(1827)
(Bruté, Simon Gabriel)
(Emmitsburg, Maryland)
to Bishop (John) David
(Bardstown, Kentucky)
(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.
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1827
Fenwick, O.P., Edward (Dominic) Bishop
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Father Frederick Rese
On his way to Europe
By this letter Fenwick appoints Rese, who has been with him three years and while enjoying his confidence, has acted also as his vicar General, as his agent on his trip to the feet of the Holy Father and to Europe. Whatever Rese proposes or does, Fenwick accepts as his own. (On the back of the copy) Aloysius Capponi, secretary of the Apostolic Nuntiatura at Vienna testifies that he has made the copy with his own hand and that it is a correct of the original. He adds the seal of the nuntiature.
III-2-g copy (Latin) 2pp. 4to.
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1827 Jan. 3
Fenwick, Bishop Edward D.
Cincinnati, Ohio
to Duke of Lucca
First draft of letter - Thanks the Duke, his mother and his wife for their generous offerings to Fenwick - Hints that the Duke might like to become a patron of a Dominical seminary in the diocese of Cincinnati.
II-4-d A.L.S. 1p. 8vo. (French)
On back of manuscript portions of other drafts of letters signed but not addressed.
1827 Mar. 31
(Rosati), C.M., Bishop Joseph
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Priests of New Orleans and St. Louis
A circular letter, addressed to Father Anth(ony) Blanc, pastor of Baton rouge. Because of the disputes which went on under the episcopate of Bishop (Louis William) Dubourg as to whether the decree of the Council of Trent on clandestine marriages applied to the diocese of Louisiana, the bishops decided to submit the question to the Pope. On September 9, 1824 Pope Leo XII in council gave the following rule.
1) The rule of Trent does apply in this diocese; all marriages without a priest and two witnesses are null and void.
2) Where there are doubts about previous marriages the Pope declares them validated without a renewal of the promises.
3) Dubourg had asked that the decree of Benedict XIV, dated November 4, 1741 for Belgium and Holland, be extended to this diocese. It was also declared that 1. Marriages between heretics without due form are declared valid if both or one comes into the Church; 2. Marriages between Catholics and non-Catholics without priest or witnesses is declared valid as long as the Catholic party is reconciled to the Church.
In order to dissolve doubts (Rosati) cites a letter of Pius VI dated May 28, 1792 declaring that the Decree of Trent does not apply where the lack of priests and the difficulty of finding one prevails. This certainly applies in this diocese.
(P.S.) (Rosati) begs all pastors to obey canon law and make an annual or at least biennial (report). Father Aug(uste) Jeanjean signs as secretary.
(This copy is postmarked April 17 at New Orleans).
V-4-d L.S. (Latin) 4pp. 4to.
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1827 Apr. 11
Martin, A.E.
Nutrias, (Venezuela)
to Henry (L.) Rutgers
Independencia, (Bolivia)
Nothing would be more satisfactory to him than Rutgers' going down to Angostura in Martin's launch with whatever freight he has. Martin has only 300 hides. Rutgers may send up the Patron he speaks of after the holy days; he might bring some men with him if he can find good ones down there. Martin sends his respects to (James?) Seton.
II-1-a A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1827 Apr. 27
Badin, Father S(tephen) T(heodore)
The Minerva, Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
He sends his letter to Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget with Fenwick's letter since there are many things in it that concern Fenwick. This place is well known to Fenwick and to Bishop (John) McGill. Father (Frederick) Rese will easily find him at Rome, although he now wears the new habit of the Dominicans, for which purpose he came to Rome. He delayed answering Fenwick's letter of Oct. 2 and March 2 because he wanted repose and quiet. He leaves Flaget's letter open for Fenwick's perusal and asks that it be sent on, as he has now written to Flaget for six months. He mentions the liberty and franchise accorded the new catechism. Monsr. Martial has been cleverly attacking Badin and a printed writing at the Propaganda hints at his aspirations to the coadjutorship at Bardstown, (Kentucky). Badin is no favorite of Mgr. Caprano and vice versa. He gives an account of his finances in French. He suggests Fenwick write to Mr. ( ) de Buly if he wants to get letters to the Netherlands. He has heard nothing about Frere d'Anvers with whom some money was deposited for Fenwick. He quotes a letter from Father (N ) Hofman in French, written Feb. 1, 1826, but the Paris postmark is Feb. 5, 1827. Father Michael Trappes, formerly of Manchester, has had to leave because of his temporal affairs, owing Fenwick's mission 16-odd pounds. Bishop Weld of the Northern District has paid all of Trappes' debts and will probably take care of this one. He gives Fenwick a complete and detailed report of the financial transactions of the mission. He wrote to Mr. Van der Vin Maus about d'Anvers. Mr. de Nilly died last August without receiving any other Sacrament than Extreme Unction. He should write to Father (Gabriel) Richard to have Flaget settle in Canada. He should write to the superior of the seminary of St. Nicholas du Chardonnet for a superior of his future seminary. Father Charles de Marseille may be willing to send a priest and nuns to Mackinac. Although the See of Detroit has been erected there is some hesitation because of Richard's imprisonment and debts. He mentions further financial arrangements with Wright and Co. that Petit in Lyons was to take care of but of which no word has been received. He has not received Fenwick's duplicate of Oct. 2.
II-4-d A.L.S. (part French) 4pp. 8vo.
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1827 May 3
Purcell, John Baptist, papers of
This is a note drawn up at the Solitude of Issy in which the members of the Solitude grateful for the graces of their year there resolved:
1 - that they will always have a good intention;
2 - they will pray for each other, especially at Mass;
3 - they will try to remain united in the Sacred Heart;
4 - for each other they will say each day the prayer of FatherOlier, Jesus Living;
5 - they will not forget to pray for their superiors;
6 - the survivors will say Mass for those of them who die.
Signed by S(amuel) Eccleston, Dumaine, Verot, Letouillec, Esseul, Varenier, Galliousse, L'Homme, A. de Cambis, Purcell, Pompique, Garrigues, Malzac, Poulet, Vadaine, Rouz.
II-5-h D.S. Copy in one hand. (French) 2pp. Photostat from Mt. St. Joseph's, Cincinnati
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1827 May 19
Cappellari, Maurus, Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, (O.P.)
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
The Sacred Congregation of the Propaganda Fide has been informed of the agreement made Oct. 9, 1826 between Bishop Henry Conwell of Philadelphia and the trustees of St. Mary's Cathedral of that city. This agreement and the declaration of the trustees tends to destroy episcopal power and ecclesiastical discipline in that diocese. After considering these matters the Sacred Congregation on April 30, 1827 decreed that the agreement and declaration should be made know to all the bishops of the country so that they will know the attitude of the Congregation on the matter. The Decision was also submitted to Pope Leo XII on May 6, and he approved of it and ordered Catholics in those regions to be informed that the agreement and declaration had been disapproved. They hope that hereafter these matters will be conducted in proper order. Pietro Caprano, Archbishop of Iconium signs as secretary. no. 15.
III-2-g D.S. (Latin) 2pp. 8vo.
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1827 May 19
(Flaget), Benedict J(osep)h, Bishop of
Bardstown, Missouri
The imposter Timon mentioned in his letter had already visited Kentucky, blessing and preaching sometimes as a bishop, sometimes as a freemason. Although bold enough to pass through Bardstown, he dared not visit any clergyman. He went by the name of Bishop (Michael) Portier, lately appointed bishop for the Floridas. Flaget wrote immediately to Fathers Blanc and Jeanjean in order that he might be detected. At least it has afforded Timon and (Flaget) the occasion to renew acquaintance. (Flaget) has great satisfaction in what Timon's prelate has told him of Timon's piety and zeal.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1827 Jun. 24
Caprano, Pietro, Archbishop of Iconium
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
The Holy Father Leo XII in the audience of June 24, 1827 ordered Caprano as secretary of the Sacred Congregation of the Propaganda to tell Fenwick that he has been granted the faculty of dispensing for ten cases from the impediment of disparity of cult, and of affinity in the first degree in the collateral line for very grave causes and of legitimation of the children provided that the contracting parties promise to have the children baptized and educated as Catholics and intend to live properly as a married couple. Fenwick is also granted the faculty of dispensing nuns of the Order of St. Clare and others in their respective orders from all that they cannot observe in the diocese of Cincinnati, provided that the substance of the vows are retained, despite any constitutions to the contrary.
III-2-g D.L. (Latin) 1p. 8vo.
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1827 Jun. 30
Rese, Father Frederick
Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Acknowledges letter of April 23. Affairs at Philadelphia more serious. Affairs of Dominicans are like the Jesuits in Maryland - The Pope seems to favor the religious orders. The Duke of Tuscany, the Prince of Rospigliosi and the Duke of Lucca aid him. In case of M. McGreadi the vows taken at St. Rose (Kentucky) are mentioned. Special Dominican Congress on American affairs recommended. Speaks of the sisters from Belgium. Mentions Father (Stephen Theodore) Badin - Speaks of special faculties sought by Fenwick.
II-4-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 8vo.
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1827 Jul. 16
De Neckere, C.M., Father L(eon)
(Lille, France)
to Father P(eter) Doutrelui(n)gne
Paris, (France)
De Neckere received Doutrelui(n)gne's letter and rejoices that they are again reunited under the government of the same Father and that the choice of the Holy See has fallen on a man as worthy as Father (Peter) De Wailly, (C.M.). De Neckere has desired to learn whether Doutrelui(n)gne had received his exeat, and what his superiors have determined concerning his vocation. De Neckere was at Doutrelui(n)gne's home a few weeks ago; all were well and desire news of him. The pastor of Herseaux and Father(?) Marhem are much interested in Doutrelui(n)gne. De Neckere does not know what plans to make. Since his arrival in France his health is so broken down he cannot undertake the least fatiguing trip. If Doutrelui(n)gne finds any account about the mission of Louisiana which Father ( ) Niel, American missionary, has published, Doutrelui(n)gne is to find out at St. Stanislaus College where they are and send them to Victor De Robiano at St. Acheul, to forward to Mrs. Ghyseghem. Letters to De Neckere are to be sent to Father Taffin, vicar of St. Catherine, Lille.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1827 Sep. 9
De Neckere, C.M., (Father) L(éon)
Amiens, (France)
to Father P(eter) Doutrelui(n)gne
Paris, (France)
De Neckere has been at the seminary several days and his health has improved. Doutrelui(n)gne no doubt noticed the old date of the letter brought by Brother Joseph, (C.M.). It was forgetfulness, caused by the sickness he has suffered from so long. De Neckere has some money given him for Father (Stephen Theodore) Badin, a missionary from Kentucky; he believes Badin is now in Rome. At the College of (St.) Stanislaus there is another American missionary through whom he could get this money to Badin. De Neckere does not know if Doutrelui(n)gne received his letter asking him to look for the accounts about the Missouri mission and to send them to (Victor) De Robiano at St. Acheul. If he has not sent them he is to send them to the Seminary of Amiens. De Neckere sends this by their confrere Father Bousquet, (C.M.).
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1827 Sep. 29
Rese, Frederick, Father
Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Acknowledges letter and mentions letters written to Ohio missions. Also one to Bishop Flaget about the Dominican property in the two dioceses. Discusses the Dominican missions and property and the views of Bishops Flaget and David. Mentions a Madame Collette and the sisters. Thanks Fenwick for a special very charming letter - Gives plans for the winter. Visits Cardinal Cappellari - Obtains special faculties. A Mr. Savage of New York arrives apparently to discuss the cases of Fathers Harold and Ryan.
II-4-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 8vo.
1827 Oct. 5
Poulpiquet de Brescanvel, Bishop John Mary Dominic de
Quimper, (France)
Poulpiquet transfers his jurisdiction over Father John Mary William Guernigou to the diocese to which he goes. Father Marzin signs as secretary.
V-4-d A. Printed form L. (Latin) 1p. 4to.
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1827 Oct. 10
Flaget, Benedict Joseph, Bishop of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Speaks of preaching the jubilee at St. Rose, St. Rose, Libanum and Holy Cross - Received letter from Father Theodore Stephen Badin from the Minerva in Rome - Says that his young German student is good in Holy Scripture and may make a good teacher for Fenwick.
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1827 Nov.
Lemaire, Ferdinand
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Thanks him for map of Cincinnati - Thanks him for choosing him as his correspondent - Mentions various amount of money already sent to Fenwick - Ask for prayer for dead daughter. Asks to be remembered to Sister Mary Vindervoghle.
Note in Fenwick's hand noting its receipt Apr. 1828 through Mr. Gothales Vereruyssen of Courtrai.
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1827 Nov. 24
Rese, Frederick
Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Speaks about Badin's quitting the Dominican habit - Had taken only the vows of a tertiary - Reze disgusted and will not allow Badin to interfere in his business - Expects the French ambassador will give Badin a chaplaincy in French national church at Rome - Discusses the division of the Province and asks that it be settled soon - Mentions an honor received from the Pope for Father Didier Petit - Mentions possible war between Austria and Turkey - Mentions gifts of money for Fenwick - Asks care in use of these funds since a report of them is expected. Mentions Father O'Leary and Reymaker.
II-4-d A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
1827 Nov. 5
Rosati, C.M., Joseph, Bishop of St. Louis
(Barrens), Missouri
Notice of the ordination in the parochial church of St. Mary of the Barrens, of Angelo Mascaroni from the diocese of Milan on November 1, 1827 to the subdiaconate, on November 3 to the diaconate, and on November 4 to the priesthood; Father Donatien Olivier, (C.M.), John (Mary) Odin, (C.M.), and Peter Vergani, (C.M.) assisting. Odin (signs as) secretary.
IV-3-i D.S. (Latin) 1p. folio
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1827 Nov. 10
(Rosati, C.M.), Joseph, Bishop of St. Louis
Ste. Genev(iev)e, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
( ) Rozier in the future will sell the merchandise at 25 per cent above cost price. Timon will soon have two boys, Mr. O'Connor's son from Prairie du Rocher, and Mr. Shannon's from Ste. Genev(iev)e; they must be notified to pay the semester in advance(?). (Rosati) has not had time to write to the editors of the Catholic Miscellany about visits, Confirmations, and ordinations at Florissant and the seminary. Timon can begin with that of Kaskaskia and continue; he can see the number in a little register in (Rosati)'s desk and the date and names of the ordinands in the Register of Ordinations. At Mine à Breton, Gen(eral) Jones has given a fine lot for the church. (Rosati) urges Timon to draw up this report soon and send it to the editors.
P.S. Sister Mary Layton arrived at St. Louis from Opelousas; her parents will be happy to learn this news.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1827 Dec. 28
Dammers, Richard, Bishop of Tiberias
Paderborn, (Germany)
On this date Francis Bartels received the tonsure.
V-4-d Printed Form S. (Latin) 1p. folio
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