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At the request of Mr. Alexander Fullerton a discourse on the funeral of Lady Georgiana Fullerton is forwarded. It was written by Father Gallwey. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The Ave Maria did not arrive this week until Monday. Father John.J Wernest ate of Paw Paw, died at St. Mary's hospital in Detroit yesterday. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents Absence in Washington prevented an earlier reply. O'Beirne will speak on "Immigration" at the Columbian Catholic Congress, having long experience as an immigration official. The Colonization project of Onahan and Archbishop Ireland was a grand service. O'Beirne has just returned from a 20,000 acre tract in North Carolina at which colonies are to be planted. He asks for information about the colonies in Minnesota and Dakota, and for advice and information in regard to regulations of the...

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O'Beirne shall be late for the Columbian Catholic Congress, due to business requirements.

Scope and Contents O'Boylan answers McMaster's letter of Mar. 14, insisting that he did not ask McMaster to defend him in the "Freeman", but simply because his Bishop has forbidden his writing in his own favor, he gave McMaster the facts of McDewitt's abduction in the hope that McMaster whom he has always regarded as a fearless journalist, would be able to correct some of the false statements in the secular press. O'Boylan was grossly libeled in the Eastern papers and the McDewitt case was falsely stated,...

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They frequently publish extracts from the Ave Maria in the "Morning News", and they ask Hudson to send a copy of the magazine. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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O'Boyle submits an article for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

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They enclose a draft for $20 endorsed to Mrs. Margaret Kelly who will call for it. Fearing the letter to her may fall into other hands, Blanc is to ask her the names of her father and mother, Thomas Moran and Ellen Mitchel . They sign as Emigrant Agents. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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On the 15th they addressed a letter to Blanc enclosing a draft for $20 endorsed to Margaret Kelly and to be given to her. Since then she has arrived here. They ask Blanc to return the draft so that they may refund the money to those poor people. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

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O'Brien thanks Hudson for the copy of the Ave Maria. :: X-3-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents The description of the chapel is exaggerated for it is dry and usable both in summer and winter. They are not bound to provide accommodations for soldiers, this is the responsibility of the Imperial Government. The military chaplain is one of O'Brien's priests but paid by the government. If the writer belongs in the United States, the comparison O'Brien would suggest his making is the fair way Catholic soldiers are treated by the British Army and the manner in which they are treated in...

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O'Brien sends in $5.50 as yearly dues for the Indian Mission bands and lists as a contributor Rev. John Fitzgerald, B. D. Maloney and family, and himself and family. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Rousselon is to pay the bearer $30 collected by Father Francis Rene Pont, pastor of Jackson, Mississippi for the Catholic Standard . O'Brien annexes a receipt. :: VI-2-b A.D.S. 2pp. 8vo. 32mo.

Scope and Contents In May, after consultation with the Catholic clergy and other friends, O'Brien purchased the Catholic Standard for $900 which he was enabled to pay by the aid of the following: June, 1862 - Paid J.C. Dinnies, $900; paid for materials, etc. $100; Received from Father Etienne Rousselon, $30; Father John Hayden, C,M., $100; Father Anthony Verrina, C.M., $70; Father Cornelius Moynihan, $50; Father Michael Sheehan, $25; Father Jeremiah Moynihan, $50; Father Peter McMahon, $25; Father Henry...

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The heirs of Lynch who died at Cincinnati are desirous to have, their affairs settled, and wish Purcell to send the amount he holds as, soon as convenient. O'Brien sends two receipts signed by the parties, concerned. They are for $1,733 each. With regard to the other, property, an attorney will correspond with Mr. Cody, the executor of, the deceased. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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O'Brien begs leave to gratefully acknowledge the receipt of the invitation to the unveiling of the statue of Father Edwards Sorin, C.S.C. and the transfer of the remains of Father Stephen Badin and will avail himself of the privilege of being in attendance. :: XI-2-i TYPED (no signature) 1p.

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He thanks Edwards for the pretty card and reciprocates the good wishes. May every Christmas blessing be Edwards' is their prayer. :: XI-2-g Calling card

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O'Brien thanks Hudson for the copy of the General Index to Brownson's Review. :: X-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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He is about compiling a life of Bishop Caspar H. Borgess of Detroit and it occurred to him that a few of the older priest who knew him well might have some interesting incidents to relate. He would appreciate an item of interest. (An added note signed by Hudson and addressed to Edwards): Edwards might have material for O'Brien.

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O'Brien thanks Hudson for his notice of the hospital. He is afraid Hudson put it on too thick. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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O'Brien gives Hudson instructions for reaching Kalamazoo, Michigan. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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He wants Edwards to drop a line to Father M.J.P. Dempsey who is Bishop Caspar H. Borgess' of Detroit administrator and thank him for the portrait as Dempsey is in a position to aid in the collection. O'Brien sends his photo. He asks that this letter be destroyed. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He thanks Edwards for the letter. He is glad to know that Edwards is once more himself, and trusts Edwards to take care of his health. :: XI-2-e L.S. (Typed) 1p.

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He asks if there is a cut of Archbishop Christie that he could borrow. :: XI-2-e TYPED 1p.

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He thanks him for his greetings and wishes him a happy new year. :: XI-2-f L.S.(Typed) 1p.

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He thanks Edwards sincerely for his kind remembrance. May God bless Edwards and grant him a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. :: XI-2-i L.S.(Typed) 1p.

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He will refer the matter of the dolls to the Sisters and as soon as they have time, he will endeavor to comply with Edwards' request. The Sisters are busy getting settled in their new home. :: XI-1-o L.S.(Typed) 1p.

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Father N.L. Sifferath died Friday noon. Edwards is invited to a Requiem Mass to be chanted for the repose of his soul. Burial will be in Detroit. PRINTED Postcard

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They appreciate the interest Edwards takes in their efforts. They will gather such things as they can and send them to Edwards.

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He received word that he has lost Edwards' photo of Mgr. Martinelli. He has sent to Washington to get another. He will send several souvenirs of Bishop McQuaid's Jubilee.

XI-2-a - L.S. (Typed) - 1p. - 8vo.