Austin E. Ford Papers

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Ford, Austin E., 1840-1933 > Manuscripts.
Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830-1893.
Mahan, John W.
O'Gorman, Thomas, 1843-1921.
Ireland, John, 1838-1918.
Dosert, Frank.
Munson, John W.
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Ireland -- History -- 19th century.
Ford, Austin E., 1840-1933 -- Manuscripts.
Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830-1893.
Mahan, John W.
O'Gorman, Thomas, 1843-1921.
Ireland, John, 1838-1918.
Dosert, Frank.
Munson, John W.
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topic Ireland -- History -- 19th century.
Ford, Austin E., 1840-1933 -- Manuscripts.
Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830-1893.
Mahan, John W.
O'Gorman, Thomas, 1843-1921.
Ireland, John, 1838-1918.
Dosert, Frank.
Munson, John W.
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spelling FRD Austin E. Ford Papers Guide University of Notre Dame Archives University of Notre Dame Archives 2017 Notre Dame, Indiana 46556 Description based on paper finding aids and inhouse database. English FRD Austin E. Ford Papers 1885-1897. Ford, Austin E., 1840-1933. 5 linear inches. University of Notre Dame Archives Notre Dame, Indiana 46556 English. Preferred Citation Austin E Ford Papers (FRD), University of Notre Dame Archives (UNDA), Notre Dame, IN 46556 Scope and Content Correspondence with John W. Mahan dating from the time of Ford's work on the Irish World; correspondence with Thomas O'Gorman, professor of church history at Catholic University in Washington D.C. and later bishop of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and Bishop John Ireland of St. Paul, Minnesota, concerning the Americanist controversy in the 1890s; correspondence with Frank Dosert concerning the production in Rome in 1893 of a Mass which he wrote; correspondence with John W. Munson and others concerning Ford's attempts in the 1890s to sell the Freeman's Journal or bring in a partner or business manager; manuscript drafts of articles for the Irish World and the Freeman's Journal; notes, photos and newspaper clippings; with material on James G. Blaine and Irish affairs. Calendared Background Editor and proprietor of the New York Freeman's Journal and Catholic Register. Austin Ford had been associated with the paper (The Irish World) of his uncle, Patrick Ford, prior to the purchase of the Freeman's Journal by the Ford family in 1888 from James A. McMaster and Maurice Francis Egan. Ford, Austin E., 1840-1933 -- Manuscripts. Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830-1893. Ireland -- History -- 19th century. Mahan, John W. O'Gorman, Thomas, 1843-1921. Ireland, John, 1838-1918. Dosert, Frank. Munson, John W. The Irish World (New York, N.Y.) New York Freeman's Journal and Catholic Register. Related Material Catholic Church. Diocese of Richmond (Va.) Records James Alphonsus McMaster Papers Newspapers Collection CFRD Austin E. Ford: Manuscripts CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1800s May 19 Ford is to delay action until he gets Munson's letter. :: I-1-k Telegram 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 He sends General James Shields ' letter and envelope so that Ford can have a photo made of it and print it with the articles on General Carr . Some might otherwise say that General Shields did not write the letter which he has inserted in the sketch of Carr. He prizes the letter highly; Ford must not let anything happen to it. It tells the truth about Carr and the 9th and "Bull Run Russell." :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Trainer, Mrs. E.A., Boston, Massachusetts, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Feb. 4 Not having heard from Ford she concluded that he had not heard from Father Edward McGlynn in relation to the parties she was speaking about. She read of Ford's libel suit; John W. Mahan is causing all his trouble as he did hers. Mahan has given Ford away; he wrote to Senator Arthur Pue Gorman just after Ford called at the house with Judge Carroll during the last campaign. He wrote the letter under an assumed name; the Republican party is down on Mahan about the affair which is well known in Boston; Mahan has few friends left in Boston. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Patrick Ford, New York, New York 1885 Feb. 5 A letter from his brother, David F. Mahan of Chelsea, Massachusetts mentioned that Ford had called at the house to look over the "9th Regiment Roster." Mahan has been in New Orleans and the letter did not reach him until today. He will be in Washington for a time and Ford can get in touch with him there. It is possible that the housekeeper confused Patrick Ford with his nephew, Austin E. Ford who called on him during the campaign. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Tobin, J M., Boston, Massachusetts, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Apr. 14 He gave the contract for the Dr. Cahill Memorial to a young Irish printer who has delayed the printing. He will send the electrotype plates and the unused stereotype matter in a day or two. Some one sent him J. O'Donovan Rossa's paper with an account of the Rellikan case -- a bad thing to stir up. It is being done by mischievous, cantankerous cusses in Boston. Senator Arthur Pue Gorman could help Ford to reach the true inwardness of those responsible. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 May 15 In the same mail as Ford's letter he received an invitation to attend the dedication of the Gettysburg monument; he supposes he will go although the cars shake him up terribly. Ford should send the proof of the article that was delayed. The First Minnesota Regiment contained many Irish-Americans and deserves glory. He needs a secretary but must go it alone for lack of appropriation. P.S. Mahan had the satisfaction of nominating General Ulysses S. Grant for the presidency of the Army of the Potomac. :: I-1-k L.S. 3pp. 8 vo. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, Major John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Jun. 18 The proof of the unveiling did not come until yesterday. He would prefer to have more time to look over the proofs; he can see an error more quickly in cold type. He read proof from eleven one morning to after seven the next morning to get it back to Ford in time. Austin is to send a string the length of Patrick Ford 's cane for the man who will repair it. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Jun. 29 He is expecting proof according to Ford's promise. He discusses his articles and the proofs. He wrote Mrs. Meagher according to directions, but has not heard from her. He expects her to send a picture of General Thomas Francis Meagher . He speaks of various photographs and drawings. Ford sent copies of letters that Mahan wanted Patrick Ford to keep on file; Mahan wants letters of General John Bradford? Carr, General James Shields, and Captain Christopher Plunkett which Ford has not returned. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Jun. 30 He thanks Ford for the check. Patrick Ford 's ideas run in the same channel as his; it was the case with the article on the part taken by the clergy and he has mapped out a special chapter for the part taken by the Sisters of Charity and Sisters of Mercy . He will drive around to see Ballen. Mahan's Meagher article will please Patrick and others and he hopes it will lead to a closer study of old Irish legends and the history of Ireland. It is lamentable how little the young Irish Americans know of these matters. He speaks of his writing General Thomas Francis Meagher 's life. From what Mahan saw when in New York, he thinks Ford works too hard. The Irish World has a staff sufficient for a daily; Ford should tell them what to do and have them attend to tasks at once. He had an idea for a "Grand Army Irish World" and speaks of increasing circulation. Ford should remember the photographs of Archbishop John Hughes and Father Sylvester? Malone. He has some orders for the book. He received a letter from Macnamara which speaks for itself. A letter from Patrick would help. A.L.S. 6pp. Enclosure: CFRD I-1-k Macnamara, Daniel G, Boston, Massachusetts, to Major John W. Mahan, Washington, D.C. 1885 Under the change in the character of the city of Boston, the new Police Commissioners are to be appointed by the Governor, George D. Robinson . His name has been mentioned as one of the three. Mahan may be able to suggest someone who can help him get the appointment. It is considered the Governor will selected two out and out Americans and one of Irish nationality. Patrick Ford, Col. A.A. Rend, General Martin, Dr. Green, or W.W. Doherty might have influence or say a word in his behalf. A.L.S. 2pp. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 8pp. 4to., 12mo. 12 CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Sep. 22 He has a number of photographs of scenes and officers, and hopes Ford will send him the proofs of the material already sent so that he can make the necessary revision. He has a mass of letters asking when the work will be ready. Riordan of the Irish Brigade now in Ottumwa, Iowa has been nominated for representative; Mahan gives a short sketch of his Irish loyalty and asks that Ford print an article on him so that he can use it in the campaign. Mahan asks Ford and his uncle Patrick Ford for political recommendations for Martin V. Casey, a clerk who may soon be subject to changes which will be announced October 1. He asks Ford to see General Henry Warner Slocum for a letter and to have him send one to General William S. Rosecrans, who is responsible for the office in which Casey is employed. He anxiously awaits an answer. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 4pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Patrick Ford, Brooklyn, New York 1885 Sep. 28 He wrote to Austin E. Ford four or five days ago and telegraphed on Saturday. If he is away, Patrick should open the letters addressed to him and please send Mahan the letters requested, as he wishes to show Lt. Col. Martin V. Casey that his kind aid in Patrick's matter is appreciated. :: I-1-k A. Postcard S. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Oct. 7 He sends by this mail reminiscences of General Joseph Bradford? Carr reconstructed to avoid any language that might look as though it was prepared for political effect. Ford should find out what the General thinks of it. Mahan thinks no account has been published of this part of the line at Gettysburg where Carr's brigade was in action. He discusses the handling of proof. He thinks there is a good demand for the life of Meagher; Meagher's words of 1848 would be appropriate now if Charles Stuart Parnell really said that if Ireland were given a legislative body she would stand up loyally and fight for the Empire as devotedly as any of England's colonies. That is bosh, and he would not give a dime to such a movement. He will send a photograph of himself taken on a visit to Gettysburg; Ford already has one taken in uniform in 1863. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 4pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Oct. 16 Ford should ask his uncle, Patrick Ford, to send him a check for $100; this will make $500 altogether. He has kept the Levan Company off by paying sums of interest, but cost of photographs kept him from doing so this month, and the result is a preemptory demand for $100, the balance due. He hoped to realize something the next winter from the book and regrets its delay. He would like to see the columns in type. The article on General Joseph Bradford Carr reads well, but there is nothing to indicate authorship. Patrick's letter on the "Invincibles" read at the banquet has the right ring and must attract attention. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Mahan, John W., Washington, D.C., to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1885 Nov. 12 He is feeling much better, but still has attacks of neuralgia. He has worked all day on the 69th Pennsylvania Volunteers record and will finish it tomorrow. Captain Henpel asked him to thank Ford for the interest in the case of Patrick Ginley. Henpel was second in the examination for the weighership, but was delighted that O'Brien, one of the 69th came out first. Henpel mingles more with the Irish than with those of his own nationality. He speaks of the interpretation of a new civil service law, the actions of Eaton of Indiana. If Ford would print it he would write a letter on William? Saltonstall, fur trade, and the resurrection of the "Old Silver Guy" party. Saltonstall spoke for John Bell and Edward Everett in 1860, and denounced the Democratic party, and the ignorant and depraved class, the Irish, Mahan hissed the scandalous remarks. He discusses proofs and the book. He received a fine photograph of Lt. Col. Hanley :: I-1-k A.L.S. 5pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Condon, James W., Lima, New York, to Patrick Ford, New York, New York 1886 Jan. 7 He incloses $10 for a subscription. He thinks Ford could publish Senator James Beck 's speech; although he differs on the question of protection, he is sound on the silver question. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k McQuaid, Bishop Bernard J., Rochester, New York, to Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan, New York, New York 1886 Jan. 18 McQuaid received Father Charles E. McDonnell 's letter. In Rome an expression of sympathy with the Holy Father's action in the Cardinal Joseph Guibert affair is looked for from all. In this case and in all Pope Leo XIII's doings, McQuaid is in hearty sympathy. Corrigan can attach McQuaid's name to the letter. Father Terence J.? Early served notification of the three ecclesiastical members of the board of trustees. McQuaid probably will not go to New York before Feb. 2. Should Bishop Richard Gilmour be at home this week. McQuaid will go to Cleveland for two or three days. McQuaid wrote a sharp letter to Ella B . Edes about the ignoring of the Provincial Council of New York. It is too soon to hear from Rome about the Father James S. O'Sullivan case. McQuaid has just imported from France a pontifical set of white vestments for Holy Thursday. The expense was amazingly small. If Corrigan sees them, he will want them, also, only richer. What will do in Rochester will not suit Fifth Avenue, New York. Saturday, McQuaid completed 38 years of priesthood. He has heard stories about Seton Hall 's discipline which distress him. He hopes they are exaggerated. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 4pp. 12 mo. Photostat From Archdiocesan Archives of New York CFRD I-1-k McQuaid, Bishop Bernard Joseph, Rochester, New York, to Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan, New York, New York 1886 Feb. 1 McQuaid encloses Archbishop Gibbons' answer [no enclosure] to McQuaid's letter; McQuaid gives a copy of his letter to Gibbons. McQuaid asks Corrigan if he should follow up the affair. Should he charge McElhone with the authorship without saying what is the source of authority? No sheriff so far. The threat was only a bit of weak blackmailing. McQuaid believed the threat meant business and felt justified in calling on Corrigan to hinder a neighboring Bishop from shutting his eyes to an ecclesiastic who sells chalices and vestments to get money which he could get, if found to be justly due, by bringing his case before an ecclesiastical tribunal. CFRD I-1-k McQuaid, Bishop Bernard Joseph, New York, New York, to Archbishop James Gibbons, Baltimore, Maryland McQuaid read in the London Tablet the Acta of the Plenary Council, which was withheld from the Bishops. He felt aggrieved because of the use made of his name and tried to find out who was the Dublin correspondent who had possession of the Acta. It was [not] Father O'Reilly, but a Catholic layman from Baltimore. Does Gibbons know of unfaithfulness near him, etc. End of copy of the letter. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo. Photostat from ArchDiocesan Archives of New York CFRD I-1-k Gustafson, Zadel B., London, England 1886 Sep. 2 An article in the Pall Mall Gazette of London about Patrick Ford, editor of the Irish World. In the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Newspaper clippings 4pp. CFRD I-1-k Blaine, James Gillespie, Augusta, Maine 1886 Nov. 16 A newspaper clipping quoting a letter from Blaine to the editor of the Kennebec Journal rebuking the mugwump admirers of English Civil Service. In the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Newspaper clipping 1 column 10 CFRD I-1-k Crimmins, John Daniel, New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1888 Apr. 6 He will be pleased to meet the Rev. M.B. Hanlon Wednesday evening. Crimmins noticed the obituary of his wife and begs to make acknowledgement. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Frank 1888 Apr. 7 A newspaper portrait of Mrs. Zadel B. Gustafson, Great Britain. In the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Clipping 1 column CFRD I-1-k New York Tribune, New York, New York 1889 Jan. 25 In a conference between Murat Halstead, editor of the Cincinnati Commercial-Gazette, and Presidentelect Benjamin Harrison, Halstead predicts James G. Blaine will be in the new Cabinet. In the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Newspaper clipping 1 column CFRD I-1-k Ford, Austin E., New York, New York, to John W. Munson, St. Louis, Missouri 1890 Apparently a rough draft outlining the conditions of sale of The New York Freeman's Journal. :: I-1-k A.Draft 4pp. 8vo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 After calling at Ford's office today, Munson got a telegram to go to Baltimore. If he returns at once he will see Ford possibly tomorrow; if not he will have to go west and will write. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Farrelly, Patrick, New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Mar. 15 He has been told that Ford was anxious to sell the New York Freeman's Journal. He asks for a price on the paper. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 May 5 Since his return from the East he has been too busy to think of the matter they talked over. There are many features to be considered in a partnership. He believes he can run the New York Freeman's Journal circulation and adverttising up to whatever standard he chooses; but his views may conflict with Ford's. If Ford will sell the paper outright he would pay cash. When he goes East they can talk it over. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 May 19 If he understands Ford's last letter correctly the New York Freeman's Journal will sell for $18,000; he repeats other details of the sale. He agrees to the price but would like to see Ford personally to arrange details which cannot be committed to a letter. He has a buyer on hand for property in St. Louis and might lose him if he leaves hurriedly. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Conway, Father John J., St. Paul, Minnesota, to Austin E. Ford, New York City 1890 Jun.11 The editor of the North-Western Chronicle St. Paul, Minnesota asks Ford to excuse his unintentional discourtesy of having dropped the Freeman's Journal from his list of exchanges. He will remedy this at once. His publishers, the Hoffman Brothers, will send Ford a copy of Father Conway's "Rational Religion." He asks an early notice of it in the columns of the Freeman's Journal. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Jun.16 He was not able to go back to New York from Baltimore. If a cash offer of $5,000 and 50% of all collections up to $13,000 on the present subscription list will suit Ford he is to write. Without the paper the list would be worthless. It is not his business what Ford gave for the New York Freeman's Journal, but since it is no better condition than when purchased by Ford, it affects his valuation. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Ford, Austin E., New York, New York, to John W. Munson, St. Louis, Missouri 1890 Jun.17 Ford cannot entertain Munson's proposition inasmuch as he has a standing offer from Professor John P. Brophy of St. Louis College New York City of $10,000 cash regardless of the present condition of the property. His original offer less the $3200 contract stands until Wednesday after which time it closes irrevocably. Ford is sure that Munson will not use any information Ford has given him thus far to his disadvantage. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Jun.23 Munson offers his congratulations to Ford in his married life. As for the paper he fears he will have to let it go and turn his hopes elsewhere as the offer of $10,000 cash is better than his offer of $5,000 and 50% of the collections. He has not as yet sold his property. Munson believes that he could collect most of the subscription list that is solvent; he did not mean to limit Ford's payments with any idea that he would not get $13,000 out of it. Munson makes another offer which he details and will be glad to have Ford keep him in mind as a future purchaser. Ford may be sure that he will treat any information he has given him thus far as confidential. Although he consulted with several friends and acquaintances in New York he is sure that he has said nothing Ford would object to. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Gillespie, J J., Houston, Texas, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Jul.8 The enclosed Post Office order for $7.50 is to pay for subscriptions to the Freeman's Journal for Gillespie, Pat Shovlin, and Miss B. Shovlin. James Dooley, an old club mate, is in bad health and is to spend his last days with relatives in New York City. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1 p. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Kerens, Richard C., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Aug.5 Ford's letter of the 29th reached Kerens in Wisconsin. He will do his best to bring about the appointment of Miss Helen Ford Lady Commissioner for the World's Fair. Had Kerens known of Ford's desire two or three weeks ago he could have easily tendered the appointment to her. Knowing her ability and strength of character he is sure she would be a great aid to the Women's Department. He will keep the matter confidential. Mrs. Kerens and the children are in Wisconsin. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Eccles, Charlotte O'Conor, London, England, to Austin E. Ford, New York City 1890 Sep.1 She received a very kind letter from Ford through Patrick Farrelly and wrote a lengthy reply including a manuscript of a curious and true story relating to Earl Spencer's family called "The Curse of Cowdray." The letter may not have reached its destination since no answer has come. She would be very pleased to send Catholic news or occasional articles on the terms agreed. She has been elected to the Institute of Journalists. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Griffin, John S., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, St. Louis, Missouri 1890 Sep.16 He sends a report on John W. Munson and hopes the facts will serve Ford's purpose. He will be happy to serve Ford at any time. He hopes Ford and his wife have a pleasant time in St. Louis and return to New York with a good opinion of their city. Report attached gives Munson's business connections and property holdings. It is written on a printed form of the Mercantile Agency, R.S. Dun and Company. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Sep.22 Munson found Ford's note too late to call at Dr. O'Reilly's. He hopes to be in New York in a very short time. The boom in East St. Louis is keeping him. He hopes Ford enjoyed his visit and is sorry he saw so little of him. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Nov.28 He has not been able to leave for New York as planned but has written to Major Keiley not to look for him. He has become interested in some Real Estate and Electric Rail Road matters which he feels he is not justified in leaving. He is trying daily to get away, however. He will not ask Ford to keep his offer of the New York Freeman's Journal open on the terms proposed which are too high for him to consider in his present state of affairs. He is sure he could make the paper pay and would like to try it. In that case he would sell out and go East. The paper must be offered to him as a bargain or he cannot entertain the hope of owning it. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1890 Dec.24 Munson received Ford's letter of the 19th and would have answered sooner but he felt that the letter merited more than a hasty reply. He will not take time to give his reason for declining Ford's offer because it would only be to discuss a question of values. The price set on the New York Freeman's Journal is too high. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Owens, Joseph E., New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Feb. 26 Ford has been accepted a member of the Catholic Club and should remit the dues to the Treasurer. :: I-1-k A.Printed Form S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Cavanagh, Philip B., New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Mar. 4 He encloses a bill for dues of the Catholic Club to September 1, 1891 and a check for $5.00 to balance Ford's check of $30.00. Receipt is attached. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Munson, John W., St. Louis, Missouri, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Mar. 10 He asks for more particulars concerning the 106 acre estate advertized for sale in the New York Freeman's Journal, and if the property could be subdivided profitably. The ad is attached. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo. CFRD I-1-k Egan, Patrick, Santiago, Chile, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Mar. 18 He just received Ford's note of November. He has been rushed to death since the revolution started, but they are all well. His son Patrick Egan, Jr. will present this letter to Ford; he is going back to the States to look for a position. Until he hears otherwise, he will send letters to his son in care of Ford. He wrote to Patrick Ford, but has not had any answer. Austin should ask his uncle to send the photograph of himself that he promised a long time ago. He sends his regards to the family. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 4to. CFRD I-1-k Johnson, Rossiter, New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Apr. 16 He sends a check in payment for Ford's contribution to the Annual Cyclopaedia for 1890. He thanks Ford for his very satisfactory service. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Ford, Austin E., New York, New York, to William R. Grace, New York, New York 1891 Apr. 25 He has been sick and missed seeing Patrick Egan Jr.. He is to meet him at five, and if Grace desires he will bring him to his residence. He is glad Grace has come back well and safely. Written over the letter in pencil, evidently by Grace; He will be glad to see Ford and Egan any time. The news today is that the Government has sunk a ship and the Rebels have captured Caldera and Carizal, both important events and true. No signature. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Rapier, Thomas G. 1891 May 17 Printed Ninth Annual Report of the Society of the Holy Spirit submitted by the Board of Direction: Rapier, James David Coleman, George W. Young, Charles A. Maurian and Frank McGloin. :: I-1-k Printed 4pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Patricia, O.S.U. Madam, Columbia, South Carolina, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Sep. 2 She thanks Ford for the beautiful tribute he so kindly paid to the memory of her step-brother, Hugh P. McElrone. She had only seen him twice in the last twenty years, and consequently appreciated what Ford said; McElrone did not waste the talents God lavished on him; nor allow the spirit of the age to contaminate his writings. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-l Ford, Austin E., Papers of 1891 Sep. 23 Proof sheets from Theodore L. DeVinne and Co., New York, of Chapter XI, entitled "Thomas Dongan and the Granting of the New York Charter." :: I-1-l Proofsheets 13pp. CFRD I-1-k Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Brooklyn, New York 1891 Sep. 26 Editorial entitled "Rum, Romanism and Rebellion" telling of the death of Rev. Samuel Dickinson Burchard, who made that famous speech in 1884. In the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Newspaper clipping 2 columns CFRD I-1-k O'Connor, Critheen, Brooklyn, New York 1891 Oct. 26 A letter to the editor of the "Brooklyn Eagle" disagreeing with Patrick Carrick's tariff views. In an envelope marked "Carrick Controversy" in the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Nespaper clipping 1 column CFRD I-1-k Carrick, Patrick, Brooklyn, New York 1891 Nov. 8 A letter to the editor of the "Brooklyn Eagle" in which Carrick answers his critics and singles out Critheen O'Connor in defending his tariff views. In an envelope marked "Carrick Controversy" in the Austin E. Ford papers. :: I-1-k Newspaper clipping 3 columns CFRD I-1-k Cavanagh, Philip B., New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Dec. 19 Receipted bill for dues in the Catholic Club from Sep. 1891 to Sep. 1892. :: I-1-k Printed Form S. 12 mo. CFRD I-1-k Dunne, Edmund F., New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Dec. 22 He has nearly finished his brief for the Supreme Court in the Ohio school case. Feeling is so red-hot on the school question because of the utterances of Rev. Dr. Thomas J. Bouquillon, Father Rene I. Holaind, and Archbishop John Ireland that he has written to Ohio to inquire whether the Supreme Judges will waive the point of etiquette and allow him to let Ford publish in advance of the hearing as Ford suggests. He would like to have a conference with Ford about it. He encloses a calling card, and two pictures of himself. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo. CFRD I-1-k Flanagan, P.J., New York, New York, to Austin E. Ford, New York, New York 1891 Dec. 25 He had to stick it out during the holidays and would like to be able to work at his present position a little longer. His father has written him a pitiful letter asking for some help; he sent him $10 for Christmas, but would like to send $15 more if Ford will advance him the amount. He will make good the amount in two weeks. :: I-1-k A.L.S. 3pp. 16 mo.

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