Cardinal Vaughan to Father James Noonan., 08/05/1874-08/05/1874
Series-level Scope and Content Note
(Folders 1 - 14) Contains original autograph letters signed by Herbert Cardinal Vaughan to the early provincials of the St. Joseph's Society of the Sacred Heart mission headquartered at St. Francis Xavier Church, Baltimore, Maryland. These were Cornelius Dowling, the Society's first provincial and rector, and James Noonan, after the former's death on August 2, 1872. For more information on the history and origin of the Society in Mill Hill, London, refer to the Josephite Archives, Baltimore (Series 3).
Dates
- 08/05/1874-08/05/1874
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Shelf Location
08/10/07
Container Summary
Contains ALS from Cardinal Vaughan to Father Noonan. Addressed from Bishop's House, Salford, England. This letter may have preceded Father Noonan's of 9/21/1874 (Folder 1:17, transcription). Generally, a morale-boosting letter, in which Cardinal Vaughan encourages Father Noonan in his work. References are made to - @ Cardinal Vaughan delays a proposed visit to the Baltimore mission. @ Raising money for the mission. Cardinal Vaughan suggests, "perhaps you and Father Gore may be able to go round begging for the money you require."
Subjects and Associated Physical Materials
NOONAN, JAMES - CORRESPONDENCE FROM VAUGHAN, HERBERT (CARDINAL): Autographed Letter
VAUGHAN, HERBERT (CARDINAL) - CORRESPONDENCE TO NOONAN, JAMES: Autographed Letter
ST. JOSEPH'S SOCIETY OF THE SACRED HEART - FINANCES (REF): Autographed Letter
Repository Details
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