Dublin Diocesan Archives: Hamilton Papers (7)

Here is presented the seventh extract from the calendar of the papers of Dr John Hamilton (1800-62), dean and later archdeacon, and secretary to Archbishop Murray of Dublin. The papers calendared below are contained in files numbered 36/2 and 32/3 in the Dublin Diocesan Archives, and cover later 1839 and 1840. The late Mary Purcell calendared the papers. The Editor wishes to express his gratitude to His Grace, Dr Desmond Connell, archbishop of Dublin, for permission to publish this calendar, and to Mr David Sheehy, the diocesan archivist, for his generous assistance in the preparation of the material for publication. Dublin Diocesan Archives File 36/2: Papers of Archdeacon John Hamilton, 1839

ORDINARY 225. (1839) Printed indenture; apprenticeship of Eliza Maguire to Jane Hare, Eustace Street, to learn to be a children's maid and servant. Date: 7 August 1839. Eliza Maguire doth 226. (1839) A letter from John B. Keane, to the Committee for completing the front Portico of the Pro- Cathedral. He reports on the progress of the work on the Portico. He finds everything satisfactory with the exception of a block that is two inches short: this will be rectified. He draws attention to two other faults that need to be corrected. Date: 9 August 1839. Understanding from the 227. (1839) A long letter from C. A. O'Callaghan, Smithouse (rather illegible in parts), concerning her efforts to enter the Siena Convent, Drogheda, and her meetings with the Prioress. Date: 12 August 1839. You will excuse

228. (1839) A letter from M. Faulkner, Upper Camden Street, to Dr Hamilton. On similar lines to several previous letters from same to same. She is penniless, and very ill and asks for 3 or 4 shillings. Date: 15 August 1839. I beseech you 229. (1839) A note from W. B. Herron, Medical Hall, Sackville Street, to Dr Hamilton, asking him to help raise a sum to enable the bearer to travel to Chatham to get his pension. Mr Keogh is willing to go round and collect with Dr H. Date: 16 August 1839. If you would 230.(1839) A letter from B. Connolly, Harold's Cross, to Dr Hamilton. Further re the situation. Mr Stewart has returned and as the 50 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

239. (1839) A letter from Mr O'Connor, Sackville Street, to Dr Hamilton. He has just returned from England where he has been for seven weeks and is in extreme need and begs for some help. Date: 12 September 1839. Not being personally 240. (1839) A letter from Mr Walsh, Attorney, Abbey Street, to Dr Hamilton. He sent the Case to Mr Blackburn for an opinion: 'this was against us'. Having added further observations he sent it a second time to Mr B. with the same result. He encloses Counsel's opinion for Dr H. to see. Date: 13 September 1839.I submitted the Case 241. (1839) A note from Alex Martin, Bray, inviting Dr Hamilton to dine on Thursday when he will be in Bray for a Conference. Date: 14 September 1839. Conference will be 242. (1839) A note from T. St L... (?), Castle ... (?), to Dr Hamilton, enclosing a £5 donation for the Pro- Cathedral. Date: 14 September 1839. I had almost 243. (1839) A letter from Mrs Mary McDonnell, Rathmines, to Dr Hamilton. She has been very ill since her husband's death and is upset that Mr Redmond has been neglected by all his family. It was her husband's intention that he be looked after and she asks Dr H. to see that he is not in need. Date: 22 September 1839. I intended several 244. (1839) A letter from Mr Corr, Secretary of the Christian Doctrine Society, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing a copy of a resolution at the last meeting of the CD.S. requesting Dr H. to ask Dr M. if the Society might use the nave of the church for the children's catechism classes on Sundays. Due to increasing numbers, present accommodation is insufficient. Date: 23 September 1839. I am directed 245. (1839) A letter from Dan Curran, Dundrum, to Dr Hamilton. He is due to be ejected from his brother's place in Mayfield on 29th and has been disappointed at not getting the last £50. Dr H. knows all about the business and he asks him to do anything he can to help him. Date: 25 September 1839. I trust you 246. (1839) A letter from Hugh O'Callaghan, Landscape, Dundrum, to Dr Hamilton. He received the subscription list to the Pro-Cathedral fund. He resides in one parish and has property in two others and pays to expenses in each; he regrets, therefore, being unable to contribute as he would wish and as his respect for Dr Murray prompts him, but encloses a token subscription of £1. Date: 26 September 1839. I beg to acknowledge 247. (1839) (cf. 226 above) A letter from Mr. Keane, Engineer/Architect, to Dr. Hamilton reporting on inspection of work on the Pro-Cathedral 52 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) and granting of a certificate for same. Date: 29, Oct. 1839. Enclosed is a detailed 248. (1839) A letter from Mr Errington, Fitzwilliam Street, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing £5 for the Pro-Cathedral fund. Date: 1 October 1839. Mr Errington begs 249. (1839) A letter from Charles ffrench, Gardiner Street, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing £5 for his mother for Masses for the dead and £1 for the Pro-Cathedral fund. Date: 5 October 1839. I am deputed 250. (1839) A letter from Mr Walsh, Attorney, Abbey Street, to Dr Hamilton,enclosing Mr Pigott's opinion on the case in question; on some points Mr P.'s opinion agrees with that of Mr Blackburn, on others it differs. Date: 5 October 1839.I send enclosed 251. (1839) A letter from Haydn Corri to Dr Hamilton, with a list of expenses if the Round Room, Rotunda, were booked for a function, with comments on same. Date: 8 October 1839. The following are 252. (1839) A letter from Sylvester Redmond, East Arran Street, to Mrs Mary McDonnell (cf. 243 above). Dr Hamilton sent him the anonymous letter she received; he had nothing whatever to do with that letter and if he discovers who wrote it he will deal with him. Though he did not always agree with the late Mr McDonnell he respected him highly as a man of honour and integrity; if Mr McD. lived he is sure he would have initiated an impartial enquiry into the charges unjustly brought against the writer (S.R.). He asks Mrs McD. to inform Dr Hamilton of the contents of this letter. Delay in writing was due to his having been on business in the country, from which he has just returned. Date: 11 October 1839. The Rev. Mr Hamilton 253. (1839) A letter from John Browne, Printer, Nassau Street, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing proofs which were delayed; he explains the reason for the delay and makes suggestions. Date: l3 October 1829. I regret much 254. (1839) A letter (very long and faded in parts) from B. Murray to Dr Hamilton. Concerning a partnership in a firm between the writer and the late Mrs Murray and the moneys due to/by her; the partnership was dissolved. Sums of over £2,000 are mentioned. Evidently Dr H. had written on behalf of Mrs Murray and her children. Date: 15 October 1839. I have just 255. (1839) A letter from James Hambro, to Dr Hamilton. He received a letter from Miss Alicia Browne, mentioning his debt to her and stating that he had got no receipt for money sent her earlier that year through Dr H. Date: 16 October 1839. I am this day 53 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) he received a letter she wrote some weeks ago (cf. 227 above). She is staying where she is for the present; her health is improved. Date: 19 November 1839. I received a note 265. (1839) A letter from James Dwyer, Mountjoy Square, to Dr Hamilton, thanking him for his invitation to act as Vice-Chairman at the dinner for the Pro-Cathedral collectors, but owing to ill-health he will be unable to attend. Date: 20 November 1839. I feel much 266. (1839) A letter from Mrs Lee, Limerick, to Dr Hamilton. They had letters from John who is doing well (in Australia); she thanks Dr H. and Fr O'Connell for writing to him. One of her daughters, Christina, has been ill for three months but is now belter. Other family news. Date: 20 November 1839. We have had 267. (1839) A letter from W. Redmond, Talbot Street, to Dr Hamilton. He objects to what a collector on the church door told him repeating remarks of Dr Hamilton about him. He complains of same as a reflection upon his character. Date: 21 November 1839. The difficulty of 268. (1839) A letter from J. Ward, Meath Street, to Dr Hamilton. He served his time and pursued the currying trade for many years; now that trade is gone and there is no work; he has to support his father and his family and asks if Dr H. can find any work for him; he has a reference from a priest and will be grateful for any kind of post. Date: 23 November 1839. I have now 269. (1839) A note from M. Staunton, Collinstown, to Dr Hamilton. He was ill but got up intending to go to the dinner for the collectors this evening, but his servant who was to drive him has now taken ill and he is regrettably unable to be present. Date: 25 November 1839. I have not 270. (1839) A letter from A... (?), Summerhill, to Dr Hamilton. Sending a note he has written to Mr Dolan for Dr H.'s inspection; if he thinks the last paragraph should be deleted he is to tell him. Date: 1 December 1839. I sent with this 271. (1839) A letter from Alex Sherlock, Killaspy, Waterford, to Dr Hamilton. He has been indisposed but is now better; Mrs S. benefited greatly by their summer in Tramore; she had to walk to daily Mass there and the walk did her good. Margaret is not so well. He gives news of Lucy, Peter etc. and invites Dr H. to come visit the family. Date: 8 December 1839. I received your 272 .(1839) A letter from Lucy Sherlock (at Scully's, Tipperary) to Dr Hamilton. Describing her summer in Paris and Rome and giving 55

DUBLIN DIOCIiSAN ARCHIVIiS: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) he received a letter she wrote some weeks ago (cf. 227 above). She is staying where she is for the present; her health is improved. Date: 19 November 1839. I received a note 265. (1839) A letter from James Dwyer, Mountjoy Square, to Dr Hamilton, thanking him for his invitation to act as Vice-Chairman at the dinner for the Pro-Cathedral collectors, but owing to ill-health he will be unable to attend. Date: 20 November 1839. I feel much 266. (1839) A letter from Mrs Lee, Limerick, to Dr Hamilton. They had letters from John who is doing well (in Australia); she thanks Dr H. and Fr O'Connell for writing to him. One of her daughters, Christina, has been ill for three months but is now better. Other family news. Date: 20 November 1839. We have had 267.(1839) A letter from W. Redmond, Talbot Street, to Dr Hamilton. He objects to what a collector on the church door told him repeating remarks to Dr Hamilton about him. He complains of same as a reflection upon his character. Date: 21 November 1839 The difficulty of. 268. (1839) A letter from J. Ward, Meath Street, to Dr Hamilton. He served his time and pursued the currying trade for many years; now that trade is gone and there is no work; he has to support his father and his family and asks if Dr H. can find any work for him; he has a reference from a priest and will be grateful for any kind of post. Date: 23 November 1839. I have now 269. (1839) A note from M. Staunton, Collinstown, to Dr Hamilton. He was ill but got up intending to go to the dinner for the collectors this evening, but his servant who was to drive him has now taken ill and he is regrettably unable to be present. Date: 25 November 1839. I have not 270. (1839) A letter from A... (?), Summerhill, to Dr Hamilton. Sending a note he has written to Mr Dolan for Dr H.'s inspection; if he thinks the last paragraph should be deleted he is to tell him. Date: 1 December 1839. I sent with this 271. (1839) A letter from Alex Sherlock, Killaspy, Waterford, to Dr Hamilton. He has been indisposed but is now better; Mrs S. benefited greatly by their summer in Tramore; she had to walk to daily Mass there and the walk did her good. Margaret is not so well. He gives news of Lucy, Peter etc. and invites Dr H. to come visit the family. Date: 8 December 1839. I received your 272.(1839) A letter from Lucy Sherlock (at Scully's, Tipperary) to Dr Hamilton. Describing her summer in Paris and Rome and giving ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM various items of family news. Date: 11 December 1839. Your kindness and 273. (1839) A letter from John Greene, Kingstown, to Dr Hamilton, re the burial of his brother's coffin in the vaults of the Pro-Cathedral. He is quite happy about the arrangement and thanks Dr Murray and Dr H. Date: 17 December 1839. I thank you 274. (1839) A letter from Mr Connor re a debt and the welfare of a child. 56 Castle Street. Date: 18 December 1839. Mr Connor begs 275. (1839) A letter from Daniel Curran, Dundrum, agreeing to accept six hundred pounds in lieu of his claim on the Pro- Cathedral. Date: 18 December 1839. I will agree 276. (1839) A letter from John and Hannah Kelly, Lower Gardiner Street, Dublin, enclosing a donation of fifty pounds for the poor. Date: 19 December 1839. May I beg 277. (1839) A letter from "a Roman Catholic', Dublin, to the clerk of the Pro-Cathedral re arrangements for egress from St Mary's after High Mass. Date: 23 December 1839. As Clerk of 278.(1839) A letter from Charlotte Agnes O'Callaghan, Smithstown, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing a subscription to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith and moneys owed for Mass offerings. Also discusses a dispute with some nuns. Date: 27 December is 1839. I enclose one 279. (1839) A letter from Lucy M. Sherlock, Tipperary, to Dr Hamilton. Discusses her travels to Bristol and Paris. Date: 11 December 1839. Your kindest and 280. (1839) Specification for the organ to be built for the Church of the Conception, Dublin. 281. (1839) General report on the state of education in District No. 20 comprising parts of Counties Cork, Walerford and Tipperary, by John Dec. Superintendent. 7 pp. 282. (1839) John O'Callaghan, London, to Charlotte O'Callaghan, re dispute with nuns (see 278 above). I was disappointed 56 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

Dublin Diocesan Archives File 36/3: Papers of Archdeacon John Hamilton, 1840 MORE- IMPORTANT 1. (1840) A letter from J. Cash/West (?), House of Commons, to Dr Hamilton, authorising Michael ... to pay £10 for him, a subscription to the Pro-Cathedral building fund. Date: 5 February 1840. It has long 2. (1840) A letter from Captain Romilly, Dublin Castle, to Dr Hamilton, asking for one of Fr Mathew's Temperance medallions, one which he can rely upon as being the correct one. Date: 1 April 1840. Captain Romilly presents 3. (1840) A letter from Captain Romilly, Dublin Castle, to one Blake; the Lord Lieutenant wishes to see Fr Mathew at 5 p.m. this evening if that can be arranged and if the time suits Fr M. Captain R. is himself going to the sermon but he does not know Dr Hamilton. Date: 1840. His Excellency desires

IRISH BISHOPS (First folder. See no. 15 below and ff. for Folder 2) 4. (1840) A letter from Dr George Browne, Galway, to Dr Hamilton. Fr Mathew has promised to preach the annual sermon for the poor children of the Presentation Convent, about the end of March and the following day he will 'labour in his own vocation'. Date: 31 January 1840. I received your 5. (1840) A letter from Dr Blake, Dromore, to Dr Hamilton. From Newry. He sent the query sheets to all the parish priests but, for some inexplicable reason, has not yet received replies. He may receive them at the meeting of his clergy on Low Sunday. He has already sent on the few he received and now encloses another three (not here) and a letter from a Fr Sharkey. He wishes this last to be shown to Dr Murray as he thinks that the sentiments expressed may be shared by priests who have not yet sent the query sheets. He thinks it right that the bishops should contribute, each in proportion to the number of parishes in his diocese and his income from these. He himself will contribute, but cannot do so until after Easter. Date: 6 March 1840. I have waited 6. (1840) (enclosed in preceding) A letter from Fr Sharkey, P.P., Ballinahinch, to Dr Blake. He encloses the completed query sheet; he thinks the questions were inadequately framed. He objects to the mode of applying the new National Education system and lists the dangers to children in his diocese. He is surprised at the Bishops on Board approving of some text-books. He also condemns Rev T. 57 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

O'Meally's scheme and wonders he was not ashamed to make such suggestions as he did in that scheme. Date: 1 March 1840. I had the honour 7. (1840) A letter from Dr Murphy, Cork, to Dr Hamilton. Some of his priests, to whom he sent query sheets, informed him that they have no N. Schools in their parishes. He will send the others' replies when he gets them. Dr Crotty is tardy in collecting his but has promised to send them soon. Date: 6 March 1840. I have written to 8. (1840) A letter from Dr Kinsella, Ossory, to Dr Hamilton. From Kilkenny. Only three Ossory priests answered Dr Meyler's queries satisfactorily, so he sent the query sheets to these three; none has answered which indicates that they 'wish to remain silent rather than give me offence'. In any case their replies would not have helped at Rome. But there are few N. Schools in his diocese so, although Dr Kinsella supports the cause, his support is disinterested and insignificant. Date: 7 March 1840. There are but 9. (1840) A letter from Dr Denvir, Down and Conor, to Dr Hamilton. From Belfast. He spoke to Mrs Dowdall about the two girls from the orphanage; she would prefer to take the younger and will treat her kindly; Mrs D. thinks that for some time board and clothing should be sufficient remuneration. He asks Dr H. to state the day on which the steam boat will bring the girl to Belfast. Mrs D. will call to the boat office and pay fare and other expenses when she knows the dale of sailing. He gives her address. He cites an article in The Vindicator; he will send on a copy. When news from our deputies in Rome (Drs Ennis and Meagher) comes he hopes to hear the same, but the arrival of the 'adverse deputy' in Rome means that that deputy possesses more cunning than most people are aware of. Date: 9 March 1840. On my arrival 10. (1840) A letter from Dr Higgins, Ardagh, to Dr Hamilton. From Ballymahon. Inviting him to the laying of the foundation stone of the Cathedral in Longford and to dinner on three evenings in connection with same. Date: 1 May 1840. I have fixed 11. (1840) A letter from Dr Kinsella, Ossory, to Dr Hamilton, from Kilkenny. He sends the declaration with some alterations, perhaps improvements, by Dr Slattery and himself. He will not know what the other Suffragans are doing until Monday. He thinks that a unanimous declaration from the Chapter and clergy of Dublin Archdiocese supporting Dr Murray would be appropriate and useful, he asks for papers needed to establish the Propagation of the faith in his diocese. Date: 22 May 1840.1 send the 58 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

12. (1840) A letter from Dr Haly, Kildare and Leighlin, to Dr Hamilton. From Carlow. He asks to have his name affixed to the Declaration stating that the charges against Dr Murray are most false and calumnious. ‘Why, the Tories themselves, in all their wickedness could not give circulation to anything so unchristian ... Heaven forgive the authors of it.' Date: 23 May 1840. Will you have 13. (1840) A letter from Dr James Browne, Kilmore, to Dr Hamilton. From Cootehill. Asking him to forward a letter to Dr Cullen in Rome. Date: 4 September 1840. I beg to 14. (1840) A letter from Dr Kinsella, Ossory, to Dr Hamilton. From Kilkenny. Asking to have enclosed letter sent to Dr Murray. Date: 30 October 1840. Dr Kinsella will Note: Another folder entitled No. 2 Irish Bishops for 1840 contains the following all from Irish Bishops. 15. (1840) A letter from Dr James Browne, Kilmore, to Dr Hamilton. From Cootehill. He had a letter from Dr Ennis in Rome which he encloses for Dr Murray to see. Things seem to be going on well; he hopes some plan may be devised which will devolve the responsibility now borne by Dr Murray alone, to be shared by all. Date: 18 January 1840. This morning I 16. (1840) A letter from Dr Murphy, Cork, to Dr Hamilton. He got the returns from the parish priests. One, that of the P.P. of Courcies and Kinsale, is unbecoming and Dr M. noted that in his letter to the Pope. There are at least a dozen National Schools in Cork diocese. Date: 26 February 1840. The returns of 17. (1840) A letter from Dr Blake, Dromore, to Dr Hamilton. From Newry. Only ten parishes of the seventeen in his diocese sent back the questionnaire. He gives the probable explanation why all did not reply, but he is certain that all his parish priests approve of the N. System of Education. Rostrevor P.P., however, is an exception, but he is an optimist on this subject. Dr B. will forward another parcel with the forms authenticated by himself, as requested. Date: 26 February 1840. The parcel 18. (1840) A letter from Dr Kinsella, Bishop of Ossory, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing three returns authenticated by himself. Date: 26 February 1840. Enclosed I send 19. (1839) A letter from Dr Kiernan, Clogher, to Dr Hamilton. From Carrickmacross. He sends a parcel of returns, duly authenticated by himself as requested. Date: 26 February 1840. I forward to you 59 ARCH1VIUM HIBERN1CUM

20.(1840) A letter from Dr Haly, Kildare and Leighlin, to Dr Hamilton. From Carlow. He sends the returns, authenticated by himself as Dr Murray directed, and asks for a dozen further query sheets for the convents. Date: 26 February 1840. The queries are 21. (1840) A letter from Dr James Browne, Kilmore, to Dr Hamilton. From Cootehill. Sending authenticated query sheets. He is sure that the Pope will be satisfied when he sees that so many Irish priests are in favour of the N. Education System. He praises Dr H.'s work in the matter. Date: 27 February 1840. I have added this 22. (1840) A letter from Dr Crotty, Cloyne, to Dr Hamilton. From Cove. Sending the papers, one authenticated. He draws attention to the fact that one parish has been duplicated. Date: 27 February 1840. With this you 23. (1840) A letter from Dr Blake, Dromore, to Dr Hamilton. From Newry. He encloses a letter from his Vicar-General, with answers to the queries; he fears this is now too late for Rome but forwards it anyway, asks for it to be shown to Dr Murray and one observation, re a teacher, noted. Date: 14 March 1840. The enclosed letter 24. (1840) (enclosed in preceding) A letter from Fr H. McConville, P.P., Dromore, to Dr Blake. He explains delay in forwarding the returns; his teacher ill with a cold, has - according to the doctor-lung trouble; he asks for an assistant for a month. He has doubts about the rules for employing and dismissing teachers and cites a case in a parish where a Catholic perverted to obtain a post in a N. School; the appointing Committee and the children are almost all Protestant. Date: 13 March 1840. The enclosed query 25. (1840) A letter from Dr Haly, Kildare and Leighlin, to Dr Hamilton. From Carlow. Re a marriage dispensation; he appends same (in Latin). Dale: 23 March 1840. The effects of 26. (1840) (enclosed in preceding). A letter from Dr Murray re the matrimonial case; he describes the circumstances under which he granted the dispensation. Date: 23 March 1840. The particulars of 27.(1840) A letter from Dr McGettigan, Letterkenny, to Dr Hamilton, sending £10. He had no money since he returned from Dublin until yesterday. Date: 1 May 1840. I send you

NON-IRISH BISHOPS 28.(1840) A letter from Dr Walsh, Wolverhampton, to Dr Hamilton. Fr McDonnell, of Birmingham, forwarded to Dr W. Dr H.'s letter re the education of a young man, James Finnerty. He regrets to 60 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) inform him that there are no free places at Bath for ecclesiastical students and Mr F. could not be received there without paying a considerable pension. Date: 2 July 1840. The Revd J. McDonnell 29. (1840) A letter from Dr Smith, Port of Spain, to Dr Hamilton. He deferred replying to the application Dr H. made to him before he left Dublin; under the circumstances he could not encourage the young man in question to come out. Miss Nolan died holily, as she had lived. The other two, Miss White and Miss Conway, are doing well. The Governor was sick all last year and did nothing for the convent. 'As I anticipated, they have much repugnance to becoming Frenchified. 'The two (all the ladies are nuns) who came lately are gone on to Martinique to found a monastery; if they do not have true vocations and if they continue to dislike French customs and manners the expense of sending them back home will be great. He is sorry his own plan was not followed, as he has doubts about the vocations of some who came. The Government is helping him to found Catholic schools. Date: 29 July 1840. I have deferred

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30. (1840) A reply from Fr Mathew to a letter of Dr Hamilton, requesting him to preach the annual charity sermon for North William Street orphanage; his delay in replying arose because the letter followed him from Kilkenny to other places. He gives a list of his engagements for some months ahead, with several sermons for poor schools in Cork, Galway etc.; that leaves no time for a sermon this coming Lent, but perhaps later in the year. He hopes when he comes to Dublin that he will be allowed to administer the Total Abstinence Pledge. Date: 21 January 1840. (From Cork.) I was in Kilkenny 31. (1840) He was away (same to same) from Cork for some days and when he returned there was a vast pile of letters to attend to, hence his delay in replying. He has promised the Bishop of Galway without fail to preach for the Presentation nuns' school and again during the Assizes; he does not know when the latter is to take place. All he can promise is that if he does not preach for Dr H. neither will he preach for any other charity. At the moment he has lost his voice from constant preaching. Date: 28 January 1840. On my return 32. (1840) Same to same. He finally arranges to preach on the fourth Sunday of Lent for Dr H.'s orphanage. Date: 9 February 1840. I am greatly ashamed 33. (1840) Same to same. He promises to preach on 15 November. Date: 18 August 1840. You have had 61 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

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34. (1840) A letter from Fr Dungan, Blanchardstown, to Dr Hamilton. Fr Aylward called on him and said that Dr H. would try and obtain leave for him to celebrate provided that Fr D. approved. Fr D. approves because of Fr A.'s long perseverance, patience and resignation, and will be present at Fr A.'s Masses until he is capable of continuing alone. Date: New Year 1840. The bearer, Revd. 35. (1840) A letter from Fr Woods (Pro-Cathedral), to Dr Hamilton. From Cappoquin. He wanted to sec Dr H. before he left but was unable to. He did not engage any preacher for the parochial sermon but suggests two, one attractive, the other recently made a Canon. He asks Dr H. to arrange the matter for him. Date: 23 January 1840. I was most 36. (1840) A letter from Fr Michael ... (?), ... (?), Limerick, to Dr Hamilton. He explains why he delayed answering. He passes on Dr H.'s enquiry about the girl in the Magdalen Asylum to the Matron. He encloses £2 to be given to the secretary of the Anglo-Irish Mining Company. Date: 25 January 1840. Allow me even 37. (1840) A note by Dr Meyler, Westland Row, appended to a resolution passed at a committee meeting of the Catholic Library. He regrets the passing of the resolution, i.e. 'that Mr Lynch be allowed to remove the books from Meath Street to Exchange Street Library rooms'. Date: 5 February 1840. At a meeting in pursuance of 38.(1840) A letter from Fr Fogarty, P.P., Lismore, to Dr Hamilton (to Fr Woods?) (very illegible). Concerning an organ for which he paid £100 but could not take delivery of as the church it was to serve (Dungarvan) was unfinished and in bad repair. Dr Yore offered to take it temporarily but, though he has now written three times to Dr Y. asking if he was inclined to keep it, he got no reply. He asks Dr H. to enquire re the matter. Date: 16 February 1840. I take leisure 39. (1840) A query sheet re National Schools filled in by Fr Long, P.P., of a Kerry parish. Date: 26 February 1840. (Authenticated by Dr Egan, Bishop of Kerry. Date: 26 February 1840.) What number of 40. (1840) A letter from Fr Fogarty, P.P., Lismore, to Dr Hamilton (cf. 38 above). He wrote to Fr Woods a few days ago. A friend of Fr W. living near Fr F. informed him yesterday that Fr W. was seriously ill. He is very sorry to hear this and trusts that the patient is recovering; if Dr H. can find the letter Fr F would be obliged if he could deal with its contents. Date: 24 February 1840. I had the 62

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41.(1840) A letter from Fr Kelly, Lucan, to Dr Hamilton, asking him to give the bearer a copy of Dr Murray's Lenten Pastoral. Date: 29 February 1840. I shall feel 42.(1840) A letter from P.W. (Fr Woods), to Dr Hamilton. From Amiens. He arrived there yesterday. The Superior, Pere Solante, received him well. The cold is unknown, the diet is indifferent. He began the Exercises (Retreat) but was given leave to write. The Jesuits are all leaving the house to preach Lenten retreats. One asked for Fr Kenny. He avoided all company in London and Paris; it was carnival time in Paris and the city groaned with visitors; he had difficulty in getting accommodation. Things were twice as dear there as in summer; he misses Fr Laphen's help; not knowing what he is to pay in Amiens he is a bit worried as already he has spent a fifth of what he brought with him. They (priests in Marlboro' Street) need not expect to hear from Pere Guides but Dr H. can write to Fr W. or Pere Solante if there is anything of note to transmit. Date: 6 March 1840 (St-Acheul, Amiens). Date: 6 March 1840. Arrived here yesterday 43. (1840) A letter from Pere Guides, S.J., in Paris, to Dr Hamilton (in French). He received Dr H.'s two letters and Fr Woods arrived before the writer left Amiens. They received him warmly and are doing all they can for him and they think he is quite happy to be with them. Anything they can do to be of service to Dr Murray they will gladly do. Fr Woods will do the full Exercises of St Ignatius and afterwards he can see what is best for him to do in the future. He sends his best respects to the Archbishop and to Dr H. Date: 8 March 1840. J 'ai recu vos 44. (1840) A letter from Fr Sheehan, Youghal, to Dr Hamilton. He asks Dr H. to help him obtain an increase of salary for the four masters in the National Schools where there are 357 pupils and the teachers are entitled to an increase. They have a large school for girls run by the nuns for which the Board of Education pay nothing and which the people subscribe for themselves. His four masters should get £150, according to what he hears masters get in other schools in the diocese; he asks Dr H. to intercede with Dr Murray who may, as a Commissioner, be able to influence the Board. Date: 9 March 1840. I beg your 45. (1840) A very long letter from Fr Woods, in the Jesuit retreat house, Amiens, to Dr Hamilton. He describes in detail his retreat, which surpasses any other he had ever done. He is finishing the second week and will not finish until Passion Sunday. He does not wish to return to Ireland or the Pro-Cathedral but will go wherever the Archbishop says, even Van Diemen's land. The Jesuit provincial suggested that he might teach English in one of their colleges. 63 AKCHIV1UM HIBERNICUM

When the retreat ends he certainly cannot stay on in Amiens which is a novitiate etc. He is sorry for all the trouble he caused Dr Murray. He is profiling greatly by the retreat. Date: 19 March 1840. I had just 46. (1840) (enclosed with preceding) A letter from Pere Solente, Superior, Amiens, to Dr Hamilton. He records how Fr Woods is getting on. Finds him good-hearted 'upright, full of good will but of weak and vacillating character'; on completion of the 30-day retreat he has been advised to make, Pere S. thinks he should spend six months in solitude, dividing his time between prayer, reflection and some exercise of his ministry at the weekends; this last could easily be arranged as there is a factory nearby where several of the employees are Irish and Scottish, both men and women; the writer would accompany him there and back. Dr H. might put this proposal to Fr Woods, perhaps, better than Pere S. could; whatever is decided Perc S. will comply with the arrangement. Date: 19 March 1840. J 'at recu hier 47. (1840) A letter from Fr Henry Young, Baldoyle, to Dr Hamilton. He found on calling at Bridge Street that his annual subscription to Dr H.'s orphanage was not collected. He asked to have it collected now and dated for January as he does not wish it listed when Fr Mathew preaches in aid of the hospital and the big collection is made next Sunday. Date: 23 March 1840. At an inconvenient 48.(1840) A letter from Fr James Young, Howth, to Dr Hamilton. He asks Dr H. to obtain a general permission for him to absolve in certain reserved cases. He hopes that Fr Mathew's sermon will bring in much money for the orphanage and he encloses 5/- for Mary Wynne. Date: 24 March 1840. I will thank you 49. (1840) A letter from Fr Murphy, Harolds Cross, to Dr Hamilton. Because of the action brought against Mr Cassidy and his inability to meet the demands, a few friends had organised a fund to help him meet the heavy costs; Fr M. asks Dr H. and the priests in Marlboro' Street to help. Date: 28 March 1840. In consequence of 50. (1840) A letter from Fr F Bell, to Dr Hamilton, informing him that he is not well and will be unable to preach on Sunday. He apologises for the inconvenience caused. Date: 1 April 1840. I called over 51.(1840) A letter from Fr Henry Young, in Maynooth, to Dr Hamilton. Afurther reminder not to have his £5 donation listed in the collection. When passing through town on his way to Maynooth convent he got a glimpse of Fr Mathew administering the pledge to great crowds at the Custom House; he was most edified and praised Fr Mathew. Date: 1 April 1840. When I met you 64 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

52.(1840) A letter from Fr A. Wall, Cure of a parish in rural France. From Sanbeaujean. Dr H. will be surprised to hear that Fr W. is returning to Ireland to end his days there. He has been ill for four or five months and his parish weakened as all the crops were destroyed and there is no hope of recovery of the losses for at least two years. All this and fear of dying alone there, and the wish to provide for his mother and brother, decided him to return to Ireland. The Paris government offered him a post as confessor and semi-Professor of English to the Royal College of Paris, but he is not inclined to accept that. He sends Dr H. a gift of a cloth-of-gold stole and asks him to help find a situation for his brother. Date: 5 April 1840. You will no 53.(1840) A letter from Pere Solente, S.J., Amiens, to Dr Hamilton. Further re Fr Woods. He received Dr H.'s letter and the enclosed one which he gave to Fr W. All had been prepared for the departure at 6 tomorrow, carriage etc. was ordered and paid for. He informed Mr W. of Dr Murray's plan for Fr W. for the next six months (same as in 46 above) but Fr W. seems to think six months too long; he said that having thought he would be in France for one month only he had not sufficient clothes, linen etc. with him; his head was somewhat tired and he found himself so isolated that he feared it was bad for him. He thought by staying away a long time his reputation and his ministry would suffer. Pere S. is, therefore, letting him return home tomorrow and advises that he be received kindly. He wishes to attest that Fr W, did the Exercises during one month with much fervour and piety. Fr W. mentioned that he would like to go stay a while with one of his sisters in the country, but it might be better if he were with some confrere who could keep an eye on him and sustain him, helping him to maintain the good dispositions he had shown in Amiens. Whenever he wishes, he will be welcome back in Amiens where there will always be a welcome for him and where the Fathers wish to do any favour they can to Dr Murray. Date: 5 April 1840. Je recois a l'instant 54. (1840) A letter from Fr Woods in Amiens, to Dr Hamilton. Dr H.'s last letter has upset him; he was ready to leave when it came. Now he is 'completely unhinged' and miserable. He describes in detail, the restraints he is under; he will die if not allowed to leave soon. Date: Passion Sunday 1840. Your first note 55. (1840) A letter from Fr Morgan O'Brien, Donaghmore, to Dr Hamilton. The reply from the Education Board regarding his query about a grant to build schools was delayed, also Dr H.'s letter to him. He spoke to Dr Crotty (Cloyne) re the deputation to Rome and was told that Dr C. was sending a letter himself to Rome on the question of the National Education System. People in the south are annoyed and scandalised at the present controversy over 65 ARCHIV1UM HIBERNICUM

Education and some fear it will create a schism in the Church in this country. He wrote to Dr Murray complaining of how the Board had treated him; he had been writing to them re his schools for four years and got no reply. If this continues he will join those against the N. Education System. Perhaps they regard him as a mere cure de campagne, but he could render them unpopular throughout most of County Cork. He asks Dr H. to see Dr Murray immediately on his behalf; if nothing is done by the Board for his poor parishioners he will take the matter to the House of Commons, etc. etc. Date: 8 April 1840. I am really 56. (1840) A note listing five subscriptions of one guinea each from Fr Stennet, P.P., Delgany and Kilquade, to Dr Murray, for five diocesan projects. Date: Easter, April 1840. To the Archbishop 57.(1840) A note signed by four priests from Bridge Street Chapel, to Dr Hamilton, reminding him that they are due to be paid the annual subscription (£1 from each Dublin parish) for their ministry in the Mendicity Institute. Date: 18 April 1840. You will be 58. (1840) A letter from Dr McSweeney, Irish College, Paris, to Dr Hamilton. He returns the documents relative to the late Dr Walsh's bequest to the Diocese of Dublin. He wrote Dr H. five or six weeks ago about his successful application to the ecclesiastical authorities in Paris re Dr Murray's diocesan fund. He wonders why Dr H. has not replied. Date: 19 April 1840. I profit of the 59. (1840) A letter from Fr Murphy, Bridge Street Chapel, to Dr Hamilton. He and the three other curates in Bridge Street (cf. 57 above) complain that Fr O'Connell, SS Michael and John's, refuses to pay them their chaplaincy fees because of a dispute between him and Fr Monks re a marriage fee. They quote Canon Law to prove that his claim to the marriage fee is wrong, but in any case that does not justify him retaining their salaries (cf. 75 below, a copy of this enclosed here). Date: 25 April 1840. Permit me through 60.(1840) A note from John Doyle, James's Street Chapel House, to Dr Hamilton. He received Dr H.'s letter but there was no enclosure in it. He will search the Register and send Dr H. the result. Date: 29 May 1840. I received your 61.(1840) A letter from Fr J. Cainen, P.P., Maynooth, to Dr Hamilton. He received Dr H.'s and Haydn Corri's letters. So many calls have been made on his parishioners this year that he cannot possibly ask them for a subscription for the Pro-Cathedral. As regards Haydn Corri's request, the students of Maynooth supply the choir and the parish could not afford another choir-master and organist at £20 a year. Date: 29 May 1840. I hasten to 66 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

62.(1840) A letter from Fr Peter Brennan, Great Charles Street, to Dr Hamilton, re a difficulty about chaplaincies in Stanhope Street and Grangegorman. His health is poor, but he wishes to be allowed £30 annually of the £120 paid for the duties of these chaplaincies; which are carried out by the Church Street Capuchins. He asks that Dr M. be asked to make some equitable arrangement. Date: 31 May 1840. The revd Mr 63.(1840) A letter from Fr Taylor, Carlow College, to Dr Hamilton. They were sorry to hear that Dr Murray is ill and hope it is nothing serious. They have two young men at present most suitable for the Archdiocese if Dr M. has any places to fill. If Dr M. is still ill he is not to be troubled re this matter. Date: 1 June 1840. By your letter 64. (1840) A letter from Fr James Young, Howth, to Dr Hamilton. He wrote to Dr Young some days ago enquiring about faculties - to know if they were required in certain cases but got no reply. He also wants to know from Dr Yore whether it would be prudent for him to take the Temperance Pledge (Fr Mathews's or not). He invites Dr H. to dinner. Date: 12 June 1840. I write a few 65.(1840) A letter from Dr James Browne, Kilmore, to Dr Hamilton. He defends Dr Murray from a charge of nepotism, instancing a case where he asked Dr M. to obtain a favour for a relative of the Murray family and was refused. Date: 12 June 1840. It is really 66.(1840) A letter from Fr O'Halloran, Irish College, Paris, to Dr Hamilton, telling him that their mutual friend, Fr Wall of Beaujean (cf. 52 above) has left for the colonies. His parish could no longer support him and there was no post for him in Paris; he was advised that he could support his mother and brother more effectively by going to the colonies. He was sad leaving France after so many years there, and for not being able to visit Ireland. His belongings were sold and realised £10 which Fr O'H. forwards to Dr H. to give to Fr W.'s mother. Date: 19 June 1840. It is with 67.(1840) A letter from Fr Dunne, Saggard, to Dr Hamilton, inviting him to dinner when Dr Murray comes to Saggard for Confirmation Tuesday 23rd. Date: 20 June 1840. I took a turn 68.(1840) A note from P.J.D., to Dr Hamilton, stating where the entry re a marriage might be found in Register; if it is not there the parties and witnesses should call to the writer who thinks that he can fix up matters satisfactorily for them. Dale: 21 June 1840. The marriage of 69.(1840) A letter from Fr James Young, Howth, to Dr Hamilton. A further enquiry regarding 64 above; also a query re the validity of a 67 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

77.(1840) A letter from Fr John Gough, Rush, to Dr Hamilton. Re a couple from Rush who got one of the Pro- Cathedral priests to marry them; the woman's husband, a sailor, was last heard of in Quebec; one rumour says he is alive, another that he was lost in a shipwreck. Dr H. is asked to consult the Archbishop about the case. Date: 10 August 1840. I understand that 78.(1840) A letter from Fr Wm. Young, in Penzance, Cornwall, to Mr Rd.Coyne, bookseller and printer, describing the great poverty of his mission and the scope there is for conversions and instruction if he only had some books. He lists suitable books and asks could any reduction in price be made in his case. His brother, Sylvester, if approached, may give £10. Date: 11 August 1840. I am here almost 79. (1840) A letter from Mr P. Doyle, Great Charles Street, to Dr Hamilton, recommending a widow for the widows' home. One of her sons ruined her business, she was once comfortably off but is now in great need. Date: 29 August 1840. As I understand 80.(1840) A letter from J. Farrell, Lusk, to Dr Hamilton (cf. 74 above). Since his excursion to Bettyville he hasn't lost sight of its object and repeatedly called on Mr B. and reminded him of Dr H.'s claims; he will go again before B. leaves for France and cites the example of his (B.'s) niece. Date: 4 September 1840. In answer to 81.(1840) A letter from Fr John Murphy, giving a retreat to the nuns in William Street, to Dr Hamilton. Because he is engaged in William Street he cannot himself approach the Archbishop, so asks Dr H. to do so instead. He wishes to present Mr Buckley, who was educated by the Jesuits but who wishes to become a secular priest, to Dr Murray. Date: 9 September 1840. I would perform 82.(1840) A letter from Fr Morgan O'Brien, to Dr Hamilton. From Donaghmore, Co. Cork. He hopes they may meet again before they die. He now owns an estate for which he gave £9250 but is himself penniless and cannot even buy clothes. Date: 19 September 1840. After so many 83.(1840) A letter from Fr Cooper, Pro-Cathedral, staying at a hotel in London, to Dr Hamilton. He was disappointed not to have seen Dr H. before leaving Dublin but expects a long letter from him when he arrives in Paris. He describes the new buildings etc. at British Museum and the accumulation of Egyptian antiques etc. Dr Griffith received him well but he met with rudeness when he presented himself at a church (at the appointed time and with authorisation papers etc. in order) to say Mass. He was refused permission. Fr Miley preached on Tuesday but is not to be told 69 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

77.(1840) A letter from Fr John Gough, Rush, to Dr Hamilton. Re a couple from Rush who got one of the Pro- Cathedral priests to marry them; the woman's husband, a sailor, was last heard of in Quebec; one rumour says he is alive, another that he was lost in a shipwreck. Dr H. is asked to consult the Archbishop about the case. Date: 10 August 1840. I understand that 78.(1840) A letter from Fr Wm. Young, in Penzance, Cornwall, to Mr Rd.Coyne, bookseller and printer, describing the great poverty of his mission and the scope there is for conversions and instruction if he only had some books. He lists suitable books and asks could any reduction in price be made in his case. His brother, Sylvester, if approached, may give £10. Date: 11 August 1840. I am here almost 79. (1840) A letter from Mr P. Doyle, Great Charles Street, to Dr Hamilton, recommending a widow for the widows' home. One of her sons ruined her business, she was once comfortably off but is now in great need. Date: 29 August 1840. As I understand 80.(1840) A letter from J. Farrell, Lusk, to Dr Hamilton (cf. 74 above). Since his excursion to Bettyville he hasn't lost sight of its object and repeatedly called on Mr B. and reminded him of Dr H.'s claims; he will go again before B. leaves for France and cites the example of his (B.'s) niece. Date: 4 September 1840. In answer to 81.(1840) A letter from Fr John Murphy, giving a retreat to the nuns in William Street, to Dr Hamilton. Because he is engaged in William Street he cannot himself approach the Archbishop, so asks Dr H. to do so instead. He wishes to present Mr Buckley, who was educated by the Jesuits but who wishes to become a secular priest, to Dr Murray. Date: 9 September 1840. I would perform 82.(1840) A letter from Fr Morgan O'Brien, to Dr Hamilton. From Donaghmore, Co. Cork. He hopes they may meet again before they die. He now owns an estate for which he gave £9250 but is himself penniless and cannot even buy clothes. Date: 19 September 1840. After so many 83.(1840) A letter from Fr Cooper, Pro-Cathedral, staying at a hotel in London, to Dr Hamilton. He was disappointed not to have seen Dr H. before leaving Dublin but expects a long letter from him when he arrives in Paris. He describes the new buildings etc. at British Museum and the accumulation of Egyptian antiques etc. Dr Griffith received him well but he met with rudeness when he presented himself at a church (at the appointed time and with authorisation papers etc. in order) to say Mass. He was refused permission. Fr Miley preached on Tuesday but is not to be told 69 ARCHIVIUM H1BERNICUM this. He sends good wishes to all. Date: 22 September 1840. You were a 84.(1840) A letter (in Greek and Latin) from John Carberry, Tullow, Co.Carlow, to Dean Hamilton. A clarification of some Patristic Greek texts; letter concludes with a request that Dr H. request Dr Murray to use his favour with the Board of Education for Mr C. who wishes to obtain a post as Inspector or Superintendent under the Board. Mr Sadlier has also spoken in favour of Mr C. Date: 24 September 1840. 85.(1840) A letter from Fr Murphy, Bridge Street Chapel, to Dean Hamilton. Dr Meyler requests Dean H. to ask Rev. Fr Young, now at Mountjoy Place, to meet the Council on Monday relative to what Fr M. has told Dr H. today. Date: 19 September 1840. Dr. Meyler requests 86.(1840) A letter from Edmund O'Reilly, Maynooth College, to Dean Hamilton. He asks if he gave Dean H. a small silver crucifix given him by someone in Rome a long time ago to lake to him. He has now discovered such a crucifix and cannot remember whether this one was for another person. Date: 20 September 1840. You would oblige 87.(1840) A letter from Fr Cooper, now in Paris, to Dean Hamilton. A French priest asked him for a letter of introduction for a young French girl going to live with Lord Donoughmore's family and be educated with his daughter. Fr C. asks Dean H. to provide such a letter. She is a Catholic while Lord D. and his family are Protestant, so her people are anxious that she be put in touch with a Dublin clergyman before going to Ireland. He is disappointed in not having been able to meet William Meyler; he leaves from Dijon en route to Rome on Wednesday. He heard that Mr Woods had been seen in Paris but has not met him. He did meet Mr Farrell, and Mr Lentaigne and others. He sends greetings. Date: 6 October 1840. One of the 88.(1840) A letter in French, from M. Benoit (?), father of the girl going to Dublin (cf. preceding). He thanks Dean Hamilton for promising to look after her. She will leave from Le Havre by steamship for Dublin. Date: 12 October 1840. Permettez moi priere 89.(1840) A letter from Fr Lawler, Athy, to Dean Hamilton. He received the notice that Fr Colgan was to succeed d Fr Murphy as a curate in Athy. Being 'well aware of Fr C.'s peculiarity' Fr L. begs the Archbishop not to inflict this chastisement upon him. 'I am thronged here with clerics - not fewer than seven in number.' He asks Dean H. to convey his objections to Dr Murray and asks if Fr 70 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

Gaffney could change date of sermon he is to preach. Date: 18 October 1840. I have just 90.(1840) A letter from Fr Smith (?), Sandyford, to Dean Hamilton (very faded ink, illegible). Concerning possible changes in the parish involving Fathers Murphy and O'Sullivan. He mentions a recent change. Date: 24 October 1840. I feel 91.(1840) A letter, in French, from Fr McHugh, Kinsealy, to Dean Hamilton, introducing the bearer, Jacques Faughnan of Mr Geraghty's parish in Ardagh diocese, who is a respectful man and asking Dean H. to do all he can for him. Date: 9 November 1840. Le jeune homme 92. (1840) A letter from Fr Fennelly, Maynooth College, to Dean Hamilton. Mr Cavanagh, late Maynooth, now St- Sulpice, will be ordained 19 December; he asked Fr F to thank Dr H. for all his kindness to him. M. Trevaux is no longer Vicar-General (of Paris?). Date: 18 November 1840. In a letter 93.(1840) A letter from Fr Hyland, Dunlavin, to Dean Hamilton. He thanks him for his kindness towards his nephew but regrets that so far no suitable vacancy had occurred; he asks Dean H. to inform him of the uses to which his nephew's services might be put. Date: 15 November 1840. I am much 94.(1840) A letter from Fr L. Dunne, Castledermot, to Dean Hamilton. He has just heard of Fr Stennet's death and while not wishing to interfere in appointments he feels he must recommend Fr Smithwick for the vacancy. He has served for fourteen years and is an excellent priest. Fr D.'s horse slipped on the ice today and, as a result, he himself has a swollen instep. Date: 29 December 1840. I have just 95.(1840) A letter from Fr Edmund O'Reilly, Castle Bagot, to Dean Hamilton. He asks him to obtain two dispensations from vows (not reserved vows) from Dr Murray for two different penitents. Date: 31 December 1840. You would oblige 96.(1840) A letter from Fr Doyle, Great Charles Street, to Dean Hamilton. He spoke yesterday to the priest they mentioned when conversing about the vacant parishes, asking how he felt about accepting either. He said he would leave the affair entirely in Dr Murray's hands. Date: 31 December 1840. I have just 97.(1840) A note from Dr Yore to Dean Hamilton: 'There will be crumbs ofcomfort for Chickens of Salvation distributed tomorrow at 5 at Kingstown by Yours Sincerely Wm. Yore.' Date: 30 (December?) 1840. There will be 71 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM 98. (1840) A letter from Fr John Gough, Rush, to Dean Hamilton, asking if Mr Shanley has faculties to hear confessions; his own scruples on that matter arise from Fr Fogarty's death; this gives Dean H. an opportunity of mentioning Fr G.'s name to the Council; on account of his poor health he would like a change of parish. Date: 29 December 1840 I have taken 99. (1840) A letter from Fr Dungan, Blanchardstown, to Dean Hamilton. The bearer, Fr Aylward of the writer's parish, had been a curate there for 14 or 15 years; since he left there he has been in a mental home but was discharged a few years ago; as he was given no employment since he depends solely on charity; if he had permission even to say Mass he would be satisfied. Dean H. is asked to obtain this privilege for him. Date: 30 December 1840. May I beg to 100. (1840) A letter from Peter Purccll, Kilcullen, to Dean Hamilton. As he learns from the newspapers the diocese has several vacancies just now; he reminds Dean H of a promise he made to get a friend of his (P.P.'s) promoted. Date: 30 December 1840. As I perceive 101. (1840) (First of a sheaf of letters written by Dr Myles Gaffney, Maynooth College, during 1840.) Confidential letter to Dean Hamilton; efforts will be made to introduce Rev. T. O'Connell, Irish College, Paris, into Dublin diocese. This would not be desirable; Dean H. may alert Dr Murray to the possibility, but otherwise this letter is confidential. Date: 16 February 1840. As I have 102. (1840) Same to same. He will comply with Dean H.'s request and tells of the arrangements for Masses. John will be coming home after Easter; however, as he knows the Dean has not much money, he himself will try to borrow some. Date: 26 March 1840. I remind you 103. (1840) Same to same. Introducing two deacons, McGowan and Prendergast, who are to be ordained by Dr Murray tomorrow. Both are good young men. Date: 1 May 1840. I send this 104. (1840) Same to same. He has offered all the Masses requested for deceased priests. Mr Cavanagh has been prevailed upon to go to Paris; this will save the poor fellow's character and two years in St Sulpice will do him good. C. will call on Dean H.; he can afford to pay his way but first wishes to visit his sister in Co. Carlow. Dr H. should appoint a set time for him to return to Dublin and withhold Dr Murray's letter until he docs return. Dr G. wants an exeat for James Wheeler who has been residing with his family in Meath diocese. Because of these departures there are some vacant places which Dr Murray might lake up for Dublin. He was surprised when Dr Murray spoke to him, in the presence of others, 72 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAM1LTON PAPERS (7) about Rathfarnham. He has prayed about it, and now, with God's help, will remain where he is; Dean H. can tell Dr M. this. Dr G. had a letter from Dr Cullen which he answered. Date: 8 May 1840. According to promises 105. (1840) Same to same. He is astounded at Dean H.'s letter and invites him to Maynooth with Dr Hughes. Dr Montagu will not consent to Cavanagh's being ordained in Maynooth. Dr G. agrees that it would be bad for discipline. Date: 7 June 1840. I have just 106. (1840) Same to same. The doctor has ordered him to an English spa; he asks for a loan of £5 or £10, as 'John has exhausted my purse.' Date: 22 September 1840. Would it be PRIESTS/RELIGIOUS 107. (1840) A letter from Fr O'Reilly (Capuchin?) from Kilkenny, to Dean Hamilton. He accompanied Fr Mathew as far as Kilkenny. Fr M. then left for Castlecomer and was to go on to Cork; the writer is sure Fr M. will accede to Dr H.'s request, if not soon, later in the year. Date: 20 January 1840. When I received 108. (1840) A letter from Fr Stuart, O.S.A., John's Lane, to Dean Hamilton. B. Woodlock has written a second time for dismissorials for sub-deaconship. Dean H. is asked to procure same 'and save me from the persecution of his mama'. Date: 26 January 1840. Bat Woodlock has 109. (1840) A letter from Fr Dowley, CM., Castleknock, to Dean Hamilton. He called (but missed Dean H.) about the sad case of the Blanchardstown Carmelites. Besides their other misfortunes, they now have sickness; one, Sister Eiffe, is ordered a change of air away from the disturbances there; otherwise her life will be endangered. Application was made to the Carmelites in North Wm. St. orphanage to receive her, but no answer has come, except a message that it was against rules of the Order. Dean H. is asked to intervene; the Sister's family in Ratoath will bear all expenses. Date: 26 February 1840. I was disappointed 110. (1840) A letter from Fr John Hand, at St Sulpice, Paris, to Dean Hamilton. St Sulpice, where he arrived in the beginning of Lent, suits him and his purpose admirably. The seminary is admirably run; fervour, obedience, order and charity reign as in the primitive days of the Church. After Easter he will go to another house of the Order four miles from Paris. The Superiors assure him that they will help his project of setting up a Foreign Mission seminary in Ireland in every way they can. He apologises for the upset in the arrangements for his departure and explains what happened. He 73 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) their boarding schools for foreign students, priests and laymen, in Paris. He could, perhaps, take some English classes while studying himself; or he could go to their house at Brugelette. If notified of the time of his arrival they will meet him and look after him. Date: 5 February 1840. J'apprend avec un 117. (1840) Attached to preceding. A letter from Fr Bracken, S.J., Clongowes, to Fr Peter Kenny, S.J., Gardiner Street. He encloses a letter received from the French Provincial, Pere Guidee. Fortunately the permission has been granted, but it would be necessary to write giving Pere G. more information. He himself, in his letter to Pere G., has simply said that the person in question was an estimable priest but, unfortunately had allowed himself to be carried away by a propensity to drink and had consented to his bishop's proposal that he spend a year in a Jesuit house on the continent. When Dean Hamilton writes Pere G. it may be necessary to give more details, but it should be made clear that Fr Bracken merely gave what he himself knew of the case. He asks to be told when Fr W. leaves for France as he will give him letters. Date: 16 February 1840. I enclose you 118. (1840) A letter from Pere Solente, S.J., St Acheul, Amiens, to Dr Murray (?). He wrote to Dean Hamilton about Fr W. and would not dare address Dr M. only that Dean H. advised him to write. He has nothing but praise for Fr W.'s conduct since he came to Amiens. As he thought Fr W. would be returning to Ireland for Easter, he had him do the 30 days Spiritual Exercises without intermission. On his return Fr W. was received kindly and informed of the programme (prayer, study and some ministry), arranged for him. He preaches in a chapel of Amiens Cathedral and 40 Protestants who attended are now being instructed. He praises Fr W., giving great detail; the only fault he finds in him is a weak and pliable character, this added to his gay, lively, sensitive character renders him liable to temptation from worldlings or disedifying confreres. He needs to be among those who set good example and to be under authority. This letter is highly confidential. Date: 6 July 1840. J'avais communique jusqui'ici (Bill for Fr W.'s stay enclosed: 11/9/1840.)

NUNS 119. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Borgia, Sisters of Charity, Gardiner Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking him to help a deserving widow to be admitted to the Widows' Home; also, the Sisters visit Jervis Street Hospital and enquiring if there is any way of procuring books for the patients there. Date: 10 January 1840. Having just heard 120. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Sweetman, Stanhope Street Charity Convent, to Dean Hamilton. Eliza Connors's example is so bad that she 75

ARCHIVIUM H1BERN1CUM got Dr Murray's letter but not Dr Meyler's or Dr Yore's and asks Dean Hamilton if he can get them sent on soon. Date: 26 March 1840. I am settled 111. (1840) A letter from Fr John Murphy, Adam and Eve's, to Dean Hamilton. He mentioned his intention to one or two of the community. They were thunderstruck and made vigorous protests; he lists all their objections. He admits that he is timid and hesitant, and asks Dean H. not to introduce the matter to the authorities; the time has not yet come for his wishes to be fulfilled. Date: 24 April 1840. I have spoken 112. (1840) A letter from Fr McNamara, CM., Phibsboro', to Dean Hamilton. The bearers were at confession as a preparation for their marriage; they will explain the difficulty that arose to prevent the marriage taking place. Fr McN. thinks it would be wise to allow them be married. Date: 27 April 1840. Two persons will 113. (1840) Same to same. A long letter regarding arrangements for a temperance sermon in the Pro- Cathedral and how the contingent from Phibsboro' will participate. Some want to 'wear their scarves and descend upon the city in marching order'. Fr McN. asked them to wait until he found out what were Dr Murray's wishes re this demonstration. He asks Dean Hamilton to enquire and let him know. Date: 9 November 1840. I am sorry 114. (1840) A printed circular signed by Fr John Hand, concerning the foreign missionary college he and some fellow-priests intended to start. Date: 30 December 1840. Having maturely considered 115. (1840) (A sheaf of letters concerning Fr Woods, in the Jesuit house at Amiens.) A letter from Fr Peter Kenny, S.J., to Dean Hamilton. He encloses two letters, one from Pere Guidee, a Jesuit Provincial in France, the other from Fr Bracken, Clongowes. He thinks Dean H. should adopt Fr Bracken's suggestion and write to Pere Guidee, thanking him for his prompt compliance with Dr Murray's request, mention some of 'our friend's' (Fr Woods') faults. He should also mention doing the Spiritual Exercises for 30 days, with intervals between each 6/7 days. Fr Kenny suggests St Acheul, near Amiens, as perhaps the best house and adds further advice. Date: (end of February?) 1840. I enclose the 116. (1840) Attached to preceding. A letter from Pere Guidee, S.J., to Fr Bracken, S.J., Irish Provincial of the Jesuits; from Paris. He is happy to learn that Frs O'Brien and Lynch (Jesuits) have made good progress. As regards what Fr B. wrote to him relating to a prelate, a friend of the Society, they will be pleased to accept the ecclesiastic mentioned. If he wishes to study he can stay at one of 74

DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) their boarding schools for foreign students, priests and laymen, in Paris. He could, perhaps, take some English classes while studying himself; or he could go to their house at Brugelette. If notified of the time of his arrival they will meet him and look after him. Date: 5 February 1840. J'apprend avec un 117. (1840) Attached to preceding. A letter from Fr Bracken, S.J., Clongowes, to Fr Peter Kenny, S.J., Gardiner Street. He encloses a letter received from the French Provincial, Pere Guidee. Fortunately the permission has been granted, but it would be necessary to write giving Pere G. more information. He himself, in his letter to Pere G., has simply said that the person in question was an estimable priest but, unfortunately had allowed himself to be carried away by a propensity to drink and had consented to his bishop's proposal that he spend a year in a Jesuit house on the continent. When Dean Hamilton writes Pere G. it may be necessary to give more details, but it should be made clear that Fr Bracken merely gave what he himself knew of the case. He asks to be told when Fr W. leaves for France as he will give him letters. Date: 16 February 1840. I enclose you 118. (1840) A letter from Pere Solente, S.J., St Acheul, Amiens, to Dr Murray (?). He wrote to Dean Hamilton about Fr W. and would not dare address Dr M. only that Dean H. advised him to write. He has nothing but praise for Fr W.'s conduct since he came to Amiens. As he thought Fr W. would be returning to Ireland for Easter, he had him do the 30 days Spiritual Exercises without intermission. On his return Fr W. was received kindly and informed of the programme (prayer, study and some ministry), arranged for him. He preaches in a chapel of Amiens Cathedral and 40 Protestants who attended are now being instructed. He praises Fr W., giving great detail; the only fault he finds in him is a weak and pliable character, this added to his gay, lively, sensitive character renders him liable to temptation from worldlings or disedifying confreres. He needs to be among those who set good example and to be under authority. This letter is highly confidential. Date: 6 July 1840. J'avais communique jusqui'ici (Bill for Fr W.'s stay enclosed: 11/9/1840.)

NUNS 119. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Borgia, Sisters of Charity, Gardiner Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking him to help a deserving widow to be admitted to the Widows' Home; also, the Sisters visit Jervis Street Hospital and enquiring if there is any way of procuring books for the patients there. Date: 10 January 1840. Having just heard 120. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Sweetman, Stanhope Street Charity Convent, to Dean Hamilton. Eliza Connors's example is so bad that she 75

ARCHIVIUM HIBERN1CUM injures the others. She must leave the House of Refuge at 4 today. The Governors of the Lunatic Asylum and the doctor say that she is not a fit subject for there. Dean H is asked to advise before 4 as the writer does not wish to send out the girl with no place to go to; she asks for Eliza's sister's address. Date: 29 January 1840. This is to 121. (1840) A letter from Sr Teresa Watson, Conception Convent, to Dean Hamilton. She asks about the shoemakers' estimate (for the orphans). Mrs Curtis called and gave £5; one orphan had a visitor. Should the convent be lit up when the illuminations begin tonight? Date: 10 February 1840. We have trouble 122. (1840) Same to same. Fr Kenny recommended a situation for one of the orphans and she consults Dean H. about this; they will send, with his permission, one of two girls named on trial to this position. The shoemaker awaits Dean H.'s instructions about the orphans' shoes. Date: 15 February 1840. The Revd. Mr Kenney 123. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Hennessy, Sisters of Charity, Gardiner Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking for a share in the money received after today's sermon. While Kings Inn Street schools were being built Gardiner Street did not claim their usual share of the collection, but now that the building had been completed, they applied to receive a share, as formerly, for Gardiner Street schools. Date: 16 February 1840. Aware of your 124. (1840) A letter from Sr C. Ennis, Sisters of Charity, Sandymount, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing £5 sent by the Superioress of the Cork convent. He is asked to forward this to Fr Ennis to purchase some books for Superioress in Cork. Date: 17 February 1840. The enclosed five 125. (1840) Same to same. A note requesting him not to mention the commission from Cork (see preceding) in Stanhope Street. Date: 18 February 1840. You'll confer a 126. (1840) A letter from Sr M. J. Burke (?), Tullow, Carlow, to Dean Hamilton. She was the person responsible for not sending the six orphans to Dublin on the appointed date. They had gone down with measles and were unfit to travel. Now they are better. Three will go with Mrs Byrne and she mentions the arrangements for the others. She apologises for the trouble caused Dean H. Date: 13 April 1840. In reply to 127. (1840) A note from M. M. Sweetman, Stanhope Street, to Dean Hamilton, reminding him that tomorrow, Maundy Thursday, is the day appointed for their Easter Communion. Date: 14 April 1840. I have been 76

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128. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Murphy, Wm. St. Orphanage, to Dean Hamilton. Concerning an orphan who was in trouble for going to work in a Protestant house and asking his advice. Date: 4 May 1840. Jane Lyster called 129. (1840) A letter from Sr Burke, Tullow Convent, to Dean Hamilton. The people waiting on the money are anxious as they cannot buy seed until it arrives and the sowing season is passing. She hopes it may come soon. She enquires about some orphans sent to Dublin and reports on others in Tullow who are being treated for various illnesses. Date: 20 May 1840. I am sorry 130. (1840) A letter from Sr Borgia Lalor, Gardiner Street Convent, to Dean Hamilton. Three persons whose names she sends are patients in Jervis Street Hospital and wish to go to confession. One has been six years without receiving Holy Communion. One man has never received. Mrs Taylor, who lives in a cellar in Liffey Street, is anxious that her husband, should receive the sacraments. He is on boats and will never be in after 10 a.m. when he leaves for work. Date: 24 May 1840. I send the 131. (1840) A letter from Sr Burke (Roche?), Tullow, to Dean Hamilton. She received first half of a £20 note and thanks him for it. Date: 27 May 1840. I have just 132. (1840) Same to same. She acknowledges receipt of the other half-note and gives a list of amounts given to six local people. Date: 29 May 1840. I have just 133. (1840) A circular from the Sisters of Charity, St Vincent's Hospital, to Dean Hamilton, requesting him to attend a meeting of the Committee and outlining business to be transacted at same. Date: 6 July 1840. The Sisters of Charity 134. (1840) An invitation from the Sisters of Charity, Stanhope Street, to Dean Hamilton, to attend a Profession ceremony and breakfast. Date: 17 July 1840. Mrs Aikenhead and Community 135. (1840) A letter from Sr Murphy, Wm. St. Orphanage, to Dean Hamilton. She encloses a communication which they do not understand and asks him to deal with it. Date: 18 July 1840. The enclosed has 136. (1840) A letter from Sr Borgia, Sisters of Charity, Gardiner Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking for coal and blankets for the widows' home; the house is again flooded with water. Date: 17 August 1840. The coal at 137. (1840) A letter from Maria Peppard, Convent of Mercy, Carlow, to Dean Hamilton. A long letter explaining why she delayed replying to his 77 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM letter, commenting on how happy she felt in this community and sending good wishes to Mother Catherine and the Sisters in Stanhope Street. Date: 21 August 1840. I dare say 138. (1840) A letter from the Sisters of Charity, Stanhope Street, to Dean Hamilton, inviting him to a reception ceremony and breakfast. Date: 29 August 1840. Mrs Aikenhead and 139. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Byrne, Gardiner St. Convent, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing a list of persons Sr Burke has prepared for First Communion. All Saints' Day would be a good day and, as it is difficult for these people to be free at all times, she hopes Dr H., as usual, will be able to come that day. Date: 18 October 1840. The accompanying is 140. (1840) A letter from M. Frances Ball, Loreto, Rathfarnham, to Dr Murray. She got the letter Dr M. sent her; the writer (of that letter) will not be received back into any of the Loreto communities; the Sisters are unanimous on this. She cannot accede to any other requests, while she knows the Sisters' wishes on this particular matter. Date: 6 November 1840. I take the 141. (1840) A letter from Sr M. Camillus Sullivan, St Vincent's Hospital, to Dr Hamilton. She writes for Revd Mother who is ill. They admitted Eliza McDonagh of Marlboro' Street, thinking that she was the poor woman Dr H. wished admitted: then they discovered their mistake. If he now sends Judith Burke they will fit her in some place. If the hospital were three times its size they would still be at a loss for vacant beds. Date: 21 November 1840. I have been

ORDINARY 142.(1840) A letter from Wm. Walsh, Attorney, Abbey Street, to Dean Hamilton. He encloses bonds as directed by Dean H.'s brother. As yet, he has not received the necessary information from the bankruptcy office, but a friend of his in that office is speeding up enquiries there. Date: 1 January 1840. By the direction 143. (1840) A note to Archdeacon Hamilton signed by Fr Meally and Robert Ballantine asking for £100 or any moneys in his hands to meet the final balance due on the building of the Portico. Date: 4 January 1840. You would particularly 144. (1840) A note from George Stapleton, Mountjoy Place, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing a list of voters for the Committee of Jervis Street Hospital. 'Mr Lynch of Whiteleys is married to Miss MacDonnell of Gardiner Street.' Date: 5 January 1840. I enclose you 78 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

145. (1840) A letter from Mr McCann, C.M., Castlcknock, to Dean Hamilton. When he returned home yesterday he found that Fr Dowley had written to Miss Byrne, informing her of the contents of the letter from Caen, the substance of which the writer communicated to Dean H. yesterday. Date: 9 January 1840. On my return 146. (1840) A note from J. O'Neill, Jervis Street Hospital, to Dean Hamilton, informing him that he has been elected a member of the Managing Committee of the Infirmary for 1840. Date: 11 January 1840. I derive great 147. (1840) A letter from Alicia Browne, Cashel, to Dean Hamilton. She is pleased with Mr Bedford's arrangement and wonders what sum he would take to clear the debt in toto. When Dean H. pays four creditors she names he will have £56 of hers to put into the Savings Bank. Further comment on her finances. Her aunt is well and Anne has a cough. She may go to Dublin in April. Her cousin (Captain Hambro) writes saying that he is offered a fine situation abroad. Date: 18 January 1840. I received your 148. (1840) A note from R. J. O'Hanlon to Dean Hamilton. Administration to Mrs Farrell's will has been taken out. The writer will call on Dean H. tomorrow re same. Date: 20 January 1840. Administration has been 149. (1840) A letter from James Carey, Swords, to Dean Hamilton, asking how Dr Murray is. 'Well may we say we shall never see his like again.' Date: 22 January 1840. Have the kindness 150. (1840) A letter from John O'Connell to Michael Staunton; owing to the many heavy calls upon him he regrets being unable to give more than £1.10s. for the Cathedral Building fund. He sends same by his agent, John Smyth. Date: 25 January 1840. I am in receipt 151. (1840) A letter from John Kirby to Dean Hamilton, giving the result of an election; he was defeated by one vote. He thanks Dean H. for his support. Date: 25 January 1840. On yesterday, out 152. (1840) A urgent request from John Duffy, Booterstown, to Dean Hamilton, to have Masses offered for his mother who is, they fear, dying. Date: 27 January 1840. We humbly entreat 153. (1840) A note from John Smyth, Blessington Street, enclosing 30/- subscription from John O'Connell for the Cathedral Building Fund (cf. 150 above). Date: 30 January 1840. Agreeably to 154. (1840) A printed circular from A. J. Sheridan, Arran Quay, offering himself as candidate for the post of surgeon in the North Union Post 79 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

House and including testimonials from eight distinguished medical men in the city. Date: February 1840. I beg leave to 155. (1840) Two copies of a printed circular from the Managing Committee of Jervis Street Hospital for funds to enable the hospital to extend and cope with the increasing demands on its services. Date: January 1840. The Managing Committee 156. (1840) A letter from William O'Brien (O'Neill?), London, to Michael Staunton, regretting that the calls upon his charity make it impossible for him to extend it to Dublin, so he cannot send a subscription to the Cathedral Building Fund. Date: 1 February 1840. I beg to 157. (1840) A similar letter (to Michael Staunton?) from N. Hutton, M.P. for Dublin, written from the House of Commons. Date: 4 February 1840. I am favoured 158. (1840) A letter from Daniel Curran, Dundrum, to Dean Hamilton. He is unable to go out of doors and in financial difficulties. Only Dean H. can help him. Date: 5 February 1840. In consequence of 159. (1840) A note from M. Cross, Education Office, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing portion of the list requested and promising the remaining portion tomorrow. Date: 5 February 1840. I forward a portion 160. (1840) A letter from Alicia Browne, Cashel, to Dean Hamilton. Enclosing a letter for forwarding to Arthur; she wants to console A. (in New Orleans) 'in his present melancholy situation'. Date: 7 February 1840. Will you have 161. (1840) A letter from (signature illegible) Education Office to Dean Hamilton. He has sent the letter to Dr Browne and asks Dean H. to send enclosed to Drs Crotty and Slattery or any others he pleases. Date: 10 February 1840. I have just 162. (1840) A letter from T. Finneran, Montgomery Street, to Dean Hamilton. On his return from the country he received the architect's request that he submit an estimate for work on the Pro-Cathedral. As the Committee meeting (to consider the estimates) is today he cannot possibly send an estimate in time, so he asks for a week's extension. Date: 11 February 1840. I have had 163. (1840) A letter from J. M. Cantwell to Dean Hamilton, requesting payment of a half-yearly sum, now due. Date: 18 February 1840. The last payment 80

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164. (1840) A notice to Dean Hamilton to attend a meeting of the committee Of Jervis Street Hospital. Date: 20 February 1840. You are requested 165. (1840) A formal note from Fr Miley thanking the Revd. Guardian and the ladies governesses of Kings Inn Street schools for £5 received. Date: 21 February 1840. Mr Miley prays 166. (1840) A letter from M. O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton. He thinks it a pity that the Sisters of Charity in Gardiner Street have never been mentioned in the newspapers for their work; they educate, clothe and feed 500 poor children. Date: 21 February 1840. I think it 167. (1840) A letter from Joseph Tagart, Longford, to Dean Hamilton, thanking him for a kindness. Date: 25 February 1840. Seeing that my 168. (1840) A letter from Brian A. Molloy to Dean Hamilton. His object in calling on the Dean earlier was not to mention the matter to his (M.'s) aunt, but to request Dr Murray to grant him an interview. Date: 29 February 1840. In the interview 169. (1840) (£10?) A letter from H. Murray, Bank of Ireland, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing £2 for the building fund of the Cathedral. Date: 6 March 1840. You have herewith 170. (1840) A letter from M. O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton. He/she received Mrs Cahill's donation for Harolds Cross and asks if donations forwarded by the writer to him have been received. A criticism of the collection for Wm. Street orphanage is added. Date: 11 March 1840. 171. (1840) A letter from Patrick Brannigan, Ballymakenny, Drogheda, to Dean Hamilton, asking for a testimonial of character. Dr H. always expressed himself very pleased with B.'s conduct during his seven years teaching in the Institute for the Blind. He is being calumniated and needs to defend himself, hence the request for a reference. Date: 12 March 1840. From the manner 172. (1840) A letter from Ml. Lyons, Limerick, to Dean Hamilton. He is happy in his situation in Limerick and Captain and Mrs Creagh are very kind to him. He is not bound yet but hopes to be soon. He thanks Dean H. for his goodness to L's parents who would be in a bad way only for the Dean's goodness to them. Date: 13 March 1840. Since I came 173. (1840) A letter from Thomas Clarke, Lower Baggot Street, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing his key to the Pro-Cathedral vaults for what- 81 ARCHIV1UM HIBERNICUM ever work needs to be done there. He also asks for a marriage certificate; he and his present wife were married in the Archbishop's House by Dr M. himself. He gives date, witnesses etc. He encloses £4 to cover cost of work in the vault and the certificate, but if this is not sufficient he will forward the balance. Date: 14 March 1840. Agreeable to the 174. (1840) A letter from Brian Molloy (cf. 168 above) to Dean Hamilton. He received a kind and compassionate letter from Dr Murray who regrets that he cannot interfere, but Dean H.'s offer to plead for him with Miss Dennis (his aunt) might help, if he could complete his studies and be called to the Bar he would be independent; ten years ago she promised to provide for him but now does not coun- tenance him. (He was a Jesuit novice.) Date: 14 March 1840. Since I saw 175. (1840) A letter from Alicia Browne, Cashel, to Dean Hamilton. The reason she wanted the £50 invested in Dublin was because the interest would pay Mr O'Connell the £4 she owes him; if she had it in Cashel it might be borrowed from her. Date: 15 March 1840. I received you (She hopes to come to Dublin after Easter but wishes she had a situation there.) 176. (1840) A letter from Wm. Crowther, Avranches (Normandy), to Dean Hamilton. He was prevented from returning the Powers of Attorney which Dr H. requested; he understands that these are not now required. Date: 17 March 1840. I was prevented 177. (1840) A letter from Mrs Sweetman to Dean Hamilton. She apologises for not writing and pleads the cause of some orphans who are in danger of being taken into Protestant institutions; she hopes he can get them received in Summerhill orphanage. Date: 18 March 1840. Mrs Sweetman presents 178. (1840) A letter from F. Dwyer, Mountjoy Place, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing £1 for two tickets for the Dean's sermon tomorrow and to hear the Gleats Spiritual Performers. Date: 28 March 1840. I enclose you Gleats Spiritual Reformers 179. (1840) A note from M. Hughes, Talbot Street, to Dean Hamilton. If Dr H. needs assistance in arranging the lists the writer will be glad to help. Date: 21 March 1840. Should you require 180.(1840) A letter from P. Purcell, Waterford, to Dean Hamilton. He is detained in Waterford on business so was unable to be at Dr H.'s sermon; he encloses a donation for Dr H.'s charity. He has has thirty years' acquaintance with Waterford where drunkenness used reign and bears witness to the change to sobriety. [Fr Mathew 82

DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) campaign at its height at this time.] Date: 27 March 1840. I had hopes 181. (1840) A letter from Gonville ffrench, Gardiner Place, to Dean Hamilton.The Commissioners of Police, whom he met on the instructions of the Pro-Cathedral Committee, will attend a meeting at the parochial house at 8 p.m. They can supply as many men as will be required for the occasion and there is no need to call upon the military. In any case the latter can only be requested by the civil powers. Date: 23 March 1840. In compliance with 182. (1840) A letter from Mr Murray, The Bank, to Dean Hamilton. He thanks him for the good place given him for Fr Mathew's eloquent sermon. Mrs Murray enclosed 10/- for a place in the sanctuary. He hopes the collection will help Dean H.'s orphanage. Date: 30 March 1840. I beg you 183. (1840) A note from B. Delaney, Imperial Hotel, to Dean Hamilton. A letter to be given to Dr H. by Mr Fleming who is highly thought of by Fr Mathew. He is sure Mr Doyle will need assistants and Fr Mathew recommends Mr Fleming's son. Date: 31 March 1840. This will be given 184. (1840) A letter from M. Dease, Hardwicke Place, to Dean Hamilton. Asking to have Masses offered for Louisa Anne O'Connor who died a few days ago at Dunmanway, Co. Cork, the most valued friend of the writer. Date: 21 March 1840. Allow me to 185. (1840) A note from F. Farrell, Gardiner Street, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing Easter dues for Dr Murray and the Pro-Cathedral priests and asking for a receipt as none was given for the previous year and two curates called requesting same in November. Date: Easter Sunday 1840. Enclosed are thirty 186. (1840) A letter from Eleanor Palles, Mountjoy Square East, to Dean Hamilton. She heard of cures performed by Fr Mathew. One of her little boys is paralysed and she wants Fr Mathew to bless him. She asks Dr H. to arrange this, if he approves. Date: 1 April 1840. We hear of 187. (1840) A letter from Francis Gowan, East Arran Street, to Dean Hamilton. Mrs Redmond told the writer that Dr H. was going to set the house (previously occupied by the Hamilton family) in East Arran Street. It would suit the writer if the rent is not too high. Date: 4 April 1840. I was told 188. (1840) A letter from Thomas Cullen, Summerhill, to Dean Hamilton. He recommends that one of the widow Hyar's (?) children be taken 83 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM into Dr H.'s orphanage. She is a most respectable woman and her late husband worked until his death in Cullen's and was an exemplary man. Date: 4 April 1840. I recommend the 189. (1840) A formal note from Captain Romilly, Dublin Castle, to Dean Hamilton, thanking him for the Fr Mathew medal and card. Date: 4 April 1840. Captain Romilly presents 190. (1840) A letter from P. Fogarty to Dean Hamilton. As Dr H. advised he wrote a second time to Dr Yore about the organ, but received no reply to that or his first letter. He is surprised at this and must now ask Dr Horan to approach Dr Murray in the matter. He will also wrote to Dr M. himself. Dr H. is asked to inform Dr Yore of this. Date: 4 April 1840. I have again 191. (1840) A letter from T. Murray, Mecklenburg Street, to Dean Hamilton, thanking him for procuring a Fr Mathew medal for him and he feels sure Fr M.'s efforts will be crowned with success. Date: 11 April 1840. I have to 192. (1840) A note from Michael Roach, Hibernian Bank, to Dean Hamilton. As they are overstocked with silver at the moment they cannot accede to his request. Date: 6 April 1840. I am desired 193 .(1840) A letter from Nicholas Clarke, Printer, Great Britain Street, to Dean Hamilton. He does not wish to be paid for the work he did though he understands Fr Mathew wishes him and Mr D. to be remunerated. He was paid 'the enormous sum of five guineas a day' for taking an account of all the poll in the 9 booths at Kilmainham at the Dublin elections. He will accept only a token payment from Fr Mathew but Mr Doyle who had the more laborious part of the work should be paid. He also refers to rent of offices in Great Britain Street. He and Mr D.'s son distributed the 3000 cards this morning. Date: 7 April 1840. In reply to 194. (1840) An envelope addressed to Archdeacon Hamilton. In Dr H.'s hand is scribbled G/J 48426, London, 13 July 1839, and 'From my sick bed and without one pound in the world.' Avril 7 1840 Webb's Hotel, Piccadilly. 195. (1840) A letter from Lucy Sherlock, Killaspy, Waterford, to Dean Hamilton. She hopes he will write at Easter to let them know how he is. She consults him about some scruples she has. Her parents are well but Margaret is not and may have to have a foot operation with Surgeon Crampton in Dublin. Date: 11 April 1840. I have long been 84

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196. (1840) A letter from Alicia Keating, Paris, to Dean Hamilton. She has never met him but her sister was governess to Mrs Staines' children, Abbey Street, and Dean Hamilton performed the marriage ceremony of her sister to Mr Molloy in Mrs Staines' house in 1834. Her sister died since and left a daughter in care of the writer who wants a certificate of the Molloy/Keating marriage. Mr Molloy never did anything for his child, now three and a half and the writer's letters to him at Ballymahon were returned unopened. She wrote to Dr Higgins, Ardagh, who knew him, but got no reply. She asks Dr H. if he or Mr Staines knows anything of Mr M.'s whereabouts or if he is alive. The certificate will be needed in case the child has a claim to any property. Date: 16 April 1840. (She gives the Paris address of a Fr Brady, friend of Dean H. who advised her to write to him.) Though I have 197. (1840) A printed leaflet to members of the Propagation of the Faith (in French) inviting them to a thanksgiving Mass on the 18th anniversary of the Society's foundation. Date: 17 April 1840. Vous etes prie 198. (1840) A letter from James Kavanagh, Maynooth College, to Dean Hamilton, requesting him to ask Dr Murray for leave of absence for him for a few days to attend to family business in Dublin. He dare not ask Dr Montague, having been absent twice already this year. He sends the letter c/o his guardian, Mr Walsh, Britain Street. Date: 17 April 1840. Family affairs require 199. (1840) A letter from Rd. Farrell, Great George's Street, to Dean Hamilton, inviting him to accompany him to his wife's funeral in St Michan's tomorrow. He also asks the Dean to inform Dr Murray of her death. Date: 22 April 1840. Allow me to 200. (1840) A letter from Francis Gowan, Arran Street, to Dean Hamilton. He is unable to call as promised but will do so tomorrow to settle about the house. Date: 24 April 1840. I was too 201. (1840) A letter from John Molloy-Stokes, Receiver in the cause of Morgan v Flanagan, Solicitors, to Dr Hamilton. Dr H. promised to recommend payment of £100 last year from the Pro-Cathedral funds to the heirs of the late D. Lenihan for work done on the Pro-Cathedral. That was not paid. He now asks for a payment of £200. Date: 25 April 1840. About this time 202. (1840) A letter from Haydn Corri to Dr Hamilton. The organ was locked this morning, Mrs Lawless has the key and Haydn C.'s key was broken by Mr Hull. There was no organ played for Benediction. He is very annoyed over the 'nonchalance and indifference of these parties'. Date: 1 May 1840. This morning the 85 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

203. (1840) Same to same. On reading today's Freeman with the thanks of the Orphanage governors for the choirs at the sermon (Fr Mathew's) was 'certainly not flattered' at seeing every choir but his mentioned. Date: 5 May 1840. I read the 204. (1840) A letter from Francis Gowan, Arran Street, to Dean Hamilton. He is sorry for the trouble but there is a difficulty about the house; if Dean H. died before him there is nothing to stop his heirs or Mr Smyth raising the rent or compelling him to buy the house, so he has decided to call off the deal. Date: 6 May 1840. Before you go 205. (1840) A letter from Patrick Power, Hardwicke Street, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing Easter dues. He is sorry it is so small but his salary was reduced by the Misses Sweetman because of their severe losses in the recent business depression. Date: 6 May 1840. I take the 206. (1840) Moore's Hospitals (?), North Brunswick Street. A note from A. Delany to Dean Hamilton. He left a bank draft for £425 at the presbytery (c/o Mr Laphan), which he wants Dr H. to sign. (Writing illegible, not clear what the money is for.) Date: 6 May 1840. I left with 207. (1840) A letter from Thomas Finneran, Talbot Street, to Dean Hamilton. He sent in his bill as requested. He was accused by Br Smith of sending in a fictitious and fraudulent bill. He is very upset by this as, in fact, he had not charged for nearly the amount of damage done. Date: 8 May 1840. I have by 208. (1840) A notice from Jervis Street Infirmary requesting Dean Hamilton's attendance at a Committee Meeting on 21 May. You are requested 209.(1840) A letter from W. Walsh, Attorney, Abbey Street, to Dean Hamilton, informing him that leases of the Arran Quay house to Mr Gowan are ready for signing. Date: 21 May 1840. The leases to 210. (1840) A letter from Haydn Corri to Dean Hamilton, asking if Dr H. had found any opportunity of mentioning his (H.C.'s) name to Fr Cainen, P.P., Maynooth, as he had not heard from him. He saw Mrs Lawless who promised to be at the organ this evening. Date: 22 may 1840. We hear of 211. (1840) A note from James Cavanagh, Maynooth College, to Dean Hamilton. Dr Montague has no objection to his spending a few days on retreat; he asks for an immediate reply as to when he will be ordained deacon. Date: 25 May 1840. I have seen 86

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212. (1840) A note from Gonville ffrench, Great George's Street, to Dean Hamilton, promising punctual attendance at the Building Fund Committee meeting. Date: 25 May 1840. I shall not 213. (1840) A note from Oliver Plunkett, N. Great George's Street, to Dean Hamilton. He cannot come to the meeting as he has already promised to attend another meeting. He apologises. Date: 26 May 1840. I would with pleasure 214. (1840) A letter from Robert Ballantine (builder, stone-cutter and marble worker), Dorset Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking for the money due for setting up the monument in the interior of the church in 1838. Dale: 26 May 1840. We are compelled 215. (1840) A letter from Francis Gowan, East Arran Street, to Dean Hamilton. He called to Mr Walsh, attorney, who asked him to sign the leases for the Hamilton house and to pay half a year's rent down. He and Dr H. must have misunderstood one another in their conversation about this; he objects to this mode of payment, also to being charged Mr Walsh's very high fee. He did not sign the leases. Date: 28 May 1840. I called to 216. (1840) A note from Wm. Riddell, Newcastle-on- Tyne, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing a letter for forwarding to Fr Mathew whose present whereabouts he does not know. Date: 31 May 1840. Not knowing in 217. (1840) A letter from W. Walsh, Attorney, Abbey Street, to Dean Hamilton, relating what happened when his clerk went to Mr Boswell's. Mr W. is surprised that B. wrote to Dean H. as the latter, having paid once, is not liable to pay again, since the bankrupt Cronin absconded. Mr W. is writing to B. re this. Also Mr Gowan called, objected to paying rent in advance and did not sign the leases. Date: 1 June 1840. Immediately after I 218. (1840) A letter from Pat Hayes, Usher's Quay. His brig, St John, has arrived from Malaga with thirty casks of pure wine. He is selling this at 22/- a dozen bottles to the Catholic clergy for altar wine. Fr Monks and Dr Yore have bought some of this wine for him for several years. He asks if Dean H. is interested in becoming a customer. Date: 6 June 1840. I have arrived 219. (1840) Printed testimonials from Dean Hamilton and four others in favour of a teacher, John Hickey, who has applied for the post of superintendent of schools in the North Dublin Union. Date: 8 June 1840. I have known 220. (1840) A letter from F. O'Conor, Belanagare, to Dean Hamilton (faded and quite illegible). [She usually writes asking to have Masses 87 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM said on anniversaries of the deaths of members of the O'Conor family.] Date: 10 June 1840. I hear Madame O'Conor 221. (1840) A badly spelt note signed J.H. to Dr Hamilton, concerning the notice in the papers about the silver crucifix stolen from the Pro-Cathedral. He says he bought one from a man dressed as a clergyman last week in Droghcda and paid £6 for it because he deals in things of that kind. He is not 'a cathelick', but will get a friend to bring it to the P.P. Bridge Street if £6 is paid. A notice to this effect is to be put in the papers. Date: June 1840. Having come up 222. (1840) Same to same. According to the description in the press the crucifix he has is the stolen one. He will send his friend to Bridge Street with it but has told him not to part with it until he gets the £6 into his hands. The writer does not want to have anything to do with it. Date: June 1840. I see the account 223. (1840) A letter from Gonville ffreneh, N. Great George's Street, to Dean Hamilton, asking to have Mass offered for his wife who is having an operation this morning. Date: 17 June 1840. My poor wife 224. (1840) An unfinished letter to Dr Hamilton, signature missing. The writer is in his/her new quarters and very happy. He went to the Green but missed seeing Ferrall; he will go again on Friday. Date: 17 June 1840. I am in my 225. (1840) A letter from Mr Palmer, York Place, to Dr Murray. He thanks Dr M. for his kind reply; Sir Arthur Clarke asked him what sum would cover professional attendance; he replied twelve pounds was sufficient; Mr Kernan had already handed Mr P. £5 on behalf of the bank. Date: 25 June 1840. Mr Palmer presents 226. (1840) A letter from Mr O'Donohoe, 4-Courts Marshalsea, to Dean Hamilton. He is in the debtors prison and his wife and family are in poor circumstances; although the debts are small, chiefly for legal costs, his creditors won't relent. He has written some pamphlets on temperance, copies of which he encloses. If these could be sold he would be able to pay off debt and secure his release. Frs Spratt and O'Connell have read the pamphlets and written a commendation. He hopes Dean H. can find sale for them. Date: 29 June 1840. I beg most 221. (1840) An invitation for Fr Sheridan, P.P., Kingstown, to Dean Hamilton, to join him and the Archbishop for dinner at 5 on Monday. Date: 2 July 1840. Will you give 228. (1840) A letter from Lord Trimleston to Dean Hamilton. He thanks Dr H. for his congratulatory letter. He sends a subscription towards the 88 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

Pro-Cathedral Building Fund and hopes that he and Dean H. may soon witness its completion; he sends regards to Dr Murray. Date: 3 July 1840. I have this day 229. (1840) A note from Patrick Byrne, Mabbot Street, to Dean Hamilton, stating that he has received the enclosed report from Mr Owen, the rough draft of which he and Dean H. were previously agreed upon; he trusts this will be agreeable to all parties concerned. Date: 5 July 1840. I have only 230. (1840) A note from Anthony O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton, testifying that Nicholas Power who was coachman to his brother and Mrs O'Brien, is unmarried and of very respectable character; N. Power has asked him for this reference. Date: 6 July 1840. I am induced 231. (1840) A letter from Patrick Byrne, Mabbot Street, to Dean Hamilton (cf. 229 above). He called three times on Mr Owen at his office and at his home but failed to see him. Dr H. can decide whether an apology to Committee is necessary in the absence of their report (his and Dean H.'s) which has been returned for some explanations. Date: 7 July 1840. I have not been 232. (1840) A letter from James Kavanagh to Dean Hamilton. He and his brothers were baptised as Catholics but were reared in their Protestant father's faith. They wish to be instructed and received as Catholics. His hours are difficult and he docs not wish Protestant neighbours etc. to know of the step he is taking. He asks Dr H. to arrange with his brother (the bearer of letter) when he can see him. Date: 7 July 1840. I take this 233. (1840) A note from Anthony O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton, thanking him for looking after his vault in the church crypt. Date: 7 July 1840. I have to 234. (1840) A note from C. Rickard, Ely Place, to Dean Hamilton, asking to have Mass offered for Miss Baroness Woulfe who died in Baden-Baden. Date: 9 July 1840. Have the goodness 235. (1840) A letter from John O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing the keys of the O'Brien vault in the church crypt and thanking him for getting the vault seen to. Date: 10 July 1840. I beg leave 236. (1840) A letter from Patrick Kelly, Abbey Street, to Dean Hamilton (very faded and illegible). He gives details of an instruction he gives to the blind boys; he tells them of how the Pro-Cathedral site was formerly the military barracks where John Beresford had citizens 89 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM tortured to try to extract information and gives several stories of that time, one told him by old citizens still alive. He concludes with examples of conversions to Catholicism and shows the Church as protector of sick, poor, prisoners, orphans etc. Date: 10 July 1840. 237. (1840) A note from Rowan [Owen (?)], 2 Mountjoy Square North, to Dean Hamilton. Thanking him for 5 guineas received and sending a further subscription for the Building Fund, Pro-Cathedral. Date: 13 July 1840. I am much 238. (1840) Two copies of a printed circular from the Dublin Board of Guardians enquiring re the rent of William Street Orphanage. Date: 14 July 1840. I am directed 239 .(1840) A letter from ? O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing the key of their vault in the church crypt which was sent to Dr Hamilton a few days ago and which was found on the street. Date: 16 July 1840. I enclose you 240. (1840) A note from Anthony O'Brien. Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton, enclosing £100 for the church building fund. Date: 20 July 1840. I take the 241. (1840) A letter from D. Delaney, House of Industry, to Archdeacon Hamilton, enquiring if Dr Murray has given permission for a sermon in aid of their charity to be preached in the Pro-Cathedral by Fr Mathew on the latter’s second visit to Dublin. Date: 20 July 1840. Having on the 242. (1840) A letter from Mrs Lee, Limerick. They had good news of Richard through a letter received by Walter. She encloses this for Dr H.'s perusal and gives news of others in the family. Date: 1 July 1840. You have been 243. (1840) A letter from Miss Keating, Paris (writing from London), to Dean Hamilton (cf. 196 above). As she had no reply from Dr H. to her previous query she renews her request for her sister's marriage certificate as she is guardian of the child orphaned by her mother's death. Date: 25 July 1840. I had the honour 244. (1840) A letter from Patrick Reilly, Liverpool, to Archdeacon Hamilton. He wrote to Fr Woods some months past for a character reference but received no reply. As he is now applying for a better situation and has hopes of obtaining same, he asks Dr H. for a testimonial as he was a parishioner of St Mary's when he lived in Dublin and ail the priests of the parish knew him. Date: 25 July 1840. On Tuesday last 90

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245. (1840) A letter from Mrs O'Brien, Mountjoy Square, to Dr Hamilton. She asks for money from his funds to pay the lay teachers in Kings Inn Street and William Street orphanage schools. It is not right to pay them only twice a year and she cannot leave for the country without leaving the Sisters in charge with money in hand to meet expenses. Date: 25 July 1840. I beg to 246. (1840) A letter from James Cavanagh, now in Saint Sulpice seminary, to Dean Hamilton. He is now settled in and happy except for his ignorance of French and the great difference between timetables, food etc. from what was customary in Maynooth. The Latin spoken at lectures is hard to understand as the speakers have a French accent. He gave Dr H.'s letter to Dr McSweeney of the Irish College. His ordination may be postponed according to Saint Sulpice rule. He gives news from Paris where another revolution is possible now, the tenth anniversary of the 1830 revolution. Date: 28 July 1840. An opportunity now 247. (1840) A note from Haydn Corri to Dean Hamilton, asking him had he seen Mr Carew (?) since. H.C. told him to call on Dr H. Date: 29 July 1840. Have you seen 248. (1840) A written statement by Mary Coles and Jane Cousins who are making an important change in their lives to which they have given serious thought (entering religion?). They arc grateful for Dr Hamilton's friendly interest and ask if he approves of their decision. Date: 1 August 1840. Mary Coles and 249. (1840) A letter from W. Hughes to Dean Hamilton, re a defect in the water pipes in North William Street Orphanage, due to faulty construction. They need reconstruction, otherwise they will soon get choked again. He awaits directions. Date: 10 August 1840. I have opened 250. (1840) A letter from Mr O'Connell, Limerick, to Dean Hamilton. He received Dr H.'s note stating that Fr O'Malley was not at present in Dublin. He encloses £7 passage money to America for the Widow Connery and her son. If Dr H. finds that the money cannot be used for that purpose he is asked to return the sum to the sender. Date: 10 August 1840. I received from you 251. (1840) A letter from Brian O'Molloy to Dean Hamilton. He thanks Dr H. for pleading his case with his (M.'s) aunt, but she is adamant that since he did not persevere in the religious state she will have no more to do with him. [He left Jesuit noviceship; cf. preceding files.] He asks Dr H. to burn this note. Date: 11 August 1840. I thank you 91 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM

252. (1840) A letter from Mary Anne Wayne (?) to Dr Hamilton (rather illegible). She is evidently boarding an emigrant ship at Plymouth; she tells of her arrival from Dublin; all on board are seasick. They are now waiting to set sail for America; they get beef and three potatoes and broth and biscuit. The biscuit is very hard and strange but they may like it when they become more used to it. She sends greetings to Brother Aloysius and community whose kindness and that of Dr H.'s she can never forget. Date: 11 August 1840. I take this 253 (1840) A note from Thomas Berford, Attorney, Russell Street, to Dr Hamilton, acknowledging a payment of £10 and informing Dr H. that the leases were executed 4 July 1838. Date: 12 August 1840. Since I came 254. (1840) A letter from Arthur Browne in New Orleans, to Dr Hamilton. Alicia sends him news of DrH. and he is glad to know that he is well. In New O. the hot 'sickly' season has commenced with mosquitoes etc. and temperatures 100 in the shade, even worse than former years. He hopes to be able to go to Ireland next year and wishes he could leave America for ever. Fr Mullen, the local pastor, is going to England and Ireland to collect funds for church building; it is a shame for a poor country like Ireland to be asked to build churches for a country like America. He criticises Fr M. who received £10,000 a year; if the Bishop, a mild man, knew of half Fr M.'s doings he would have long since removed him. Fr M. quarrels with the parishioners. The writer asks Dr H. not to mention him or his family or sisters to Fr M. if he calls on him while in Ireland. Next November he hopes to make a fresh start and has promises from all the (business?) houses to assist. Date: 12 August 1840. I take advantage 255. (1840) A letter from Mary Dowling, Essex Bridge, to Dr Hamilton. She is leaving for Paris and offers to do any commissions he may have there; she has received some fine, large linen engravings and invites him to inspect them. Date: 13 August 1840. I enclose a 256. (1840) A letter from M. Graham/Gratten, Glenaly, to Dr Hamilton, inviting him to visit himself and Mrs G. and asking if there has been any news of Fr Woods. Date: 14 August 1840. Mrs Graham joins 257. (1840) A receipt from Alica Browne (at Blessington Street) to Dr Hamilton, for £80, the last portion of moneys he was holding for her and closing their accounts. Date: 14 August 1840. I acknowledge to 258. (1840) A note from Martin Farrell (?), Drumcondra Hill, to Dr Hamilton. His father, in Wicklow just now, instructed him to inform Dr H. of 92

DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) his absence and inability to attend tomorrow's meeting. Date: 22 August 1840. I have had 259. (1840) A letter from J. M. Lawless (?), Office of Education, to Dr Hamilton. He is sorry that he cannot let him have what he promised for a while longer. When he meets Dr H. he will speak on the remainder of his letter. Date: 25 August 1840. I am very 260. (1840) A long letter from Mrs Faulkner, Camden Street, to Dr Hamilton. She encloses a letter (not here) from her son Henry, serving with his regiment in India. He has been ill and on sick leave but is now scheduled to march 1200 or 1300 miles to Kabul and she fears he will die on the way. She herself is being robbed by Mr Mulhern and his nephew. She called five times to see Dr H. but failed to meet him. She writes at length on her own poverty and failing health; she wants him to use his influence to get Henry saved from the death he faces in the Indian wars, and have him recalled to England or Ireland, etc. etc. Date: 26 August 1840. I have most 261. (1840) Draft of a memo in Dr Hamilton's handwriting, stating that the Committee (which Committee is unspecified) received Mr Ellis's communication and express again their approval of the Departmental report and acquit their deputies of all such unwarrantable insinuations of want of candour and delicacy of feeling as are imputed to them. Having received Mr Ellis's admissions of his absence and his apologies for same. Date: 27 August 1840. The Committee, after 262. (1840) A note from A. Walshe (no address given) to Dean Hamilton. He wished to write to John today but has not yet got the money to send him and Mr R will not be home until Friday. D H. is asked to find some trustworthy person going and send the money by him; the writer will reimburse him on Friday. Date: 1 September 1840. I am very 263. (1840) A letter from Martin Farrell (cf. 258 above) to Dean Hamilton. His father informed him in a letter that he will not be able to leave Ireland immediately and he will call on Dr H. when he returns to town. Date: 1 September 1840. I heard from 264. (1840) A letter from - Hutton, ... Park, to the O'Conor Don. He regrets being unable to recommend Mr Edward Young for the post as he has already recommended two others. Mr Stanley has been away for some time, perhaps in Scotland. The O'Conor Don may know the fate of the writer's application. Date: 2 September 1840. I was favoured 265. (1840) A letter from John Leahy, Harolds Cross, to Dr Hamilton. Asking Dr H. to speak to one of the Commissioners of the Board of 93 ARCHIV1UM HIBERNICUM

Education in favour of the writer who has applied for a post under the board. Date: 4 September 1840. As you have [writing very faded] 266. (1840) A note from the O'Conor Don to Dr Hamilton. He is very sorry that Dr H.'s intervention on behalf of Edward Young (cf. 264 above) was unsuccessful. He asks him to give a letter to Mr O'Brien, Mountjoy Square. Date: 7 September 1840. I am sorry 267. (1840) A letter from Joseph Moore, Newcastle, to Dr Hamilton. Concerning the protection of a family of orphans. Mrs Moore has kept them in her house for five years and he is owed about £900; further re the case. Date: 10 September 1840. According to your 268. (1840) A letter from Alex Sherlock, Killaspy, Waterford, to Dr Hamilton. He refers to his sister and her husband, the Corcorans, who are travelling to Italy for the restoration of Mrs C.'s health. He gives news of all the family. Dr Shiel of Clonmel succeeded, where Sir P. Cramplon failed, in curing Margaret's foot. His wife still suffers from over-anxiety; Lucy is well; he himself is also in good health. He encloses a letter, open for Dr H.'s inspection, to be given to his sister. He thinks Dr H. should consider politics his second duty, cries Hurra for Repeal, 'no other cure for Absenteeism, the most emaciating of all the -isms.' Date: 13 September 1840. Your sins should 269. (1840) A letter from James Corballis, Pembroke Road, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing money for Masses for his son James Joseph who is buried in the Pro-Cathedral vaults; he died on 17 August. Date: 14 September 1840. I take the 270. (1840) An appeal, accompanied by testimonials from influential friends, on behalf of George Keating, the London Catholic publisher, whose partnership with Browns has been dissolved; he is now 79, without means and with increasing physical and mental infirmities; because of his long service to Catholic publishing he asks for help; addresses to which subscriptions may be sent are added. Date: 15 September 1840. (Mr Keating writes a personal letter to Dr Hamilton.) My daughter Alicia (in his personal letter Mr Keating thanks Dr H. for obtaining the certificate for his daughter Alicia who has taken charge of the orphan forsaken by her father, Louis Molloy, Ballymahon. He explains about his family and their circumstances, (cf. 196 and 243 above) 15 September 1840. My daughter Alicia 271. (1840) A note from Fr Peter Kenny, S.J., Gardiner Street, to Brian Molloy, informing him that the moment he obtained his admission from the Society of Jesus he was released from all that Society's vows. Date: 18 September 1840. I do not 94 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7)

272. (1840) A letter from Mrs Faulkner, Camden Street, to Dr Hamilton (cf. 260 above). Further re her son, Henry. She heard nothing since June; he suffered two bouts of fever after his arrival in Bombay, was ordered to march 12 miles to Kabul, but sees by the papers that many officers and men died of fever etc. etc. If Lord Normanby or Lord Morpeth were appealed to by Dr Murray they might obtain his discharge; otherwise he may be 5 or 6 years in India. A passage on her own poverty and ailments, as in her pre- vious letters. Date: 21 September 1840. I am very 273. (1840) A letter from Martin O'Farrell, Drumcondra Hill, to Dr Hamilton. His father has written to say that he has almost recovered from the foot injury he received and hopes to be back in town next Monday or Tuesday and will call on Dr H. Date: 26 September 1840. I called on you 274.(1840) A letter from John O'Ferrall to Dean Hamilton. Lord Morpelh wishes to be at the Charity Sermon tomorrow, but wants to get into the church unobtrusively. The writer will bring Lord M. before the time and asks if they can go from the chapel-house through to the Pro- Cathedral. Date: 26 September 1840. Lord Morpeth intends 275. (1840) A letter from James McConnell, in Wentworth Hospital, to Dr Hamilton. He is seriously ill and asks Dr H., whose penitent he is, to come and prepare him for death. Date: 29 September 1840. Sir, I am lying 276. (1840) A note from James Hyde, Bride Street, to Dr Hamilton. Fr Malhew told him to inform Dr H. that a Protestant man applied to him for admission to the Total Abstinence Association and to become a Catholic; the man is an officer, Captain Madders, Camden Street. As Fr Mathew is too engaged to attend to him he referred him to Dr H. and the writer asks for an appointment for Captain M. Date: 30 September 1840. I am instructed 211. (1840) A letter from an official in the Education Office (name illegible) to Dr Hamilton, stating that he sent a copy to Mr Sweeney; as it is some time since Mr C. studied these subjects he would hardly be sufficiently conversant with them to pronounce an opinion now. Dr Sadlier praised Dr McSweeney's remarks in his letter to the Board of Education. Date: 7 October 1840. On receipt of 278. (1840) A letter from James Cavanagh, in Saint Sulpice, to Dr Hamilton. A reminder of procuring Dr Murray's dimissorial letter for his ordination at Christmas; lime is now running out and the pre-ordination retreats etc. will begin soon. There is a difficulty in his case as he is under age for ordination according to French regulations. 95 ARCH1VIUM HIBERNICUM

He asks Dr H. to help him and expedite matters. He is in good health and becoming more accustomed to the French language. Date: 11 October 1840. / took the 279. (1840) A letter from Alex Sherlock, Killaspy, Waterford, to Dr Hamilton. He was at the great Leinster Repeal meeting and describes it with enthusiasm. The family are well, all recovering from influenza. The weather is good and the poor have food in abundance; drunkenness is given up and Fr Mathew has brought blessings on the country. Date: 18 October 1840. You judge rightly 280. (1840) A copy of a marriage certificate (Thomas Maguire and Alice Tumelty, married by Nicholas Andrews, C.C., St Catherine's). It has a note form Fr Doyle, P.P., SS Michael and John's, to Fr/Mr Andrews, stating that as the parties lived in his parish and still live there and their marriage was invalid he is entitled to the 7/6 fee they paid and requests its return. On the reverse a note in Latin signed N. Andrews, stating that he is entitled to the fee and will retain it. Date: 19 October 1840. Extract from the 281. (1840) A note from Michael O'Shea, for Rd. Simpson, Solicitor, to Dr Hamilton. Asking him to sign and get Dr Murray to sign the enclosed document re costs of the proceedings of Master Hearn (?) re the charitable bequest of the late Lord Castlecoote. This has to be done in compliance with the new rules of the Court of Chancery in regard to Charitable Bequests. Date: 26 October 1840.1 beg leave 282. (1840) A letter from Lucy Sherlock (she and her parents are staying with her sister Mrs James Scully, Rathronan, Clonmel) to Dr Hamilton. She reports that they are all recovering from influenza; also on 'King Dan's' (O'Connell) visit to Waterford; he and Papa called on the Bishop. Dan asked them all to buy nothing but of Irish manufacture. Her sister wishes to know if Dr H. can recommend a governess, 'with a good accent as the accent is very bad in this area', as governess for her three children. She will pay a liberal salary. Date: 4 November 1840. Your kindness in 283. (1840) A note from Miss O'Conor, Balanagarc, to Dr Hamilton, enclos- ing offerings to have Masses said for different intentions during the Immaculate Conception novena. Date: 5 November 1840. Being rather apprehensive 284. (1840) A letter from Hon. Gonville ffrench, at Baliinamona, Ahascragh, to Dr Hamilton. The letters are being sent in a parcel Sunday by the Galway and Tuam coach. Many Protestants, being well-disposed towards the building of the church, may contribute, but may be jealous of its external grandeur. Date: 6 November 1840.1 have only 96 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) 285. (1840) A letter from Frances Morris Sausse, Hume Street, to Dr Hamilton, promising to interest as many persons as possible in the little orphans Eliza and Margaret and thanking him for trying to get them into his orphanage. She will send £5 towards their upkeep in January. Date: November 1840. / write to assure you 286. (1840) A note from Clare ffrench, Gardiner Place, to Dr Hamilton, enclosing a letter from Gonville who will not be returning to town for some days. Date: 13 November 1840. / have just 287. (1840) A note from Rd. Farrell, North Great George's Street, to Dr Hamilton; he is getting his friend, Sir Rd. Keane, to attend Dr H.'s sermon tomorrow, but it would be nice if Dr H. sent an invitation. Sir R.K. stays at the Imperial Hotel but will dine with Rd. F. tonight. Date: 14 November 1840. / have enlisted 288. (1840) A note from P. R. Fraser to Dr Hamilton, asking him to allow F.'s cousin, Fr Moore, Clondalkin, to baptise his child tomorrow. Date: 14 November 1840. / will esteem 289. (1840) A letter from an official (cf. 277 above) re the Castlecoote legacy; informing him that his communication is being attended to and thanking him for the information sent. Date: 15 November 1840. / hasten to 290. (1840) A note from Clare ffrench, Gardiner Place, to Dr Hamilton. She received his note and is sorry to say that Gonville is not now expected back until Sunday week. Date: 24 November 1840. / received your 291. (1840) A note from N. O'Reilly to Dr Hamilton, reminding him of his promise to send the writer's son's baptismal certificate dated March 1825 or 1826. Dr Meyler baptised the infant. Date: 29 November 1840. You were kind 292. (1840) Aquery from John L. O'Farrell, Dublin Castle, to Dean Hamilton. What is the origin of the practice of saying the de profundis at the end of Mass in Ireland?; how are Masses for the dead arranged and what security is there that these Masses will be offered when the donor and his gift are forgotten? Date: 30 November 1840. Will you excuse 293. (1840) A notice (printed) from the Andrean Orphan Society re the annual charity sermon in Westland Row and the report describing the need of the parish for continued financial aid. Date: November 1840. The Committee of 294. (1840) A letter from Fr A. Colgan, Athy, complaining of his P.P., Fr Lawler, who treats him harshly. He has acted tyrannically. Things 97 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM are so bad that Fr C. has written to Dr Murray complaining; he told Fr Lawler he was doing this. He encloses the letter for Dr Murray so that Dr H. may read it. Fr Lawler told Fr C. that he must verify every statement in it under oath. This he will do, provided Fr Lawler does the same. Fr C. is going to Dublin to the Bishop and Council next Monday. He thinks something must be wrong when no curate will stay with Fr L. Date: 3 December 1840. / am sorry 295. (1840) A note from Miss O'Conor, Balanagare, to Dr Hamilton [very illegible]. Probably concerning Masses she wishes to have offered. Date: December 1840. The letter 296. (1840) Same to same. A further note re same. Date: 6 December 1840. I am directed 297. (1840) A letter from Gervase Murray to Dr Hamilton. Some parishioners have asked to have a meeting convened to further the use of Irish manufacture. Lord Charlemont has promised to move the 4th resolution and Dr H., it is hoped, will second it. A copy of all the resolutions is enclosed for his consideration. Date: 10 December 1840. Some of these 298. (1840) A letter from Lucy Sherlock to Dr Hamilton. Writing from her sis- ter's (Mrs Scully's) house near Clonmel, she apologises for 'Agaffe she made in a previous letter, reporting on the health of all the family. Mrs Scully has got a governess who seems promising. The weather is bad; she asks to be remembered on the feast of her patroness St Lucy, 13 December. Date: 10 December 1840.1 have delayed 299. (1840) A letter from Thos. Lawless (?), New Street, to Dr Hamilton. He has notified Dr Murray to refuse a dispensation to John Beverary (?) of Beresford Place to marry his daughter, Mary Anne, as they are first cousins. Fr McCabe of Adam and Eve's already forbade him, as the girl's father, to consent to this marriage; he has seen one of B.'s letters and understands he is applying to Dr H. to marry them, the writer begs Dr H. to reprimand him for his con- duct. Date: 13 December 1840. / have given 300. (1840) A letter from J. Stanley, staying at Coffey's Hotel, to Dr Hamilton. He draws attention to an article, 'Ireland, Her Remedies', pub- lished in the Monitor, it advocates the sending of Ireland's unem- ployed to England, where the population increases at a far slower rate than Ireland's. This would, in effect, make the Union practic- able, unite the two peoples and restore England to the faith of her forefathers. He does not know how O'Connell might react to this proposition; if he approved he could achieve his ends. Date: 15 December 1840. / beg leave 98 DUBLIN DIOCESAN ARCHIVES: HAMILTON PAPERS (7) 301. (1840) A letter from Miss O'Conor, Belanagare, to Dr Hamilton. Correcting a mistake in a previous letter [very illegible]. Date: 16 December 1840.1 find that 302. (1840) A letter from Mary Anne Wynne, on the ship Orient, docked at Melbourne, to Miss Dennis, Hardwicke Place, Dublin. They had a safe voyage, hardly any sickness, only a year-old child died and a sailor boy fell out of the riggings and was never seen again. They all got employment, men at £40 to £50 a year, women £20 to £30. She got a post at £20, has no children to wait on only the master and mistress. 'It is a wild, deserted looking country.' She describes the primitive dwellings and gives prices of tea and sugar, sends good wishes to Dr Hamilton who was so good to her and the Carmelite nuns, also Catherine Kearns; she has not enough money to pay for any more letters. Date: 16 December 1840. / take the 303. (1840) A note from - O'Ferrall to Dr Hamilton. He/she has given Mr Cavanagh £10 for Dr H. towards the Pro-Cathedral building fund. Date: 19 December 1840. / have given 304. (1840) A note from C. Cavanagh (cf. preceding), enclosing Mr O'Ferrall's subscription. He apologises for not answering Dr H.'s letter, but was expecting Mr O'Ferrall back in Ireland and a per- sonal application would be preferable to a written one about the subject Dr H. had mentioned. Date: 19 December 1840. / beg to 305. (1840) A letter from Haydn Corri to Dr Hamilton [illegible]. Evidently concerning the Pro-Cathedral choir and organ. Date: 19 December 1840. Many thanks for 306. (1840) A letter from Arthur Browne, New Orleans, to Dr Hamilton, thanking him for his letter and sending seasonal wishes; he hopes to see Dr H. in 1841. Alicia will give news of him. Date: 20 December 1840. Many thanks for 307. (1840) A piece of an addressed letter to Dean Hamilton with a note from Dr Yore, a list of priests' names and addresses and a recommen- dation by Fr White, S.J. (possibly the three names, Dr Murphy, O.P., Bridge Street, Fr Mulhall, Westland Row, and Fr Farrington, Francis Street, were candidates for the episcopate?). Date: 19 December 1840. And they are 308. (1840) A note from E. Plunkelt, Carysfort Avenue, to Dr Hamilton, arranging for an office for a deceased relative as soon as possible after Christmas; he is sorry that Dr M. owing to illness, cannot be present, as the dead person was a friend of his. He will ask Fr Doyle to call on Dr H. on Monday to express his wishes more fully. Date: 22 December 1840. We wish to 99 ARCHIV1UM H1BERNICUM 309. (1840) A letter from M. Lawless, Queen Street, to Dr Hamilton, re repairs to the Cathedral organ and payments made to Mr Hull out of £5 Dr H. gave him; further re the repairs; if H. says there is more work Dr H. is to let him know that he cannot be trusted with money. Date: 23 December 1840. / beg leave

310. (1840) A letter from Fr Molloy (?), Garristown, to Dean Hamilton. The bearer, Eliza Kenny, has been begging, 'in wretched apparel' around Garristown. Her mother lives in Dr H.'s parish and has given her those clothes; her brother lives with their mother but refuses to support Eliza; but said if she had a few lines from the P.P. where she had been and addressed to Dr H. he would then be more favourable to her. Date: 23 December 1840. / beg to

311.(1840) A note from M. McGrath, Jervis Street Hospital, to Dean Hamilton. Dr Hunt has no vacancy for the bearer, but has given him a prescription which will relieve him. Date: 27 December 1840. Doctor Hunt had

312. (1840) A letter from James Crowe, Donohill, Tippcrary, to Dr Hamilton. He may have misled Dr Hamilton last time he was with him in connection with the confessions of the teachers in training. He thinks Dr H. mistook Gilson for Skilling. Mr G. is honest and meritorious but Mr S. an avowed enemy of Catholicism; both are in the Board of Education. Date: 28 December 1840. The last time

313. (1840) A letter from - Dwycr, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton. He was very impressed by Fr Mathew's charity sermon yesterday and sends money for Dr H.'s orphanage in addition to ticket money already paid. He invites Dr H. and Fr M. to dine with him when convenient. Date: 30 December 1840. / was so struck

314. (1840) A note from Eleanor Palles, Mountjoy Square, to Dean Hamilton. She wishes to have Fr Mathew bless her child and asks Dr Hamilton to give her a letter for Fr M. Date: 30 December 1840. The state of

315. (1840) A letter from Haydn Corri to Dr Hamilton. Completely faded but decipherable bits show that it concerned the tuning and repairs to the Pro-Cathedral organ. Date: December 1840. The state of

316. (1840) A letter from Madame O'Conor Don, at the Greshams' Hotel, to Dr Hamilton. She brought her only son, who is very ill, to Dublin a few days ago; he is somewhat better but she is uneasy about him and asks Dr H. to bring Fr Mathew to bless the child. Date: December 1840. / only arrived 100