly was necessary in 1830. Father Simon A. Paris of St. Louis, is a little discouraged and is talking of returning to France in the spring, because of the English language and the Irish. He is, Loras thinks, the most accomplished priest in that...

Scope and Contents Loras would like to have 18 copies of the ordo by January 1. If it is not already printed he would like to supply an omission. They consecrated their Cathedral on August 15. Therefore a memento should be made that day or during the octave. Father Rousselon is to put Loras's name down as a subscriber to the Propagateur Catholique. Loras is asking through Father John Bazin to let Blanc have $24 due Loras at Mobile for the customs charges on a package he is expecting from France. As he can...

Scope and Contents The box for Father Augustine Ravoux arrived. Father Stephen Rousselon told Loras that there were two boxes of church ornaments at the customs in New Orleans for which they ask $180. Loras made a claim to the Secretary of the Treasury through their representative in Washington. He replied that they were going to refer it to the collector in New Orleans for information. Bishop Simon Bruté, Bishop Joseph Rosati for the 4 bells of St. Louis, and other have been exempted for objects which were...

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Loras has received the 18 ordos; the 14 Mass intentions will be said. He sends his respects to Biahop Blanc. V-5-k - A.L.S. - French - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}

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The 18 ordos arrived at St. Louis and some are already at Dubuque. The 14 Masses will be said. :: V-4-l A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents Loras acknowledges the letter of July 17. He is more convinced that Wisconsin should be erected into a new see, particularly since he saw Bishop Peter Richard Kenrick at Galena Illinois. Kenrick would willingly cede to the new diocese certain counties from Illinois as desired by some persons. This must be examined in the next council. Detroit will have enough by having Michigan. Loras has changed his mind concerning the French catechisms. Bishop Benedict J. Flaget of Louisville has given...

Scope and Contents Loras acknowledges Lefevere's favor of November 30. After reflection he adds to what Bishop Peter Richard Kenrick says the M.K. Father John Kenny is given to lying and has given scandal at Galena. If he is repentant Lefevere could try him for a month. The general rule adopted by the Bishop of Dubuque with regard to strange priests is to allow one year's trial during which he could leave or the bishop dismiss him. Loras deplores the conduct of Father Vincent F. Badin, and explains the...

Scope and Contents Blanc's letter of July 23 arrived August 18. A little trip to Galena kept him from answering sooner. Loras has consulted his lawyer who assures him that there aliens can inherit. He appoints Blanc his universal heir. Today Loras is 49 years and 2 days old, sane and sound. He is pastor at Dubuque as Father Joseph Cretin has gone on a long mission to the Sioux around For Pierre. Loras has learned that a young priest from Lyons has arrived in Baltimore and will come without delay. He expects...

Scope and Contents Loras has been told that is was found quite astonishing that Father James Causse of Potosi Wisconsin Territory lately visited Mineral Point, Wisconsin Territory. That town has been attended only by Father Samuel Mazzuchelli, O.P. of Dubuque and Loras did not know that Father Martin Kunding was expected there. He will write to Causse not to go there. Father Joseph Cretin, Vicar General, has been at Prairie du Chien Wisconsin Territory for more than two years and Loras asks Bishop Lefevere to...

Scope and Contents After the ordinances from Rome concerning the bishops' wills by which the Church property goes to the successor of the title, Loras has chosen Blanc to be his residuary heir, if he has no objection. Blanc is to let him know before he sends the document. Father John Mary Odin, C.M. has refused. Loras always was convinced that he would and that it was an unsuitable choice in view of the immense good he would do in Texas without leaving his congregation. Loras suffers more than anyone from...

Scope and Contents Loras has Rousselon's letters of the 5th and 27th of September. The 18 Masses for the ordos will be faithfully said. He will send his rectifications of the ordo in July; he also has received the Propagateur with which he is very much pleased. Everyone should make it his duty to encourage it. He will receive Bishop Anthony Blanc 's and Rousselon's about the Lyons catechism translated into English. The editor, without consulting Loras called it the Belley Catechism; it will be corrected in the...