Journals (10 of 15), 1845 - 1847

File — Box: 184, Folder: 10

Identifier: 119_9_1

Journals (10 of 15)

Scope and Contents

Journals:

Journal 12.17: Journal recorded during McElroy's ministry at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (November 1845-May 1846) and Mattamoras, Mexico (July 1846-October 1846); includes observations about sick visits, visits to schools, and visits to nearby stations (Baltimore, Frederick). Records the date that he received word of his chaplaincy (May 20, 1846); observations of his journey to Mexico; his arrival at Mattamoras, Mexico; and his work at hospital in Mexico. Also includes a list of the letters sent by McElroy while he was in Mexico (July 10, 1846-May 10, 1847)

Journal 12.18: Personal diary maintained by John McElroy during his service in the Mexican War. He went to serve as a chaplain, but since there were no regularly-appointed chaplains he also went as a nurse. See p. 31 of Boyle's short biography for explanation of McElroy's service.

Journal 12.20B: Record book used during McElroy's ministry at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (1845-1846) and Mattamoras, Mexico (1846-1847), where he served as chaplain. Includes notes on sacraments and conversions at Holy Trinity. Bulk of book details his work in Mexico, including a record of expenses at his mission, the sacraments ministered by him, notes on sick calls among soldiers and Mexicans, and a record of conversions.

**Former finding aid locations: 119_9_1; 12.17-12.20B**

Dates

1845 - 1847

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Extent

From the Collection: 308 boxes (212 regular boxes, 25 oversized boxes, 58 restricted regular boxes, 13 restricted oversized boxes, plus 14 card catalog drawers )