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Scope and Contents He thought so much of Mrs. Elizabeth Seton her mother's daily 118th psalm that he went to copy down verses for her. Her mother will pray for her. He kneels in the choir of this earth before the tabernacle of divine mysteries, the joy of her Mother who is happy before the throne, lost in the praise and love which they aspire to. He hopes she is actually in Heaven but in the humble and wise spirit of the church she says she does not know. Only the worldly, presumptuous affirm so. Even...

Scope and Contents Her question is good for her soul and shows her sincere to know God's will. She should enjoy the peace of such offering of herself to His will. He is also glad to find mother's Mrs. Elizabeth Seton's child with such a disposition, but it is a great responsibility for himself. Though fluctuating in thought he is inclined to tell her to follow her impression and to make a trial of it. He will not fear to entrust his thoughts to her. Her mother Mrs. Elizabeth Seton had only one desire, ...

Scope and Contents Bruté saw of the arrival of William's frigate in the Fayette this morning. He put off writing the whole day, thinking that William's heart would be reached only by his sister's letter. But now the last hour of the day, opening the bible his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Seton, kept for seven or eight years, her first bible of 1804, he returned to Josephine. Bruté noticed her notes on psalm 118 which she said everyday, though usually from the primer "Joe" keeps. She had places underlined for ...

Scope and Contents When Mr. Roger Brooke spoke to Zocchi's coming to say Mass for his poor son he expressed his personal satisfaction, raised not possible objection and said that though it was not the custom of Father Jean Dubois, he would explain it to him when I returned home. He did and thought he would hear that Zocchi had come which would have been a consolation. Last Friday Brooke told Brute that Zocchi on his visit said that he had received a letter that would prevent his saying the mass. Brute...

Scope and Contents Brute has just learned from Mr. Bradley of the person addresed that he is a Catholic who has been for a short time out of the church. Brute has decided to consider himself the man's pastor and states that he cannot believe that a man of his character cannot perservere in his error. He owes to his love for his excellent wife and his children to try to mend his affairs. He knows that he does not have any right to separate himself or others from the faith. Others led by the sin of the ...

Scope and Contents Brute sees in the papers the death of Mrs. Lacombe after so long a trial, and has said Mass for her. He asks Chance to tell Father H Joubert. Brute keeps as he can a remembrance of the French colony when he arrived in 1810-all melted away even Chance's father. Some have returned to France Leyritz, St. Martin, La Tullage but many to the grave. Brute asks Chance to lend him Robert Walsh's review. The notice of Archbishop John Carroll pleased him half way. But the sad concern of this...

Scope and Contents Brute had the intention of seeing Smith before this as his pastor. God's mercy wants Smith's return to the church. He should not wait for death. Mr. Bradley is gone and Brute had promised him to warn Smith in true charity. Brute asks that he read over his first letter to which he gave no answer and if there is any offense let him have a chance to clear it. The word of God is not the writing on the paper but the meaning, truth and grace contained. Private interpretation creates new...

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Brute says he will settle the judgment which Motter has obtained against Isaac Woods. :: II-3-o - A.D.S. - English - 1p. 12mo. 2

Scope and Contents Brute greets Purcell as a friend at the altar. The news Purcell has received is exact for the chief persons. Brute indicates that though there are disagreements between priests they all seek the truth and that in obeying the Archbishop they are achieving the best thing. The Archbishop allows those to complete the two years of theology who have begun with a right intention and he grants others to begin their first year. Since Egan has told Purcell of the main changes Brute adds a few ...

Scope and Contents They are on their way. William will rejoice in the hope that Bruté will soon be talking with his mother Mother Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton. He is to pray that they can prepare a happy future for religion in William's country. Bruté is leaving with three companions animated by the best of intentions. Bishop William Louis Dubourg will give them the best advantage. William is to persevere in principle and practice. Bruté sends his respects to the Messrs. Filicchi; he is sorry he could not ...

Scope and Contents They have just hoisted the white flag; he shares the first moment of joy with William. It is disturbing not to be able to say to William's mother Mother Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton "William was near me." He was glad they were separated; since Bordeaux he has lived in a state of alarm. He was also anxious after a letter telling of William's departure from Marseilles until C Preudhomme de Borre wrote that he had gone by land. In addition to what William writes to his mother, Bruté will...

Scope and Contents He asks her to accept this New Testament and Imitation as from her mother. She can diversify her reading of English by reading French. He hopes Emilie Prime will not refuse the same offering. He puts her in charge of it after Emilie, and hopes they will help one another to continue to be as good girls as they can, for Christ, their own eternity, and for her Mother Seton whose good example can suffice. Heaven is the whole object of life. Besides, living for heaven is the best life on...

Scope and Contents Bruté begs Rese to continue his interest in his work for which he is very grateful. Brute did the Holy Week alone as best he could. He has not been able to get Father Nicholas Petit, S.J. nor any other priest from Bardstown or the Barrens. The care of the first communicants, about 50 including some from 18 to 20 was an object of special importance which complicated the Easter service for the adults. He has a seminarian, Mr. Felix Matthew Ruff whom he is preparing for ordination and will send...

Scope and Contents He is late in acknowledging Rese's letter of October 24, which was so full of interest in his work and in which he offered to procure for Bruté some German priests. He needs a priest who speaks German as well as English for Fort Wayne and the canal. Rese's letter is before him and Rese can speak by reason of his wider travels and labors as a real brother in the Lord. Relying on the power of Rese's letters in Europe which, however, will take a long time, he is going to make demands on his...

Scope and Contents Brute acknowledges Rese's letter of Feb. 14, and the gift from Vienna. He hopes to use well the gift. He asks Rese about the best way to have the money sent, whether by way of Paris, or perhaps by Mr. Mark Frenaye, the friend of Father John Hughes at Philadelphia. Rese is to treat him as his student in matters of finance. He is determined to spend not before but after receiving the money. He has a cathedral, too grand for Vincennes where he froze last month. It is in need of plaster for the...

Scope and Contents This is a prayer for her. It is one of the last and most familiar which she Mother Elizabeth Seton repeated while still with us. She is now in heaven, he hopes. He exhorts her to pray always. The picture is for William who can have it for a mark in his book. "Our Lord" on the cross--"our mother" at his feet--praying to the Father with respect and abandon--all his heart and "ours" expressed in his attitude. The Spirit of Grace is His hope and "ours." "Pray for us." :: II-1-a Note S....

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For considerations between M. Mullan and himself Brute asks Mr. Grover to carry to his account credit for $50 which he will pay Grover. :: II-3-o - A.D.S. - 320 - 2

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Note in Bruté's hand for David that Bishop Sans of Mouricastro and many Dominicans with him were martyred in China in 1724-cf. Literes Edifiantis Tome. 23, p. 284. :: II-1-a Note 1p. 12mo., 1

Scope and Contents It was a great disappointment but more severe for those who are the occasion of it. They had already been interrupted this evening during which they meant to talk. They had to compensate tomorrow, as Gaston promised to come early in the morning. Mr. Beverly, of Alexandria's daughter just came requesting him to go and see her father tomorrow. Her father was hurt in a fall from his carriage and lies in a tavern six miles away, where she and her mother will meet him and bring the author...

Scope and Contents He asks Seton to present the following request to M. Fillichi. Two editions of newly discovered classics have been put out at Milan by O. Angelo Mayo. They are works of Oranto and Symmachus and letters of Salust Ennius, Plautus, Cato, Pliny, Antonius Pius, Marcus Aurelius, Verus, Arrian. It is his ambition that their college should have these treasures first and perhaps by subscription be able to give the first American Edition. This would be an honor for the Catholics. He asks to be...

Scope and Contents Bruyere hopes the letter he gave Father William Storr has not been construed into a recommendation as he could not give any. Bishop John Walsh withdraw faculties, without putting him under censure, for cause of immorality; evidence of the charge has been carefully examined; there is no doubt in Bruyere's mind of Storr's culpability. If Lefevere receives him, Bruyere suggests that Storr, before exercising the holy ministry, should spend some time in a retreat, nor should he be given a mission...

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The bearer, Father William Storr, has exercised the holy ministry in the Diocese of Sandwich for 7 months. Because of difficulties, which he will explain to Lefevere, he offers his services to some other bishop. He is under no censure; Lefevere may act as prudence and zeal will suggest. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Bryan declines the invitation to be a speaker at the Columbian Catholic Congress.

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Bryan regrets that his paper on "Pauperism - the Evil and the Remedy" is not ready for submission. He asks for a delay of two weeks.

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Bryan's paper, "Pauperism, the Evil and the Remedy" has been delayed by professional matters, but will be forwarded as soon as possible.

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Bryan asks to be excused from furnishing the promised paper, since professional engagements have prevented him from finishing it.

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Bryan accepts the request to prepare a paper on "Pauperism—the evil and the remedy" to be read at the Columbian Catholic Congress. He asks for a copy of the general programme which was mentioned, but not enclosed in Onahan's letter.

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Bryan shall be pleased to accompany Onahan to the Director General's office at the appointed hour tomorrow.

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It will give Bryan great pleasure to say a few words at the opening of the Columbian Catholic Congress.

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If Morrissey cannot come, he should send a substitute. :: XI-2-g Telegram