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Scope and Contents Alemany, following the requests of the Cardinal Prefect of the Sacred Congregation of Propaganda to direct the Archbishops of the States to give their opinion in regards to the division of the diocese of San Francisco and the establishment of a new See in Sacramento desires the opinion of Purcell on this matter. Alemany fears for the health of the Holy Father. P.S.—Governor Peter H. Burnett, Judge of the Supreme Court, leaves for New York tomorrow on Business connected with the publication...

Scope and Contents During Alemany's absence Father John B. Gelss was permitted to say mass while information was sought from Purcell. That information being unsatisfactory Alemany at once prevented him from saying mass or teaching. Monsignor Kristoffy and an old Dominican urged leniency but Alemany declined, but instead promised to intercede for Gelss because he was good before. Alemany thinks Purcell could find him some place in a chapel or some diocese. He is working as a tailor. :: II-5-f A.L.S. French 1p....

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Alemany expects to spend a day or two in New York City prospecting. :: I-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents The agent in Barcelona has received the box of books. Alemany should have written before, but he was very busy translating into Italian the life of a saintly Dominican Sister, much like that of St. Catherine of Sienna, who he hopes will be canonized. Alemany wants to know how much he owes. He might have to purchase some little property adjoining their Dominican Church called El Pilar, where he hears confessions. Several young men have called asking to be received. He has a novice master...

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He would be happy to welcome Father Michael Gualeo if Purcell believes him sincerely good. He would not adopt him entirely until better acquainted with him. Father T. J. Smith found a good spot in the mountains of Columbia and does much good Allemany is grateful to Purcell for Smith. :: II-5-d A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He wrote to the Sister Superior at Tarragona pressing Edwards' request for a souvenir of Bishop Domenech. She can send him a silk cassock but no mitre. Alemany will try to get the cassock to Edwards. There must be some mitre of the bishop in Pittsburg. Alemany left several old mitres of his and many letters in San Fransico. He directs Edwards to write Father George Montgomery for them. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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The Prefect of Propaganda has asked him to inform him on the laws of the states on marriage and their enforcement. Knowing no other way to get his information he asks McFarland to let him know these facts about Rhode Island and Connecticut. :: I-1-c L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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How will she thank Hudson for the souvenir which they have just received? She prays that Notre Dame will receive what they desire: good postulants and a large number of students and charitable friends. A more glorious Notre Dame is coming from the disaster. :: X-2-f A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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He returns the precious letters written by Father Stephen T. Badin in 1834 within the territory of the present Fort Wayne diocese; they did him good service. Most people will appreciate the important services Edwards is rendering coming historians in due time. Edwards should continue his good work. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 1p.

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Edwards' note from New York gave him much pleasure. He writes to thank Father Walsh in advance and acquaint him with the date set for his lecture. :: XI-1-e A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The "New York Freeman's Journal" of the last four years is now with the bookbinders. Edwards may expect it in a few weeks. Alerding asks for a few more of the indulgenced rosaries.

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The 24 volumes of the New York Freeman's Journal will be shipped by frieght to Edwards.

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He intends to visit Notre Dame in the summer and to see Edwards personally. Having erected a boys' school and hall they are anxious to give entertainments, but are at a loss to know what plays to select. He asks Edwards advice. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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"The Corsican Brothers" is a very fine play but he has the time nor ability to change it to suit them. The committee thanks Edwards for his interest. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 1p.

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Bishop Francis S.M. Chatard, too busy, asks Alerding to answer Clarke's letter asking information about his predecessors. Alerding will send the "Diocese of Vincennes" which he hopes to have in print by the first of September. Bishop Chatard wishes to express his interest in Clarke's work. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Their representative who took her subscription for membership in the Soldiers Society, including a portfolio of her Personal Military and Civil History, is no longer in their employ. It will be necessary for them to deliever same by express. :: XI-2-f L.S. (Typed) 1p.

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In accordance with Onahan's invitation, Brother Alexius appoints Brothers Cajetan and Isidore as representatives of the College to the Catholic Congress to be held in Baltimore. :: IX-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Enclosed is the Report of the Joint Committee of General Assembly of Maryland. Brother Alexius would like it published in the Ave Maria. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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This year they are giving attention to buildingup a department of history and she writes for information as to books for Catholic schools. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 1p.

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In response to Onahan's invitation, Brother Cajetan and Isidore will represent Mt. St. Joseph's College at the Catholic Congress to be held in Baltimore Nov. 11 and 12, 1889. :: IX-1-a A.L.S. lp. 12mo.

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In answer to the letter, he begs to state that they have already promised to other institutes whatever they shall be allowed to leave in this country of their Education exhibit. He regrets to be unable to comply with the request. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents Timon will receive the bearer, Frederick B. Lewis, the nephew of Mrs. Alford, into his seminary. He comes in company with the sons of Messrs.Watson Laforge, Delaroche, and Mosely. He is 15, has been raised in Arkansas by his step-father Colonel Walker; Alford believes Timon will find his disposition and habits to be good. Alford wishes him to study reading, writing, and arithmetic; he desires that the boy understand geography and the use of maps. Probably the boy will remain in the...

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The writer, wishing it were more, sends $1.00 for Mount Carmel. :: I-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He sends his warmest thanks for the notice in the "Scholastic" of his Carmen. :: X-2-i A.Postcard. S. 1p. 32mo.

Scope and Contents He encloses $6.00 for his subscription to the Journal for 1871, 1872, and to April of 1873. He is sending the Key West Guardian in which there are a few words against the diabolical "Journal of Civilization." He asks that McMaster give him a good blow. The Journal was confiscated here during the War, but is circulated now. The editor of the Key West Guardian used to be bitterly opposed to the Chatholic Church, but is soon to become a Catholic. Forgive him for going for Greeley. P.S. He...

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In accordance with his pormose he sends a photograph of himself taken after his consecration, May 16, 1897 and a few articles belinging to his predecessors. :: XI-2-c A.L.S. 1p.

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Several weeks ago he sent a box to Edwards and he has been wondering if it reached its destination. The box contained articles belonging to deceased bishops of Mobile and a picture of Allen. :: XI-2-c A.L.S. 1p.

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He inquires if the library has any duplicate Catholic Directories. He would like to fill in the gaps in their library. He has others to exchange. He asks where he may be able to do this. He encloses a list. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 3pp.

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He received Seton's letter of the 19th and is pleased at his interest in his work on the subject of early book plates. As to what Mr. Hardy says in regard to the date of their plates, Allen does not find the statement Seton quotes. The old Seton plate by Maverick was probably dated about 1790. Maverick had a shop in New York around 1787; he was then about 32. If Seton will send a print for a description he will include it in his book.

Scope and Contents He is happy Seton liked the book plates he sent and thanks him for the ones Seton sent him. He will take Seton's suggestion to call upon Professor (James F.) Edwards. Allen is also a member of the S(ons of the) A(merican) R(evolution) and had three or four ancestors who were active in the defense of their country. His wife had twenty relatives on the Northern side in the Civil War. It seemed Allen had a Seton plate but the only thing like it is a Laton plate of about 1740. (P.S.) Allen...