The Kirby Collection Catalogue Irish College Rome

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The Kirby Collection Catalogue Irish College Rome

ARCHIVES PONTIFICAL IRISH COLLEGE, ROME Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

2 1 January Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1867 Enclosing the last remittance of Peter's Pence for year 1866, bringing the total to £951. Praying for the Holy Father. Requests 1. Favours for his congregation of missioners [favours not mentioned]. 2. Remission of obligation of Masses on Sundays and holidays for the past, for an Administrator of a parish. 3. Special powers to delegate faculty of imparting a Plenary Indulgence in 'articulo mortis' to any priest, who may be called on to administer to the sick. 4. Permission from Mgr. Capatti to appoint a young priest as P.P. This priest is not due a parish in line of seniority. Cardinal is well and gaining respect daily among the people. 4pp

3 2 January Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Cholera has left Dublin. Prayers of thanksgiving. Details of the cholera and how the Government took more care to stop the cattle plague. Fenianism seems to have died down but the people, though not Fenians, are discontented, as they have reason to be. Mr. Edmund de la Poer has been elected M.P. and will shake the superiority of the present Government. Kavanagh, who is armless and legless, was elected in Wexford, but the young Irish priests have only themselves to blame. Young Irelanders are numerous in Wexford and Meath and are the worst party at present to deal with. Great question at present is the dis-endowment of the Protestant Church. Aubrey de Vere's proposals on the subject. Writer expects that the Catholics will get little and he gives his own solution. Dr. Kieran of Armagh has not received the Bulls yet. 2pp

4 2 January Holograph letter from D. Ab. Testa, Subiaco, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for auguri and photographic images. Praise of Dr. Kirby's kindness. Sent a gift of dolci to the Irish College. Writer's sister, D. Placida, was also pleased with Dr. Kirby's present of photo images. 4pp

789 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

5 3 January Holograph letter from [J.W.] Croke, The Bridge House, 1867 Doneraile, to Kirby: Supplying more details regarding a dispensation previously requested [no record of it in previous letters]. 2pp

6 4 January Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales Fallow, Convent of 1867 Our Lady of Mercy, St. Joseph's, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for kind letter and prayers etc. Sorry to hear of Dr. Kirby's illness and reference to the fact that he continually suffers a lot. Rev. Mother is to send £3.12.6 from Children of Mary for Masses for the Souls in Purgatory. Reference to Children of Mary. 2pp

7 5 January Holograph letter from S. Maria Addolorata, Trinita dei 1867 Monti, to Kirby: Reference to their Father Superior being able to come publicly, he who for some years has been in danger from the Italian Government. Other good news to tell Dr. Kirby later. 2pp

8 7 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Convent of 1867 Our Lady of Mercy, St. Joseph's, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for telegram regarding privilege of Xmas Midnight Mass, for letter and document etc. Enclosing £7.15.10 for Masses. Details. 6pp

9 8 January Holograph letter from +Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Dr. 1867 Murray, Bishop of Maitland: [see KIR/1867/31] Fact 1. Report on Abbot Gregory's conduct with a nun in Subiaco convent and inadvisability of his return to Sydney. 2. Account of Father McAlroy's brilliant work in a parish in the diocese of Goulburn. He should be the next Bishop of that Diocese. 3. Account of meeting with Dean Hanly, with details of the state of religion, with reference to P.P. and parish, around Widdin diggings. 4] Deplorable state of religion in the part of his own diocese which he has so far seen. The great evil is mixed marriages. Report that Rev. Sheely has been appointed Coadjutor Bishop to Dr. Polding, so "may God look down in His Mercy on the Australian Mission". 6pp

790 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

10 8 January Holograph letter from +D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1867 Requests permission to give the Nuptial Blessing to Daniel O'Connell, son of the Liberator, who married a Protestant. Details of writer's view on the matter. Hopes to accept Pope's invitation to go to Rome. Looking with anxiety to Rome. People offering Holy Communions for the Holy Father. 4pp

11 10 January Holograph letter from John Burke, Pallaskenny, to Kirby: 1867 Enquiring after Dr. Kirby's health. Glad to hear of Mr. Crotty's recovery. Reference to affairs at Rome, to the scoundrel Napoleon III, to Mr. Monsell, Dr. Butler and to Dr. Kirby's relations. The Provincial of the Augustinians will vote for Rev. Hanrahan's secularization. 3pp

12 10 January Holograph letter from Michael G. Brennan, [], to Kirby: 1867 Requesting Dr. Kirby to forward the letter from Lady Louisa Tenison, if he has received it yet. 1p

13 11 January Holograph letter from +John B. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1867 to Kirby: Enclosing £5 for Dr. Kirby. Glad to hear of Dr. Kirby's recovery. Mr. Ross has died. 3pp

14 12 January Holograph letter from John Kelly, St. Malachy's Church, 1867 1426 Warnock St., Philadelphia, U.S. A., to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to show Cardinal Barnabo the article and the 'Catholic Standard of Philadelphia', which attack the Roman Loan. Show him also Mr. Murphy's reply. Mr. Murphy has not obtained the co-operation necessary to promote the loan, from ecclesiastics, which he had a right to expect. Reference to what could have been raised in Philadelphia, namely 100,000 dollars. Enclosed - Letter from Robert Murphy to Kelly, dated 5.1.1867. 2 items

791 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

15 13 January Holograph letter from D. Kane, Philipstown, King's Co., to 1867 Kirby: Now P.P. of Philipstown. Answer to queries, made by Dr. Kirby regarding Convent of St. Bridget, have been sent to the Bishop, who will forward them [to Dr. Kirby]. People praying for the Pope. Requests painting of St. Philip Neri, Sacred Heart and Our Lady and Child as in the Irish College. Reference to attempt to have Vincentians give a mission in his parish and request prayers for success of his work. Also privileged altar for Church of St. Philip, of St. Peter and Paul and St. Bridgets, all in his parish. 4pp

16 13 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Patricia, Ursuline Convent, 1867 Blackrock, Cork, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. Mr. Scannell, who goes to Rome for health reasons. 3pp

17 14 January Holograph letter from Sr. Patricia, Ursuline Convent, 1867 Blackrock, to Kirby: New Year greetings. Reference to contents of KIR/1867/16. Writer's health. Reference to old friends. Dr. Delany hopes to go to Rome. Request for prayers for writer, the Rev. Mother, etc. 3pp

18 15 January Holograph letter from Elsy M. [Powell], Brompton Square, 1867 London, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and Agnus Dei, received on departure from Rome. Account of trip from Rome with emphasis on personal comfort. Regards to Fr. Maher. 2pp

19 15 January Holograph letter from +N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1867 Reference to Rev. Thomas Hill who is unfit to be made P.P. [see KIR/1866/304]. Letter from Cardinal Prefect says he has appealed. Sent the Cardinal a history of his life and forwards some letters regarding Rev. Hill, to Dr. Kirby, to read for the Cardinal. 2pp

792 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

20 15 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Sheil, Ursuline Convent, St. 1867 Mary's, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for news regarding perpetual adoration. If it is necessary that the application regarding perpetual adoration should come from the Bishop, would Dr. Kirby inform the writer. Requests two paintings of the Heart of Mary, to be taken to Ireland by relations of late Princess Doria. 2pp

21 16 January Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, [], to Kirby: Gave £1 to 1867 Dr. Moran for B. Fitzpatrick. 1p

22 16 January Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Glad to hear of peace in Rome, but will it last. Dr. Kieran got his Bulls and writer will consecrate him in Dundalk on February 3rd. Dr. Derry is to preach for Dr. MacHale at Dr. Cantwell's month's mind. Heavy fall of snow. Accidents on the ice in Dublin and London. It will kill the cholera - cholera has stopped. Doctors were powerless to cure it. Advice for Fr. Maher to care for his health and also for student O'Reilly. Reference to Mr. O'Shannassy's visit to a model school, where he mortified the commissioner by asking a teacher did he teach the catechism to the Catholics. Dr. Moran's article on Episcopal succession has settled the question. He also silenced a professor of Trinity College on question of the Antiphonary of Bangor. 2pp

23 17 January Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Received, with thanks, 20 scudi for 84 Masses. Enquiries after Dr. Kirby's health on the part of the nuns. Affairs of the convent going better. 1p

24 17 January Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Peter J. Kennedy, Ursuline 1867 Convent, St. Mary's, to Kirby: Introducing Thomas Ryan of Montreal, brother of Sr. Mary Teresa Joseph. Weather severe. Communions for the Holy Father. 3pp

793 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

25 18 January Holograph letter from Agnes Horner, Philadelphia, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for letter and gift of beads, crucifix, etc. Writer's health. Feeling of joy on being a Catholic [she is a convert]. Another girl, a relative, has become a Catholic. Reference to prejudices against Catholic Faith among her friends. Reference to ceremonies in the Cathedral and to Bishop Wood's sermon on the Holy See, to which Catholics are much attached. Napoleon is the laughing stock of America. Prince Doria visited Philadelphia. 5pp

26 21 January Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1867 Introducing Mr. Thomas Ryan, once a high official in Canada. 1p

27 21 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Liguori Keenan, Convent of 1867 Our Lady of Mercy, Baggot Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Request for Masses. Intention stated and £6.0.0 enclosed. 3pp

28 21 January Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Keogh, wife of Mr. Justice Keogh, and her daughter. 2pp

29 21 January Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mr. John Lalor and wife. 1p

30 21 January Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Keogh and daughter. 1p

31 22 January Holograph letter from +Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1867 Mission for the people; preparation for a diocesan Synod; a trek of 700 miles kept the writer from writing. Reference to asking Dr. Murray to forward letter to Dr. Kirby. Repeats substance of that letter, with reference to Abbot Gregory, Father Sheely, Dr. Polding, Father McAlroy and Father Hanly. Hope to start a collection for the Pope soon. 4pp

794 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

32 22 January Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to 1867 Kirby: Rev. Austin Sheely's. V.G. of Sydney, appointment will have a bad effect on many Catholics in Australia. Criticism of the appointment of Dr. Crookall and Dr. Lanigan, Bishops of Armidale and Goulburn, respectively. Forwarding KIR/1867/9. Praise of Father McAlroy, who was in disfavour with the Benedictines. 3pp

33 24 January Holograph letter from Bernard Burke, Ulster [Herald], 1867 Dublin Castle, to Kirby: Introducing Right Hon. Judge Keogh. 2pp

34 25 January Holograph letter from C.M. Russell, St. Patrick's College, 1867 Maynooth, to Kirby: Introducing Thomas Ryan, official in Canada. Details. 4pp

35 25 January Holograph letter from Bartholomew Woodlock, Rector, 1867 Catholic University Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. George Smyth, merchant of Dublin. 1p

36 25 January Holograph letter from +George Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1867 Telegram regarding Mr. Hartigan's dispensation arrived. Also letter with rescript. Hope to find Dr. Kirby well in June, and hope that Irish Hierarchy will go in force to Rome. It is the writer's wish that Mr. Donor have a chance, along with the other three students, to obtain the half burse. It is to go to the best man. 4pp

37 27 January Holograph letter from A. Ponza S. J., Provinciale, to Kirby: 1867 Thanking Dr. Kirby for granting permission that the inmates of the Convento Tiburtino take up residence in the Irish College Villa at Tivoli, until March, owing to the fever. 1p

795 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

38 28 January Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1867 Enclosing £10 to cover expenses and as a token of gratitude. Hopes that his efforts towards reduction of pension [see KIR/1866/346] will be successful. Enclosing three Libelli [Supplicas], one regarding Formula Sexta, one regarding Faculty for the Coronas and the last regarding faculty to ordain two or three students who have not reached twenty-three years of age. Will forward answer to queries regarding Brigidine Constitution. Reference to Dr. Kane [see KIR/1867/15]. 2pp

39 28 January Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1867 Faculties to bless beads, etc, for three Limerick priests, who are named. Permission for Mr. Thompson to erect Stations of the Cross in his domestic chapel at Clara Hall, Malahide. Involved explanation regarding payment of Fascicoli of the - Chronologia, obtained by the writer for Cardinal Cullen. Consecration of Dr. Kieran is to be a big affair. Cardinal is to preach at the opening of a parochial house in Kildare. Snow is gone but weather is damp and windy. 2pp

40 29 January Holograph letter from +E.J., Bishop of Kingston, Canada, 1867 to Kirby: Introducing Hon. Mr. T.D. McGee, member of Canadian Government. 1p

41 30 January Holograph letter from Thomas O'Hagan, Rutland Square, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing his friend and colleague, Judge Keogh, who goes to Rome with his family. 2pp

42 1 February Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: More 1867 regarding pension for Rev. Walsh, [see KIR/1866/346], concerning which a letter from Cardinal Barnabo has been received, the substance of which is included here. Pension has been fixed at £80 per annum. Requests Dr. Kirby's advice on the matter. Details regarding proposed manner of collecting the £80, with special mention regarding £25 that is to come from parish of Clonbullogin, etc. 4pp

796 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

43 1 February Holograph letter from +Daniel McGettigan, Ballyshannon, 1867 Ireland, to Kirby: Reference to Dr. Daniel McGettigan, who was asked to resign from position of P.P. and who, in his desire to return to mission work, seems to have written to the Cardinal at Rome. Will answer the Cardinal's letter. Details of the case given. Hope to go to Rome. Prayers for the Pope, "who is the wonder of the world". People here cannot understand how he can have enemies. Renewal of Formula Sexta faculties ad sexennium. Reference to other Raphoe priests. 4pp

44 4 February Holograph letter from William Kirby, 12 Clare St., 1867 Limerick, to Kirby: Cold winter. Request news of Dr. Kirby's health. Reference to Rev. John Kepple, a distant relative. Some think Government will have difficulty in surviving opening session of Parliament. Reference to Rev. Condon, etc. Some of the relics of Dr. Kirby, which the writer wears, are listed. 3pp

45 5 February Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles 1867 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Account of Dr. Kieran's consecration, and of those who attended and participated. Dr. Leahy gave a good discourse. Dr. Cantwell's month's memory passed very quietly. Dr. MacHale's discourse was good, but he could not be heard as his voice is failing. Dr. Moran has silenced Rev. Mr. Stubbs of Trinity College, and Dr. Alfred Lee. He will now deal with Stopford, Archdeacon of Meath. Protestants will be obliged to renounce all connections with St. Patrick. Cholera has stopped. Cattle disease has broken out near London. In Ireland people put up crosses at the fields to ward it off. It did not come to Ireland yet. D.G. 2pp

46 5 February Holograph letter from Louisa Fuller, Crawley, Sussex, to 1867 Kirby: Enclosing a letter for Patrick Bourne, who is believed to be a student at Irish College Rome. 2pp

797 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

47 6 February Holograph letter from +John Kilduff, Longford, to Kirby: 1867 Requesting Dr. Kirby to have inaccuracies corrected in a rescript received from Rome regarding parishes of Moate and Cohy and that of St. Mary's. Mistakes seem to be made regarding their geographical position. There is need for haste for parishes are vacant for a long time. Published Pope's reply to Ardagh's Peter's Pence collection in I.E.R. February 1867. 4pp

48 6 February Holograph letter from Edmund Foran, Dungarvan, 1867 Waterford, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to present a petition to the Holy Father, as Dr. O'Brien requested. 1p

48 a 6 February Holograph letter from Padre Lucca, Miss. Apost. Del S. 1867 Ritiro di S. Bonaventura, to Kirby: Requesting alms to help cover expenses entailed by the Canonization of B. Leonardo da Porto Maurizio. 2pp

49 7 February Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, 351 Beth Crescent, 1867 Glasgow, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. O'Keeffe, who wants to have his powers of enrolling in the Scapular of Mount Carmel renewed. On opposite page - Petition to this effect by Rev. Michael O'Keeffe. He refers to Dr. Lynch's coming to Scotland as an angel's visit. 2pp

50 8 February Holograph letter from Peter Prunty, Drung, [Cavan], to 1867 Kirby: Account of his mission work since return to Kilmore. Praise for Dr. Conaty and his reformation in the diocese regarding use of intoxicating drink, and church building. He opened a new church in St. Bridget's, his own parish, at which Dr. MacEvilly and Dr. Donnelly and Dr. Dorrian attended. Weather cold. Fenianism is almost dead but conditions in Ireland are hard. Enclosing a note for sixteen Masses for writer's intentions. 4pp

798 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

51 13 February Holograph letter from J. Francis Maguire, Presbytery, 1867 Ballybrack, to Kirby: Advice regarding Joseph, a student in the Irish College, who has informed the writer that he intends to discontinue his studies for the priesthood. Don't allow him to make a hasty decision and or to leave the college until en route for Ireland. Enclosing a list of Roman music, published by Butler, London. 4pp

52 13 February Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Addolorata, c/o Trinita dei 1867 Monti, Roma, to Kirby: The Holy Father has, through the intercession of the Queen Dowager, granted a fine old convent to the Neapolitan Fathers [Redemptorists] and as the General of the Order, Sig. Don Celestini Bearuti, has to come incognito to Rome to see the Holy Father, the writer requests Dr. Kirby to supply lodgings for him in the Irish College for a few nights. 3pp

53 13 February Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Requests news of Rome. Requests Dr. Kirby to look after the consolidati. Reference to consecration of Dr. Kieran and to the blessing of a Parochial House in Kildare. Cholera and snow are gone. Nothing can be expected regarding education from the present Government. Accounts of Maitland and Bathurst are good. Dominican nuns of Kingstown are to go to Maitland, along with some priests. 1p

54 15 February Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1867 Requests 1. Permission to allow convents to keep the Blessed Sacrament in their oratories. 2. Repeats request of KIR/1867/2 regarding plenary indulgence in articulo mortis. 3. Forwarding three names to the Holy See, in order that they may appoint a Dean of the Diocese Chapter. No 1 candidate is Rev. Laurence Kirwan. The others are Rev. James Roche, P.P. and Denis Kenny, P.P. 4pp

55 17 February Holograph letter from John Ryan, Administrator, The 1867 Presbytery, Thurles, to Kirby: Dispensation for Margaret Kiely [Catholic] to marry James Joe Alton [Protestant]. 2pp

799 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

56 20 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Regis [Gallway], [probably 1867 Waterford], to Kirby: Thanks for £10 donation to the poor of the city. Sorry to hear of Dr. Kirby's illness. Glad to hear Pope lives in peace. Orphanage and schools well attended. Mr. James Keating left money to the orphanage which will help to pay off the £600 debt. House in Tramore doing well and request for privilege of privileged altar for it. 4pp

57 20 February Holograph letter from A.R. Reynolds, 142 North 12th 1867 Street, Philadelphia, to Kirby: The esteem and regard in which Dr. Kirby is held by the writer and friends is next to that of Pius 9th. Gratitude to God for the gift of Faith and requests advice from Dr. Kirby, her extraordinary director. Difficulty regarding extent of soul's love for God in heaven. Reference to Mr. Chandler, to Mr. and Mrs. Spense; to Bishop Wood who leaves for Rome in May with Dr. O'Hara and Rev. Carter. Reference to reading life of Mrs. McAuley and Sisters of Mercy doing well in Philadelphia. Sorry to hear that Dr. Kirby has Erysipelas. Request for prayers. 6pp

58 21 February Holograph letter from +John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1867 Requests dispensation for Charles Story, Protestant, to marry Mary Cullinan, Catholic. Details. Regarding Fenian outbreak in Kerry which is now over. The people are in a dreadful state and there will be no peace until land, church and education questions are settled. Writer opposed Captain Gough, who opened a school, of which he made himself manager, at Loughcoutre, Gort. Reference to a bad case of neglected Proselytism. Catholics delighted at calmness and tranquillity of the Holy Father. Bigots are chagrined. 3pp

800 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

59 22 February Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Fenian outbreak in Kerry. Details. Dr. Moriarty attacked the Fenians at Mass and finished by saying that Eternity was too short and Hell not hot enough to punish their wickedness. He is blamed for his foolish exaggeration. Account of dinner given by the Lord Mayor to 600 guests, at which the writer spoke. He had second place at the dinner. The Lord Lieutenant had first. Writer's reply to an "after the dinner" letter received from the Lord Lieutenant, promising to do anything to please the Irish Bishops, will be that "we want nothing from the Government except good measures for our country". Cholera now in Tullamore. Advice to Dr. Kirby - "Take care of yourself. Good people are scarce." 2pp

60 22 February Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Reference to great meeting at Mater Misericodiae; to dinner given by the Lord Mayor [see KIR/1867/59]. Cardinal was given a wonderful reception by all and all were delighted with his speech. 2pp

61 24 February Holograph letter from D.S. Smith, [Chicago], 231 Rue 1867 Faubourg, Paris, to Kirby: Now in Paris. Leaving for U.S. A. by 18th April. Many thanks for kindness to the writer and his daughter. 3pp

62 25 February Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1867 Reference to KIR/1867/38 and KIR/1866/346. More details regarding the collecting of the pension. Enclosing £15, an instalment of the pension. Another £5 will be sent shortly. Fenian rising in Kerry was quickly suppressed. 2pp

63 25 February Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: A dispensation for Mary Gribben, Catholic, who married a Jew, Mario Cohen, in England, before a civil magistrate. Details. Fenian rising in Kerry was small and is now over. No arrests made. See that Judge Keogh does not get a grand audience. He is a "Cattivo mobile". His wife is very pious. 2pp

801 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

64 26 February Holograph letter from A.N. Henderson, Piazza del Popolo, 1867 Roma, to Kirby: Requests the Pope's autograph for his son. 1p

65 27 February Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Gertrude, Presentation 1867 Convent of the Holy Cross, Listowel, to Kirby: Thanks for letter etc. Irish College priests are giving the Bishops satisfaction. Reference to the spread of the devotion to the crib, which has been helped on by the Sisters. Reference to Kerry rising. The presence of so many troops has caused the price of provisions to soar. Pray to Sacred Heart and Our Lady that sufferings of the poor may be relieved and also for writer's nephew who has been sentenced to ten years penal servitude. 4pp

66 27 February Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding £5 [KIR/1867/62]. Cardinal surprised that the writer would suggest a reduction in the pension. Inform him that the writer will carry out his wishes. More repetition in regard to sources of the pension. 3pp

67 28 February Holograph letter from Bartholomew Woodlock, Catholic 1867 University of Ireland, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Ornsby, formerly Professor of Greek and Latin Literature at the University and now tutor to Duke of Norfolk. 1p

68 28 February Holograph letter from Robert Power, Carrick Beg, Carrick- 1867 on-Suir, to Kirby: At present C.C. to Rev. N. Phelan, an old Roman student. Doing things as they are done in Rome. Request faculties to enrol in Scapular of Mount Carmel for Rev. Phelan and the writer. Also 2nd Volume, Gury's Theology from Roman College. 2pp

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69 1 March 1867 Holograph letter from Daniel C. Harrington, Listowel, Kerry, to Kirby: Requests dispensation to say Votive Mass of Our Lady and to omit the Divine Office owing to failing sight. Bishop agrees. Also faculties to bless beads, to invest in the Confraternity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, to give Plenary Indulgence at hour of death by using a short form of prayers for all. 4pp

70 1 March 1867 Holograph letter from +P. C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Advice for Dr. Kirby and James Maher regarding their health. Fenian revolt in Kerry was a farce. Details. These risings are just a move to collect more money in America for Stephens. House of Commons passed a Bill by a majority of 102, abolishing all obnoxious oaths. Dr. Moran and Rev. Dr. Brady, Protestant, have silenced all the Protestant Deans and Archdeacons on the episcopal succession of the Protestant Church. At present in Liscarton to shake off a cold and prepare for Lent. It is a bad sign to see Garibaldi in Florence. Short of priests so if any are fit for the mission, ordain them. Reference to work during Lent - visitations and confirmations. Disappointed in O'Leary and hope he has done no mischief. Convert Judge Keogh if you can. He is the worst enemy of Catholicity we have under the name of a Catholic. Introduce Mr. Ryan to Cardinal Barnabo. Complained to Father O'Reilly, Provincial of the Jesuits, regarding Jesuits promoting mixed marriages. Details. Maynooth has not closed and there is no epidemic. 2pp

71 2 March 1867 Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, to Kirby: Blessing from Holy Father has arrived [see KIR/1866/328]. Profuse thanks to Dr. Kirby and the Pope. Reference to Dr. Kirby's appreciation of the painting and thanks for copies of photographs sent to the family and for mentioning family to the Pope. 4pp

72 3 March 1867 Holograph letter from M.R. Saupe, Hotel de Londres, Rome, to Kirby: Returned books in Dr. Kirby's absence. Will call to see other parts of Chronological Tables, on return from Naples. 1p

803 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

73 5 March 1867 Holograph letter from P.F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Forwarding students' pensions, namely £80.5.11, minus £22.7.6 for cloth bought in Ireland. Kerry risings have annoyed the Government. Another rising in Wicklow and Tipperary expected. Cardinal's presence at Lord Mayor's dinner seems to have given satisfaction to all. Will help Protestant and Catholic relations. Measures being pushed through Parliament will destroy remnants of Protestant Ascendancy. Earl of Clanricard will bring the question of the Established Church before Parliament. Difficulty regarding education question is that Catholics, who were educated at English or Protestant schools think they got on quite well there. Dr. MacHale was the only Irish Bishop who refused to sign Redemptorist petition to have St. Alphonsus made a Doctor of the Church. "I never sign petitions" he said. Forwarded Lavelle's letter to Rinaldini. Gavozzi could not have written more insolently. 2pp

74 6 March 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Details of Fenian risings in Dublin, Tipperary, Kerry, Louth, etc. Pray for the poor people. Fr. Lavelle has resumed his former work. He wrote a long letter to Dr. Manning holding dangerous doctrines and published one in the "Irish People" of New York, which was a furious attack on the writer. "It is sad to see the country disturbed by reckless madmen - men who would rob us of our only treasure - our religion". Reference to a Rev. Belaney, an English priest, who has gone to Rome. 2pp

804 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

75 7 March 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, 351 Bath Crescent, Glasgow, to Kirby: Received kindly by Scotch and Irish priests and people. At present engaged in preaching in different parishes on the invitation of the pastors. There is a great want of ecclesiastical form and discipline. Dr. Gray and the writer hope to do something about it when they go to Rome in the summer. Account of Rev. David McCartney, who, for some time past has been writing scandalous letters to priests and laity about the moral conduct of some priests, and accusing Dr. Strain of neglect of duty. The writer encloses a copy of his letter to Rev. Cartney, admonishing him to desist. He still continues and since Dr. Strain is reluctant to write to Rome about him, the writer requests Dr. Kirby to put the matter to Cardinal Barnabo. 4pp

76 8 March 1867 Holograph letter from John Ryan, The Presbytery, Thurles, to Kirby: Giving two reasons why a dispensation should be granted to Margaret Kiely [see KIR/1867/55]. In Dr. Kirby's hand - Granted 21st March. 3pp

77 8 March 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Writer wrote in his Lenten Pastoral against the Fenians but his words were not listened to. Account of rising at Tallaght with special mention of those who took part in it. 200 to 300 Fenians made prisoner. Things worse in the South. Fenians who wish to have absolution before entering the fray are refused absolution. Those mortally wounded receive Sacraments. Assure friends in Rome that there is no need for alarm. Both Fenians and Police act with great moderation. Judge Keogh pleased with reception in Rome. Faculties to bless beads for Rev. James Delany, C.C. Kildare. Don't permit Fr. Maher to fast and don't fast yourself. 4pp

805 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1867/

78 9 March 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Dr. Kirby's letter with rescript about Priesthood has arrived. Enclosing a letter to Cardinal Barnabo. Read it and forward it, together with the explanation regarding source of pension. Would desire permission to accept mulcts for dispensing in Public Imp. ie consang. et affinit. Reference to Fenian rising and great injury they will bring on the country. 4pp

79 11 March Holograph letter from Thomas English, George's Street, 1867 Waterford, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Slattery and niece Mrs. Corry, Waterford. 3pp

80 11 March Holograph letter from +D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1. 1867 Requests that Mrs. Dugdale, widow, who has entered the Poor Clares at Kenmare, be dispensed from the Divine Office or Officium Parvum, B.V.M. and that other prayers be appointed. 2. Visit Lady Castlerosse who resides at Hotel Costanzi, Via de S. Nicolo da Tolentino. 3. Extension of faculties for the Vice-Archd. O'Sullivan to hear confessions of Poor Clares, Kenmare. 4] That Very Rev. John Mawe, P.P., Tralee, and V.G. be appointed Dean of the Diocese. Another candidate is Archd. O'Connell. "Fenianism has brought more evil to religion than all the Proselytism ever attempted". 4pp

81 11 March Newspaper cutting from the Cork Examiner and typescript 1867 copy: Circular letter of Bishop Moriarty of Kerry to the clergy of the diocese, regarding excommunication of the Fenians. Enclosed - Typescript copy. 2 items

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82 11 March Holograph letter from Bartholomew Woodlock, Catholic 1867 University, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing family of Dr. Quinlan, medical professor in the University. Dr. Quinlan goes to Rome for 29th June. Thank Cardinal Barnabo and Mgr. Capalti for letter authorising University collection. If necessary the writer will also write. Cardinal well despite anxiety over disturbed state of the country. Hopes for tranquillity soon, but the writer thinks that worse is to come in the shape of anarchy and irreligion. The Fenian leaders are to blame. Catholic Education question advancing every day. Unfairness of University education being admitted. Mgr. Moran suffering from a cold. Regard to old friends, etc. 4pp

83 12 March Holograph letter from Elsy Powell, 24 Grun Street, 1867 Governor Square, London, to Kirby: Thanks for consoling letter and words of comfort. Joy at being a Catholic [a convert]. Love for Catholic churches and ceremonies. Praise of Catholic religion in London. English Church falling into indifference. Sorrow over happenings in Ireland. Sending her photograph and that of her husband's at Dr. Kirby's request. Weather cold. 4pp

84 12 March Holograph letter from W. Mansi, Città, to Kirby: 1867 Requesting Dr. Kirby to pay the expenses incurred by Dr. Walsh, who stayed with them and then was very sick. He only paid 20 scudi when 40 scudi per month would not be sufficient. Rev. Maher, Vice-Rector, did not handle the question satisfactorily. 3pp

85 12 March Holograph letter from M. Haverty, [King's Inn's] Library, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Madden, Dublin. 2pp

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86 12 March Holograph letter from +P. C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: City 1867 and County quiet. Many Fenian prisoners taken and they are generally tradesmen. Severe wintry weather must have caused many deaths among fleeing Fenians. Rising more extensive than realized at first. Reference to Fenian arms; to Stephens who went around respectable schools swearing in young boys; to commission set up to try the prisoners, the leaders will escape punishment like in Italy. Cautioned the people in Lenten and St. Patrick day pastorals. Priests and people acted very well in the emergency. Lord Naas said in the House of Commons that 29 National School teachers had joined, etc. Dr. Moran had a bad cold. 2pp

87 13 March Holograph letter from George Talbot, Vatican, to Kirby: 1867 Cannot accept Dr. Kirby's invitation to dinner, owing to an appointment with His Holiness and to an earlier invitation from Guardian of St. Isidore's. 2pp

88 13 March Holograph letter from Guiseppe Maria di Gesu, SS. 1867 Giovanni e Paolo, Roma, to Kirby: Thanks for stipends for 60 Masses. Enclosing receipt. 2 items

89 14 March Holograph letter from +Eiulio, of Nepi and Sutri, to Kirby: 1867 Cannot celebrate Pontifical Mass on St. Patrick's Day owing to previous engagement. Will be free for Vespers. 2pp

90 15 March Holograph letter from Henry O'Byrne Redmond, 195 Corso, 1867 to Kirby: Accepting invitation to dinner. 1p

91 15 March Holograph letter from Lawrence Forde, Vicariate, 47 1867 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. and Miss Quinlan, Dublin. 2pp

92 16 March Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Spiritual and material welfare [especially health] of the convent is going very well. Honorarium for 40 Masses received. 1p

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93 16 March Holograph letter from Nina H. Roach, Florence, to Kirby: 1867 Returning a book, which is to be called for at Spada, Flamini and Co. Thanks for kindness while in Rome. Reference to Florence. Mr. Roach still suffers from the gout. 3pp

94 16 March Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mr. and Mrs. McDonnell, Dublin. 1p

95 17 March Holograph letter from M. Bernard Purcell, Presentation 1867 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for souvenirs. F. Scully never forwarded the picture of the Madonna to the writer's convent, though Rev. N. Murphy informed them that D. Kirby had sent one with Fr. Scully for them. Request solution to the problem. Tell Pio Nono of the affection and devotion of this convent for him and requests his blessing. 4pp

96 18 March Holograph letter from P. O'Neill, Rostrevor, to Kirby: 1867 Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Hughs and family. Mr. Hughs is an influential mainstay of Catholicity in Belfast. Irish people delighted to hear that Pio Nono is still the idol of Roman people. 4pp

97 18 March Holograph letter from +Thomas Nulty, Navan, Co. Meath, 1867 to Kirby: Thanks for Dr. Kirby's kind and successful efforts with the Cardinal on the writer's behalf. Letter of thanks to Cardinal enclosed. Since Dr. Cantwell's death, five priests have died and many C.C.s are sick, causing extra work and anxiety. Shocking history of Fr. Sheridan, suspended P.P. of Ratoath [see KIR/1861/3054]. It seems that the case is being re-opened. The writer asserts - and tell the Cardinal this - that Rev. Murphy, Rev. Sheridan's curate is innocent, that Rev. Sheridan, who is guilty, is an extremely rich miser, a disgrace to the Priesthood, and that it would be a source of great scandal to examine women in this matter against the priest, etc. 4pp

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98 18 March Typescript copy letter [Italian] from +Paolo Cardinal 1867 Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Explain to Sigr. Filippo Leonardi that the writer never ordered an altar and never paid 300 scudi towards its cost. Dr. Moran says that the priest who ordered the altar might be Rev. Alex Scully. Extend writer's sympathies to Sigr. Filipo on the death of his father. 1p

99 18 March Holograph letter from +William Keane, Queenstown, to 1867 Kirby: Sending a St. Patrick's Day Souvenir. Reference to Fenian rising and to the cold weather, which has stopped all outdoor work. Country alarmed and disturbed. England ought to try and keep Ireland quiet for America is only looking for an opportunity to excite the Irish. Reference to Dr. Connolly's [Archbishop of Halifax] visit to Dr. Cullen and to the fact that he got all he wanted from English Government, i.e., confederation of states in British America and denominational education, which is denied Ireland. Papers say Rome is quiet but in truth Europe is a heaving volcano. Keep a room in the Irish College for the writer next summer. 4pp

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100 18 March Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: An account of the Fenian Rising, especially in Dublin on Shrove Tuesday night; reference to Fenians being refused absolution before rising; to Pastorals against them; to fears that some of the prisoners will be hanged. The whole affair was a piece of "solemn madness" and poor, industrious Catholics will suffer. Reference to the young Cohen's, especially the Cohen who wrote against Dr. Manning, and who will not be corrected by what has happened. The writer would like to call Dr. Moriarty to account for some of his extreme statements against the Fenians and his praise of Protestant Parsons. Dr. Moriarty was first an ardent Young Irelander and now he has gone to the other extreme. Patrick Lavelle has published a fierce article in the 'Connaught Ranger'. Unfortunately it tells a great deal of truth. Dr. Moran was very ill from chest trouble. Dr. Lynch has got into great trouble in Glasgow. Dr, Gray has pitched him off and put himself in the hands of some dissensions Scotch priests [see KIR/1867/75]. Dr. Lynch was doing an immensity of good. Writer refused to dine in the castle for if he went he would lose all power with the poor people and would be held as a Castle pack of the worst kind. It is better to do our duty to the Government and to accept no favours or recompense. Reference to the trouble arising from Jesuits interfering in a mixed marriage case. Also to another mixed marriage case, where a Protestant, beggar and bigot, wants to marry a Catholic lady with £15,000, her parents being unwilling. 7pp

101 19 March Holograph letter from Edward O'Byrne, Toulouse, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for gifts of relics and photograph of the oratory in the Irish College garden. Apologising for delay in writing. 4pp

102 20 March Holograph letter from Rev. John Fulham, Administrator of 1867 Ratoath, Meath Diocese, to Dr. Nulty, Bishop of Meath: An account of the state of the parish when the writer came to it in 1861; of Fr. Sheridan's calumnies against Fr. Murphy, C.C.; of his lack of zeal; of his business transactions in buying land and investments in Royal Bank. [see KIR/1867/97]. 4pp

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103 30 March Holograph letter from +D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding to Dr. Kirby writer's letters to his priest, an address of his which obtained notoriety, a circular of his to his clergy, Fr. Lavelle's letters against the writer and Dr. Manning. Fr. Lavelle's advocacy of revolution should be brought to the notice of the Holy See. Writer defends the doctrinal exactness of a statement of his which Rev. Lavelle is quoting. 4pp

104 20 March Holograph letter from Marinecin H. Roach, Florence, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Would love to return to Rome. Reference to journey to Florence and to Florence itself. 4pp

105 21 March Holograph letter from +James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1867 Father McAlroy would be most suited to become Bishop of Goulburn and Father Lanigan, who was named for Armidale is a most excellent man. Requests Dr. Kirby to suggest to Cardinal Barnabo that the system of nominating Bishops in Australia should be changed. It should be done by the Australian Bishops assembled. Reference to KIR/1867/106 and to his letter to Cardinal Barnabo regarding Rev. Keating, which shows clearly, though does not state, that the Archbishop of Sydney is greatly mistaken in the characters to whom he gives his confidences. 2pp

106 21 March Holograph letter from +James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1867 Six priests [five of them from All Hallows, Dublin] quitted their posts during the writer's absence from the diocese. They have gone to Sydney. The ringleaders, Rev. Patrick Renehan, Rev. Thomas Keating and Rev. Henry Brun have written to Propaganda respecting the writer. An account of Rev. Renehan's previous conduct. They now threaten to go to Rome to lodge more complaints. The writer, in a letter sent to Propaganda through Cardinal Cullen, treats of Renehan and Keating and the writer requests Dr. Kirby to read this letter at Propaganda. 2pp

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107 21 March Holograph letter from +James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1867 Appointing Dr. Kirby his agent in Rome as from 1st January 1867 and enclosing an honorarium of £5. 2pp

108 22 March Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Dr. Lynch is in trouble in Glasgow. Dr. Gray, influenced by three young Scottish priests, is determined to change the system of weekly Congress [regarding administration] agreed to by Dr. Gray and Dr. Lynch on Dr. Lynch's appointment. Also these priests have written to Propaganda charging Dr. Lynch with trying to reverse some decision made by the late Dr. Murdoch regarding an insurance policy of £600, the right of which is in dispute between two parishes. Details. Dr. Lynch has been told by Propaganda not to attempt any innovations. Write to Dr. Lynch and tell him that these things take time to solve in Rome and to be calm. The writer is opposed to Dr. Moriarty's plan on the dis-endowment of Protestant Church property. He suggests a division of the property. The writer's plan is to look on and say nothing. Reasons fo this course. About 600 Fenians have been arrested and some will be hanged. Snow and rain. Dr. Moran is getting well. 2pp

109 22 March Holograph letter from +Daniel McGettigan, Ballyshannon, 1867 to Kirby: Renewal of faculties received with thanks. No Fenianism in Donegal. Recalling Mr. Sweeny, student in Irish College, owing to shortage in the diocese. Left to Dr. Kirby's judgement. Edward McFadden left Propaganda and the writer intends to employ him to teach classics at Letterkenny Seminary. Is there any chance of the Cardinal allowing another Raphoe man into Propaganda. Replied to Cardinal's letter regarding Rev. Dr. McGettigan [see KIR/1867/43]. Writer will guarantee to pay his maintenance if he decides to enter a house of retreat as a pensioner. Enclosing an honorarium for Dr. Kirby. Request for dispensation in radice for a marriage, as brought forward by Rev. Thomas Sheridan, P.P. 3pp

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110 23 March Holograph letter from +P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1867 Enclosing £10 for Dr. Kirby. Telegram, granting dispensation to Miss Kiely [see KIR/1867/76] arrived. Explanation regarding payment for telegram. Requests 1. that Mrs. Greene, who has been superior of the Ursuline Convent for six years, should be eligible for election for another three years. Details. 2. Permission to fill a vacancy in the Chapter which was vacated by death of Dr. O'Connor. 4pp

111 23 March Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, 351 Bath Crescent, 1867 Glasgow, to Cardinal Cullen: Thanks for kindness and support in present difficulties [see KIR/1867/108]. The writer, who has been pushed aside from the Bishop's [Dr. Gray's] council by the young Scotch priests, places his trust in God and awaits patiently Rome's decision. Reference to attempts to steer a peaceful course with Dr. Gray, etc. Going to Lanark for a few days and hopes to visit Dr. Strain. [Was enclosed in KIR/1867/114]. 4pp

112 23 March Holograph letter from +J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1867 [see KIR/1867/88 regarding Matrimonial Dispensation]. The writer, having at the request of the Holy See, investigated the possibility of Charles Story becoming a Catholic, finds that he will not do so until he is convinced of the Catholic Faith. So he renews request for dispensation for a mixed marriage. Writer's abhorrence of such marriages. Fenianism has burst. Little or no Fenianism in Galway, as the people are so much broken down that they don't think anything of the sort. Going to Rome for 29th June. 3pp

113 24 March Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mr. Bernard Hughes and family. He is a leading Catholic in Belfast. 1p

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114 24 March Holograph letter from +P.C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding Dr. Lynch's letter [see KIR/1867/111]. Translate it and give to the Cardinal. Dr. Lynch is now determined to wait developments. Reference to Fenianism. Americans may try to create disturbances but it will only ruin our people. Fifteen of Mr. McSwiney's clerks were arrested, which will greatly injure him. If the Fenians had any success there would be a great carnage. Dr. Moran is up and fairly well. 1p

115 26 March Holograph letter from Sr. Sheil, Ursuline Convent, St. 1867 Mary's, Waterford, to Kirby: Bishop ill for some weeks. Details of sickness. Thanks for permission and indulgences regarding Blessed Sacrament and hopes to promote more devotion while the present Bishop lives. Magistrates induced owners of public houses in Waterford to close on St. Patrick's Day. Dr. Manning is trying to do the same in London for all Sundays. Greetings from friends in the convent. 4pp

116 28 March Holograph letter from J.F. Maguire, Presbytery, Ballybrack, 1867 Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Writer's brother, a major, is going to Rome for Easter. Satisfied about Joseph, who is going back to Ireland [see KIR/1867/51]. Winter severe. Fenians have put the country back 50 years. Leaders will be severely dealt with. Thanks for photos of "Mater Mia". Fee, £46, due to Irish College for Joseph will be brought to Rome by his brother Thomas. 4pp

117 28 March Holograph letter from +M. O'Hea, Skibbereen, to Kirby: 1867 Going to Rome for the celebration of the great anniversary, 29th June, and requests lodgings in the Irish College. Long dissertation of the Pope's joy, when he will see his faithful gathered about him and of his calmness which has confounded his enemies. Ireland is in a bad way. Weather severe, provisions low and dear; Fenianism has brought a blight on the country. Diocese free from any disturbances. 4pp

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118 28 March Holograph letter from Helena M. Barnewall, 75 Via 1867 Borgognona, to Kirby: Enquiring of Dr. Kirby, has he found any convent where the writer could live "in pension". Anxious to be able to allow her daughter to return home on first favourable opportunity. 3pp

119 29 March Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen 55 Eccles 1867 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. James O'Brien, Dublin. 2pp

120 29 March Holograph letter from Ellen FitzSimon [O'Connell], Hotel 1867 Minerva, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Mullins and requesting that Dr. Kirby give him an introductory letter to his Reverend Cardinal Archbishop. Hopes to bring some Spanish friends to see St. Agatha's and the O'Connell monument. 3pp

121 30 March Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Quinlan and three daughters. Mr. Quinlan was formerly editor of the 'Dublin Evening post' and one of their sons is Professor of Medicine in Catholic University. 1p

122 30 March Holograph letter from Edmund J. O'Reilly, S. J., Clongowes 1867 Wood College, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. James O'Kane, Senior Dean of Maynooth College. 1p

123 [] March 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Juliana Delany, Convent of Our Lady of Mercy, Belfast, to Kirby: Request for 100 Masses for intentions listed. Forwarding £5 for the Masses with Hughes [see KIR/1867/113]. 4pp

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124 1 April 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas English, 3 George's St., Waterford, to Kirby: On Bishop's return from convalescence, in the company of Fr. Fitzgerald, the writer will forward £200, the second instalment for the Altars. March severest ever, and the snow did more to stop the Fenian rising than the troops. Reference to Fenians. Gave a letter of introduction to Mrs. Slattery and her niece. Send Altars home by steamer. They are more careful than sailing vessels. Faculties to enrol in the Five Orders for Rev. Browne. 4pp

125 2 April 1867 Holograph letter from Elizia Butler [niece], 12 Clare Street, Limerick, to Kirby: Family affairs. 4pp

126 2 April 1867 Holograph letter from Bartholomew Woodlock, Rector of Catholic University Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Quinlan and Misses Quinlan. A son is a Professor in Catholic University. 1p

127 3 April 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. James O'Kane, senior Dean of Maynooth College and author of commentary on Roman Ritual. 1p

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128 5 April 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Hopes Dr. Kirby is well and Rome quiet. Dr. Moran is at Tara convalescing. Weather very severe. Fenians suffered in it. Trials of several hundred Fenians to begin next week. Some may be hanged. American Fenians still very busy in Ireland. Want of business, and employment, cholera, snow, and Fenians cause great poverty, especially in Dublin. Present Government will probably do nothing for Ireland. All important offices are falling into the hands of Freemasons. Workmen of England are rebelling against this, and have banded into Secret Societies. Dr. Leahy got off very well in evidence before Parliament on Tipperary election. Mr. De la Poer has been declared M.P. for Waterford. Dr. Moriarty claims his plans regarding dis- endowment of Protestant Church has won him the approval of several great statesmen. Parliament will never give back old property of the church to the Catholics, only chance is to take it away from the parsons and apply it to public purposes. To confirm 2,400 people, which includes 1,000 old people, at the Redemptorist Mission at Westland Row. Regards to James Maher. 2pp

129 6 April 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Juliana Delany, Convent of Our Lady of Mercy, Belfast, to Kirby: Enclosing an order for £5 [see KIR/1867/123], which was to have been sent with Hughes. 1p

130 6 April 1867 Holograph letter from +Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to secure apartments for the writer for 29th June. Also to send him a copy of the Relatio Status. Reference to Mr. Bernard Hughes; to his charities to Catholic and Protestant causes; to the Presbyterian spirit, which the writer abhors and which is prevalent in North of Ireland Catholics. Reference to a restless and peevish priest, who had written to Propaganda regarding the late Bishop and writer. 3pp

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131 8 April 1867 Holograph letter [and typescript copy] from +D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: Reference to the writer's views or plan on dis-endowment of Protestant Church. His opinion was given, Salva S. Sedis Auctoritate, as a hint to the Bishops, who recommend secularization, with reference to the Holy See. Anxious that his opinions should not be misinterpreted. Glad to hear that some of the Kerry students are ordained before end of Theology course. Pleased with McCarthy, Fullar and Dillane, past Irish College students. Country tranquil. Reference to the dangerous spirit of denying obedience to the Government in Ireland. 2 items

132 11 April 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, 351 Bath Crescent, Glasgow, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and advice. Writer knows that good works must be perfected in the furnace of tribulation. Superior of the Jesuits in Glasgow advises the writer to go to Rome for light and guidance. Requests Dr. Kirby to ask the Cardinal what he would think of this idea. Chief trouble lies with Dr. Gray who, it is reported, has lost his will and memory. Reference to the Scoth and Irish elements. Delighted with the moderation of the Irish group. 2pp

133 11 April 1867 Holograph letter from William Murphy, Castletown Chapel, Finea, Westmeath, to Dr. Nulty, Bishop of Meath: Writer protests his innocence of the three charges, 1. Violation of the confessional seal. 2. Admitting a woman into his house at night. 3. [Bad language], which have been brought against him by Rev. Sheridan, P.P. [see KIR/1867/102].

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134 [c.12 April Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867] Kirby: Requesting news from Dr. Kirby regarding travelling to Rome for the canonization. Will Rome remain quiet and is there any danger of war between France and Prussia. Account of Holy Week ceremonies in Marlborough St, with those who participated. Present Government is to found a school of Science in Dublin with ten Professors. In view of the present Government's policy, which is to support Protestantism, it is likely to be a Queen's College. Reference to the oath taken by policemen who are not Catholic. They swear not to belong to any political society, except the society of Freemasons. What a trap! William Cullen's illness. Dr. Moran recovering. [Letter comes after 12/4/67]. 3pp

135 12 April 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Dr. Moran is getting well. William Cullen's illness. Nothing will be done this year regarding the Protestant Church in Ireland, so the writer will discuss it with Dr. Kirby when he goes to Rome. It is said the Oath's Abolition Bill will pass. Fenians quiet. Reference to report that the Fenians' leader, General [Massy], has turned informer. Dr. Moriarty was a little annoyed with the article in the 'Record', which however has done good. Account of confirmation at St. Andrew's. 1000 adults, 801 boys and girls confirmed in two days. 700 in Marlborough on the same week. Going to Rome by the middle of June. 1p

136 12 April 1867 Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, Tara, to Kirby: Writer quite recovered and convalescing at Tara. Cardinal is very well. Fenians quiet. Engaged in the question of the Established Church. The orthodox views put forward in the 'Record' will probably prevail. Nobody except Aubrey De Vere and Monsell support Dr. Moriarty's theory. Dr. Manning proposed a theory of his own, but it would be better if all good Englishmen minded their own business, for their interference only sows dissensions and prevents the Government from granting anything. Regards to James Maher. 1p

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137 12 April 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, 351 Bath Crescent, Glasgow, to Kirby: Enclosing a copy of Cardinal Cullen's letter to the writer. He advises him to go to Rome before 29th June, having furnished himself with statistics of Catholics, with letters from the best missionaries of the diocese, expressing their opinion and also from Dr. Strain and Jesuits, if possible, all of course to be kept on the quiet. Leave by the middle of May. Write to Dr. Kirby if in doubt whether the invitation to attend the canonization is extended to Scotland [see KIR/1867/132]. 3pp

138 14 April 1867 Holograph letter from +James Nulty, Trim, Meath, to Kirby: Forwarding letters regarding Rev. Sheridan's case [see KIR/1861/3054, KIR/1867/97, KIR/1867/102]. Observations regarding characters in the case. Inform the Cardinal that there is not the slightest use in investigating the case further. Reference to the business endeavours of the Sheridan family. Inform the Cardinal that the writer is convinced that Rev. Sheridan will leave none of his immense wealth to charity. Now asks leave to suspend him, even "a beneficio". Going to Rome by end of May. 4pp

139 15 April 1867 Holograph letter from George Montgomery, St. Mary's, Wednesbury, to Kirby: A reference as to the good character of Thomas Ahern, sent by the writer and some Catholics, to join the Papal Army and who now asks for a character reference. Forwarding £1 to pay some debts he has contracted in Rome. [In Dr. Kirby's hand - Sent back the £1 and told him to direct no military men to me as I had no time to attend to them]. 2pp

140 16 April 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary P.J. O'Reilly [Prioress], Convent de Bon Successo, Belem, Lisbon, to Kirby: Reference to Madame de Silva, who is to visit the writer soon. She is a Catholic but her husband, who is a nominal Catholic, will not allow her to practice her religion. Reference to some past pupils being in the same position; to their school and numbers attending. Request Pope's Blessing for their convent and school. 4pp

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141 18 April 1867 Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to Kirby: Easter greetings. Reference to health of nuns, etc. 3pp

142 21 April 1867 Holograph letter from Lawrence M. Hayes, Chaplain to Presentation Convent, Cashel, to Kirby: Requests faculties 1. to bless and indulgence beads, etc. 2. to bless and invest with the Scapular. 3. to bless crosses, medals etc. of the B.V.M. etc. 4. to receive children into the Sodalities of Mary and the Angels. 5. personal privilege of an altare privilegatum for three days of the week. 4pp

143 22 April 1867 Holograph letter from +D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Renewal of sexennial faculties. Writer's health will not permit him to go to Rome for 29th June. 2pp

144 22 April 1867 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Vicariate, 47 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Easter greetings to Dr. Kirby, Maher, Mogliazzi. Reference to mission by the Redemptorists at St. Andrew's; to confirmations, to his own parish of Booterstown; to the setting up of a Board of Diocesan Examiners to examine candidates for Orders and Faculties for Confessions. Privilege of privileged altar received with thanks. Requests dispensation [ad cautelam] for a female penitent who took a vow to enter religion, if her father recovered. Cardinal and Dr. Moran well. 4pp

145 22 April 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas English, 3 George's St., Waterford, to Kirby: Forwarding £66.13.4, second instalment or 2/3 of the price of the altar for the Cathedral. Reference to previous instructions regarding transport of the altar [see KIR/1867/124]. Writer not too well so cannot go to Rome. Bishop is also unwell. Spring is wet. Fenianism has passed away. Report of threatened outbreak in Rome. 4pp

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146 24 April 1867 Holograph letter from Agnes Horner, 1709 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Sick for three months. Sending a souvenir to Dr. Kirby. 1p

147 24 April 1867 Holograph letter from M. O'Connor, S. J., Loyola College, Bullinin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. McCredy, of Philadelphia. 2pp

148 24 April 1867 Holograph letter to Fr. Conroy, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Rev. M. Dilworth, Diocese of Cloyne, forwards £25 on behalf of his nephew, Mr. Coyen or Cojen, a student in Irish College. Dr. Moran convalescing. William Cullen recovering. Tories gained a victory over the Liberals on the Reform Bill. Gladstone is discouraged and has retired a lot from public life. The only party willing to help Ireland will not be able to help us. Several Catholics voted for the Tories. 4pp

149 24 April 1867 Holograph letter from +James Rogers, St. Bridget's, Bishop of Chatham, to Kirby: Thank God for the conversion of Mrs. Keavny. Will be glad to confirm her in the chapel of his college. 1p

150 25 April 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas D'Arcy McGee, 71 Champs Elysees, Paris, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby for a "glimpse of good hope" in the Montreal Parish Campaign. Reference to Mr. Ryan. Reference to Montreal's devotedness to the Holy See. Requests information regarding Irish College and St. Agatha's for an article for the Tablet, official organ of Archbishop McCloskey. 3pp

151 25 April 1867 Holograph letter from George Talbot, Vatican, to Kirby: Holy Father has granted Dr. Kirby faculties to Baptize conditionally his convert [probably Mrs. Keavny of KIR/1867/149]. 2pp

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152 25 April 1867 Holograph letter from Sam. Pratt Winter, Hotel de Roma, to Kirby: Leaving a box of rosaries and crucifixes at the Irish College, for which Dr. Kirby promised to obtain the Benediction of His Holiness. Bring to the notice of the Holy Father the labours, mostly Church building, of Rev. Mr. Farrelly, of Hamilton, and maybe the Pope would be pleased to give some donation towards a new church he is to build at Coleraine, 20 miles from Hamilton. 2pp

153 25 April 1867 Holograph letter from James Canon McMahon, P.P., St. Michan's, Dublin, to Kirby: Requesting a dispensation from Voto "perpetuae castitatis", for Mary Anne Coughlan. Details. Cardinal well and indefatigable. Reference to his labours of visitation and confirmation. Fenian trials commencing. 3pp

154 27 April 1867 Holograph letter from Robert Sutton, Accademia Ecclesiastica, Roma, to Kirby: Introducing Don Luigi Folchi, who desires Dr. Kirby's acquaintance. [Now attached, by mistake, KIR/ 1867/154a - 'April 1867' printed circular address by Fr. P. O'Kane, Downpatrick, having distributed shamrocks, inviting prayers to St. Patrick.] 2 items

155 28 April 1867 Holograph letter from Charlotte Kenney, [], to Kirby: Enclosing a donation for the Irish College and it is to be accepted as it were coming from the hands of the late Henry O'Reilly [see KIR/1867/157]. Request prayers of the students for him. 2pp

156 29 April 1867 Holograph letter from Joseph R. Chandler, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. M.F. Martin. 2pp

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157 Easter Holograph letter from +P.C. Cullen, 55 Eccles St., Dublin, Tuesday to Kirby: Sent Dr. Kirby's letter to Mrs. O'Reilly. She will April 1867 be greatly consoled by the edifying death of her son [student in Irish College]. In all churches of the Diocese with scarcely an exception, the Holy Week ceremonies were carried out. They are also becoming common in the rural districts. Dr. MacEvilly sent a copy of the 'Connaught Patriot'. From it, Fr. Lavelle appears to have preached at Tuam coram Abp. Et clero, and to have published a wicked letter against Dr. Manning. He also published a letter in an American paper, the 'Irish People', defending the Fenians. The 'Irish News' published by Martin O'Brennan in London, and which was denounced by Dr. Manning has failed. It would have done immense mischief. Tell James Maher that Rev. Hamilton forwarded the Agnus Dei wax to Mrs. Maher, Kingstown Convent. Forward Rev. Hamilton's coat, if found. Regards to Cardinals Barnabo, Reisach and Rev. Maher. 1p

158 1 May 1867 Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Thanks for rescripts 1. appointing Rev. Kirwan as Dean; 2. regarding the custody of the Blessed Sacrament in oratories of convents. Requests a dispensation from the condition attached that the Chaplain should carry the key of the Tabernacle. It is impracticable. Reason given. Requests privilege of communicating to all his priests the faculty of granting a Plenary Indulgence at the hour of death. Also that his "Missionaries" be dispersed from saying the Divine Office while actually on mission duty. It seems to be a request for a renewal of the request for the dispensation, which renewal is left to Dr. Kirby's discretion. Cannot go to Rome for 29th June owing to heat and journey. 4pp

159 1 May 1867 Holograph letter from +George Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Going to Rome for 29th June, together with Dr. Power, Coadjutor of Killaloe. Requests lodgings at the Minerva, if Dr. Kirby cannot do better for them elsewhere. Dr. Kirby's brother, William, has received the last Sacraments but is now rallying. 2pp

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160 2 May 1867 Holograph letter from Olivia C. Ellis, 16 Quattro Fontane, to Kirby: From one who seems to have been receiving instructions in the Catholic Faith from Dr. Kirby. The only obstacle seems to be her inability to believe in miracles. Dr. Kirby's efforts in her regard may not yet be lost and requests his prayers. 4pp

161 2 May 1867 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Vicariate, 47 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Matrimonial dispensation for James Brady to marry Teresa Brady, niece of his former wife. Requests Dr. Kirby's opinion on whether the new relaxation of the Papal Constitutions regarding Secret Societies, whereby a simple renunciation is sufficient for absolution, means that members, who go to confession to a confessor with faculties to absolve in such cases, can receive absolution by a simple renunciation in the sacrament of penance or does it mean that they must make the renunciation outside the confession and before proper Ecclesiastical authority. 3pp

162 2 May 1867 Holograph letter from John Burke, Pallaskenny, to Kirby: Thanks for the relics. Hopes that God will give Dr. Kirby strength to stand up to the extra trouble which will be caused by the presence of the Bishops in June. Reference to relations, especially William Kirby, Mrs. Butler, Sister de Ricci and his mother. Perhaps the Bishop, Dr. Butler, would take home the relics. Regards to Dr. Crotty, whose father died last [March]. 4pp

163 3 May 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: More regarding the case of Rev. Walsh and his pension [see KIR/1867/78]. Clearing up some misinterpretations made in a report to Cardinal Barnabo on the case. Specifying the revenue of Rev. Walsh's late parish at £260 per annum; Rev. Walsh's conduct, since his visit to Rome in suing his successor for money etc. Private - The writer intends to get a Coadjutor soon and relieve himself of much responsibility. 3pp

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164 5 May 1867 Holograph letter from +Michael [Kieran] Archbishop elect Armacansis [Armagh], to Kirby: First part - Application on the part of Kieran for a dispensation from Imp. Cognationis spiritualis for Philip Callan and Joanna McDonnell. Second part - From Capalti. Dispensation granted. 3pp

165 6 May 1867 Holograph letter from +N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to book accommodation at Minerva for the writer and Dr. Butler. Leaving Ireland 10th June, arriving 15th June. 2pp

166 7 May 1867 One holograph letter and handwritten copy of reply. First letter from Florence McCarthy, Berchevan Mines, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby that he is about to leave the world for a religious life; that he is forwarding £45 to help pay his debt in the Irish College with plans to pay off of the remainder of the debt. Will join an order immediately when this matter is settled. Second letter [enclosed in the preceding letter] from Dr. Kirby, Irish College Rome, to Fr. McCarthy - Arrangements accepted, asking Fr. McCarthy to have his father and brother sign an enclosed formula whereby they agree to pay the remainder of the debt. 6pp

167 8 May 1867 Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. A., to Kirby: Introducing Father Martin, Passionist of Blessed Paul of the Cross Monastery, Pittsburgh. Thanks for letters and photographs of the Immaculate Conception. Desire to go to Rome on a Pilgrimage. Sending a copy of a photograph of the Archbishop of Pittsburgh from Archbishop Carroll to Archbishop Spalding, for the Pope. Spalding was reported dead lately but is now going to Rome. Reference to Rev. Stillinger, who baptized six and married four of writer's family; to the growth of religion in Western Pennsylvania, etc.

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168 8 May 1867 Holograph letter from Charles McCarthy, P.P., [Aghiera], Macroom, to Kirby: Requests dispensation from Impediment 2° and 2° consanguinity for Mary Nagle and John Nagle, Ahabollogue. 3pp

169 9 May 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his hospitality. As Dr. Kirby will have plenty of company, the writer would prefer lodgings or an hotel. Arrange this. Awaiting Mrs. Greene's rescript. Reference to her time in office, etc. [see KIR/1867/110]. 2pp

170 10 May 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen Dublin, to Kirby: Reference to Dr. Kirby's trouble with many Irish families, probably visitors to Rome. Reference to a Miss Kenny. Mrs. O'Reilly thankful for Dr. Kirby's account of the death of her son [see KIR/1867/157]. Dispensation for Jew carried out. Account of dedication of the new Church in Granard, at which the writer assisted and preached, with numbers and names of Bishops who attended. Writer's praise for Dr. Kilduff's improvements in the Diocese. Reference to a visit to Lord and Lady Granard; the latter has become a Catholic. Reference to her mother's [Lady Esmonde] anger at this. She says she will give the £70,000, which she promised to give to Lady Granard, to the Protestant Church. Fenian trials are on and some are sentenced to death. Hope they will not be executed. Reference to the writer's work before leaving for Rome on the 12th June. Bringing all his dresses and expects that he will need a carriage and servants in Rome. Dr. Kieran, Dr. Leahy, Cashel, Dr. Delaney, Dr. Keane and others are going. Rev. Doran, past Irish College priest and Hackett of Propaganda have typhus fever. Hopes that Rome will remain quiet. 2pp

171 10 May 1867 Holograph letter from A. Quinn, Zaragosa, Spain, to Kirby: Going to Rome and requests Dr. Kirby to arrange lodgings for him either in the Irish College, or elsewhere. Hold any letters that may arrive for him. 2pp

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172 12 May 1867 Holograph letter from Eliza Kirby Lyon, Chicago, to Kirby: Received news of Dr. Kirby from Dr. Smith. Also received from him the beautiful album and cap. Sending the cap to her mother in Stonington, Conn. Bishop Duggan is taking a letter and some photographs for them to Dr. Kirby. Would be delighted to visit Rome and Dr. Kirby. 3pp

173 12 May 1867 Holograph letter from James M. Lyon, Chicago, to Kirby: Thanks for presents sent through Dr. Smith. Hope to visit Rome sometime. Sending a letter with Bishop Duggan for Dr. Kirby. 2pp

174 13 May 1867 Holograph letter from Sam Pratt Winter, Hotel de Roma, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness and advice. Mr. O'Brien who dined in Irish College, Easter Sunday, will deliver the document to Mrs. Ford for her sister. If it does not rain, hope to reach Terni to-morrow on way to Florence. 2pp

175 13 May 1867 Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to Kirby: Acknowledging receipt of 5 scudi for 22 Masses. 50 Masses of the 22/4/67 have been celebrated. Affairs of the convent doing well. 1p

176 14 May 1867 Holograph letter from Girolamo Roberti, Ancona, to [Kirby]: Requesting copy of a work on Ireland and O'Connell, on behalf of Antonio Papi. 1p

177 15 May 1867 Holograph letter from John McCarthy, R.C.C., Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Thanks for kind remembrances of the writer in letters to Dr. O'Brien. Now in Mitchelstown for seven years, under Dr. O'Brien, whom the writer praises for his work for religion. Bishop going to Rome. Request for a copy of the painting of B.V.M. in the College Chapel and for a list of relics. Enclosing £8, £6 to cover expenses and £2 to help keep the B.V.M. altar in the College Chapel. Hope to go to Rome sometime again. 3pp

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178 16 May 1867 Holograph letter from Edmond Walsh, C.C., Rosbercon, New Ross, to Kirby: Requesting renewal of faculty to bless beads, etc. Also request faculties to attach the Brigittine Indulgence to beads and the Apostolic Indulgence to crosses, medals, etc; also the supplemental Masses proper to the order of the discalced Carmelite nuns for their convent in New Ross. 4pp

179 16 May 1867 Holograph letter from Wilhelmina Quinlan, 32 Via de Greci, to Kirby: Thanks for books. Would like to speak to Dr. Kirby before he arranges an audience with Holy Father for the writer. 2pp

180 16 May 1867 Holograph letter from D. Placido Contesso, St. Scolastica, Subiaco, to Kirby: The abbot and community of St. Scolastica, Subiaco, send Dr. Kirby a present of some part of a young goat. 1p

181 17 May 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: False rumour that Dr. Spalding was dead. Dr Timon, however, is dead. Leaving for Rome about Pentecost. At present busy confirming and visiting parishes. Confirmed 470 in Rathfarnham yesterday. Some Fenians have been sentenced to death, but will probably be pardoned. Dr. Grace of Minnesota is here on way to Rome. Bishops leaving by 1st June. All well. Rathfarnham nuns received confirmation of their rules only for ten years. Regards to James Maher, etc. 1p

182 20 May 1867 Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, to Kirby: Bishop Domenec, together with Archbishop of Cincinnati and other, leave for Rome, carrying three photographs, one for the Pope, one for Dr. Kirby and one for Passionists of St. John and Paul. Hope Father Martin has arrived safely in Rome. Reference to grandeur of the coming ceremonies in Rome. An attached cutting from a newspaper, which announces Bishop Domenec's departure for Rome, also states that the Diocese of Pittsburgh collected 13,000 dollars Peter's Pence. 3pp

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183 21 May 1867 Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to Dr Moran: Church affairs in Australia, dealing especially with the appointment of Bishops to certain dioceses. Dr. Lanigan is to be consecrated for Goulburn. Reference here to Rev. McAlroy. It is reported that Melbourne is to be divided and that Dr. Sheil will give up Adelaide for a new diocese in Victoria and that Dean Hayes who resigned from Armidale will get another new diocese in Victoria. Writer thinks Dr. Sheil would be better to stay in Adelaide and Dean Hayes is unfit to be Bishop. Tell Cardinal Cullen these and other facts and get him to speak to the Cardinal Prefect on them. Advising Dr. Moran to take care of him health. Requests Dr. Moran to purchase a few chalices in Rome, also vestments from the nuns of San Giuseppe, Via Morgana, Roma, and to send them out with the priests and nuns who are to go to Maitland from Ireland. 4pp

184 21 May 1867 Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Forwarding £20 from Rev. Dr. Fitzgerald D.D., Ballingarry, to pay the fee for John Murphy; also £23.5.0 from Dr. Darby to pay for Patrick Tynan; also £20 from Rev. James Maher to pay for candlesticks sent to St. Mary's Convent, Cabra. Request a dispensation 'quoad defectum aetatis' for John Leahy, student of All Hallows for Buenos Ayres. Writer does not know yet if he is to accompany the Cardinal to Rome. Rev. John O'Beirne of Longford is dead. Regards to James Maher, Moliazzi, etc. 2pp

185 22 May 1867 Holograph letter from +Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and for information regarding Dr. Sheehy's appointment. Forwarding a letter to Dr. Kirby for Cardinal Barnabo. Show it to Cardinal Cullen and if he approves, send it in. 1p

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186 22 May 1867 Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Cardinal Barnabo sent the writer a letter regarding Rev. Mr. Stone. Writer will take him into his diocese as requested. Short of priests, but would prefer to wait for steady, disinterested and temperate ones. Hope Dr. Kirby got the writer's letter regarding Dr. Sheehy, Sydney. [see KIR/1867/32]. The writer does not approve of Dr. Sheehy's appointment as Bishop or of Dr. Lanigan, Goulburn. Sending Dr. Kirby a letter for Dr. Moran, who will be in Rome for 29th June. Read it [see KIR/1867/184] and tell the Cardinal [Cullen] also to read it, if Dr. Moran does not come to Rome. 4pp

187 23 May 1867 Holograph letter from Antonio Papi, Ancona per Morro d'alba, to Kirby: Writer thanks Dr. Kirby for accepting a copy of his work on Emancipation and O'Connell in Ireland. Greatly helped in this work by O'Connell's nephew [see KIR/ 1867/176] 3pp

188 23 May 1867 Holograph letter from Girolamo Roberti, Morrodi Tesi, to Kirby: Pleased that Dr. Kirby accepted and liked the work [see KIR/1867/176 and /187]. 1p

189 23 May 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Walsh, Carlow, to Kirby: Forwarding £180 left by the late Thomas Donnellan of Clane, Co. Kildare to the diocese's Peter's Pence fund. Thus the diocese's contribution reaches £2434. Request thanks from the Pope. Enclosing petition to Propaganda for a poor woman in Carlow. Regards to Father Maher. 2pp

190 24 May 1867 Holograph letter from Diabella Beltzhoover, [], to Kirby: Explaining to Dr. Kirby why she left Rome before completing her confession. At present unwell but will return to finish the confession and go to Holy Communion. Writer would like Dr. Kirby to let her keep a picture and some letters and assures him that they are not an occasion of sin. Will follow Dr. Kirby's counsel. 4pp

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191 24 May 1867 Holograph lettere from +J. Walsh, Carlow, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby that he posted letter and requests Fr. Maher to acknowledge its arrival. [see KIR/1867/189] 1p

192 24 May 1867 Holograph letter from J.H. Browne, 36 High St., Belfast, to Kirby: On the directions of Bishop O'Brien, Waterford, the writer [a Protestant] requests a dispensation to marry Miss Julia McKenna of Waterford. The Bishop has the facts of the case. Marriage arranged to take place in ten days time in London. 1p

193 24 May 1867 Holograph letter from +John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: Travelling to Rome with Dr. Butler and Dr. Power. Requests lodgings with the above mentioned Bishops. Bishop of Elphin will hardly be able to go. Poor people in west Galway and Mayo are in a most pitiful condition and unless they get Government aid, they will suffer famine. Writer hates to have to leave them. The tranquillity of Rome shows the digitus Dei. 2pp

194 24 May 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas McKenna, 123 and 124 Quay, Waterford, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby for a dispensation for his daughter to marry a Protestant [see KIR/1867/192]. Marriage to take place in London as Dr. O'Brien would not allow it to take place in Waterford. 3pp

195 26 May 1867 Holograph letter from Charlotte Kenney, Sans Conci, Booterstown, to Kirby: Requesting a sketch and the probable amount of the tablet to be erected over the tomb of her nephew, Henry O'Reilly [see KIR/1867/157 and /170]. Mr. and Mrs. O'Reilly are deeply thankful to Dr. Kirby for all he did for their son and also for the kind letter sent through Cardinal Cullen. Still remembering Rome and the kindness of Dr. Kirby to her. Weather cold and snow in London. Regards to Fr. Maher. [Price given in Dr. Kirby's hand - Tablet - £7, inscription - £1.7.0 to £2.14.0]. 4pp

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196 27 May 1867 Holograph letter from P. Nolan, St. John's Church, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for obtaining indulgence in favour of the members of the Association of Our Blessed Lord in the Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist. Published the indulgence in St. John's Church and at Ballygunner. Now nearly 600 members and trying to get other priests interested. Reference to the faithfulness of the people in carrying out their weekly visits. Bishop improving. Reference to his diet and to an intended visit to Dr. Corrigan of Dublin. Mrs. Sheil of the Ursuline Convent is grateful for Dr. Kirby's kindness. 4pp

197 27 May 1867 Holograph letter from Maria Sutton, 3 Victoria Road, Cork, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to remind Dr. Delany, Cork, to call to see her brother Robert at St. Bridget's Rome. Preparing for music and French exams next month. 4pp

198 27 May 1867 Holograph letter [and typescript copy] from +T. Grimley, St. Mary's, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, to Cardinal Cullen: Trouble regarding Chaplain for St. Helena Mission. Details. If the writer could get £200 from the Government per annum for an officiating priest on the island, that sum would support 2 Friars and to obtain these two Friars, he would like the Cardinal's assistance at Propaganda. Giving the facts regarding Father Kums, whom the writer took into his diocese, eventually sent to Belgium to collect funds but travelled to Dublin instead and whom he later forbade to collect or return to his Vicariate. Important details regarding schools for Catholics - Marist Brothers, Dominican nuns and difficulties in this matter. Reference also to the Colonial Parliament having passed the Voluntary Principle. The Bill will take £500 per annum from each Vicariate, Dr. Moran's and the writers, though the other religions are Government supported. 2 items

199 28 May 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Diomara [Abbadessa], S. Bernardino, to Kirby: Thanks for the Immaginetta.. 2pp

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200 28 May 1867 Holograph letter from M. Agatha Cullen, Presentation Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his gifts of painting, beads, pictures, etc. Request for prayers for guidance during coming election for a Rev. Mother, and also for Dr. Dunne, P.P. Numbers increasing in the convent. 4pp

201 28 May 1867 Holograph letter from Edward Kelly, Lisburn, to Dr. Dorrian, Belfast: Requesting that the Foundation Mass to be said every day of the year on the altar of the parish church of St. Patrick's, Lisburn, and which was established by Rev. Edward Dempsey, P.P. of [Blanis] at the rate of £30 per annum, be commuted and reduced to an obligation more reasonable in view of the exigencies of the clergy and people. Lengthy reasons given. 8pp

202 28 May 1867 Holograph letter from Cha Eyre, Minerva Hotel, to Kirby: Canon Knight and the writer accept Dr. Kirby's invitation to dine with him. Will do so after the Pope's Benediction at St. John Lateran's. 1p

203 30 May 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Chadwick, [A. Castle], to Kirby: Introducing Mr. N. Chadwick. 2pp

204 31 May 1867 Holograph letter from J. Hughes, P.P., Naas, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to obtain lodgings for him in Rome. 1p

205 Feast of Holograph letter from A. Quinn, Venice, to Kirby: Report Corpus on journey to Venice and details of journey to Munich via Christi 1867 Trieste. Reference to the friendly feeling towards clergy in North Italy. 2pp

206 1 June 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Diomira Ferrrari, Abbadessa, S. Bernardino, to Kirby: Apologizing for not acknowledging the receipt of the Napoleon d'oro from Dr. Kirby, which he seems to have sent in payment for some work done for him by the Sisters. 1p

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207 1 June 1867 Holograph letter from Florence McCarthy, Berchaven Mines, to Kirby: Thanks for kind answer to KIR/1867/166. Writer's father will not undertake to pay the debt so he will have to wait for three months in order to have the formula signed by his brother in Australia. If his brother does not pay, then he will go on some foreign mission, where he would have more remuneration than in Kerry. Did not tell the Bishop yet of his plans, but priests are plentiful and so he does not expect any objection. Spring bad and famine threatening. Fenian sentences have been commuted. Pray for Ireland. Rev. Fuller and Dillon are strong and well and send their regards. 4pp

208 1 June 1867 Holograph letter from Sister Mary Paul, Presentation Convent, Fermoy, to Kirby: Thanks for painting of the Sacred Heart, received through Rev. David Walsh. Reference to the first High Mass in Fermoy, in honour of the Sacred Heart, being celebrated in their chapel last year on the suggestion of Dr. Hutch and the clergy hope to make it an annual occurrence. Dr. Keane going to Rome and requests Dr. Kirby to take good care of him. He is to bring back the Pope's Blessing for their community. They hope that it will make them all Saints. 4pp

209 1 June 1867 Holograph letter from William Kirby, 12 Clare St., Limerick, to Kirby: Writer's health - bad, good, bad - Reference to Fathers Condon and Fitzgerald, Dr. Butler, Rev. Burke and friends. Request for prayers. 4pp

210 2 June 1867 Holograph letter from Michael Cody, The Presbytery, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Fr. Kavanagh, writer's Administrator will convey the writer's respects to Dr. Kirby and students when he arrives in Rome. The satisfactory success of Peter's Pence collection to-day was due to Fr. Kavanagh. Be kind to him 3pp

211 2 June 1867 Holograph letter from +E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. M. Kavanagh, Administrator of St. Mary's, Rev. Mr. Neary and Rev. Mr. Raslis. 1p

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212 2 June 1867 Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, Thurles College, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to provide lodgings for Dr. Leahy and the writer - separate apartments with a common sitting room. Would have been glad to avail of Dr. Kirby's kind hospitality in the Irish College. 2pp

213 3 June 1867 Holograph letter from John J. Lalor, 1 Spitalfields, Dublin, to Kirby: Delivered the letters and candles safely at the Convent at Sion Hill. Requests Dr. Kirby to hand an enclosed Bill for £20 to Hogan, first instalment for a Bassorilievo of the Virgin and Child, which he is to execute for the writer. 2pp

214 4 June 1867 Holograph letter from Convent of Our Lady of Mercy, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, to Kirby: Requesting two Novenas of Masses for their dear Rev. Mother. Second half of a £1 note will be forwarded on acknowledgement of the first half. 2pp

215 4 June 1867 Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Forward the enclosed £180 Peter's Pence money and request Papal Benediction. Sorry cannot go to Rome. Regards to Rev. Maher. 2pp

216 6 June 1867 Holograph letter from Michael Brady, Kiladuff, to Kirby: Enclosing £15 to the account of his son, Patrick Brady. 1p

217 6 June 1867 Holograph letter from Rev. Walshe, Waterford, to Kirby: Prepaid telegram requesting dispensation for Julia McKenna, [Catholic], to marry James Brown, [Protestant]. [see KIR/1867/192 and /194]. 1p

218 6 June 1867 Holograph letter from Sister Mary Angela, Presentation Convent, Galway, to Kirby: The Bishop will deliver this note. Reference to his last visit when Dr. Kirby said that he intended to forward Rosary Beads with the Bishop for the writer, something she never got. Would value a souvenir from Rome. Request for a piece of the Holy Cross, to be taken to her by the Bishop on his return. 4pp

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219 6 June 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Leaving for Rome about the 13th and hopes to arrive there by the 20th. Fenians reprieved. Writer went to the Lord Lieutenant to plead their cause. Request servants and carriage, etc., for the 20th. Dr. Moran travelling with the writer. Eight or ten Irish Bishops are to go. Regards to James Maher and Mgr. Mogliazzi. 1p

220 9 June 1867 Holograph letter from Sac. Giovanni Bosco, Turin, to Kirby: Gave Dr. Kirby's address to some friends, who are visiting Rome, so as to satisfy their pious curiosity. Enquiring after Dr. Kirby's health. Remaining lines of the letter are illegible. Enclosed is a printed circular letter from Don Bosco sent to those who contributed to his establishment for the youth of Turin, informing them that the Holy Father has blessed them and granted Indulgence under the usual conditions. 2 items

221 9 June 1867 Holograph letter from Esmy Mary Fitzgibbon, 19 Pembroke Road, to Kirby: Renewing acquaintances with Dr. Kirby and congratulating him on the wonderful festival to take place in Rome. Did not write for two years owing to having suffered so much on the death of her beloved brother. Prayers requested for him. Her aunts send their regards to Dr. Kirby. Rev. W. Donnelly will deliver this note. 3pp

222 9 June 1867 Holograph letter from Esmy Mary Fitzgibbon, 19 Pembroke Road, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. W. Donnelly. Repetition of contents of KIR/1867/221. Letter was delayed. 4pp

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223 9 June 1867 Holograph letter fom +M. O'Hea, Bishop of Ross, Skibbereen, to Kirby: Starting for Rome, together with Dr. Keane, after conference with his clergy tomorrow. Taking as Chaplain, Rev. Patrick Madden of Clonakilty, who has lived up to expectations of Cardinal Barnabo. Enclosing £125, Peter's Pence from Ross. Writer would like to present it to the Pope when he arrives in Rome, but leaves it to Dr. Kirby's discretion. Details of route to Rome. Reference to the glorious day that the 29th June will be etc. Hoping his cell in St. Agatha's will be ready. 4pp

224 9 June 1867 Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to obtain a ticket for the writer for the celebrations at St. Peter's on the 29th June. Affairs of the convent are going well but illness is still prevailing. 2pp

225 10 June 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. M.C. Elliott, St. Catherine's Dominican Convent, Sion Hill, to Kirby: Thanks for gift of handsome candle, received through Mr. Lalor. Sr. M. de Ricci is advancing in holiness and wishes to be remembered to her uncle and would more prefer a nice long letter from him than half of Rome. Requests prayers for some Sisters, who are going on the Foreign Mission. 4pp

226 11 June 1867 Holograph letter from M.E. Corbally, London, to Kirby: Introducing his P.P., Rev. John Kelly. 2pp

227 12 June 1867 Holograph letter from W. Kirby, 12 Clare Street, Limerick, to Kirby: Dr. Butler called before leaving for Rome. He is a great friend and admirer of Dr. Kirby's. Writer's health. No account of Mr. Murphy or his parcel. Limerick filled with judges, lawyers, jurors, etc., for Fenian trials. Reference to Rev. Condon, Kepple, Bourke, friends and relations. Expecting a letter etc. from Dr. Kirby through Dr. Butler. 4pp

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228 13 June 1867 Holograph letter from M.C. McCredy, Hotel de Rome, to Kirby: Requesting an audience with the Holy Father and also a ticket for 29th June ceremonies. 1p

229 13 June 1867 Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing £45.6.11, fees for students John Barton, Martin Ryan, Thomas Byrne. Leaving with the Cardinal to-morrow for Rome. Cardinal was delayed for one day owing to having caught a cold at Maynooth ordinations. Michael Verdon is to travel with them. Father Donnelly has left for Rome and Rev. Purcell will leave on Sunday. 1p

230 13 June 1867 Holograph letter from G. Annighi, Causa di Canonizzazione del B. Giovanni Battista de Rossi, [], to Kirby: Requesting Miss stipends from Dr. Kirby for some ecclesiastical dignitaries who are to stop in the writer's college around the 29th June. [In Dr. Kirby's hand - Sent 2.50]. 2pp

231 17 June 1867 Holograph letter from +L. Gillooly, Sligo, to Kirby: Leaving for Rome, after much doubt, and arriving there by the 26th. Requesting lodgings in Irish College or elsewhere. 1p

232 18 June 1867 Holograph letter from +E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Forwarding £840, Peter's Pence. Cardinal Cullen will apologize to the Holy Father for the writer's absence from Rome. Enclosing £10 for Dr. Kirby. 2pp

233 18 June 1867 Holograph letter from Edward McDonald, St. Kyran's College, Kilkenny, to Kirby: The Bishop would like a few more students under Dr. Kirby's care. Some would be prepared to start Theology studies. Requests an answer regarding number of students Dr. Kirby could take in. Dr Kirby's beautiful painting is a great addition to the College Chapel [Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary]. 3pp

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234 19 June 1867 Holograph letter from +William Keane, Grand Hotel, Marseilles, to Kirby: Leaving for Naples and requests Dr. Kirby to write to Palazzo Pinto, Vico del Casto, Napoli, letting him know what day he is to be in Rome. Writer wishes to spend a few days there and from Bradshaw's Guide he sees that he can leave Naples in the morning and reach Rome at 6 p.m. that evening. Dr. Croke has to cancel his trip to Rome, owing to an unexpected visit from his brother from San Francisco. His curate has come in his place. Met Cardinal Cullen and suite in Irish College Paris. 4pp

235 21 June 1867 Holograph letter from Pauline Campanile, 46 Via Sistina, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby that she has two rooms to let and requests lodgers. 2pp

236 23 June 1867 Holograph letter from +W. Lanigan, Goulburn, to Kirby: Consecrated for the See of Goulburn in the presence of Dr. Quinn, Brisbane, Dr. Quinn, Bathurst, Dr. Murray, Maitland. On the advice of the above, he requests Dr. Kirby to become his agent in Rome. Requesting a solution to the boundary of his Diocese question. [In Dr. Kirby's hand - Reply of Propaganda. Discuss it in your Provincial Council]. 2pp

237 23 June 1867 Holograph letter from +Matthew Quinn, St. John's College, Sydney, to Kirby: Consecration of Dr. Lanigan for Goulburn diocese. Details. He will make an excellent Bishop. Reference to the ability and energy of Father McAlroy in preparing for the consecration and to his great work in the Diocese. The Bishops present have agreed to recommend him for a new See in Australia. Starting an agitation for free education against a law passed a few months ago. A memorial to the Colonial Secretary stating demands was refused so they are now preparing a demonstration of Catholics in Sydney. Dr. Murray was not present at the consecration, so did not sign the memorial. Dr. Sheehy, Sydney, signed for Abp. Polding. Complete agreement regarding education among the Bishops. 3pp

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238 25 June 1867 Holograph letter from +William Keane, Naples, to Kirby: Telegram. Dispatch received; leaving for Rome at 10.30 [see KIR/1867/234]. 1p

239 26 June 1867 Holograph letter from Bernard Hughes, Belfast, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness while in Rome. Account of journey. French would welcome a visit from Pio Nono. Left their two children at the House of the Canonesses of St. Augustine, Rue de Serres 16, Fabourg, St. Germain, Paris. Ask Dr. Dorrian or Rev. Mr. McCaulay to call with them. 2pp

240 27 June 1867 Holograph letter from Monastero della Benedittine di S. Antonio Capra, [Umbria], to Kirby: Letter almost illegible, but it seems to be a request for charity or alms. 3pp

241 1 July 1867 Holograph letter from M. Scully, [], to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to tell her to whom he entrusted the twelve little crucifixes for Julia last Xmas. Julia had already promised them to devout paddies. Dr. Moran, who up to now has avoided nuns, has promised to turn over a new leaf. It will help him on his way to heaven. Reference to her nieces, to Paddy and Alexander [the Priest]. 3pp

242 1 July 1867 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Convent of Our Lady of Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Convent mourns the loss of Dr. Kilduff, who was a father to them. Sending Dr. Kirby a relic of Blessed Margaret Mary, because he has such a true devotion to the Sacred Heart. Still prizing Dr. Kirby's gift of picture of the Sacred Heart. Did writer's sister in Teelong, Australia, write to Dr. Kirby yet? Her Bishop Dr. Goulde, is now in Rome. 4pp

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243 4 July 1867 Holograph letter from Bernard Tracy, [Rome], Pollokshaws, Glasgow, to Kirby: Putting in writing faculties already requested - 1. Powers to bless beads etc. 2. Invest in the various scapulars [here listed]. 3. Faculties to start confraternities of the Sacred Heart. Request similar faculties for Rev. James McNamera, Neilston, Glasgow. 3pp

244 6 July 1867 Holograph letter from E. FitzSimon [née O'Connell], [], to Kirby: Daniel Joseph O'Connell, youngest son of Daniel O'Connell, deceased, and his wife Ellen Forster [Protestant], Cambridge, England, request permission to renew their marriage contract in the presence of a Catholic priest. Children to be Catholics. Archbishop of Westminster does not oppose the application. Their address is Onslow Square, South Kensington, [London]. 4pp

245 6 July 1867 Holograph letter from +Bernardino, Archbishop of [Martang], Tivoli, to Kirby: In answer to Dr. Kirby's letter the writer would suggest Domenico Zoppi to succeed Bartolomeo Barbieri, who was caretaker of Irish College villa at Tivoli. [Italian] 2pp

246 6 July 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas D. F. Barry, St. Andrew's, 47 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to procure for the writer any sketch or life written on Don Vincenzo Pallotti, since the writer saw Dr. Kirby last, sixteen years ago. He would like to translate it into English. Requests also faculties to bless beads, etc. and to receive into the Confraternity of the Seven Dolours and to bless Scapulars. 3pp

247 6 July 1867 Holograph letter from A. O'Callaghan, S. Niccola, Roma, to Kirby: Dr. Butler wishes to have 10 scudi placed to his account. He could not change it before leaving Rome. 1p

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248 6 July 1867 Holograph letter from William Kirby, 12 Clare Street, Limerick, to Kirby: Writer's health. Lizzy Butler now an apprentice to a millinery business. Had to pay a fee of £20 for her etc. Reference to other friends. Expecting an assignment of beads, relics, etc, from Dr. Kirby through Dr. Butler. Mr. Murphy's assignment arrived. Reference to an old Bishop who presented his stick to the Pope. More reference to Dr. Butler. Potato crop very good. 4pp

249 7 July 1867 Holograph letter from Charlotte Kenney, Sans Somi, Booterstown, to Kirby: Forwarding £13.6.0, to pay for a marble slab for the grave of Henry F. O'Reilly. [see KIR/1867/195]. 1p

250 8 July 1867 Holograph letter from Thomas FitzGerald, P.P., Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Account of death and burial of Dr. Kilduff. Cardinal Cullen notified. Dr. Derry, Dr. Kelly and Dr. Leahy attended. Writer sang the Mass. Reference to the writer's years on the mission; to his building achievement; to his health; to Lady Granard, whom the writer received into the church, together with her two daughters. She paid the Architect [McCarthy] for his work on the new church. Informed Cardinal Cullen of Dr. Kilduff and expects a letter granting jurisdiction until Bishop is elected. The pulchi and heat will drive the Cardinal and Bishops home in haste. Renewal of faculties to bless beads, etc., enrol in Habit and Chord of St. Francis. 3pp

251 17 July 1867 Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, 30 Elgin Road, Dublin, to Kirby: Ordering double the amount of Malachite and Lapis Lazule marble from Leonardi, as had been previously ordered. Send home faculties granted by Mgr. Capalti. His Grace bought some books in Rome. Dr. Leahy and Dr. Power were not well on return trip. 1p

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252 17 July 1867 Holograph letter from James Reynold, St. Mel's, Longford, to Cardinal Cullen: The Primate has not been to Rome, is not in Paris or Dundalk, and as faculties to administer the diocesan affairs - appointment of retreat-master [Rev. Harbeson], confessors for retreat and Vicar-Capitular to give canonical notice to P.P.s regarding election of a successor to Dr. Kilduff - are urgently needed, if Cardinal Cullen is still in Rome obtain these faculties direct from Propaganda for Dr. Dawon, who has been named Vicar- Capitular. 4pp

253 17 July 1867 Holograph letter from M. Cullen, Fort View Terrace, Bray, Co. Wicklow, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and photographs for William. Reference to William's health and diet. He is improving. Pray for him. Cardinal told the writer of Dr. Kirby's busy time in Rome for the 29th June and of the death of Dr. Kirby's servant. Requesting Dr. Kirby to come to Ireland for a change. Reference to Loreto nuns who are near them. They have 80 young ladies. 3pp

254 20 July 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Leahy Thurles, to Kirby: Reference to writer's sickness from Rome to Leghorn. Writer left three purple belts in his room. If Dr. Kirby cannot find them buy another one for the writer and send it home in his parcel. Tell Spithouers to forward the books. Only question the people are asking is "How is the Holy Father"? Requests a printed paper in which the Holy Father empowers the Bishops to give the Papal Benediction. Thanks for kindness while in Rome. 4pp

255 21 July 1867 Holograph letter from N. Murphy, Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny, to Kirby: Remembers Dr. Kirby, his past Rector, daily. An account of the writer's work to promote devotion to B.V.M. He enrolled 500 persons in the Brown Scapular of B.V.M. Enclosed - Newspaper cutting on above mentioned from Kilkenny Journal. 2 items

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256 22 July 1867 Holograph letter from Peter Dawson [Ardagh Diocese], Carrick-on-Shannon, to Kirby: Requesting faculties usually given to Vicar-Capitular during the vacancy of a diocese. 1p

257 22 July 1867 Holograph letter from +William Lanigan, Goulburn, [Australia], to Kirby: Requests faculties to bless beads, etc., and to receive into the Confraternity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. 1p

258 22 July 1867 Holograph letter from Madre Dio mira Ferrari [abb.sa], S. Bernardino, to Kirby: Thanks for alms - 2 Napoleoni - to help some future work. 1p

259 22 July 1867 Holograph letter from +Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: Received a letter fom Cardinal Barnabo, giving the list of accusations forwarded against James [probably +James Quinn, Bishop of Brisbane] from some discontented Brisbane priests and asking him to investigate. Will do so but tell Cardinal not to be uneasy regarding Brisbane affairs. Written on a printed circular letter, expressing the views of the Roman Catholic Bishops of New South Wales on Primary Education, as stated in a paper handed to the Colonial Secretary, Mr. Parkes, 21/6/67, and signed by S. J.A. Sheehy, VG, Sydney, and +Matthew Quinn, +James Murray, and +William Lanigan [see KIR/1897/237], demonstration not held as the Prime Minister promised changes in the law regarding education in the present session of Parliament. Little confidence in his promise. 3pp

260 23 July 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Belts found, so cancel order [see KIR/1867/254]. Ask Cardinal Barnabo did he receive a document from the writer? 2pp

261 23 July 1867 Holograph letter from James Maher, On board [near Marseilles], to Kirby: Account of sea journey from Civita Vecchia to within a few hours of Marseilles. Cardinal rested well and improved by the sea-air. Hopes sick students are improving. Will telegraph from Paris. 2pp

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262 23 July 1867 Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to Kirby: Received Dr. Kirby's letter with reference to Brisbane. Accusations against Dr. Quinn and one also from Cardinal Barnabo, requesting the writer and Dr. Matthew Quinn to investigate the matter and report to Propaganda [see KIR/1867/259]. Charges are mostly unfounded and exaggerated. It has to do with some priests, who left the diocese during Bishop Quinn's absence, owing to pecuniary matters [see KIR/1867/106 for details]. It is an unfortunate piece of work and will give bad example. Reference to severe floods, heavy damage and generosity of relief. Regards to James Maher and friends. 4pp

263 24 July 1867 Holograph letter from Maria Cavalleri, [], to Kirby: Writer is a poor man who called on Dr. Kirby yesterday and now would like to take "la minestra" with anyone seeing him. 1p

264 24 July 1867 Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to Kirby: Thanks for letter with 5 scudi [for twenty-five Masses]. Illness of Maria Virginia, a member of the convent in Velletri, etc. 2pp

265 25 July 1867 Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Chestnut Cottage, Sweetman's Avenue, Blackrock, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and £5. Reference to William Kirby and other friends; to those, who are praying for Dr. Kirby. Irish people are proud of Pope's triumph on 29th June. 4pp

266 25 July 1867 Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Paris, to Kirby: Journey from Rome to Paris, where they are stopping with Rev. Murphy, Vice-Rector of Irish College Paris. The students are on vacation. Reference to meeting the Benedictine Abbot of Montserrat, Spain, on board ship, and three novices, who had done their novitiate at Subiaco. Invited to Montserrat. Hopes students have recovered. Thanks for kindness during stay. William Cullen improving. Heavy rain causing alarm for the harvest. No news of Dr. Kieran. Regards to Dr. Lynch, who he hopes is out of his troubles. 2pp

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267 26 July 1867 Holograph letter from +John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, to Kirby: Forwarding £214.10.5, Peter's Pence from Diocese of Dromore. Sorry could not attend canonizations. Reasons against it were heat and business. Repeating a request to have faculties to communicate to any of the priests of the diocese, the powers to absolve, granted to the writer in the Formula Sexta. Reference to the writer's difficulty whether he should wear Dominican Habit in his home and the tonsure or not. Get Cardinal Barnabo's opinion. 3pp

268 28 July 1867 Holograph letter from James Maher, 55 Eccles St., Dublin, to Kirby: Journey from Marseilles to Dublin, with a stop at Dublin. Reference to the terrible wintry weather all along the route from Marseilles. Did not experience the like for the past nine years. Met Frs. Power and Scully and his brother William. Hopes students are improving. Dr. Conroy said that he received £21.12.4 from Honora Shanahan for her son Thomas and £7.17.0 from Rev. John Benton, P.P., Glin, Co. Limerick, for Thomas FitzGerald. He should be sent home on account of ill health. 3pp

269 28 July 1867 Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, Dover, to Kirby: Thanks for medals and kindness, etc. Suffering fom Neuralgia. Forwarding one half of £5 note to have Masses said for deceased relatives and friends. Delighted with ceremonies in Rome. Stopping with nephew and niece before going to Ireland. Direct answering letter to c/o Mrs. Bartley, 108 Summer Hill, Dublin and the other half of £5 note will be forwarded. 6pp

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270 29 July 1867 Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Rome 22nd, Dublin 27th July. James Maher ill on journey. Death of Dr. Dunne, P.P., Kildare, former President of Carlow, and of Mrs. Jeffers. Rev. Mulhall ill. Dr. Kieran at Aix la Chapalle, enjoying the baths. 13th August fixed for meeting to choose a successor to Dr. Kilduff. William Cullen recovering. Nunzio in Paris, to visit Ireland before return to Rome. Rumours in Paris of preparations for war between France and Prussia. Hopes students have recovered. Tivoli will cure them. Reference to student Tynan. Weather cold. Harvest very green. Alarm in France regarding harvest. Dr. Moriarty in his examination before Parliament on Ecclesiastical Titles Bill, said many good things and plenty of foolish things. His speech on Maximilian gave offence to the Ambassadors. Dr. Ullathorne in his examination objected to use of words Roman Catholic in as much as they contain a reproach. Catholic Church should be used. Regards to Dr. Lynch and Mgr. Mogliazzi. 2pp

271 30 July 1867 Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Arrived safely in Ireland. Father Sheridan of [KIR/1867/138] Diocese of Meath, died last night in Coffey's Hotel. It is hoped that he left a will. Supposed to have left something to All Hallows. Tell Propaganda of his death. Dispensation requested in 'voto simplici castitatis' for Mary Anne Lyons. Father Maher well and gone to Co. Meath. Dr. Fenelly also recovered after journey. Death of Dr. Dunne, P.P., Kildare and rumour that Dr. Walsh, Bishop of Kildare, has sent in his resignation. Bishop of Ossory is supposed to have asked for a Coadjutor. Dr. Kieran at Aix la Chapelle and reported unwell. Fr. Beaumont and Mr. Prunty arrived well. Capture of Ferraiuoli, Garibaldian - Fenian leader. He does not believe in God, but there are hopes for his conversion. Presented a petition on behalf of Bishop of Limerick to the Sostitute of the Congregation of Rites, asking Proper Lessons for St. Ita. 3pp

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272 30 July 1867 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, 46 Thomas Street, Limerick, to Kirby: Thanks for money to pay for clothing [see KIR/1867/248]. Reference to William Kirby and to her job; to Fathers Bourke and Condon, her confessor. Dr. Butler ordained three priests in St. John's and the writer got the blessing of one. 4pp

273 31 July 1867 Holograph letter from John J. Lalor, 2 Longfort Terrace, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Forwarding £10 for Mr. Hogan to pay for the bas-relief of the Virgin, which he has ordered. Writer's sister, Mrs. Caulfield, is dead. [see KIR/1867/302]. [In Dr. Kirby's hand. Returned draft for £10 to Mr. Lalor, 22/12/1867]. 1p

274 31 July 1867 Holograph letter from Maria Teresa Marinucci, Badessa, Monastero delle Benedettine di S. Antonio, Capra, [Umbria], to Kirby: Profuse thanks from the writer and her community to Dr. Kirby and his students for his generosity, clemency, mercy, etc. 3pp

275 2 August Holograph letter from +Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to Kirby: 1867 Journey from Rome. Nearly suffocated by charcoal [disinfectant] at the hands of Piedmontese officials. Rev. Sheridan dead [see KIR/1867/138 and /271]. Authorizing Dr. Kirby to open the writer's correspondence, sent to him while in Rome and which had not arrived while he was there, so that he can find two cheques amounting to £800, Peter's Pence, from Meath and can give it to the Cardinal [Barnabo]. Requests an acknowledgement. Complaining of bad postal system between Ireland and Rome. 4pp

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276 5 August Holograph letter from +Patrick Leahy [Thurles], 1867 Llandudno, North Wales, to Kirby: Recuperating after journey to Rome. Requesting information regarding the genuineness of a translation of a Syllabus of Questions, said to have been proposed by the Holy See to the Bishops for consideration, which has appeared in one of the home papers. Writer has received no copy of it from Rome. If genuine, send copies. Also requests a copy of the document whereby Pio Nono gave the Bishops faculties to confer the Papal Benediction. Send parcels of books and marbles home in one parcel [see KIR/1867/254]. Alarmed at reported preparation on the part of the Garibaldians to take Rome. 4pp

277 5 August Holograph letter from Martha Mary Taaffe [Groffe], Veroli, 1867 to Kirby: Is Dr. Kirby's silence caused by illness[] Reference to the Cholera. Reference to the triumph of the 29th June ceremonies and to having got a glimpse of Cardinal Cullen. Desire to see Rome again. 4pp

278 6 August Holograph letter from Ellen FitzSimons, [née O'Connell], 1867 London, to Kirby: Arrived safely. Brother's wife has given birth to a daughter and she is to be baptized a Catholic. Reminding Dr. Kirby of his promise to give her a copy of the life of her Papa. Please forward something to Countess d'Erebo. 2pp

279 6 August Holograph letter from Kirby, Irish College Rome, to 1867 Cardinal Barnabo and handwritten reply: Forwarding £214.10.5, Peter's Pence, on behalf of Bishop of Dromore, Dr. Leahy. C. Barnabo. Money handed to the Pope. 1p

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280 6 August Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, Irish College, Paris, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks to God and his friends in Rome for kindness in Rome. Reference to visit to Loreto, Milan, Turin, in the company of a pious old lady. Hopes that some little trials of Dr. Kirby's have passed. Reference to Father Vincent, Passionist; to student McKenna; to San Sylvester, who took care of the writer when he was sick. Thanks to all in Propaganda. Francis Maher drowned in America. 4pp

281 8 August Holograph letter from James Maher, 55 Eccles St., Dublin, 1867 to Kirby: List of people enquiring after Dr. Kirby. Writer's mother grateful for gift from Dr. Kirby. Cardinal Cullen and Dr. Moran, etc, well. Handed Dr. Moran the £2.10.0 from Dean Hughes for some painting of Mrs. Montgomery. Remitted the £10 to Dr. Dorrian. A student, named Mr. Roache, is to go to Irish College Rome, from this diocese. Made Dr. Walsh's house the centre for his travels, for two days. William Cullen improving slowly. Dr. Kirby's note received. Hope that it will be for the better that the students don't concur. Glad to hear that the general health of the college is improving. Regards to Fr. Vincent, Mgr. Mogliazzi. 4pp

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282 8 August Holograph letter [and copy typescript] from Edward 1867 MacDonnell, Sub-editor of Bombay Gazette, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby for the name of a Catholic missionary in Abyssinia who might try to release Cameron and other prisoners from those barbarians. The plan is to ransom them. Reference to an Abyssinian, who was once in Propaganda. History of writer's life for past two years. Health very poor. Met Father Keegan and Padre Duarte in Delhi. Rector of St. Xavier's attacked the 'Gazette' for some extract from the 'Overland Mail', which contained a joke, which the Pope is said to have cracked at the expense of the V. Apost. of China. "Questo povero Prelato e un gran [builto] servo di Dio". Is this true[] The Bombay Catholic Examiner run by the Jesuits does more harm than good. Requests Dr. Kirby to ask the Pope to restrain the Jesuits from attacking the writer who is the only Catholic Editor on all the Indian Press. Also requests Pope's Blessing on his work. Read about Patritius Moran, Episcopus, amongst the Prelates in Rome. Is his old friend 'Patrizio' then a bishop[] 2 items [2 enclosures, digitised as KIR/1867/282a and /282b.]

282 a [29 June Enclosed holograph letter [with KIR/1867/282] from Rev. 1867] F. Moirannte O.C., Catholic Military Chaplain, Mhow, to Edward Mac Donnell: Enquiring after Edward MacDonnell's health. Requesting his opinion about putting an article in his paper against the movement of Maritati troops to India, because of the fact that they have to leave their families, etc. [Italian]

282 b [19 July Enclosed holograph letter [with KIR/1867/282] from Rev. 1867] F. Moirannte, O.C., Catholic Military Chaplain, Mhow, to Edward MacDonnell: Sorry to hear of writer's bad health. Reference to Edward MacDonnell's leaving Lahore and to some scandal. Thanks for publishing the article in the 'Bombay Gazette'. It should do good. Send a regular copy of the paper to the writer. Climate much similar to his native Italy. Reference to the regiment he has to look after.

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283 10 August Holograph letter from M. Joseph Ryan, The Convent, 1867 Cashel, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to forward some letters to Miss Cleary, Rome. They had been posted to her on Easter Sunday but were returned. Request faculties for Rev. Fr. Hayes. 2pp

284 10 August Holograph letter from Achille Rinaldini, Propaganda, to 1867 Kirby: The Cardinal Prefect of Propaganda would like Dr. Kirby to sign some document regarding some money which Dr. Kirby handed to the Pope and which he forgot to sign. 1p

285 11 August Holograph letter from J.F. Wood, Bishop of Philadelphia, 1867 Paris, to Kirby: Danger of becoming "un vero Parigino", if stay in Paris, is prolonged any longer. To dine with Nunzio, Mgr. Chigi; to pontificate at the Church of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Mons. Lynch, Bayley, Demers, Ganthier and Maronite Patriarch are to depart soon. Visiting Cardinal Cullen, Scotland, England and departing for the States on 5th September. Forwarding 1200 francs to Costello's account. Thanks for kindness in Rome. 2pp

286 12 August Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1867 Delighted at defeat of Pope's enemies. The Diocese is helping the Holy Cause by public prayers and collection for Papal funds - already £300 has been collected from the clergy. A public meeting has been called by His Eminence, to take place at the Cathedral, Marlborough St., Dublin, to express sympathy with the Pope's abhorrence of the invasion. Writer and other Bishops of the Province are to attend. 2pp

287 13 August Holograph letter from Olivia C. Ellis, Montreux, to Kirby: 1867 Sorry for not answering Dr. Kirby's letter, regarding spiritual matters, sooner. Setting out for Austria with mother, daughter, and another lady. Trusts that Dr. Kirby's hopefulness regarding her future will not be disappointed. Going to Rome next winter for a short stay. 3pp

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288 15 August Holograph letter from M.H. Roach, Riverton, to Kirby: 1867 Nostalgia for Rome and Dr. Kirby. Did not see Father Carter since his return home. Mostly family affairs. Reference to Mrs. Reynolds, the Bishop, Miss Horner. 4pp

289 15 August Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Detailed advice to Dr. Kirby regarding diet of students and his own health, in case the cholera, which is raging at Albano, comes to Rome. Forwarding a book from Dr. Cruise on remedies for the cholera. Those that were found useful during cholera in Dublin are marked. Attended Dr. Kilduff's office, at which the writer sang the High Mass. Details. Reference to Dr. Kilduff's work in building the church and providing for the seminary in Longford. Candidates chosen to succeed him are Dr. Dawson, 12 votes, Rev. McCabe, Rector Irish College Paris, 10 votes and Rev. Reynolds, Rector of the Seminary. Rev. McCabe is the writer's choice. Dispensation for Canon McMahon received. Reference to the Cullen family. James Maher well improved. Dr. Moran very strong and fat. Dr. Kieran, who got sick on way to Rome and had to stop at the baths at Aix la Chapelle, will hardly live long. He attended Dr. Kilduff's office. Subscribe to the 'Unità Cattolicà' and 'Civiltà Cattolicà' for the writer. 2pp

290 16 August Holograph letter from Annie Gould, Foligno, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for present. Spiritual matters. Domenica Confeli, sends regards to Dr. Kirby. 2pp

291 17 August Holograph letter from F.R. Cruise, 37 Westland Row, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Sorry to hear from Cardinal Cullen that a malignant cholera has broken out in Albano and that Cardinal Altieri has fallen a victim to it and that the doctors are flying from the scene, through cowardice. Forwarding a treatise on remedies for the cholera, which were found useful by the writer and Dr. Hayden during the cholera in Dublin. Grateful for pictures and kindness of Dr. Kirby while he was in Rome. Cardinal is very well. 4pp

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292 17 August Holograph letter from James Maher, Galtrim House, 1867 Summerhill, Co. Meath, to Kirby: Sorry, etc., to hear of cholera in the vicinity of Rome. Reference to its symptoms, giving to eight days' warning, during which it is easily cured. Reference to attending office for late Dr. Kilduff, Bishop of Ardagh. [250 priests, ten Bishops and Cardinal attended, together with large number of the laity, some of whom are mentioned]. Stopping with his brother William, who sends regards. Regards to Fr. Vincent, who is taking the place of the writer in the Irish College [assistant to Dr. Kirby]. Glad to hear of students' good health. Poor Crotty fights well, but FitzGerald should be sent home. 2pp

293 [17] August Holograph letter from +P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1867 Reference to a letter from Cardinal Barnabo, whom he thinks acted unfairly, without asking any explanation from the writer. Dr. Cullen favours that the writer should help the 'poor things'. It is a queer world. Read and forward the enclosed answer to Propaganda. Rev. James Maher well and was at Dr. Kilduff's Office. O'Hagan is the author of the insolent answer sent by the Commission of Education to the Memorial of the Bishops. This is what our friends do to us. Request for faculties for parish priests to give the Plenary Indulgence in articulo mortis. Rev. Maher, who told the writer that his expenses in Rome amounted to £20, now says it was not so much. The £10, which the writer gave through Dr. Keane had nothing to do this this. It was the standard acknowledgement agreed on by the Bishops for Dr. Kirby [as agent]. Writer thinks that opinions expressed by some clerics on the Ward and Ryder controversy are very dangerous. Forwards a paper cutting on the writer, regarding testimonial which appeared when writer was in Rome. Glad it passed over without any compromise. Left the "relatio status" with Mgr. Capalti. Enclosed - Press cutting, 4.8.'67. 2 items

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294 [18] August Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Cardinal Altieri is a sad loss to the Church in these troubled times. Repeating advice to Dr. Kirby regarding cholera and care of students. Inform Mgr. Buratti that the writer exempts him from the obligation of presenting him with a picture of St. Maria Francesca delle piaghe di Gesù. Subscribe 15 francs to editor della Correspondence de Roma an also subscribe to the 'Civiltà Cattolicà' and 'Unità Cattolicà'. A Royal Commission has been set up to examine state of the Protestant Church. Its object will be to save the Establishment or to give a small share to Catholics in order to share with them the odium now attached to Protestant Church property. A Royal Commission has also been set up to examine into the state of primary education in Ireland. It will probably be composed of Liberal Catholics, who will promote the Government's views. It could do good, if properly directed. Bishops should meet to decide their course regarding both Commissions. Write to Cardinal Barnabo on this matter. Fears that Dr. Moriarty will be put forward as the representative of the Catholic body, by the High Catholics. He would defend mixed education and propose that Catholics take a share in the income of the Protestant Church. William Cullen still weak. Rev. Maher is getting fat. Dr. Kieran not well and Dr. Spalding recovered. Dr. Moran of Grahamstown is taking a colony of nuns with him from Sion Hill and hopes, too, to have four or five priests. 4pp

295 19 August Holograph letter from +J. Walsh, Carlow, to Kirby: Thanks 1867 for letter conveying the rescript regarding mixed marriage. Sorry to hear of cholera at Rome and vicinity and of Cardinal Altieri's death. Praying that Jesus and Mary will protect them all. Forward writer's acknowledgement of Cardinal Barnabo's decree regarding pension [see KIR/1867/163 probably]. 1p

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296 19 August Holograph letter from John Bourke, Pallaskenny, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for gift of reliquary for the writer and friend. Remembering Dr. Kirby and alumni in their prayers. What a pity that D. Crotty has to come home for health reasons. Notified his parents. Send home with him a few crucifixes with indulgences "in articulo mortis" attached. William has sore feet, but otherwise well. Requests Dr. Kirby to write to Cardinal Cullen, asking him to give a letter of sanction to the writer to collect in Dublin for funds to finish his new Church. 4pp

297 21 August Holograph letter from +J. MacEvilly, Ennistymon, Co. 1867 Clare, to Kirby: Writer delayed fom writing to thank Dr. Kirby for kindness in Rome, owing to the death of Fr. Davoren, from malignant fever, and to the doctor's order that the writer confine himself to his house for some time. People of Galway "got up" an address for the writer, which he accepted only because it would be a compliment to the Holy See. In his reply to the address he will mention the Temporal Power, despite opposition from Whiglings, and also some view that would concern all owners of property. At present on Visitation. Persuaded Dr. Fallon to enter a religious house. People are in better spirits and no talk of blight. When will Mgr. Kirby come to the "green sod". Sisters of Mercy thank Dr. Kirby for his kind donation. 3pp

298 21 August Holograph letter from Edmund P. Walshe, Administrator, 1867 The Cathedral Parish, Waterford, to Kirby: Requests renewal of faculties to bless beads etc. Thomas English has been promoted to the care of St. Mary's, Clonmel, following the death of Fr. Baldwin and the writer succeeds to Thomas English. Requests information regarding the St. Joseph's altar, already ordered. The writer through his own fault caused a book parcel to be returned to Dr. Kirby from the Post Office and now he requests Dr. Kirby to re-forward it. Bishop well and account of his holidays on the continent, etc., which have caused his great improvement, with reference to Dr. Corrigan, his physician, who refused to allow him to go to Rome. He is at present in Harrogate. 4pp

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299 21 August Holograph letter from +Thomas Nulty, Navan, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for writer's letters and money from Rome. Re- forwarding the money, £807, Peter's Pence, and requests an acknowledgement and faculties to bless beads. Rev Maher is a 1000 times better looking than when in Rome. Invited him to dinner but he did not get the letter in time. 3pp

300 23 August Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Cholera has reached Velletri and the Sig. Medico Legge has fallen a victim. Trusting in an image of Our Lady [recently found] to ward it off. Account of health in the convent. Masses received with thanks and are being celebrated. 2pp

301 23 August Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Sorry to hear of cholera in Rome. Despite the assurances given in Rome, Dr. Gray has gone back on his word. It was agreed that the retreat for the clergy would take place at St. Mary's, Lanark, and be conducted by a Vincentian, but some priests prevailed on Dr. Gray to change it to Glasgow and have a Passionist conduct it. The writer, however, conducted it and he gives an account of the deplorable and scandalous way in which the priests made the retreat. Many details against having the retreat in Glasgow. Reporting the matter to Propaganda. 4pp

302 24 August Holograph letter from John J. Lawlor, 2 Longford Terrace, 1867 Monkstown, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Reference to letter KIR/1867/273. Requesting an acknowledgement of its receipt. 2pp

303 24 August Holograph letter from Sister Mary Magdalen, [Kirwan], 1867 Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing £10 for Masses for a list of intentions from M. M. Liquori [Mistress of Novices] and the writer. Cardinal recovered from visit to Rome. He is a true child of Rome. Hopes that the Eternal City will be spared the cholera. Requests prayers. 2pp

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304 24 August Fragment holograph letter [and typescript copy including 1867 missing part] from Edward McDonnell, Bombay Gazette Office, Medow St., Bombay, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby for letters of introduction to missionaries and others in Abyssinia, where the writer has been posted as Special War Correspondent of the Bombay Gazette, in the event of the expedition being sent there. Expedition not likely to leave before the end of October. Wrote to Dr. Keegan, Delhi, for similar letters. Writer requests Dr. Kirby's prayers. He still holds on to his job and pay and promises a month's pay [£40] to pay for flowers for the Madonna Altar at St. Agatha's, if Dr. Kirby obliges. From attached copy- the writer wishes to have the enclosed extract published in the Giornale di Roma or Irish papers. It praises the liberality of the Bombay Government and Commander-in-Chief, British Army, Abyssinia, for permitting and facilitating Roman Catholic soldiers in the practice of their religion. 2 items

305 25 August Holograph letter from P. Devlin, Strabane, Ireland, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for faculties. All friends glad to hear that Rome has been only slightly touched by the cholera and that the Irish College has escaped. Reference to Albano and devotedness of Cardinal Altieri and the Papal Zouaves. Mr. John Mehan is in poor health, owing to being unfortunate in business. 3pp

306 26 August Holograph letter from William Kelly, Sackville St., Dublin, 1867 to Kirby: Recalling the time when he served Mgr. Kirby's Mass at Raheny twelve years ago. Requests Mgr. Kirby to join in prayers being offered for the recovery of his wife [affected lung]. The writer has a family of seven. His father died on Xmas Day last. Details and reference to relations. 4pp

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307 26 August Holograph letter from M. M. [F.] Maguire, Convent of Our 1867 Lady of Mercy, Geelong, Australia, to Kirby: Dr. Kirby's kindness to her sister in Ireland, Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, encourages her to ask him to have their branch of the Association of the Sacred Heart in their convent affiliated to the central association in Rome. Included is a list of 99 names of those who wish to be registered in the Association in Rome. Details. Account of duties in the convent, namely, boarding school, orphanage, and industrial school, visitation of the sick, etc. 8pp

308 26 August Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1867 Introducing two brothers, names Teeling, from Enniscorthy, who go to Rome to enter Papal Service. 2pp

309 27 August Holograph letter from N.J. Murphy, Ballyragget, to Kirby: 1867 Delighted to hear from Mgr. Kirby and to hear that all friends are well. Account of writer's health - suffers fom bronchitis in the winter time. Very full account of writer's duties as C.C. and how his popularity led to jealousy on the part of his brethren on the mission. Regards to Mgr. Moliazzi, Rev. Maher, etc. 4pp

310 28 August Holograph letter from L. Forde, Vicariate Office, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Request the Pope to grant personally a dispensation [probably mixed marriage] and not to grant it in the usual way through faculties delegated to the Bishop of the Diocese. The reason is because of the diocesan authorities' firm stand against such marriages, etc. The Sisters of Charity, Booterstown, who have recently started up an institution for female blind there, request permission to retain the B. Sacrament in their present temporary chapel and in their future permanent chapel and to have Benediction of the B. Sacrament etc., on permissible days. Rev. John O'Malley, Dublin Diocese requests faculties usually granted to Missionary priests. 4pp

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311 29 August Holograph letter from Thomas W.F. Barry, St. Andrew's, 47 1867 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for faculties and souvenir of the Sacred Heart. Sorry to hear of the death of a student [McKenna probably]. Mary will protect all from the cholera, which might break out again in Dublin. Requests faculties to enrol in the scapular of the Seven Dolours and to bless the Corona of the same. They can be got in S. Marcello, Servi di Maria. 3pp

312 30 August Holograph letter from Mgr. Nardi, Dublino, to Kirby: The 1867 Cardinal has been a cordial and most generous host. Amazed at the growth and fervour of the faith in Ireland. Mention of several institutions in Dublin. Intends to visit Limerick, Maynooth and Belfast. Requests Dr. Kirby to see Mgr. [Pana] and ask him did he receive a letter from the writer requesting a Papal Benediction for a Belgian family called Van Huele, Bruges. Reference to Conte Carlo di Van Calsen. 4pp

313 30 August Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, Saint Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Reported his case to Cardinal Barnabo on the 28th. The writer is in much the same position as before he went to Rome. Reference to a Rev. Mr. Munro, a more dangerous opponent than others, who should have been left in his former appointment, to silence reports of his immorality. Reference to Dr. Gray appointing an Administrator without consulting the writer. Praying for Dr. Kirby and college. Requests prayers in return. 3pp

314 1 September Holograph letter from Ellen FitzSimon [O'Connell], [], to 1867 Kirby: Enclosing a letter to be delivered to 11 Quattro Fontane. Sorry to hear of the death of a student. Mr. Redmond requests news of Mrs. Redmond and Madame and Mr. D'Erebo. 2pp

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315 1 September Holograph letter from +George Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for faculties. Sorry to hear that students Crotty and Fitzgerald are not fit to continue studies through illness. Sending three students to take their place, i.e. John Hallinane, Edward Russell and John Mortall, with instruction regarding allocation of Limerick Burses. Reference to some money given to the Superior of the House of St Charles Borromeo, by the writer for a student called Mr. Donor. Hopes Dr. Kirby can obtain petition for a special office of St. Ita before her next feast day, 15th January. Dr. Kirby's brother well. When is Dr. Kirby coming to Ireland[] 4pp

316 3 September Holograph letter from +W.J. Whelan, Clarendene Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Sorry for delay in writing. Reference to some escape at Bray Head on return journey from Rome. Enclosing writer's approval of great triumph of last June. Sorry to hear of Cardinal Altieri's death; also that of student Kenna. [Dr. Kirby's letter to the Cardinal consoled his parents very much] and that of Mr. Redmond. People in North Italy were overjoyed at demonstrations in Rome. Pope has only to fear Garibaldi. Cardinal Cullen is to receive the Corporation in their robes at the Cathedral, Marlboro St., which is a small but important victory. Six Clonliffe students to go to Maynooth this year. Proud of Clonliffe. Thanks for hospitality while in Rome. 2pp

317 4 September Holograph letter from James Maher, Galtrim, to Kirby: 1867 Sorry to hear of death of student Kenna fom Dr. Moran. Visited his parents, who are much afflicted yet resigned. Requests news of the cholera. A letter from Dr. Kirby sent through Dr. Moran must have gone astray. Hope to spend a fortnight at Bray. Weather changeable. Gave Dr. Moran £2.10.0 from Dean Hughes. 2pp

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318 4 September Holograph letter from Charlotte Kenny, [Sans Souci], to 1867 Kirby: Will forward £5 received from Dr. Kirby. She and her sister, Mrs. O'Reilly, are grateful to Dr. Kirby for all the trouble he took in regard to their child [died in Irish College]. Sorry to hear of the cholera and of the edifying death of Cardinal Altieri. Reference to Miss Sherlock. Cardinal is well and stays a lot at Bray. 2pp

319 5 September Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Sending two documents, which may be of use to Cardinal Barnabo, in which mention is made of a Rev. Donnelly who is suspected of immorality. Sorry to hear of companion Kenna's death. Hopes Dr. Kirby will have an enjoyable vacation. 1p

320 6 September Holograph letter from Daniel Crotty, Irish College Rome, to 1867 Kirby: Granting Mgr. Kirby authority to sign and endorse any bills that may come for the writer. [He leaves owing to ill-health]. Enclosed - Holograph letter from brother M.C. [], Ardlahan, to 'Dan', dated 4.9.1867. 2 items

321 6 September Holograph letter from N. Cleary, Rome, to Kirby: Requests 1867 Dr. Kirby to send a cart to convey her flower pots, a few English plates and an iron pot to the Irish College for a short while. The writer seems to have been forced out of her temporary residence - she cannot live in her house for another month owing to cholera - by one Sininiberghi, because she is a Papist. Donna Caterina Chigi sent a cart to take away her furniture. Address will be No. 8, Via Gleutari, S. Lorenzo in Damaso. 4pp

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322 6 September Holograph letter from Maria FitzSimon, Via dei [Ren.], 1867 Firenze, to Kirby: Writer's health [she seems to be an artist], and request for prayers. Requests Dr. Kirby to send her the name of the head of the Società numismatica antiquaria tedesca in Roma, which seems to have something to do with excavations near her property which were started by S. S. Pio VII. The writer wishes to have permission to build a house near these excavations. Hopes to return to Rome and have better health there. Wrote to a certain Maddalena to request lodgings. 4pp

323 7 September Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, [signed Rome 1867 but obviously from Dublin], to Kirby: Glad to hear that cholera was not so bad in Rome and that all in the College are safe. McKenna family were greatly consoled by Mgr. Kirby's letter regarding their son's death. William Cullen very ill and writer administered last Sacraments to him. On visitation at present giving the Pope's blessing. Mgr. Nardi is running around the country. Details. Dr. Spalding is expected in Dublin but the writer is very busy. Hope to have a meeting of the Bishops for the 1st October to treat of Protestant Church and education question. The moment is very critical. Dr. Moran and Conroy very well and send regards. James Maher is well and still with his brother in Meath. 3pp

324 8 September Holograph letter from Thomas Power, Clonliffe, to Kirby: 1867 Requests a dispensation for Elizabeth Barron [Catholic] to marry William [Protestant], Abbeyside. [In Dr. Kirby's hand- Approbation of Bishop needed]. 4pp

325 9 September Holograph letter from Pio Vignetti, [], to Kirby: Requesting 1867 to spend a few days with Mgr. Kirby in the villa at Tivoli. 2pp

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326 10 September Holograph letter from E. Marinieri, Rome, to Kirby: 1867 Informing him that there is no Società numismatica antiquaria Tedesca in Rome [see KIR/1867/322, 6/9/67]. Could give him the name of the representative of the Società Archeologica Austriaca which is Hensen. 1p

327 10 September Holograph letter from W. Kelly, Sackville St., Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for prayers offered for his wife's recovery and for the honour direct from the Holy Father. Photographs will be distributed as directed. Cannot report any improvement yet in his wife's health. A few details. Glad to hear that the Pope is well. Twenty years ago his father and Pierce were introduced to Dr. Kirby at the time when they were being deserted by false friends. 4pp

328 11 September Holograph letter from Michael Kenna, 114 Great Britain 1867 St., Dublin, to Kirby: Did James Kenna make any remark about his family or on any other subject, before he died. Would be glad to know. 1p

329 11 September Holograph letter from +J.P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks to Mgr. Kirby and Cardinal Barnabo for favours received. Will not communicate the faculties of the Formula VI to priests indiscriminately but only to two or three at the most. Thanks for the missing Volume of Moroni. Glad to hear from Fr. Henry that cholera has ceased in Albano and that Pope is well. 2pp

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330 12 September Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for the Brief which the writer sent on to Liverpool. Wrote in answer to Mgr. Berardi. Concern for students owing to cholera. Cardinal is well and on visitation. Crowds came to receive Pope's blessing from him. Preparing for a meeting of the Bishops. Reference to Mgr. Nardi's visit and tour of Ireland; to Dr. Spalding's, Archbishop of Baltimore, visit; to Fr. Maher's stay in Ireland; to Mrs. Kenna's great affliction and resignation on the death of her son. Urge them to appoint a Bishop to Ardagh soon. Fr. McCabe is the best man. Bishops all recovered from their visit to Rome. Season good but in places it is difficult to find people to help save the harvest. Rev. Frank Carroll now P.P. of Rush. Regards to Mgr. Mogliazzi, Rev. Vincent, etc. 3pp

331 13 September Holograph letter from +James Donnelly, Monaghan, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for letters of 1st and 6th August. Dr. Donnelly seems to have as his agent in Rome the Rector of St. Isidore's, for it was through him that he requested faculties to bless beads, etc. Hopes students are safe from cholera. Miss McNally, Mrs. Lloyd and Mr. McPhillips grateful to Dr. Kirby for his remembrance of them. Regards to Lady Rossmore. General meeting of Bishops on 1st October in Dublin. Season and harvest good. 3pp

332 14 September Holograph letter from relatives of the deceased, 26 Via di 1867 Bellasquadro, Florence, to Kirby: A "billet de faire part" [partecipazione] announcing the death of Rev. James Straker, apparently an Anglican Missionary. [See letters of Straker family]. 2pp

333 14 September Holograph letter from Ellen FitzSimon [O'Connell], to 1867 Kirby: Requesting Mgr. Kirby to deliver something to her Spanish friend. 2pp

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334 15 September Holograph letter from +Bernardino, Archbishop, Tivoli, to 1867 Kirby: [writing difficult to read]. Possible answer to Mgr. Kirby's letter regarding advisability of going to Tivoli for the vacation owing to the cholera. Seems to say that it is all right to come, with advice given regarding eating of fruit, etc. [see KIR/1867/245]. 3pp

335 17 September Holograph letter from Mr. Joseph Ryan, The Convent, 1867 [Cashel], to Kirby: Thanks for faculties for their chaplain but same privilege regarding Sacrifice of the Mass was forgotten. Thanks for souvenir. Deliver something enclosed in this letter to Miss Cleary. 4pp

336 17 September Holograph letter from Thomas Roche, Enniscorthy, 1867 Wexford, to Kirby: Introducing Messrs. Charles and Bartholomew Telling who go to join the Papal Army. Hold Mgr. Kirby's kindness to the writer while in Rome, in grateful remembrance. 3pp

337 18 September Holograph letter from Thomas Meagher, Bray, to Kirby: 1867 Death of his son, Thomas Francis [see KIR/1866/32]. Short account of T. Francis' work for Irish Catholics in Montana. Bishop of Meath to marry writer's son Henry to a Miss Murphy from Meath. Request for prayers for them. Read the glowing accounts of the conduct of Cardinal Altieri and the Zouaves in the face of the cholera. 4pp

338 18 September Holograph letter from Thomas English, George's St., 1867 Waterford, [St. Mary's, Clonmel], to Kirby: Writer changed from Waterford to St. Mary's Clonmel and has just returned from three months' convalescence in France. Forwarding £66.13.4 as the third instalment on the Altar [St. Joseph's]. Details regarding its conveyance home. Detailed account of the Bishop's health which is now quite good. Mr. and Mrs. Slattery pleased with Mgr. Kirby's kindness to them in Rome. Rev. Walshe succeeds the writer. 4pp

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339 18 September Holograph letter from Patrick [Cahir], Thurles, to Kirby: 1867 Requesting Mgr. Kirby to talk some sense into the writer's brother, who is a student in the Irish College and suffering from scruples. A very domineering letter mentioning the family's shame should the matter develop. 4pp

340 18 September Holograph letter from Sr. M. B. Maguire, Convent of Our 1867 Lady of Mercy, St. Joseph's, Longford, to Kirby: At present at Baggot Street, Dublin. Thanks for letter and glad to know that Mgr. Kirby appreciated the relic [probably of B. Margaret Mary] which she sent to him and hopes that it will save him from the cholera. M. de Sales is sending on money for Masses. 4pp

341 19 September Holograph letter from [C.P. Massimo], [], to Kirby: Thanks 1867 for forwarding the autograph of Bishop Whelan who promised to send the autograph of the Bishop of [Kilmore], Mgr. Brady, Bishop of [Perth] and signature Ab. McCarthy. 1p

342 20 September Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: The ladies of the society called the Work of the Tabernacle [making vestments etc.] wish to be associated with the Confraternity of the Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Rev. John Cullen who was in Buenos Ayres and who is now uncertain of his diocese, wishes Dr. Kirby to speed up his request made to Propaganda. Don [Giaermo] is here and getting strong again. Cardinal on visitation in Wicklow. Preparing for Bishop's meeting of October 1st. Fenian leaders, Kelly and [Greave] were rescued from Manchester Jail. It may put some fear into the English and make them show us some justice. 3pp

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343 20 September Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to 1867 Kirby: Dr. Matthew Quinn and the writer investigated the accusations made against Dr. Quinn of Brisbane by the six runaway priests. Some were false, some were exaggerated and those that were true were twisted in such a way as to injure the Bishop. Account of frequency and ease with which priests in Australia leave their respective dioceses without permission of their Bishops and the need for Propaganda to act firmly and uphold the authority of the Bishops there. Rejoiced at the splendid ceremonies of the 29th June in Rome, which so many Irish Bishops attended. Eight nuns from Kingstown have arrived with Fathers O'Carroll and Stone. Fr. O'Carroll is very delicate. Frightful need of priests. Dr. Sheehy has declined the honour of the Episcopacy following a letter from Propaganda to the Archbishop. 4pp

344 20 September Holograph letter from Edmond de la [Poer], Lucerne, 1867 [Gurteen, Ireland], to Kirby: Requesting Mgr. Kirby to forward to Gurteen, Ireland the rules of the Irish College, especially age for entrance, studies needed, and pension per year. Travelling around Switzerland with his sister for the past two months. Regards to D. Cesare Lambucetti. 3pp

345 21 September Holograph letter from [Eliza] Cronin, 60, James St., Dublin, 1867 to Kirby: A pathetic appeal from a relation of Mgr. Kirby for financial assistance. Many details regarding her connection with Mgr. Kirby and his relations. 4pp

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346 22 September Holograph letter from James Maher, 55, Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Received Dr. Kirby's letter of the 9th. Thank Sig. Bryone for his letter to the writer. Mr. Cullen is very poorly. Cardinal has terminated his visitation and is quite well. So also are Dr. Moran, Dr. Conroy, old Fr. Maher, Dr. Spalding and Dr. Lynch, Charlestown, dined here today. Invited to Maynooth by Fr. O'Kane. Reference to Dr. Cruise, a most deserving man. Hope to return to Rome by the 2nd week in October. Weather fine. Sorry to hear that the cholera still continues in Rome, etc. Three students likely to go to Irish College from Kilkenny and of four students from Dublin to Rome, one is for Irish College. 3pp

347 24 September Holograph letter from T. Power, Clonliffe, to Kirby: [see 1867 KIR/1867/324]. Approbation obtained. Case is urgent. 2pp

348 27 September Holograph letter from M. Scully, Sacra Cuore in [Villa 1867 Lante], to Kirby: Recommending a young student, who goes to Rome, to Dr. Kirby. His name is Roache, etc. Writer's sister, Julia, who recommended the student to the writer, sends regards to Dr. Kirby. Has the Irish College church two names, St. Agata di Goti and St. Agata in Puleurra[] 3pp

349 28 September Holograph letter from William Kirby, 24, Mungret St., 1867 Limerick, to Kirby: Writer's health - sore feet and a cold. Thanks for letters, parcel and attention to [Liz] [financial]. Requests faculties for a Fr. Conway. Moved to Mungret St. with Mr. Scalon who sends regards. Rejoice at Garibaldi's capture but sorry to see that Rome is not yet free from the cholera. Harvest average. 3pp

350 29 September Holograph letter from Vincenzo di S. Giuseppe, S. S. 1867 Giovanni e Paolo, to Kirby: 10 scudi for 40 Masses have been received with thanks and Masses are being celebrated. Thanks for spiritual advice - Dr. Kirby's letter, which threw the writer into confusion but has done him good, etc. 2pp

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351 29 September Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to 1867 Kirby: Regarding Dr. Sheehy's promotion to the Episcopacy. A move is being made in Sydney to secure Dr. Sheehy's promotion. The writer has no objection to Dr. Sheehy being made a Bishop, but, before this should take place, those charges which are made against him should be investigated. The above "move" as reported to the writer by a Sydney priest consisted in the priests of the Diocese of Sydney being morally compelled to sign a letter to Propaganda praising Dr. Sheehy, without mention of charges made against him. The writer's correspondent was the only one to abstain fom signing, while the Archbishop stayed in another room. The meeting was to discuss the education question. Report the facts to Abbate Rinaldini and others immediately. 4pp

352 29 September Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to 1867 Kirby: An Italian priest, Rev. Bensanti, has been sent to Rome to ask the Holy Father not to accept D. Sheehy's resignation. The charges against him should first be investigated. The writer thinks no answer can be given to them. Propaganda should act carefully. 2pp

353 30 September Holograph letter from Pietro Paolo, S. S. Giovanni e Paolo, 1867 to Kirby: Cardinal Barnabo has requested that Padre Vincenzo give a retreat at S. Giovanni di Propaganda and that Dr. Kirby be informed that it is the Cardinal's wish to have Padre Vincenzo and that Dr. Kirby engage another Passionist for the Irish College retreat, If Dr. Kirby can change the Cardinal's mind he can have Padre Vincenzo. If not, he can have another Passionist. 1p

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354 30 September Holograph letter from Mrs. Murphy, 82, Harcourt Road, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness while in Rome, especially to their baby who had measles in the Minerva Hotel. Return journey. Mr. Murphy delivered the parcel. Reference to ceremonies in Rome [29th June], which should be quiet with Garibaldi out of the way. Reference to Fr. Burke and his preaching; to Mrs. Fitzgerald who is a niece of Count D'Assoli and who lived in Rome last winter and who is now married to Mr. Kelly; to Miss Therry and Mrs. Barnewall. Sending a souvenir of an ink-stand of Irish oak with student Roche. Reference to future stay in Dublin. 8pp

355 30 September Holograph letter from Charles G. Teeling, Dublin, to Kirby: 1867 One of the writer's sons, Charles [see KIR/1867/336] has taken up a position in the engineering profession and will not go to join the Papal Army. Bartholomew will go when recovered from a serious illness. Confides him to Dr. Kirby's care. 4pp

356 1 October Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: All the Bishops except Bishops of Waterford and Killala, on account of health reasons, attended the meeting at the Chapel of St. Kevin, Marlboro' St. They unanimously adopted the following resolution regarding the dis-endowment of the Established Church. 1. They unanimously demanded the dis-endowment of the Established Church. 2. They would repudiate every endowment from the State in accordance with traditions etc., of Catholic Church in England [Ireland]. 3. That as the funds of the Established Church would not be appropriated to their original ends they should be applied to objects of charity. These resolutions are to be drawn up before tomorrow's meeting. Mr. Roche, a student for Irish College, leaves today with three students for Propaganda. 2pp

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357 2 October Holograph letter from W. Fitzgerald, St. John, [Limerick], 1867 to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to obtain, as quickly as possible, a dispensation already asked by Fr. McCoy, for Anne FitzGerald [Catholic] to marry Thomas Bennett [Protestant]. 2pp

358 2 October Holograph letter from +George Butler, Dublin, to Kirby: 1867 Dr. Moran informed the writer that a process involving expense would be needed to obtain a special office for St. Ita. Drop the matter as the writer is not prepared to incur expense. Reference to Bishops meeting and to resolution of KIR/1867/356. Mr. Fitzgerald, student from Irish College, who had to leave Rome through ill-health died two days after arrival home. Mr. Crotty is improving. Cardinal gave a dinner to all the Irish Bishops except Dr. MacHale [see KIR/1867/362], at which Abp. of Baltimore and Abp. Kenrick, Bishops of Adelaide and Grahamstown attended. 4pp

359 4 October Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Episcopal Synod, which was probably the most important since Synod of Thurles and which was distinguished by unity of aim among the Bishops, has ended. Business executed- 1st day. [see KIR/1867/356]. 2nd day. Formalized the Resolutions against Established Church and State Endowment. Resolved unanimously that no Bishop or priest would accept an appointment on the Royal Commission of Inquiry on Education. Dr. Russell and Dr. Moriarty and Lord Duraven who had already been appointed by the Government resigned. 3rd day. Resolution regarding Model Schools and mixed education, Catholic University were reaffirmed. C.B.S. schools are hereto forth to teach the rudiments of Latin and other minor matters. It ended with a letter to the Holy Father in Latin signed by all, and then the Te Deum. Send on in time for the next Record, the decree for extending the Diocesan Feasts to all Ireland. Received, from Dr. Greith, Bishop of St. Gall, his recent work on the old Irish Church. Details. Regards to Dr. Pietro Avanyini and Mgr. Mogliazzi. 3pp

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360 5 October Holograph letter from [] Fitzsimon [O'Connell], Glancullen, 1867 to Kirby: Forward a note to her friends on the Quattro Fontane, Reference to Mrs. Byrne Redmond. 4pp

361 6 October Holograph letter from +William Keane, St. Colman's 1867 College, Fermoy, to Kirby: Reference to illness of Mr. Twohig. Introducing students Daly and O'Keeffe. Progress of St. Colman's College. Reference to Bishops meeting in Dublin and resolutions drawn up [see KIR/1867/356 and /359]. In the letter addressed to Pio Nono the Cardinal thanked the Holy Father for his intention of calling a general council. Eminence to visit Queenstown and to preach at the opening of a new church in Kanturk. Harvest, potatoes abundant but many are turning black. Fenianism is far from dead and its causes are to be found in rankling discontent produced by past persecution and present neglect, which England now admits. 4pp

362 7 October Holograph letter from James Maher, 55, Eccles St., Dublin, 1867 to Kirby: Setting out for Rome, if there is a Rome to receive him, on 14th October. Reports say that the Papal troops have been driven back on the capital, that an agreement exists between Italian and French governments that the remainder of the Papal States be occupied by Victor Emmanuel, the city of Rome being excepted. W. Cullen improving. Reference to unanimity which prevailed throughout the Synod and to the fact that 24 of the 25 Bishops who attended the first day [Dr. MacHale excepted] dined with the Cardinal. 2pp

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363 7 October Holograph letter from +M. Kieran, Dundalk, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding £445 Peter's Pence for year 1867 and £5 for Dr. Kirby: Reference to violent attack of diarrhoea which prevented the writer from going to Rome last June. Requests faculties- 1. To bless beads etc., for the writer, Rev. Canon Coyne of Moy and Rev. W. Breslin, Clonoe. 2. To dispense in a limited number of cases in 2° et 2° gradibus consanguinitatis et affintatis. 3. To dispense in 2° et 3° gradibus consang. et affin. for the writer and his suffragans. Send Pallium to Ireland to the care of Dr. Conroy, Dublin. 3pp

364 7 October Holograph letter from +P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding £368.1.10 Peter's Pence. Sorry to hear of Kina's death. Meeting of Bishops in Dublin was characterized by a very healthy and united spirit especially regarding the Church question. Reference to Mons. Nardi's visit to Belfast in writer's absence. He only visited Mr. Hughes and met two clergy, Rev. John Lynch and Rev. H. O'Loughlin with whom the writer is at variance. Dined with the Lord Lieutenant in Belfast. Dispensation for Patrick Killeagh and Jane Kearney. Establishing a branch of the Association against drunkenness. 4,205 people attended first meeting. Glad that Dr. Ward is upholding the flag of faith against Ryder. 3pp

365 8 October Holograph letter from E. Can. Cantwell, St. Patrick's 1867 Church, Manchester, to Kirby: Requests information on how his nephew's [student] pension stands and on how he is progressing. Thanks for kindness to him when he was ill. Account of growth of Tramore parish. Writer suffered from rheumatic fever and spent some time with the P.P. of Tramore, who is well. 3pp

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366 9 October Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne [sister], Sweetman's 1867 Avenue, Blackrock, to Kirby: Thanks for blessed candle. Requests a letter from Dr. Kirby, her sole comfort and support or else she will die, etc. Sr. Mary de Ricchi is well. Six of Sion Hill nuns have gone to Africa. Sr. Teresa is very ill. All are well in Limerick. Winter has set in, very severe. 4pp

367 10 October Holograph letter from J. Can. McMahon, P.P., St. Michan's, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Request for a dispensation for Sophia Burke [Catholic] to marry Richard Lane [Protestant]. Enclosed - Holograph letter from Sophia Burke to the writer asking for the dispensation, in which Dr. Kirby's name is mentioned. 2pp

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368 10 October Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Glad to hear that the cholera is disappearing. William Cullen is improving. Reference to his family. Lengthy account of the Bishop's meeting from 1st to 3rd October. Substantially the same as noted in KIR/1867/359, with special reference to Dr. MacHale, who left after the 2nd day's meeting [before question of support for Catholic University came up], but who was more agreeable than ever before. It was 'ugly' of Dr. MacHale to allow Fr. Lavelle to attend a dinner in the Rotunda, Dublin to encourage Fenians in Dublin. They followed in the meeting the recommendations of Cardinal Antonelli. Reference to Dr. Moriarity, Dr. Russell and Lord Dunraven, who had been appointed by the Government to inquire into the state of National Education in Ireland - he terms them as weak and yielding men - and to their resignation at the meeting - a good Catholic layman would do same good in this matter. Reported that Government will not appoint any commission. Dr. Leahy and Dr. Derry were deputed to treat with the Government about a charter for Catholic University and on other educational matters. Going to Kanturk to open a new church on the 20th. Dr. Spalding has left. Dr. Kenrick still here and preached well at Marlboro St. Had all Bishops to dinner [except Dr. MacHale who sent an apology] together with Dr. Kenrick, Spalding, Whelan, Moran of the Cape, Sheil, etc. Pan-Anglican Synod which did nothing but assail the Pope and the B. Virgin was a failure. 2pp

369 11 October Holograph letter from George Montgomery, St. Mary's, 1867 Wednesbury, to Kirby: Forwarding Peter's Pence. It is a letter of credit, which the writer sent to Dr. Kirby for Ahern who went to join the Papal Army, which was returned[] The Peter's Pence has fallen owing to the emigration of the Irish etc., to America following the slump in England's foreign [iron] trade. Reference to the sad condition of Irish Catholic emigrants and to the Irish in England; and also to the writer's zeal to raise soldiers for the Papal Army. Prayers for the Pope and his cause. 3pp

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370 13 October Holograph letter from Padre Vincenzo di S. Giuseppe, San 1867 Giovanni e Paolo, Roma, to Kirby: Reference to KIR/1867/353. Dr. Kirby's letter received. A messenger from Cardinal Barnabo to Padre Vincenzo states, "I have heard that Dr. Kirby has written again to P. Vincenzo to come and join the retreat to the Irish College but he must come to the Propaganda instead". Will follow the wishes of his superior. Regards to Dr. Kirby and students. 3pp

371 14 October Holograph letter from Daniel Crotty, Ardlahan, to Kirby: 1867 Requesting Dr. Kirby to forward a cheque for £16 which was sent to the writer after departure from Irish College. Writer has recovered. 2pp

372 14 October Holograph letter from Edward McDonald, St. Kyran's 1867 College, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Introducing new students for Ossory, namely Messrs. Philip Murphy, John Hayden, Peter Doyle and Patrick Mackey. Reference to their studies past and future. Hope accounts from Italy regarding Holy Father's cause are exaggerated. The English Press was never more rabid. Reference to French Emperor whom he terms a scoundrel. Bishop and Roman students are well. 3pp

373 14 October Holograph letter from +Daniel McGettigan, Letterkenny, to 1867 Kirby: Sending a duplicate of a letter regarding Rev. Dr. McGettigan to Cardinal Prefect, the original not having arrived. The Rev. McGettigan who is at present in Mount St. Bernard, Whitwick, Leicestershire, wishes to go to Rome and the letter deals with fixing an adequate pension to permit him to reside there. Reference to attempts on Papal States. Grief on noble death of Cardinal Altieri, the writer's idol in Rome after Pio Nono. Request regarding possibility of securing the place in Propaganda vacated by Mr. McFadden and renewal of faculties for Rev. Daniel Coyle to bless beads etc. Did not go to Rome last June owing to heat but hopes to go for General Council. In Dr. Kirby's hand- Cardinal Barnabo states that a student could not be admitted to Propaganda this year but maybe next year. 4pp

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374 14 October Holograph letter from +P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1867 Agrees that number of Foundation Masses in Lisburn should be reduced and that Fr. Kelly's request is reasonable. Stipend now is 2/6. 1p

375 15 October Holograph letter from Francesco Berretta, Spello, to Kirby: 1867 In case Mgr. Kirby did not receive the writer's acknowledgement of the honorarium for thirty Masses, he sends this note with Canon D. Filippo Tega, stating that the Masses have been celebrated and that he is ready to facilitate Mgr. Kirby again. 1p

376 15 October Holograph letter from James Maher, Tara, to Kirby: 1867 Announcing delay of two days in departure for Rome. 2 items

377 15 October Holograph letter from Catherine Borgogelli, Veroli, to 1867 Kirby: Requesting a letter from Mgr. Kirby. A long dissertation on the revolution and regard for Pio Nono from whom she requests Mgr. Kirby to ask a blessing and an Ave Maria for the writer. Reference to the cholera and enquiries after Cardinal Cullen and Mr. de la Hoyde who is in the Papal Army. 4pp

378 16 October Holograph letter from M. Cody, St. Mary's, Kilkenny, to 1867 Kirby: Best wishes and warmest affections of the writer delivered to Mgr. Kirby by the four new students from St. Kyran's College. Sorrow on the death of Kenna [student in Irish College], the writer's best and dearest friend. Reference to the ceremony of the translation of the relics of St. Victoria from the Bishop's Palace to the Cathedral. Regards to students and Fr. Maher. All Romans here are well; names mentioned. The Pan-Anglican Synod has done much good to the Catholic Faith. Their pronouncement that devotion to the B.V.M. was heretical and their decrees regarding the Pope have caused numbers of sincere Protestants to embrace the Catholic faith. Faculties to bless heads, enrol in scapulars etc., requested for Rev. Wm. Maher, P.P. 4pp

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379 16 October Holograph letter from William Kirby, 24, Mungret St., 1867 Limerick, to Kirby: Delighted to hear that Dr. Kirby and students escaped the cholera. Reference to the bravery of Papal troops and to the warm reception they gave the invaders. Informing Dr. Kirby that it is Father Condon, not Conway, for whom the privileges were previously requested. Writer's health, request for prayers and reference to relations. 3pp

380 16 October Holograph note from L. Forde, V.G., Dublin, to Kirby: 1867 Giving a few points regarding a case and stating that Cardinal Cullen thinks it should be placed again before Cardinal Alip and that absolution be given at least "ad Cantelam". 1p

381 17 October Holograph letter from James Maher, 55 Eccles Street 1867 Dublin to Dr Kirby: Cardinal Cullen invited the writer to join him on his visit to Kanturk, with the result that his departure for Rome has been delayed for a short while. Rev. Horgan, a past student of Irish College Rome has joined the Redemptorists. 1p

382 17 October Holograph letter from L. Forde, V.G., Archiepiscopal 1867 Vicariate of Dublin, 47, Westland Row, to Kirby: Thanks for two dispensations, one in a case of "mita religionis", the other for the Sisters of Charity of the Blind Asylum, Merrion. Reference to military state of Rome and to Mgr. Franchi who is in Ireland [see KIR/1867/380]. Giving a detailed explanation regarding mix-up in regard to Rev. Ford's exeat and dismissorial letters from Kilmacduagh, etc. 4pp

383 18 October Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding £20, balance of the legacy to the Holy Father. Concerned regarding reported troubles in the Papal States. 1p

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384 18 October Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Greatly alarmed by late accounts from Rome of the Garibaldian invasion. Piedmontese will likely step in to quieter matters and to seize Frosinone and Viterbo. The Emperor would then only defend Rome. Sending three students to Propaganda, Keogh, Forde and Anderson and one to Irish College, Roche. Reference to Fr. Lavelle, to the trouble he could cause in Scotland and England and to the dinner held for him in Dublin; to the Connaught Patriot and to Dr. MacHale. Dr. Moriarity writes that Lord Mayo, Secretary of State for Ireland, states that the Government are now prepared to recognize as denominational all schools in which there are no Protestants. Can hardly believe this. William Cullen improving. Going to Kanturk to preach dedication sermon for the P.P. who has built a church, convent and school. Mgr. Nardi, "I hope" was pleased with Ireland and reference to his visit to Belfast [see KIR/1867/364]. Mgr. Franchi delighted with Clonliffe Seminary. Visits to schools and convent. Lady Granard has become a Catholic, thereby losing £70,000 which Lady Esmonde has now given to Trinity College. Lord Granard is determined to become a Catholic. 4pp

385 20 October Holograph letter from Ab. Cardinal Barnabo, Propaganda, 1867 to Cullen: Peter's Pence from Down and Connor presented to the Pope [see KIR/1867/364]. Faculties for two priests granted to Dr. Kieran [see KIR/1867/363] also requests from Down and Connor, Dublin and Cork. 2pp

386 22 October Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Chestnut Cottage, 1867 Sweetmans Ave., Blackrock, to Kirby: Glad to hear that Irish College escaped the cholera and that the Papal troops repulsed Garibaldians Reference to the Garibaldians in Ireland. Thanks for remittance of £5 which has closed the mouth of the landlord and others. Family affairs. 4pp

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387 23 October Holograph letter from Harriett A. Lloyd, Ballyleck, Co. 1867 Monaghan, to Kirby: Thanks for remembrance and gift received through the Bishop. Reference to troubled times in Italy. Lady Rossmore sends her regards. Requests Dr. Kirby to pray for her conversion. 3pp

388 23 October Holograph letter from James Maher, Galtrim House, to 1867 Kirby: Leaving for Rome. Delayed by baptism of his nephew. 2pp

389 24 October Holograph letter from William Codd, Fethard, Co. 1867 Wexford, to Kirby: Requesting Mgr. Kirby to inform the writer whether a letter of the 24/9/67 arrived or not. [Not listed here]. His existence as a priest depends on the granting of a request it contains. Revolution in Italy will overthrow Victor Emmanuel. 2pp

390 24 October Holograph letter from Sr. Marietta Aubert, Suora della 1867 Carità, Tivoli, to Kirby: Overwhelmed and confused by gifts from Mgr. Kirby. 3pp

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391 24 October Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Political situation in Italy. Glad to hear that Mgr. Kirby and students have not been molested by the Garibaldians in Tivoli; invaders driven from Pope's States; organizing a collection; better not to send volunteers; French policy will be clear after meeting of Emperor of Austria and Napoleon at Paris. Account of ceremony at Kanturk, Cork. Nothing new done at Maynooth board. Belgian Government seized on the right of nominating all burses in Belgium. English Government interfered on behalf of the Irish burses and they [English Government] were given the right to nominate. They agreed to recognize students nominated by Maynooth but the Bishops refused to accept their offer. The same thing might happen in Rome. Resolutions of 1st October meeting are generally approved and Dr. Manning said he would get them adopted by the English Bishops. Reported that Government will make concessions regarding education but will fight for their Church. Usual friends mentioned as being well. Receiving telegraphic dispatches from Italy regarding political events. Requests news of the General Council. Some Irish Bishops did not receive the questions forwarded by Cardinal Caterini to Bishops of the world. 4pp

392 25 October Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Geraghty, Carmelite 1867 Convent, Lakelands, Sandymount, Dublin, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to find out the precise manner in which the Sisters in Rome and Italy recite the Divine Office. Details. 1p

393 26 October Holograph letter from James Maher, Irish College, Paris, to 1867 Kirby: Arrived in Paris and travelling by land to Rome. 3pp

394 28 October Holograph letter from +J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Hopes 1867 tranquillity reigns in Rome. More regarding Fr. Walsh case. He threatens to appeal again to Rome if the £80 pension is not paid to him, though £60 has been decreed by the Holy See. Grieved by the latest alarming reports from Rome. 4pp

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395 29 October Holograph letter form +Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55, Eccles 1867 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Enquire of Mgr. Bernard or Cardinal Antonelli whether Captain Mullens has been authorized by the Holy See to collect money for the Papal cause in England and Ireland. Request an immediate answer. Telegraphic news from Rome is alarming. News of the battle of Mount Rotondo and the fact that 'Garibaldi is at the walls of Rome' are in the papers. Also account of the attempted Garibaldian rising in Rome on the 22nd. More regarding collection for the Pope - now have £200. The report of the Diocese of Ossory in the 'Freeman's Journal' makes a fearful case against the Established Church. Visited his native parish in Kildare to consecrate a bell. Improvements there. William Cullen improving. 4pp

396 30 October Holograph letter from +C. Vesc. Di [Div], to Kirby:. 1867 Mention is made of booking a room with Mgr. Kirby. [Italian] 1p

397 30 October Holograph letter from Robert [Gower], Bishop's Palace, 1867 Waterford, to Kirby: Mission work. Requests news from Rome as the "vile English Press" cannot be believed. Request for faculties to enrol in Scapulars of Mount Carmel for Fr. O'Donnell and Fr. O'Connell, Carrick-on-Suir and to bless beads for Fr. McGrath. Collection started in Waterford to help support the Papal army. £140 collected in ten minutes. Hopes for £400. 4pp

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398 31 October Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Requests Mgr. Kirby to write every two or three days giving news of Rome. Mgr. Kirby's description of Garibaldian movement in the city was bad enough. Orangemen here would be as bad as the Garibaldians if they were able. A great Orange meeting was held at Hillsborough, Co. Down. Two Catholic policemen were mortally wounded in Dublin. Collection for the Pope is now more than £300. Dr. Manning is to get the English Bishops to agree to resolutions of 1st October meeting. Sir Robert Kane is now a Commissioner and a bitter opponent of Catholic education, though a Catholic. Still he cannot do much as he is a layman. If Dr. Moriarity had continued, Ireland would have been ruined. W. Cullen progressing. Regards to and from usual friends. Hopes vineyard on Porta Salaria is unharmed. 2pp - [Digitised together with KIR/1867/398a]

399 3 November Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Enquire whether £350 collected here for the Pope and sent to Cardinal Barnabo arrived. Repeating his theory regarding future of Papal States, with special reference to the French. Requesting word about Mr. Roche who went to Irish College in the company of three students for Propaganda, and who have not it seems arrived in the Irish College yet. William Cullen improving. 2pp

400 4 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Paul Cullen, Convent of Our 1867 Lady of Mercy, Mount St. Mary's, Westport, to Kirby: Remembrance of Dr. Kirby. Convent news. A niece of Dr. Moran's, Cummins of Athy, has entered their convent. Saw Cardinal in Dublin. Enclosing £3 for Masses for intentions of the writer which are listed. Enclosing a letter for her nephew, Edward Cummins from his sister. 4pp

401 4 November Holograph letter from Sr. Magdalen Golding, Presentation 1867 Convent, Galway, to Kirby: Thanks for recollections and Papal Benediction. Hopes Dr. Kirby will visit Ireland soon. 3pp

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402 4 November Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Garibaldian troops have entered the city but little damage done. Details. The only thing they did in the writer's convent was to eat the provisions. Reference to the convent. 2pp

403 5 November Holograph letter from Samuel Pratt Winter, St. Leonard's, 1867 Mortlake, London S. W., to Kirby: Reference to Garibaldian revolution in Rome. Pope has good prospects for ending his days in peace. Martha Cowley, whose mother has just died, was ordered to go to Grahamstown, Cape of Good Hope, to superintend a school. Reference to indulgence which she did not get, for which the writer applied while in Rome. Displeased with Mgr. Talbot for the utter lack of interest he showed in not presenting to His Holiness the writer's request for some presentation to a new church in Hamilton, Australia. Requests news from Rome. 3pp

404 5 November Holograph letter from Mary Francis of Assisi, Presentation 1867 Convent, St. Mary's, Lismore, to Kirby: Requests a relic of the True Cross, a list of relics of Saints who are patrons of the sisters of the convent, relic of St. Patrick for a Sr. Patrick [Hanly], Agnus Dei wax; presents Sisters' love and reverence to the Holy Father She requests privilege of Midnight Mass and Holy Communion, Indulgences for visits to B. Sacrament and Altar of the Sacred Heart, Benediction on 27th April, anniversary of death of their foundress and on 17th October, Feast of B.M.M. Alacoque. Her brother Fr. Meany is well. 11pp

405 6 November Holograph letter from +Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to Kirby: 1867 Great interest taken in Ireland in the defeat of Garibaldi, in the heroism of the Papal Army and in the Pope's position. Enquire after some favours requested from Propaganda last summer while in Rome. [Faculties to bless beads, enrol in Scapulars, erect Stations of the Cross in the diocese; to defer appointing P.P.'s until boundaries of some parishes are changed]. 4pp

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406 7 November Holograph letter from [] [Mapragli], Tivoli, to Kirby: 1867 Detailed account of the capture and possession of some town [possibly Tivoli]. [Italian] 3pp

407 7 November Holograph letter from +P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1867 Thanks for dispensations. Great need of priests. Had three from Diocese of Cashel but one has been recalled. Ordained four who had not completed studies and now requests a dispensation to ordain three others who are more advanced in studies but are under the age limit. More regarding Fr. Lynch and the charity for Masses. Good hopes for a peaceful settlement now. Fr. Lynch asked the writer to sign a petition to Mgr. Nardi to obtain some honour for Mr. B. Hughes, but the writer sent back a revised account of Mr. Hughes doings, which will have to be handed to Mgr. Nardi before anything is requested. Enclosed holograph letter from P. Dorrian to Nardi, dated 12.11.1867. Two items [Another enclosure, a holograph letter from C.W. Russell to [Dorrian] of 2 November 1867 is now missing].

408 7 November Holograph letter from +Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: 1867 Praise of Papal troops and sympathy for the Holy Father. Writer has no recollection of the dispensations that have been requested. Cannot send Dr. Brady's autograph as he is in France. Very well since return from Rome and invitation to Mg. Kirby to visit the north. 3pp

409 9 November Holograph letter from E.M. Forbes, Hotel D'Allemagne, to 1867 Kirby: Have followed closely and anxiously the events in Rome. At present in Freiburg, Baden, but Major Forbes's throat trouble has got worse, so the writer requests that Dr. Kirby send them the address of a place where they could stop in Rome, as the climate is more suitable to the Major [that is, if it is safe to return to Rome]. Enquiries after the Nettervilles, Selbys and Sherlocks who were in Rome. More reference to anxious time in Rome before French intervention and to bravery of Papal troops; to their past landlord, Mr. Palmer. 4pp

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410 9 November Holograph letter from Thomas Kelly, St. James' Church, 1867 Boatle, Liverpool, to Kirby: Enclosing £5 for the Holy Father, thus bringing writer's congregation's contribution to £45. Enclosing £5 for gifts; beads blessed by the Holy Father, crosses [indulgenced] and photographs of the Pope, with a request for a large photograph for the writer with the Pope's signature and blessing written on it. Spiltraver's of Piazza di Spagna will forward them. Love from Pope and Rome. Some business men are disgusted with affairs in Italy not through love for the Pope, but because they feel pressure on their funds. Reference to building a church. 4pp

411 10 November Holograph letter from Catherine Sheil, St. Mary's Convent, 1867 Waterford, to Kirby: Praying for Dr. Kirby, students, and the holy Father. Thanks for trouble regarding Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament. Reference to collection for Papal cause and to Mass for dead Papal troops. Request that St. Mary's have the power to join the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament in St. Mary's Church instead of in St. John's with Fr. Nolan. Mr. M. Retan re-elected, [M.]. M. de Sales is on the Depot and Dr. Kirby's cousin is Mistress of Novices. Death of George Wyse. 3pp

412 10 November Holograph letter from J. Condon, St. John's Square, 1867 Limerick, to Kirby: Illness prevented the writer from thanking D. Kirby for his kindness. Attached to the Cathedral since leaving the Irish College. Requests Mgr. Kirby's advice about leaving the secular mission. Reference to W. Kirby. People are good beyond words. Past students, Nolan, Gleeson and McNamara are well etc. Reference to Rome. 4pp

413 12 November Holograph letter from Dan Crotty, Ardlahan, to Kirby: 1867 Trying to trace a cheque which Dr. Kirby forwarded for the writer. Request the address, date and place of posting of the cheque. Fond remembrances of Dr. Kirby and St. Agatha's. Entering Irish College, Paris when fully recovered. Dr. Butler well. Regards to Rev. J. Maher. Fr Bourke well. 3pp

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414 14 November Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1867 Congratulating Dr. Kirby on having escaped from that hateful wretch Garibaldi. Can only trust in providence for the future. Enclosing an acknowledgement for services rendered. Request renewal of faculties to dispense in 2° et 2°, 2° et 3° gradu Imp. Consang. et affin. and permission to ordain a young professor in the Seminary, Mr. Power, a nephew to Dr. Power, President of Clonliffe, who is only twenty-two years old. At present only two priests in the college. Details of need for him. Short of priests in the diocese. Collection for the Holy Father next Sunday. Mission Fathers have made their debut with great success. They are now five in number and expression of approval from Propaganda, which could be published, would add to their prestige. 4pp

415 14 November Holograph letter form +J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Congratulations on interference of Divine Providence in designs of Garibaldi. Dr. Manning deputed to investigate matters here and he said that an entire change was necessary. The bitter attack on the writer for alleged support of the Free Press, with more reference to trouble with Dr. Gray, making special reference to the Mitchell clerical funds, Dr. Gray's incompetence etc. Writer lists four reasons why he suggested to Dr. Manning that Scotland should unite with England in one great Hierarchy. Writer indebted to Rome for their handling of the question. 4pp

416 15 November Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. James Doyle, Dublin, who goes to join the Papal Army. 1p

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417 15-17 Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to November Kirby: Thanks for details regarding dangers which the city 1867 has passed through and which were scarcely reported in the press. Monster meeting in favour of the Pope is to be held in Marlborough St. List of important people to speak. Sending a 'Freeman' containing the requisition and 15,000 names. Reference to religious function on Feast of St. Lawrence at which Dr. Nulty sang Mass etc. Holding the Tridium as directed by the Pope's Encyclical. Dr. Moran has a cold. Conroy and Maher well. Monster meeting a huge success, with special reference to those who spoke and those who were too weak to attend. Hope to hold meetings against Protestant Church and in favour of Catholic education. Reference to the serious danger of Garibaldian revolution in Rome which was discovered in time. William Cullen improving, but now has a cold. 2pp

418 18 November Holograph letter from Eliza Cronin, 60, James' St., Dublin, 1867 to Kirby: Don't be afraid of Garibaldi, God will settle him. Request for a relic and a Mass. Account of bad health. Reference to friends and comments [unfavourable] on people in Dublin. 4pp

419 19 November Holograph letter from +William Lanigan, Goulburn, to 1867 Kirby: Spent a week in the company of Rev. McAlroy on visitation of the Diocese. Account of this visitation, its advantages with reference to priests - only seven priests now to attend 20,000 Catholics - to education question, to churches and schools, etc. Kindly convey these details to Propaganda. 4pp

420 19 November Holograph letter from Edward O'Byrne, [], to Kirby: 1867 Accepting invitation to dinner. 1p

421 20 November Holograph letter form +James F. Wood, Bishop of 1867 Philadelphia, U.S. A., to Kirby: Introducing Miss Priscilla B. Logan, a convert. 1p

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422 21 November Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Acknowledging receipt of 10 scudi for thirty Masses which will be celebrated. Reference to the convent and to Madre Vicaria whose problems the writer will discuss in person with Dr. Kirby. Writer ill for a few days. 2pp

423 22 November Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Dr. Dorrian says that Mgr. Nardi has promised to get a decoration for Mr. McKenna of the 'Ulster Observer', Belfast. He is a clever but troublesome and dangerous man. Mgr. Nardi visited Belfast while Dr. Dorrian was absent and associated with people hostile to the Bishop. Enclosing an address, drawn by Dr. Moran etc., which was adopted at the last meeting [see KIR/1867/417]. Translate it and present it to the Pope. The Queen, Lord Stanley and Lord Russell spoke kindly of the Garibaldians. Forwarding money for the Pope which brings total subscribed to £1,300. Mrs. Kelly of Raheny dead. Reference to the usual friends. William Kelly's wife dead leaving seven children. 2pp

424 23 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Anastasia Beckett, Convent of 1867 Our Lady of Mercy, St. John's, Birr, to Kirby: Requesting a novena of Masses for intentions stated. 1p

425 24 November Holograph letter from +P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: [letter written on back of envelope]. Sending the letter for the Pope to be presented with the address. three Fenians hanged yesterday. They are not half so bad as the Garibaldians. The 'Times' denounced the writer for calling Garibaldi a coward. Regards to James Maher. 1p

426 24 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. J. Geraghty, Carmelite 1867 Convent, Lakelands, Sandymount, to Kirby: [see KIR/1867/392]. Many thanks for information regarding chant which Dr. Kirby explained so clearly and also for the photographs. Sending Dr. Kirby a pair of scapulars and promise of prayers and communions. [Dr. Moran is the guardian of this convent]. 3pp

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427 24 November Holograph letter from Thomas Kelly, Boatle, Liverpool, to 1867 Kirby: Forwarding the other half of the £10. Joy of the Church and gnashing of teeth of the enemies of the Holy Father over recent events in Rome. Many people have supplied money directly to Garibaldi and have lost heavily. Bitter feeling against the Church still exists. Fenians are causing much disturbance. three Fenians hanged in Manchester. 3pp

428 25 November Holograph letter from Luigi dottore Mighetti, Roma, to 1867 Kirby: The writer requests to be relieved from attendance at the college [in capacity as doctor probably] owing to certain circumstances. 2pp

429 25 November Holograph letter from C. Russell [or Mussell], St. Patrick's 1867 College, Maynooth, to Kirby: Introducing a Waterford priest, Rev. P. Flynn. 4pp

430 26 November Holograph letter from Ellen FitzSimon [O'Connell] to 1867 Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to enquire of Cardinal Barnabo would it be all right for Sr. Mary Clare McKenna to leave the Dominican Convent in Cabra and to go to a convent abroad for health reasons. Cardinal Cullen agrees. Enquiring after her Spanish friends and might go to Rome this winter. 2pp

431 26 November Holograph letter from +J. Dalton, Harbour Grace, to Kirby: 1867 Introducing Mr. D. O'Mara who goes from Clonliffe to Irish College, Rome, for the writer's Diocese. Reminding Mgr. Kirby that he did not acknowledge receipt of £260 for the Pope and £10 for any purpose Mgr. Kirby wished. Hopes to see Mgr. Kirby next year. Glad to see that the red spirits are no longer infesting Rome. 2pp

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432 26 November Holograph letter from +J.P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, to 1867 Kirby: Received Pope's Encyclical granting a plenary indulgence to the faithful who for three days will join in the prayers for intentions mentioned. Requests now that the tridium be held in difference parishes at different times owing to shortage of priests. Awaiting outcome of Congress proposed by the French Emperor. If General Council is next year, we will likely receive letters soon of convocation. Celebrated solemn Requiem Mass for dead Papal soldiers. 3pp

433 27 November Holograph letter from +D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1867 Requests that the writer profess Miss Anna [Cruice], Presentation Convent after six months' noviceship, owing to the fact that she did two years of noviceship in the convent of the Poor Clare's at Kenmare but was not allowed to be professed because she had no dowry. Obscure reference to Fr. [Mawe] as candidate for deanery of Tralee. Reference to the providential protection of Rome; to Mgr. Nardi's visit. The writer asked Mgr. Nardi to petition that Kerry Diocese be aggregated to the Confraternity of Peter's Pence. No answer as yet so requests Mgr. Kirby to attend to it. 4pp [Digitised here, out of sequence.]

434 26 November Holograph letter from +George Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1867 Dr. Kirby's letter regarding exploits of Papal army in defeating the Garibaldians. Filibusters received with joy. Forwarding £5 from James Harris and £10 from the Bakers of the town for the Pope. Hope to start a collection for the Holy Father next year. Reference to distribution of Limerick Burses and to some left with Superior of the Religious of St. Charles Borromeo for Mr. Donor. 4pp

435 28 November Holograph letter from William Codd, Fethard, Co. 1867 Wexford, to Kirby: Asking whether previous letters arrived [see KIR/1867/389]. The presenting of the petition depends on Dr. Kirby's judgement. 1p

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436 29 November Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55, Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Reference to the meeting and speeches which the writer held agitating support for the Pope and that the old states of the Church be restored for as things stand the Pope cannot get on. Dr. Kieran to hold a meeting on 5 December and Dr. Gilbody on 27th December. Reference to support given by Scottish and English Protestants to Garibaldi; to having vexed them by calling him a coward which is founded on true facts. Prayers for Papal troops who were slain. Tridium was a huge success. Hope to have a meeting on education. Reference to the 'consolidati' which belongs to the Cardinal in the Irish College. £2,400 collected for the Pope. Dispensation requested for Michael Fennell, Rathdown, to marry the widow of his deceased brother. 2pp

436 a early in Typescript copy letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, November to Kirby: Returning the Supplica with writer's vote on the 1867 back. Lady Catherine Petrie [daughter of Lord Wicklow and a Catholic] wishes to have the Pope's blessing and a medal for her eldest son who is ill. Though telegrams report Garibaldi defeated, still things are not settled. Holding a meeting in favour of the Pope and a Tridium asking for God's assistance for him. At present £700 collected for the Pope. [M] O'Ferrall gave £100 and Sir Matthew Saupe gave £50. The latter has since died. Sent £350 to Cardinal Barnabo. Hope to get £1,000. William Cullen improving. Make Rev. Maher preach to the students. 2pp

437 1 December Holograph letter from John A. Parker, St. Peter's and Paul's, 1867 Cork, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Joseph Smith Sheehan who goes to Rome to join the Papal Army. Details. 3pp

438 1 December Holograph letter from George Montgomery, St. Mary's, 1867 Wednesbury, to Kirby: Did Mgr. Kirby receive the £1 which the writer sent to buy cartridges for the Papal Army[] Our Lady of Help and prayers of the faithful saved Rome. Deliver a letter addressed to the Apostle St. Peter from one of the faithful. Request for prayers. Great spirit stirred up in favour of the Holy See. 3pp

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439 4 December Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Dispensation from age for the ordination of James Horan, aged twenty-two, relative of Dr. Matthew Quinn, Australia, who is to go out with some nuns in January. High Mass on the 17th for Papal soldiers who died in latest Garibaldian invasion. On the 17th a clerical meeting is to be held to pass resolutions on education. William Cullen improving. Reference to a 'friend' in Paris who is not doing any good. The cardinals fought a good fight. Hopes Dr. McCabe will make a good Bishop. 2pp

440 4 December Holograph letter from A.R. Reynolds, 142 North 12th St., 1867 Philadelphia, to Kirby: Enclosing £20 for continuation of daily Masses for her husband. Letter and package from Dr. Kirby to the writer may have been lost at Paris by the Bishop. Bishop Woods well. He did not receive the Pallium. Dr. O'Connor sends regards. Reference to Mr. Chandler, Mr. and Mrs. Roach, Agnew Hormer and to Mrs. Pierce Connolly who are to make some changes in her convent. She settled difficulties between herself and Rev. Carter. 3pp

441 5 December Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Requesting power to dispense in cases of mixed marriage. Signed the receipt for the Captain Mitchel money, £46,000, and enclosed is a copy of letter to Dr. Gray which accompanied the receipt. Fears for the future of the money. The will states that the money was left to help found an asylum and foundation for old and infirm clergymen. But such is the financial chaos in the diocese that Dr. Gray may use it to help straighten out his own difficulties. Reference to his preaching throughout the Lowlands. Dr. Manning and writer think that Rome has a glorious future in Scotland. Xmas greetings. 4pp

442 6 December Holograph letter from Thomas Foley, V.G., Baltimore, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Rev. Jacob A. Walter, P.P., St. Patrick's, Washington, D.C., who goes to Rome to [improve] his health. 1p

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443 9 December Holograph letter from +P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: In 1867 answer to Dr. Kirby's letter. The writer never expressed a wish to have Mr. B. Hughes made a 'Count'. In fact he is totally opposed to it, as he is to any decorations for Mr. McKenna. Reference to trouble with Mr. McKenna, to Mgr. Nardi's visit and to shortage of priests. Only fear of getting up a meeting here for the Pope would be from the Hughes, McKenna and Ross party. The latter gave only -/6 to the Peter's Pence. [In Dr Kirby's hand. Mgr. Nardi will not ask for any decorations]. 4pp

444 9 December Holograph letter from +John Mulloch, St. John's, 1867 Newfoundland, to Kirby: Give free place, soon to be vacated by student from Dr. Dalton's diocese to P. Jordan. He says his friends cannot pay for him much longer. Reasons for distress in Newfoundland. Reference to Pope's triumph over his enemies and to the writer's health. Hopes to find Mgr. Kirby well at the time of the General Council. 2pp

445 10 December Holograph letter from Henry Formby, Wednesbury, 1867 England, to Kirby: Following the desire expressed in Dr. Kirby's letter to Rev. Montgomery, Wednesbury, that the faith and morals of the Irish emigrants should be better protected, the writer, on being persuaded by Rev. Montgomery, pleaded the cause of the emigrants at the Congress of Malines where Mgs. Larangeira, Bishop of S. Pedro, Brazil, persuaded the writer to go ahead with the work. First he wrote a pamphlet to Bishops and priests etc. of England asking their support, and now he wishes to have Dr. Kirby's advice about bringing the matter before the Holy See. More details given. He seems to have some idea about bringing Irish emigrants to South Brazil. 4pp

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446 9 December Holograph letter from V. McCabe, C.M., Irish College, 1867 Paris, to Kirby: After consulting his Superior General etc., the writer requests Dr. Kirby to forward the enclosed letter to Cardinal Prefect which says that he accepts the dignity of Bishop. Reference to troubles in Rome and to their anxiety during the debates in the Senate and Chamber of Deputies which turned out most happily. The Deputies voted 237 to 7 in favour of Temporal Power which is a true manifestation of the Catholic feeling of the country. Regards to Fr. Maher, etc. 3pp

447 10 December Holograph letter form +P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1867 Enclosing £13 to pay Spithaner's bill and £10 for Dr. Kirby. Requesting Dr. Kirby to clear up difficulty with Leonardi in connection with marble altars. Reference to mistake made by Spithaner's in sending two Gospels and no Missal. 3pp

448 10 December Holograph letter from Tambini and Pruckmayer, Shipping 1867 Agents, Rome, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby that the seven cases of marble [Altar for Cathedral, Waterford], are being held at the Dogana Regina because the Sigr. Malcomson said that he has received no instruction regarding the transportation of the marble to Waterford. 1p

449 10 December Holograph letter from John J. Lalor, 2, Longford Terrace., 1867 Monkstown, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Cannot go to Rome as early as expected. Urge Hogan to finish the bas-relief [of our Lady] for month of May. Otherwise some one else will have to be found to do it. Requesting prayers. 4pp

450 10 December Holograph letter from John Francis Maguire, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Forwarding a present of the writer's new book called, "The Irish in America". Hopes to bring out a third edition of "Rome and Rulers", adding events from 1858 to 1868. Requests Dr. Kirby to send him information regarding Pope and enemies alike during this period. 4pp

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451 10 December Holograph letter from William Codd, Fethard, Co. 1867 Wexford, to Kirby: Thanks for letter which has increased his confidence of success. Now appeals to Mgr. Kirby to obtain letters of recommendation from the Holy Father to the Empress Eugenie and an introduction from Cardinal Antonelli to Emperor Napoleon who, the writer was assured, would help him. 2pp

452 12 December Holograph letter from P.J. Ryan, American College, to 1867 Kirby: Accepting Mgr. Kirby's invitation to preach the Tridium previous to the feast of their National Saint 1p

453 13 December Holograph letter from +N. Power, The Palace, Killaloe, to 1867 Kirby: Enclosing £7 for Dr. Kirby, whom the writer found looking very well when in Rome. Diocesan Palace almost completed. Cardinal Cullen well - he is a great favourite and very humble. Dr. O'Brien ill. Ref. to Dr. Flannery [predecessor] having appointed two movable P.P.s, so the writer requests Dr. Kirby to remind Propaganda to grant Rev. Mortimer Hartney P.P. of Sounelloe the title of 'Parochus inamovibilis'. Reference to Pio Nono. 4pp

454 13 December Holograph letter from S. Marie Addolorato of the Most 1867 Holy Redeemer, [], to Kirby: Acknowledging receipt of equivalent of £10 in lire. Thanks also to Mr. Higgins. 1p

455 13 December Holograph letter from +J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1867 Kirby: Enclosing a petition for dispensation in 2° gradu. consang. requested by Fr. Condon. Reference to Fr. Condon's connection with the 'Free Press' not being properly understood by Cardinal Barnabo. Fenian demonstrations over Manchester executions are causing trouble. Dr. Gray and the writer are doing all they can to save the people from harm. More regarding Captain Mitchel's money [see KIR/1867/441], regarding Dr. Gray's alleged antipathy against Rome etc. Tell Rev. Cassin that the writer had no stipends to send him; reference to writer's financial position and to his health. Regards to James Maher and Mr. Fitzpatrick. 4pp

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456 15 December Holograph letter from +T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1867 Forwarding £1,000 Christmas offering of the diocese to the Holy Father. Mr. Kouher's declaration in the French Chambers has inspired all with renewed hopes for the Pope's future. Requests Dr. Kirby to tell Cardinal Barnabo of the enclosed details regarding Mission Fathers of the Diocese. Details of life given. Any intimation of their eventual approval by the Holy See would be of immense value. 4pp

457 16 December Holograph letter from Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Christmas greetings. Reference to affairs of the convent. Thanks for honorarium for 100 Masses which will be celebrated. 2pp

458 17 December Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Thomas Lawler, ex-pupil of the Christian Brothers. 1p

459 17 December Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55, Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. William Ryan who wishes to offer himself to the service of the Holy Father. 1p

460 18 December Holograph letter from N. Murphy, Ballyragget, to Kirby: 1867 Congratulations on Pope's glorious triumph over his enemies at Mentana, which the writer thinks may have been due to his parishioners who were united in prayer for the Pope's success. Wishes to know the price of an altar for a large Gothic church and also a set of the Stations of the Cross. Regards to J. Maher, Mogliazzi etc. On the back page is an invitation to participate at the Parochial Bazaar. 3pp

461 18 December Holograph letter from Maria Barbara, Monastero di S. 1867 Maria e Michel delle Benedettine, to Kirby: Christmas greetings and deep regard for Mgr. Kirby, etc. 3pp

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462 18 December Holograph letter from Cardinal Barnabo, Pref. di 1867 Propaganda, to Kirby: In Mgr. Kirby's hand- Forwarding £1,000 for the Holy Father from Dr. Furlong [see KIR/1867/456]. In Cardinal Barnabo's hand- Money presented to the Holy Father and Apostolic Benediction bestowed. 2pp

463 18 December Holograph letter from +Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to Kirby: 1867 In reference to a letter from Dr. Kirby the writer mentions that the Protestant Zouave was a prodigy. The past events in Italy show the intervention of Divine Providence. French are pledged now to defend the Pope and they will do it. Reference to the contempt of French priests for the Piedmontese Government. Enclosing a trifle for Christmas. Thanks to Mgr. Capalti for kindness to the writer. Regards to the revered lady who lives in the garden of St. Agatha's. 4pp

464 19 December Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Introducing Mr. Edmund Butler MacKenna, who has left the Austrian service and wishes to get work in Rome. 1p

465 20 December Holograph letter from Patrick F. Moran, 55 Eccles Street, 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Reference to the meeting in Dublin for the Holy Father. It was a great success. Reference to Mgr. Manning's meeting for the Holy Father. He adopted resolution made in Dublin meeting; and to an incident in Mgr. Manning's speech when he said something in praise of the English Government. The result proved that the Irish formed his congregation. Reference to the Requiem Mass of the brave Zouaves. Details. Reference to meeting of clergy on the subject of education. It opened a new and important era in our educational history. 20 young men for the Franco- Belgian Zouaves left this morning from Dublin. Will forward £2 for one of them James Doyle. Regards to Don Giacomo and Rev. Mogliazzi. Happy Christmas. 3pp

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466 20 December Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles St., 1867 Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing a letter for the Pope in which is £700. Total collection amounted to £3,200. Protestants are collecting for Garibaldi and Prince of Wales gave £100. Other details. Account of High Mass for the Pope's soldiers killed at Mintana. Writer delivered the oration and recited Dr. Kirby's story about Garibaldi hiding in the confessional of the Conventualist's Church. Sending copies of the address and also of the speeches made at the meeting of the diocesan clergy on education. Father Curtis, Mgr. McCabe, and Forde, Rev. Burke, Drs. Moran and Molony spoke. Their speeches will do much good. Reference to the trouble brewing over the execution of three men in Manchester. A collection is being made for their families and Dr. MacHale give £5. Reference to the Mass he is having said for them. The writer thinks it would be a mistake to canonize such men. Father Maher ill. William Cullen improving. Dr. Kieran held meeting for the Pope in Dundalk. Dr. Gillooly will hold one in Roscommon but the difficulty of getting speakers will deter other Bishops from holding them. 2pp

467 20 December Holograph letter from Madre Teressa Marirucci Badessa, 1867 Monastero della Benedettina di S. Antonio, Capia [Umbria], to Kirby: Christmas greetings and thanks etc. 3pp

468 22 December Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Requesting Mgr. Kirby to forward the enclosed details to Mgr. Rinaldini or to Cardinal Prefect regarding Rev. Joseph Martin who has appealed to the Holy See. Details - briefly, missionary for Australia probably once a Dominican, - came to Dublin, got permission to say Mass - nearly went crazy after drinking poteen and permission to celebrate Mass refused. Reference to the departure of fourteen boys for the Pope's service, in the company of a Mr. Duffy, agent for Lord Denbigh and recommended by Dr. Manning's secretary. They will not obey an English commander, only an Irish or French one. Reference to details mentioned in previous letters. Look after them. 3pp

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469 22 December Holograph letter from +James Murray, East Maitland, to 1867 Kirby: Forwarding Pastoral Letter on Education. Show it to Abbate Rinaldini. Would like to know how the Cardinal Prefect accepted Dr. Matthew Quinn and the writer's report on Dr. James Quinn. Reference to Fr. Bersanti, Sydney, who seems to have gone to Rome to put a charge of violence against Dr. Matthew Quinn and the writer. Details regarding Rev. Bersanti's Garibaldian tendencies. Inform the Cardinal. Reference to Fr. Austin Sheehy and repeats his opinion that he should not be made Bishop until all charges against him are proved false. Reference to Fr. Anselm Curtis and his conduct under Dr. Sheehy who was then in charge of Lyndhurst College, and to Rev. Bergin also of Lyndhurst College. Reference to system of electing Bishops. Dr. Polding says that American system could not be used in Australia. Writer's view is quite the contrary, which view he hopes the Sacred Congregation will follow. Writing to Cardinal Barnabo regarding Dr. Goold. Dr. [Fenut] of [Kennt] gave an admirable lecture on education. Hopes it will make an impression on Protestants. Times are bad, most crops poor for the past three years. Hopes to establish an association under patronage of St. Joseph for the promotion of the Catholic Education in the diocese. Regards to Rev. James Maher. Enclosed - 1. +Matthew Quinn to +Murray, 17.12.1867. 2. Press cutting regarding +M. Quinn, 20.9.[1867]. 3 items

470 24 December Holograph letter from P.F. Moran, 55, Eccles St., Dublin, to 1867 Kirby: Forwards £195.15.0 pension money for nine students except £2 for Doyle, Zouave. Dr. Taylor to leave for Rome around 8th January. New Year greetings to Don Giacomo and Mgr. Mogliazzi. Prepared new edition of Peter Lombardi's work on 'De Regno Hiberniae'. Requests permission to dedicate it to Dr. Kirby: 2pp

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471 26 December Holograph letter from J.A. Hoare, Christian Schools, North 1867 Richmond Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for forwarding the Holy Father's acknowledgement of money from the writer, congregation and pupils. The enemies of the Pope have done much good in unintentionally strengthening loyalties to Pio Nono. In the past 20 years their institute has trebled its numbers and its schools and enjoy the favour of the Cardinal. Request address of Dr. Goold. 4pp

472 28 December Holograph letter from D. Nicola Rosati, Tivoli, to Kirby: 1867 Wishing Mgr. Kirby every prosperity in 1868. 1p

473 28 December Holograph letter from S. R.M. Porter, Tripoli, [Barbary], to 1867 Kirby: Illness prevented the writer from thanking Mgr. Kirby for his letter and present [brooch]. Padre Prefetto who dined with Mgr. Kirby in Rome last July, the nuns, Mr. Porter, Miss Parker were devoted to the writer during her illness. Does Fr. Burke know anything of Lady von [Straubeenzer] who has not answered a letter from the writer[] Hopes Mgr. Kirby did not over-exert himself during the Festa of last June for he does not take care of himself. New Year greetings, etc. 4pp

474 29 December Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletri, to 1867 Kirby: Acknowledging receipt of honorarium for thirty Masses. God sends many afflictions to the convent and now Suor Maria Catterina is dying. 1p

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475 31 December Holograph letter from +Daniel McGettigan, Letterkenny, to 1867 Kirby: Thanks for letter of 29th November and 3rd December. Permits Mr. Sweeny to complete this year's course at Dr. Kirby's request. Reference to Dr. Dan McGettigan. He is in Rome at 95, Piazza Farnese and wishes to be recommended to Dr. Kirby. Writer knows that Dr. Kirby will cheerfully assist him. Sending His Eminence £50 yearly for Dr. McGettigan's support. Thanks for trying to obtain a place in Propaganda. Will renew application in June. Reference to Edward McFadden whom he intends to send to Propaganda. Prospect for Rome is now sunny. Mentana was the Waterloo of the Eternal City. Reference to sad disappointment of the Black North, to Fenian trouble in England. Donegal is free of Fenian trouble. Hopes to visit Rome and partake of Dr. Kirby's hospitality. Hopes to forward some money soon for the Pope. Details of collection. Never was a mite more cheerfully given. New Year greetings. 4pp

476 31 December Holograph letter from Luigi di Righetti, Roma, to Kirby: 1867 Fully satisfied with money received for assistance given to the Irish College. New Year greetings etc. Enclosing 9 scudi to pay for milk received during the second half of the year. 1p

477 'Holy Holograph letter from Ellen Mary Luke, Roma, to Kirby: Saturday' Meaning of contents obscure. Calling Mgr. Kirby's attention to an enclosed card. Reference to the Sacred Heart Convent having sent her to a certain lady. 1p [Digitised in this place, despite the date.]

1 3 January Holograph letter from Elen B., Blackrock, to Kirby: Thanks 1868 to Dr. Kirby for money received. Rejoices at Holy Father's great victory over his enemies. 4pp

2 3 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Austin Joseph, Convent of 1968 Our Lady of Mercy, Baggot Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Sends an offering of £5-10-0 for Masses. 2pp.

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3 3 January Holograph letter from Thomas English, St. Mary's, 1868 Clonmel, to Kirby: Tells of Bishop's recovery from recent illness. Collection in the diocese for the Holy Father amounted to £1,900. Requests, with Bishop's permission, that Dr. Kirby get a dispensation for marriage of two neighbours. Rejoices at victory of Pope over Garibaldians. 4pp.

4 3 January Holograph letter from +John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1868 Excellent speeches at Dublin meetings on the Temporal Power and the Education Question. Magnificent speeches by Cardinal. Many other successful meetings but none in Galway. Gentry uncooperative. Will hold collection for Pope during Lent. Model Schools almost without Catholics. Fears Fenian movement will injure the country. Mass made medium of political denunciation. 3pp.

5 4 January Holograph letter from + D O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1868 Sends £1,900, amount of collection made to help Holy Father. Catholics held mass meeting at Waterford to demonstrate their loyalty. Resolution to hold collection. 3pp.

6 6 January Holograph letter from Eliza Cronin, 60 James Street, 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Begs for a loan of £3. 4pp.

7 6 January Holograph letter from M. O'Connor, S. J., Loyola College, 1868 Bullinin, New Jersey, to Kirby: Introduces Miss E. Harper, a relative of Archbishop Carroll of that diocese. 1p.

8 7 January Holograph letter from + J.A. Goold, Santa Maria in 1868 Porterula, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to send to the nuns in Geelong the sanction he obtained for them. 1p.

9 7 January Holograph letter from James Barry, C.C., Wexford, to 1878 Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to get D.D. degree for him. 2pp.

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10 7 January Holograph letter from John Francis Maguire, Cork, to 1868 Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Herrick. 2pp.

11 7 January Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles 1968 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Government alarmed by the deeds of Fenians. Irish in England suffer as a result. Denounces the 'Nation'. Dr. MacHale assisted at High Mass for the Fenians executed at Manchester. Several Masses for them in Cloyne. Cardinal himself only allowed private Masses for them. Visit of Lord Mayor in State on previous Sunday. Getting all the speeches on Education printed in pamphlet form. Excellent report on Dublin Catholics. Tells Dr. Kirby to watch Clarendon. 2pp.

12 10 January Holograph letter from Hugh Newman, C.C., Arva, 1868 Killeshandra, Co. Cavan, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation for marriage of uncle and niece who have already contracted marriage in Protestant Church. 2pp.

13 10 January Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1868 Seeks renewal of powers granted in Form 6a. Would like to get missionaries dispensed from Divine Office during missions [3 weeks]. Desires renewal of permission to reside in seminary. Thanks Dr. Kirby for getting for Lord Granard the privilege of keeping the Blessed Sacrament at Johnstown Castle. Seeks advice on interpretation of a similar privilege granted to Mr. Cliffe, and also an interpretation of dispensation for third sister to enter the same convent. 4pp.

14 13 January Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1868 to Kirby: Sends £5. Will the General Council be held during 1868[] Fenians harmful. 2pp.

14 a 13 January Printed card with handwritten insertions from Lizzie 1868 [Ritter], niece, 46 Thomas Street, Limerick, to Kirby: Invitation from 'Il Principe e la Principessa Borghese for 13 January 1868. 2pp.

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15 13 January Holograph letter from Lizzie [Ritter], 46 Thomas Street, 1868 Limerick, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for presents. Desires copies of picture of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. Seeks prayers to decide whether or not to enter a Convent. 8pp.

16 14 January Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Grahamstown, Cape of 1868 Good Hope, to Kirby: Safe arrival of party, fourteen in all, including writer. Six Dominican nuns from Sion Hill, Dublin and one lay person; four young ladies to enter a convent as postulants in Grahamstown. Two theological students. Very busy. Sends regards to Cardinal Barnabo and thanks him for place in Propaganda, which will be filled in October. Sends regards also to his students in Propaganda. 4pp.

17 14 January Holograph letter from F. Leonardi, to Kirby: About an altar. 1868 2pp.

18 15 January Holograph letter from Jeremiah Buckley, Glasgow, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for using his influence to get cameo from the Pope. Read Dr. Kirby's last letter from the altar. Matters in Glasgow in a miserable state. 4pp.

19 15 January Holograph letter from + M. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1868 Wants a dispensation for a mixed marriage in his diocese. Sent small offering to Holy Father in previous letter. Great alarm about Fenianism but no danger of a rebellion. Government have received several false alarms of risings. 4pp.

20 18 January Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to 1868 Kirby: £1,900 received from Dr. O'Brien, Bishop of Waterford. Holy Father gratefully sends Apostolic Blessing. 1p.

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21 19 January Holograph letter from Dean A. Cogan, Seminary, Navan, to 1868 Kirby: Forwards two volumes on the Ecclesiastical History of the Diocese of Meath for presentation to Holy Father. Would like to get D.D. as recognition of labours. 4pp.

22 19 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles 1868 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Sends copies of speeches on Education. Fenians quiet but many arrests. Government fortifying many places, possibly against America or Russia. Rage for Masses and public offices for Manchester Fenians has subsided. Dr. Quinn is out of financial difficulties. Dr. Murray in great need of priests. Inquires about Irish soldiers in Rome. Dr. MacCabe's bulls have not arrived. Make Sister Jane McKenna enter a convent when she arrives in Rome. Ask Monsignor Ronaldi to remove all the Capuchins now in Dublin and replace them. In Dublin there are 420 friars and 1150 nuns supported by charity. 4pp.

23 21 January Holograph letter from John Crotty, Powerstown, Clonmel, 1868 to Kirby: Introduces nephew, David O'Mara. Desires faculties to bless medals, rosary beads etc. for himself and Fr. Andrew Walsh, St. Peter and Paul's, Clonmel. 4pp

24 21 January Holograph letter from John S. Flanagan, Christian Brother, 1868 Mount Sion, Waterford, to Kirby: Seeks prize for bazaar to help liquidate debt of £1,400 on new convent. Over 1,000 poor children attend daily. Thinks Holy Father would also help, if asked. 3pp.

25 a 23 January Holograph letter from Moran to Kirby: Concerned with the 1868 tomb of Peter Lombard Archbishop of Armagh. Education Commission appointed. Favours. Redemptoristine nuns- came originally from Belgium. 4pp.

25 21 January Holograph letter from Mary MacDonnell, Prin Lodge, to 1868 Kirby: Introduces Miss Lloyd, who has letters to Brogogelli family. 2pp.

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26 24 January Holograph letter from James D. Doyle, Monte Rotondo, to 1868 Kirby: Asks that bearer, Mr. Lynch, be given all letters for him and that 3 scudi be sent from next remittance. 2pp.

27 27 January Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1868 to Kirby: Introduces Mr. McInerney, who resigned from post of Sub-Inspector of Police to join Papal Army. 2pp.

28 27 January Holograph letter from Thomas Browne, Leyton Street, 1868 Limerick, to Kirby: Desires dispensation for mixed marriage of William Reynolds [Protestant] and Catherine Daly. Enclosed - Handwritten Draft of Petition, 16.2.68. 2 items.

29 27 January Holograph letter from S. McDonnell, Onboard the 1868 'Congress', Annesley Bay, Abyssinia, to Kirby: Has been at Annesley Bay since December 10th. Is correspondent for 'Bombay Gazette' and 'Levant Herald'. Hopes to spend Easter at Jerusalem. Asks Dr. Kirby to get him accommodation there through the General of the Franciscans. Sends a note for publication in Irish and Italian papers regarding arrival on board of Roman Catholic Chaplain. 6pp.

30 28 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist Forde, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Baggot Street, to Kirby: Offering of £8 for Masses. 3pp.

31 28 January Holograph letter from Agnes Horner, 1709 Walnut Street, 1868 Philadelphia, to Kirby: Thanks for souvenir; not yet arrived. Successful bazaar to clear debt on parochial school. 100,000 unemployed. Scepticism and infidelity widespread in U.S. A. 4pp.

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32 29 January Holograph letter from James J. Doyle, St. Laurence 1868 O'Toole's Seminary, 25 Usher's Quay, Dublin, to Kirby: Edward O'Reilly left Dublin, without his father's consent, to join Papal Army. If Dr. Kirby meets him, will he tell him that his father will send him money if he needs it. 2pp.

33 29 January Holograph letter from + James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1868 Has notified Cardinal Barnabo that he is doing his best to bring about a Synodical meeting as soon as possible. Is sending a lengthy document containing the complaints made by his young priests against him. Read and hand in to Propaganda. 2pp.

34 29 January Holograph letters from [Cournance], St. Pierre [] to Dr. 1868 Mullock, Bishop of St. John's: To use his influence in Rome for promotion of friend [no name given]. 4pp.

35 30 January Holograph letter from J.D. Doyle, Monte Rotondo, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks for 3 scudi. 1p.

36 30 January Holograph letter from Charles McCarthy, P.P., 1868 Castlemagner, Kanturk, to Kirby: Begs, with Bishop's permission, for dispensation for marriage of two first cousins in his parish [Maurice Riely and Mary Roche]. 3pp.

37 31 January Holograph letter from Thomas English, P.P., St. Mary's, 1868 Clonmel, to Kirby: Has written to Dr. Kirby about a month previously concerning marriage dispensation. Nothing heard since. 4pp.

38 3 February Holograph letter from E.F. [nee O'Connell], [Rome], to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a candle. Tells him a French Monsignor will call to see him and will be happy to take charge of any commissions. 2pp.

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39 3 February Holograph letter from + J.A. Goold of Melbourne, Santa 1868 Maria in Posterula [Rome], to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for invitation. Must decline owing to departure from Rome. Promises to render any service possible during his stay in Florence and Ireland. 1p.

40 4 February Holograph letter from + James P. Woods, Cathedral, Logan 1868 Square, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Introduces a Fr. Patrick Nugent to Dr. Kirby. Same is in bad health and needs a rest. 1p.

41 5 February Holograph letter from John Mawe, Tralee, to Kirby: Asks 1868 Dr. Kirby to get a dispensation for a mixed marriage between William Myles and Mary Brosnan. Expects former to be converted. Encloses two letters, one containing an address he made on the state of the country and another containing the resolutions adopted at the deanery meeting. 1p.

42 6 February Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles 1868 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. John Power, son of Sir James Power Bart., and heir to his title and estates. Asks Dr. Kirby to give him any advice he may require as he is thinking of joining the Papal Army. He is a very good Catholic. 1p.

43 7 February Holograph letter from A. Quinn, Athy, to Kirby: Offers 1868 condolence on the death of a student, Mr. Kenna. Invites Dr. Kirby to Athy and hopes he will enjoy it as much as the Cardinal Archbishop did. 4pp.

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44 7 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1868 Tells Dr. Kirby that there are some new candidates going to Rome. The new Bishop of Ardagh, Dr. McCabe, consecrated the previous Monday in Paris. Protestant meeting in Dublin. Writer does not think Odo Russell a good theologian and would not like to follow him. Manchester Martyrs were honoured solely because they were Fenians. Processions were displays of Fenianism. 2pp.

45 7 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Introduces Mr. John Taaffe who is going to Rome with his bride. Is a relation of Countess Borgogelli, Dr. Kirby's friend. 1p.

46 c 7 February Holograph letter from [Gioacchiro Rosadi], Tivoli, to 1868 Kirby: Greetings to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

47 9 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces Mrs. J.J. Byrne. 1p.

48 10 February Holograph letter from + John B. Lowry, Santa Fe, New 1868 Mexico, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Tells of twenty-four subjects be brought with him and describes battle they had with wild Indians while crossing the prairies. Tells of a Pastoral Retreat and Mission preached by Jesuit Fathers previous November. Has had no news of the new Diocese of Colorado and Arizona. Expects a large number of immigrants in his Diocese in a few years, and also expects railroad to reach New Mexico. Hopes Pope will not be removed from Rome but will be established for the prosperity of the Church. 4pp.

49 12 February Holograph letter from N. Scully, Sacre Cuore alla Lungara, 1868 to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to get Indulgences for a Paris Congregation, or Confraternity of Union of Prayers [object - extirpation of drunkenness] in a Convent in Armagh. 3pp.

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50 13 February Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks for dispensation. Encloses £300, Papal Collection in second half of 1867. Thinks Fenianism is dying out in country parishes. A movement beginning to start against Protestant Church. 3pp.

51 14 February Holograph letter from Thomas J. O'Reilly, The Presbytery, 1868 Marlborough Street, to Kirby: Sends the address of the Committee of the Peter's Pence Association. 3pp.

52 14 February Holograph letter from [], to Kirby: Looks for Dr. Kirby's 1868 sympathy. D. Marini. 2pp.

53 15 February Holograph letter from Henry J.N. Kerr, 8 Lower Bridge 1868 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to use his influence to get him into Papal Army. Hopes to get reference from Cardinal Cullen. Has letters from two Monsignors. 3pp.

54 15 February Holograph letter from + L. Gillooly, Elphin, [Dublin], to 1868 Kirby: Encloses documents conveying to Pope devout attachment of the Diocese of Elphin. Describes meeting held to express sympathy with Pope. Matters look very gloomy in Glasgow. 4pp.

55 16 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1868 States Dr. Conroy got the Pallium for Dr. Kieran. Mentions a letter he received from Lord Denbigh requesting him to send an Irish Chaplain to the Irish Zouaves, and asks Dr. Kirby to mention the matter to Cardinal Antonelli. Lord Denbigh also requested him to pay for rifles and ammunition but he could not do so as the funds had been sent to Rome. W. Cullen again sick. All the offices in Ireland being filled by Protestants. The Board of new asylum in Enniscorthy nearly all Protestant. Exposition in all churches to beg God's blessing on the country. He expects the incident between Dr. Lynch and the three Scotch Bishops will make the split between Irish and Scotch worse than ever. 4pp.

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56 17 February Holograph letter from H.M. Ross of Bladenberg, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for cameo and tells how much she misses her husband. 3pp.

57 17 February Holograph letter from Maria Sutton, 3 Victoria Road, Cork, 1868 to Kirby: States how worried her parents are about her sick brother and asks Dr. Kirby to let them know if his condition is improved. 4pp.

58 18 February Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Lanark, to Kirby: The 1868 writer encloses the Pastoral of the Bishops of Scotland denouncing the 'Glasgow Free Press', and explains his own attitude. Includes cutting from The Glasgow Herald, 10 February. 2 items.

59 19 February Holograph letter from H.M. Ross of Bladerburg, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces a Miss Hunt. 3pp.

60 20 February Holograph letter from + J.J. Mullock, to Kirby: Writer and 1868 Mr. Jordan's brother are to make arrangements to have him brought home. He tells of present of 1,000 dollars received from the Directors of the Atlantic Telegraph Company and which he gave to the St. Patrick's Church Building Fund. 2pp.

61 20 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1868 Father Delaney, S. J. Informs the writer that the Irish Volunteers in Rome have not been treated fairly, throws blame on Monsignors Stoner and Talbot. Blames De Charette for making an attack on the Irish. If writer gets a good case, he will send it to Cardinal Antonelli or the Pope. Commission on National Education has commenced its meetings. Sullivan and Bigott, two editors of 'Nation' and 'Irishman' to be imprisoned. Neither were good Catholics, so will be treated leniently. 2pp.

62 20 February Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1868 Introduces Mr. and Mrs. Meldon, Barrister. 1p.

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63 a 22 February Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Enclosing £200 for 1868 His Holiness. Accounts here about Zouaves bad. Thinks Dr. Kirby should not stand aloof. 2pp.

63 22 February Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, St. Mel's, Longford, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for all his useful suggestions. Asks him to obtain eight petitions from the Holy See for him. 4pp.

64 24 February Holograph letter from Patrick B. Cahill, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Inquires about his brother John's health. 4pp.

65 25 February Holograph letter from A. Cogan, Seminary, Navan, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for presenting the two volumes on the Meath Diocese to Pope. Explains why he wanted to receive a D.D. 3pp.

66 26 February Holograph letter from M.J. Catherine, Superior, Ursuline 1868 Convent, Sligo, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to present enclosed petitions to Mons. Bartolini. 2pp.

67 27 February Holograph letter from John Stanislaus Flanagan, Mount 1868 Sion, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for the prize sent for the bazaar. 2pp.

68 28 February Holograph letter from Francis Murphy, S. J., Upper 1868 Gardiner Street, Dublin, with enclosed holograph letter from + J. Leahy to F. Murphy, S. J., to Kirby: Requests dispensation for mixed marriage between Mary Barry, a Catholic, and William Everet, a Protestant. 2 items.

69 28 February Holograph letter from [M] Kieran, Dundalk, to Kirby: 1868 Owing to shortage of priests, writer requests that W. Barron be sent home as soon as possible. Still a lot of poverty in the country, but things are beginning to improve. Churches, convents, schools being built in every diocese. Cardinal suffering from cold. 3pp.

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70 29 February Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, 18 James Street, 1868 Liverpool, to Kirby: Encloses £5 Mass offering. William Cullen still in precarious state. 1p.

71 29 February Holograph letter from John Lynch, P.P., Ballynean, to 1968 Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Young, her daughter and son-in-law to Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

72 1 March 1868 Holograph letter from J. Rice, Queenstown, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain a dispensation for Miss L. Dove to contract a marriage with a Protestant officer, Andrew Kennedy, R.N. 2pp.

72 a 1 March 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Regarding Australia. University Charter expected. 2pp.

73 2 March 1868 Holograph letter from Maria Sutton, Ursuline Convent, Cork, to Kirby: Thanks to Dr. Kirby for consoling parents, now recovering from shock. In convent again and painting a picture of St. Peter's to send to Dr. Kirby as a token of esteem. 4pp.

74 2 March 1868 Holograph letter from Maria Auriosi, Via del Boschetto, Roma, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for alms for her poor daughter. 2pp.

75 2 March 1868 Holograph letter from P.F. Flynn, to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby he has arrived in Ireland and has been removed from Cappoquin. He has left his heart in Rome and so parted easily from friends in Cappoquin. Asks about Miss O'Keeffe and friends at Minerva. Bishop has recovered. 4pp.

76 3 March 1868 Holograph letter from Guiseppe Ciceolini, to Kirby: The Secretary of the Congregation of Sacred Rites wishes to inform Dr. Kirby that the decree for St. Ita is now ready and mentions price of same. 2pp.

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77 3 March 1868 Holograph letter from L. Forde, [Dublin], to Fr. Cassin: The writer informs Father Cassin to write to Propaganda through Dr. Kirby concerning Fr. Cassin's case. Fr. Cassin to serve as Chaplain of St. Mary's Asylum for Blind under Sisters of Charity. 4pp.

78 3 March 1868 Holograph letter from T.J. O'Reilly, [], to Kirby, hopes Dr. Kirby has received Draft sent. Asks Dr. Kirby to write [an address presumably sent] in Latin and English. Hopes Holy Father will get it soon in order to further the cause of justice in Ireland. Waits on Holy Father's reply. 4pp.

79 4 March 1868 Holograph letter from Mary C. de Ricci, [], to Kirby: Asks to have objects blessed. States death of Canon Byrne and that Cardinal has announced a Triduum in honour of St. Brigid. 5pp.

80 4 March 1868 Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby of accusations being made by Bishop Munro against a Mr. Monteith. Asks Dr. Kirby to give the extract of Bishop Munro's letter to Cardinal Barnabo of Propaganda. Accusations against Mr. Monteith are false. He is an excellent man. 4pp.

81 5 March 1868 Holograph letter from James Cassin, Dublin, to Kirby: Propaganda has been pleased to speak well in favour of James Cassin - 'that he is a good priest, that he had converted many Protestants in California'. Cardinal Cullen expresses the wish that these statements be confirmed by Ecclesiastical authority. Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness. 2pp.

82 5 March 1868 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Sends Dr. Kirby £10 for expenses in affairs with diocese. Requests prize for Bazaar to be obtained from Pope. St. John's College too small. Lease has expired. Has purchased new ground on St. John's Hill for a College. Begs Holy Father's blessing. 4pp.

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83 5 March 1868 Holograph letter from Thomas English, St. Mary's, Clonmel, to Kirby: Dispensation has arrived for marriage. Gentleman received into Church. Bishop's health improved. Fenianism has disappeared from Parish; still in Cork. 4pp.

84 6 March 1868 Holograph letter from + William Keane, Queenstown [Cobh], to Kirby: Enclosed copy of Lenten Pastoral. Peter's Pence is forwarded. Joy that Pio Nono is Pope in such difficult times. Ireland also has its share of trouble, but the people cling to the Faith, dearer to them than life. Continental Papers writing about General Council in Rome. Hopes to see Dr. Kirby in Rome before end of same. 4pp.

85 8 March 1868 Holograph letter from Mary B. Lynch, Presentation Convent, Maryborough, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for painting sent by Dr. Taylor. Invitation to visit convent when next in Ireland. 2pp.

86 8 March 1868 Holograph letter from John Taaffe, Palazzo Inbonio, 221 Piazza S. S. Apstoli, to Kirby: Requests inclusion of a Miss Lloyd in an audience with Holy Father. Address - 121 Monto Citorio. 2pp.

87 9 March 1868 Holograph letter from Patrick B. Cahill, Thurles, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to send two brothers to Ireland with the consent of Archbishop of Cashel. 4pp.

88 10 March Holograph letter from George Montgomery, St. Mary's, 1868 Wednesbury and enclosure extract from 'Rev, G. Montgomery's Register, Vol.1 No.8' [March 1868], to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to give a copy of a paper which is enclosed to Mgr. Franchi and one to Mr. Fonnby. Dr. Kirby to tell the former to leave out last sentence in the address to the Pope. Asks Dr. Kirby to pray for Irish emigrants going from England to Brazil on the ship 'Florence Chipman'. 2 items.

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89 10 March Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, St. Mary's, Lanark, to 1868 Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby of accusations made against Fr. Scully by Dr. Gray. Asks Dr. Kirby to inform Cardinal Barnabo. 3pp.

90 11 March Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1868 Kirby, and enclosed holograph petition from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar for dispensation, to Cardinal Barnabo: Enclosure for Propaganda and a request for certain faculties. 2 items.

91 11 March Holograph letter from [Lady] Granard, Johnstown Castle, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for presents received per Fr. Fitzgerald. Hopes to see him in person when visiting Rome. Was confirmed by Cardinal Cullen. 3pp.

92 11 March Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1868 Requests Dr. Kirby to get a dispensation for a lady to enter Convent of Mercy, Wexford, where there are two of her sisters professed nuns. 4pp.

93 11 March Holograph letter from Thomas English, Clonmel, to Kirby: 1868 Telegram for Marriage Dispensation. 2pp.

94 12 March Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain dispensation for parochial cases. 4pp.

95 12 March Holograph letter from Robert Sutton, 3 Victoria Road, 1868 Cork, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to send his son, Robert, to the country for a rest and change of air after severe illness. 2pp.

96 [Mistake in dating. Holograph letter from Joseph Severn, British Consulate, Rome to Kirby requesting him to send a list of names of British subjects resident in the Irish College - included with letters from 1861]

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97 15 March Holograph letter from Francesco Bicci, Rome, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for invitation to dinner and is sorry he cannot come. 1p.

98 16 March Holograph letter from M.C. Fraher, St. Mary's Convent, 1868 Cabra, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to obtain a special blessing from Pope for a priest who is very ill. 4pp.

99 16 March Holograph letter from A. Negrotti, Vatican, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for invitation to dinner. 2pp.

100 17 March Holograph letter from Thomas English, Clonmel, to Kirby: 1868 Request for dispensation for mixed marriage. Request sanctioned by Archbishop and the Bishop of Limerick. 4pp.

101 18 March Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness to him while in Rome. Everything in Ireland quiet. Watching events in Parliament. 3pp.

102 22 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1868 Informs Dr. Kirby of bad conduct of some Irish soldiers in Rome. Some should be sent home. Dr. Leahy and Dr. Derry in London treating about the Catholic University. A Royal Commission set up to deal with the question of primary education in the schools. Inquires about the General Council. No Fenianism at present. 4pp.

103 23 March Holograph letter from Marie Kelly, 3 Tivoli Place, 1868 Kingstown, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to pray for husband, in bad state of mind and in danger of losing his religion. Dr. Kirby not to mention his name to anybody. 3pp.

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104 24 March Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1868 Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain dispensation to validate a marriage. Tells Dr. Kirby how difficult it is to get Masses said - shortage of priests. Talks about trial of Clarke V. McKenna. A new Catholic Paper out in Belfast - 'The Ulster Examiner'. Trouble with Whigs. 'Gladstone, Bright and Co.' 2pp.

105 24 March Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1868 Rescript appointing the Dean has arrived. Fr. Mawe did not know of application. Dean has built a new tower on the church, giving £1,000 himself. Hopes for a change of Government which will disestablish the Protestant Church. Priests sent by Dr. Kirby are doing well. Informs Dr. Kirby that students should cultivate a better accent while in college, as people do not now appreciate the brogue. Sends Dr. Kirby a small sum of money for himself. 4pp.

106 Holograph letter from William Kirby, 24 Mungret St., Limerick, to Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby of his sickness during the winter. Requests him to have 100 Masses said for his intentions. Hope's Dr. Kirby's health is good. 4pp

106 a 26 March Holograph letter from Moran to Kirby: The Catholic 1868 University. The Established Church. Devotion of people. Their liberty and their regard for the Pope. Great victory over the Established Church. 4pp

107 28 March Holograph letter from M.M. Maguire, Convent of Mercy, 1868 Galway, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favour received from Holy Father. Also, for being so kind to a nun, a sister of the writer. 1p.

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108 29 March Holograph letter from F. O'Brien, R.C.C., Dungarvan, to 1868 Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain a privilege from the Holy See for a side altar in the Parish Church to be a 'Privileged Altar'. States that it was donated by the Carbery Family. If privilege is not granted, asks him to seek one for all Masses to be said for deceased relatives.

109 31 March Holograph letter from P.F. Flynn, Dungarvan, to Kirby: 1868 Writer has been appointed by Bishop to go to Canada and Newfoundland to collect money for new College in Waterford. Asks for letters of introduction to people in Canada. 4pp.

110 31 March Holograph letter from + J. McEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1868. Palm Sends Dr. Kirby money for Holy Father. Joy on hearing that Sunday 1868 the Secretary of Propaganda has received Red Hat. Glad of Gladstone's triumph on question of the Irish Church. Diocesan affairs. 2pp.

111 a Holy Holograph letter from P F Moran, Eccles Street Dublin to Thursday Kirby: Encloses monies for the following students- Higgins, 1868 O'Halloran, Staples and Barry. Also money for James D Doyle, a Zouave. He will deduct at a later date money owed to the PP of Balliborough. Reference to the great victory over the Established Church and good reception expected to be given to the Prince of Wales in Dublin. M Dillon has passed through Dublin and appears to have recovered his health. 1p

111 [Pre- 6 Holograph letter from Sr. M.M. Burke, Convent of Mercy, March 1868] Ballinasloe, to Kirby: £5 Mass offerings. 2pp.

112 3 April 1868 Holograph letter from P. Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby that the Protestant Establishment has been shaken. Hope of the M.P.s doing their duty and avoiding bloodshed. 2pp.

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113 3 April 1868 Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, St. Mel's, Longford, to Kirby: Acknowledges letter received. £10 enclosed for Dr. Kirby. Asks him to obtain permission to erect in the Diocese the Confraternity of the Sacred Heart. Hopes to send students to Rome soon. 3pp.

114 3 April 1868 Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, Liverpool, to Kirby: A case taken up whose charges are £18-14-4. Papers mislaid and is looking for them. 2pp.

115 3 April 1868 Holograph letter from Louise Dillon, to Kirby: Asks for the favour of being permitted to visit Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

116 4 April 1868 Holograph letter from J.A. Parker, St. Peter and Paul's, Cork, to Kirby: Letter introducing Dr. Ferguson to Dr. Kirby. Maintenance of Irish Protestant Church brought up in Parliament. They had a majority of sixty. 3pp.

117 5 April 1868 Holograph letter from Lydia L. [Soute], to Kirby: Writes to Dr. Kirby for a Confirmation Certificate which is necessary for [her daughter's] marriage to a non-Catholic. Hopes to be in Rome next year. At present in Dresden. 4pp.

118 6 April 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. M.A. Cullen, Presentation Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Begs Dr. Kirby's prayers. Sr. M. Gertrude Hynes, R.I.P. 4pp.

119 7 April 1868 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Request for obtaining of dispensation so that third member of same family may enter Mercy Convent, Wexford. 3pp.

120 7 April 1868 Holograph letter from D.E. Rema, Velletin, to Kirby: Anxious about preparation of some young girls for first Communion. Fears for his ability to fulfil such a duty but trusts in God. 3pp.

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121 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating. See catalogue entry KIR/1867/131]

122 10 April 1868 Holograph letter from John P. Leonard, Paris, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for donations inside and outside the Irish College, Rome, for the poor Arabs of Algeria. 4pp.

123 10 April 1868 Holograph letter from Mons. Vind, Tivoli, to Kirby: On behalf of the Rector of the Episcopal Seminary, seeks an invitation to dinner. 2pp.

124 10 April 1868 Holograph letter from + William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: Dispensation sought for second degree of consanguinity. 2pp.

125 13 April 1868 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for Pope's Benediction to a local lady. Peter's Pence collection increased - £33-13-9. 1p.

126 15 April 1868 Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Great jubilation, both in Ireland and Rome, over the Protestant Church's defeat in Parliament. Thank Cardinal Antonelli for his good advice on the matter. Invited to dine with Lord Lieutenant at Castle. 4pp.

127 15 April 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Teresa White, Convent of Mercy, Clifden, to Kirby: Asks for help for Orphanage. 4pp.

128 15 April 1868 Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Dublin, to Kirby: Asks for renewal of privilege of blessing beads. University question still being debated. Hopes of a Charter. Talks of having Trinity on a non-religious basis but this would be dangerous. 4pp.

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129 17 April 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby 1. to petition the Holy Father to extend the time for the Triduum and Plenary Indulgence for the Octave of Saints Peter and Paul; 2. to get a dispensation for a mixed marriage; 3. that Sr. M. Aloysius may remain superior for three more years. 4pp.

130 17 April 1868 Holograph letter from J. Milne, Redhead, to Kirby: Laments the bad weather in Rome and his not being able to see Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

131 17 April 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: Dined with the Lord Lieutenant, the Prince and Princess of Wales and other English and Irish noblemen. Conversation cordial and friendly. Big change since ten years ago when Lord Eglington would not dine with the Lord Mayor as Cardinal Wiseman was present. Disraeli appears to have turned to the 'No Popery' cry.

132 17 April 1868 Holograph letter from William Kirby, 24 Mungret Street, Limerick, to Kirby: £1 offering for Masses for his recovery to health and for deceased relatives. 3pp.

133 21 April 1868 Holograph letter from D.E. Rema, Velletri, to Kirby: Has followed Dr. Kirby's notes with regard to Lent in the Convent. 2pp.

134 21 April 1868 Holograph letter from Thomas Murphy, Irish College, Paris, to Kirby: Acknowledgement of £1 received for the Algerian orphans. 103 students at present in the College. Dr. Moran has appointed St. Patrick as patron of the chapel. Would Fr. Maher secure permission to celebrate the Mass as in Ireland - a Double of the First Class. 2pp.

135 22 April 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Ferrari, Abbessa, S. Bernardina, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for image of Divine Redeemer sent on. 1p.

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136 22 April 1868 Holograph letter from Fr. Salini, Quirinal, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for a Nihil Obstat or Non Expedire for a book which is enclosed. 1p.

137 24 April 1868 Holograph letter from + William Keane, Cloyne, to Kirby: £425 for Pio Nono from Cloyne. Times changing in Ireland and British opinion more favourable. Hopes Pio Nono will live to open and close the coming Council. 4pp.

138 25 April 1868 Holograph letter from R.A. Coffin, CSSR, Villa Caserta, to Kirby: Cannot accept Dr. Kirby's invitation to the College owing to a domestic festal anniversary. 3pp.

139 26 April 1868 Holograph letter from [Fr. Paolino C., Velletri], to Kirby: Replies to Dr. Kirby's letter of 22/4/68. Thanks him for his advice, especially in regard to sick members of community. Detailed account of forthcoming procession in honour of Our Lady. 2pp.

140 27 April 1868 Holograph letter from Sister [], to Kirby: Religious matters. 3pp.

141 27 April 1868 Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, St. Mary's, Athlone, to Kirby: Request to get permission to have the Triduum in honour of SS. Peter and Paul during the last fortnight of May and the first fortnight of June. 1p.

142 27 April 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen to Kirby: encloses letter from Dr. Manning to Cullen dated 24/4/68. Also encloses circular from Cullen to French bishops dated 25/4/68. Meets and dines with Prince and Princess of Wales while Protestant persons are scarcely noticed. All the party visited Mater Hospital, Catholic University and Maynooth. Everything went well and Royal party got a good send-off. William Cullen not well. 2 items.

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143 27 April 1868 Holograph letter from Patrick B. Cahill, Thurles, to Kirby: Sends draft for £40 to Dr. Kirby for John Cahill, his brother, a student in Irish College and who seems a little uneasy there. 4pp.

144 30 April 1868 Holograph letter from Thomas J. Power, Clonliffe, to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby that one of the ex-students is going to Rome. Visit of Royalty was a great triumph for the Catholics and was largely due to Cardinal. 4pp.

145 30 April 1868 Holograph letter from P. O'Neill, Kilbroney, to Kirby: Speaks of affairs in his parish. 4pp.

146 30 April 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Asks for a programme recently issued by Propaganda Fide. Dr. Fitzgerald, P.P., died suddenly. He was of Ballingarry. Left £600 to found a burse in Irish College for the diocese. 4pp.

147 1 May 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Tells of visit of Prince of Wales. Mass of the people appeared delighted but writer intrigued by some of the 'Young Ireland' papers for having anything to do with the Royal guests. 'The Times', on the other hand, criticised him for not attending at St. Patrick's in Dublin. It was well he did not as Protestant Archbishops of Armagh and Dublin were present. Very pleased with Gladstone's majority of 65 in Commons on a resolution. 2pp.

148 3 May 1868 Holograph letter from Johanna Murphy, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to convey to a student the news of his uncle's death. 4pp.

149 3 May 1868 Holograph letter from J. McGough, Naples, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to ask a travelling priest to await the writer's arrival in Rome. 1p.

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150 3 May 1868 Holograph letter from Hariette Hunt, Abbergo Inghilterra, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain photographs of recent excavations in St. Clement. 1p.

151 4 May 1868 Holograph letter form P. Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Describes celebration of Feast of Holy Cross and requests Dr. Kirby to ask permission to hold celebrations throughout the Octave of SS. Peter and Paul with indulgences attached. Expresses satisfaction at the prospect of the disestablishing of the Established Church. 1p.

152 5 May 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Gertrude, Presentation Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Thanks for a picture. Refers to forthcoming election. 4pp.

153 a 8 May 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Great doings for visit of Prince of Wales. The Cardinal dined at the Castle and was treated with all the honours. The highlight of the visit was the "conversazione" at the Royal Dublin Society. 4pp.

153 8 May 1868 Holograph letter from Louisa Dillon, [Rome], to Kirby: Is sending her two sons to Dr. Kirby for a while. Is having trouble in her family. 4pp.

154 10 May 1868 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: Expresses satisfaction at the progress of the Bill of Disestablishment. A motion to disendow Maynooth does not cause concern as Dublin had Clonliffe and other dioceses have seminaries also. Besides, the people would support Maynooth were it disendowed. Has little hope of obtaining a Charter for the Catholic University. Is particularly dissatisfied that the bishops as a body do not support it and criticizes Dr. MacHale who simply opposes it. 2pp.

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155 11 May 1868 Holograph letter from D. Kane, Philipstown, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a package. Sees little direct benefit from disestablishment but expresses fears for the Maynooth Grant. 4pp.

156 13 May 1868 Handwritten letter from [], Rome, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for £425 received through him from Dr. Keane, Bishop of Cloyne. The money has been given to the Pope. 1p.

157 13 May 1868 Holograph letter from M. Cahill to Kirby: Dispensation sought for the marriage of writer's son to a Protestant. 6pp.

158 14 May 1868 Holograph letter from James Gleeson, P.P., Co. Clare, to Kirby: Request for man to marry niece of his deceased wife. 4pp.

159 15 May 1868 Holograph letter from C.M. Russell, Maynooth, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to use his influence in speeding the appointment of Dr. Fennelly in Madras, an appointment desired by the Cardinal and people and clergy of the place itself. 4pp.

160 15 May 1868 Holograph letter from + William Keane, Fermoy, to Kirby: Thanks for a painting. Asks for opinion on the suitability of a returned student for immediate ordination. 2pp.

161 15 May 1868 Holograph letter from + P Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Diocesan troubles stated and dispensations sought. Criticizes the Irish MPs for not supporting the Government regarding the Charter and endowment of the Catholic University. Regards Gladstone as further from Catholic view than Disraeli. Sends a copy of new paper 'Ulster Examiner' from which he expects much. 3pp.

162 16 May 1868 Holograph letter from Harriette Hunt, Albergo Inghilterra, to Kirby: Thanks for photographs sent. Encloses cheque. 1p.

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163 16 May 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. M.P. Cullen, Westport, to Kirby: Two sisters die in Convent. Mass offerings. 4pp.

164 17 May 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Joseph Condon, Carmelite Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Request for Holy Father's blessing and prayers for sick member of Community. Relic of True Cross sought. 4pp.

165 18 May 1868 Holograph letter from + M. Kieran, Dundalk, to Kirby: Speaks of arrival of newly ordained priest from Rome. Presumes another can take his place as he had a free place belonging to Armagh. Harvest and political scene promise well. 1p.

166 c.18 May Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Permission sought to reinstate two superioresses in Thurles and in Cashel. 2pp.

167 18 May 1868 Holograph letter from William Kirby, Limerick, to Kirby: Enquires about £1 enclosed in a previous letter for Masses. 3pp.

168 18 May 1868 Holograph letter from + M. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Thanks for a painting. Requests Dr. Kirby to send one of his students home as he is very short of priests. 4pp.

169 19 May 1868 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain from Propaganda a renewal of his powers as Bishop. 1p.

170 19 May 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Urgently repeats request regarding superioresses. 4pp.

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171 19 May 1868 Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Requests a clarification of the term 'ultramontanus' with regard to Ireland. Term used in an Encyclical. Indulgences may no longer be applicable depending on whether Ireland is 'ultramontanus' or not. 3pp.

172 c, 18 May Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1868 Asks Dr. Kirby to forward a letter of congratulation to Cardinal Cipatti on a recent promotion. Will make collection for Pope. 2pp.

173 21 May 1868 Holograph letter from M. Teresa White, Mercy Convent, Clifden, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness. Forthcoming bazaar. 3pp.

174 22 May 1868 Holograph letter from Econano of Abbey Subiaco, to Kirby: Greetings to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

174 a 22 May 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: The West stand in need of great assistance from the Holy See. Drink the trouble in the case of almost every priest who goes wrong. 3pp.

175 23 May 1868 Holograph letter from Ellen M. Clancy, to Kirby: Excuses for not being able to repay Dr. Kirby £10 given. Wait until Winter. 6pp.

176 23 May 1868 Holograph letter from Achille C. Ricioldini, to Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby that 'partes untramontanus' do not include Ireland. 2pp.

177 26 May 1868 Holograph letter from Thomas Kelly, Liverpool, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts. All taken up with the position of the State Church. Describes Anti-Catholic riot in a nearby town from which the priests had to fly, the Church being very badly damaged. Refers to the prevalence of Anti-Catholic lectures and also sermons by Catholic clergymen. 3pp.

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178 28 May 1868 Holograph letter from + David W. Bacon, Portland, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to look after three American visitors going to Rome. May soon come himself with the expectation of a Council. 2pp.

179 28 May 1868 Holograph letter from [Mick Phelan], Carrickbeg, to Kirby: Seeks permission to establish devotions to the Sacred Heart in his parish. Also permission to bless religious objects. 4pp.

180 28 May 1868 Holograph letter to P.J. O'Shaughnessy, Ischia, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to use his influence to have a young man received for the Priesthood. Has lived for a number of years on the island; son of a convert; speaks Greek and Latin. 4pp.

181 1 June 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Anastasix Beckett, Mercy Convent, Birr, to Kirby: Mass offerings. 1p.

182 1 June 1868 Holograph letter from T. O'Mahony, South Presbytery, Cork, to Kirby: Dispensation for mixed marriage sought. 4pp.

183 2 June 1868 Holograph letter from Maria M.F. O'Keeffe, Loreto, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness in Rome. Description of Loreto and plans to visit Milan and Germany. 4pp.

184 2 June 1868 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a statuette and for the objects sent by His Holiness to the Sisters of the Good Shepherd. Asks of possibility of obtaining a dispensation for a female not to observe her duty in the case of 'sacerdos sollicitans'. 3pp.

185 2 June 1868 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Request for three dispensations. Changes of public affairs in Ireland. The Disestablishment of the Protestant Church will produce extraordinary effects. Education will have new difficulties. Catholic University has no support from English Parties. 2pp.

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186 4 June 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Philomena, Ursuline Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: A very complete description of the death of Mother Mary de Sales. 8pp.

186 a 5 June 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: The Established Church under discussion again. English Catholics reputed to be against Disestablishment of the Anglican Church, together with the majority of the English Catholic Bishops. 4pp.

187 6 June 1868 Holograph letter from John Lynch, Ballymena, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness shown to Captain and Mrs. Begley in Rome. Request for faculties to bless crosses and medals. 3pp.

188 6 June 1868 Holograph letter from Catherine Sheil, Ursulines, Waterford, to Kirby: Mother de Sales' death. Questions concerning the Association of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in Waterford. 5pp.

189 6 June 1868 Holograph letter from + E.J. Bishop of Kingston, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to help Alphonsus Murray during his years in Rome, and to introduce him to Cardinal Barnabo. 2pp.

190 7 June 1868 Holograph letter from J. Halligan, St. Mary's, to Kirby: Visit of Rev. Dr. Dunne to St. Mary's to examine the report on Dr. Kirby's temporalities. 1p.

191 8 June 1868 Holograph letter from + Daniel McGettigan, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Speaks of students for Diocese in Rome and sends collection for Pope [£117]. 4pp.

192 11 June 1868 Holograph letter from George Montgomery, St. Mary's, Wednesbury, to Kirby: Sends papers to Dr. Kirby to be given to anyone interested in Brazilian Church. Perhaps the Jesuits would be best. 6pp.

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193 11 June 1868 Holograph letter from Francis Whittaker, Hotel Constanzi, to Kirby: Invitation to dinner. 1p.

194 16 June 1868 Holograph letter from + James Murray, East Maitland, to Kirby: Describes Dr. Lanigan's and Dr. Murray's visit to the diocese of Brisbane. State of church there. 12pp.

195 16 June 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: Speaks of Marshall McMahon and an orphanage. Dr. Manning has written to Dr. Lynch and Dr. Gray that both must resign. Suggests chat with Cardinal Barnabo about the Irish in Scotland. Believes Gladstone's resolutions will go up to Lords this week but expects they will be thrown out. Royal Commission on National Education sitting in Dublin - it will be no good. 3pp.

196 18 June 1868 Holograph letter from + Barnabo, to Kirby: Acknowledgement of Raphoe collection. 1p.

197 18 June 1868 Holograph letter from A. Lalor, 5, Villa Park, Royal Canal, to Kirby: Asks whether Dr. Kirby received letter of 18th May. Contained a letter and money for T. Lalor. 1p.

198 21 June 1868 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Hambourg, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a donation of £20 for the new College in Waterford. Hopes wealthy P.P.s will do likewise. 3pp.

199 22 June 1868 Holograph letter from Chestnut Cottage, Sheetmans Avenue, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for £7. 4pp.

200 24 June 1868 Holograph letter from J.Q. Roi, Society of St. Joseph, Haut- Marie, to Kirby: Asks for authorization for Miss Borgogelli to have some leaflets printed in Italian; enclosed holograph letter from Roi to 'Mademoiselle' [], [same date], sending material that she can disseminate in Italy. [French]. 2 items.

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200 a 24 June 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Pleased at appointment of Dr. Errington to Glasgow, and regret resignation of Dr. Lynch, who was very well fitted but whose hands were tied. Scotland requires attention from the Holy See. Vincentians have an anxious court case regarding buildings undertaken by Fr. McNamara. 4pp.

201 27 June 1868 Holograph letter from J. Conroy, 55, Eccles Street, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts and renewal of privileges for Sacred Heart Convent in Armagh. 4pp.

202 28 June 1868 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Four dispensations required. Tells Dr. Kirby that rumours in Ireland claim that the Volunteers receive a poor reception in Rome. 6pp.

203 29 June 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: £10 for Dr. Kirby. £1 for servant, Luigi. 3pp.

204 29 June 1868 Holograph letter from A.R. Reynolds, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Remittance of £20. Delay due to father's death. 4pp.

205 29 June 1868 Holograph letter from Thomas Burke, O.P., 30 Rutland Square, Dublin, to Kirby: Dispensation sought for girl who has made vows to enter Religion. 2pp.

206 June 1868 Holograph letter from Hugh F. Murray, Via Arco della Ciambella, to Kirby: Recruits to present themselves to Commandant de Trassure acting for the absent Lt. Col. de Charette. Certificates of good conduct given by Bishops to be authenticated by their seal. 2pp.

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207 7 July 1868 Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: Good news of progress in Maitland from Drs. Murray and Quinn. The Commission on National Education is sitting in Dublin. Appears before them on Tuesday 14th and must get them to avoid mixed education. There are no Irish on the Commission and a majority are Protestants, to the dissatisfaction of the people. Complaints about a Mr. Renouf on the Commission. Discusses his students. 2pp.

208 8 July 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary P. [Cullen], Westport, to Kirby: Thanks for picture and Papal Blessing. Money as Mass offerings. 3pp.

209 10 July 1868 Holograph letter from James Maher, Paris, to Kirby: Arrived safely in Paris from Rome. 1p.

210 12 July 1868 Holograph letter from Marie Kelly, 3, Irish Place, Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Thanks for presents and comforting letter. M. Kelly getting better. 2pp.

211 12 July 1868 Holograph letter from + James [Duggan], Bishop of Chicago, Paris, to Kirby: Has been reported by a priest in his diocese most unfairly. Please ask Cardinal Barnabo to suspend judgement until both he and the Bishop of St. Louis send in a report. Will be in Ireland shortly to see Cardinal Cullen and to get some priests for his seminary. 4pp.

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212 13 July 1868 Holograph letter from + James Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: Is sending a letter he wrote about the Pope and his difficulties. Dr. Quinn wrote strongly against Garibaldi and Massini. Despite poverty, a collection was held for the Pope in the dioceses of Sydney, Goulburu, Bathurst and Maitland. Dr. Quinn will collect soon. United Episcopal action should produce a strong Catholic spirit there. Cardinal Barnabo asked Dr. Quinn and himself to see about a Bishops' Meeting but it will be hard to get Dr. Polding to consent as he is vexed over Dr. Sheehy not being made Bishop. The writer is pleased that he was not as his suspicions of same were confirmed since he had reported him to the Cardinal Prefect. 4pp.

213 13 July 1868 Holograph letter from Patrick O'Kane, P.P., Downpatrick, to Kirby: Appeal for new church in Downpatrick. Encloses address for Pope. 2 items.

214 a 16 July 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal is seriously ill. Inform Propaganda. 1p.

214 b 17 July 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal has recovered. 1p.

214 14 July 1868 Holograph letter from Frederick Kelly, 89, Lower Gardiner Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for a crucifix. Asks for prayers. 2pp.

215 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

216 20 July 1868 Holograph letter from David Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: Business matters. Peter's Pence sent on. What will be discussed at General Council? Mr. Dillon to be ordained soon - an eloquent young man. Expects to hear of William O'Halloran's death. Will pay for Mr. Shanahan. 4pp.

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216 a 20 July 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal is still ill. Prayers in all the Churches and all over Ireland - In Southwark and Liege. Protestants joining in prayers. 2pp.

217 21 July 1868 Holograph letter from Helen Marie Maher, Galtiun House, Summer Hill, Co. Meath, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for picture and his kindness in Rome. Writer was glad to see her brother, Fr. James in Rome. Cardinal Cullen much improved though not yet out of danger after a sudden attack. 3pp

218 a 21 July 1868 Telegram from Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Regarding Cardinal Cullen's health. 1p.

218 21 July 1868 Holograph letter from James Maher, Glennstown, Tara, to Kirby: Writer feels improved. Fr. T. Allen due to brother's death falls in for £1,000 per annum. William Cullen is dying. 4pp.

219 21 July 1868 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Dispensations. Cardinal Cullen sick from overwork. Owing to health, writer will try to avoid going to Vatican Council. 3pp.

219 a 22 July 1868 Telegram from Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Cardinal Cullen much better. 1p.

220 23 July 1868 Holograph letter from James Maher, 55 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Has seen Cardinal who is improving. All praying for him. William Cullen has rallied. 4pp.

221 23 July 1868 Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation for Rev. H. O'Neill to be ordained under required age. Other student matters. 4pp.

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222 23 July 1868 Holograph letter from Peter Casey, Lismore, to Kirby: Thanks for faculties. Cardinal improving. 2pp.

222 a 24 July 1868 Telegram from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal Cullen now out of danger. 4pp.

223 25 July 1868 Holograph letter from Hannah Hanlon, Main Street, Mallow, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 4pp.

224 27 July 1868 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Peter's Pence enclosed. Cardinal out of danger. 2pp.

225 28 July 1868 Holograph letter from James Barry, [Clonterihy], Glanworth, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Asks of whereabouts of son and state of his health.

226 29 July 1868 Holograph letter from Cardinal Antonelli, to Kirby: Delighted to hear Cardinal Cullen is improved. Thanks for wishing writer a happy feast-day. 1p.

227 b 30 July 1868 Telegram from Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Cardinal's convalescence most cheering.

227 29 July 1868 Holograph letter from Fr. Paolina da Fortuna, Velletin, to Kirby: Thanks for money. Spiritual matters. 2pp.

227 a 29 July 1868 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Doctors pleased with Cardinal Cullen's progress. Great agitation over election of Lord Mayor. 4pp.

228 31 July 1868 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales Fallon, Convent of Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for reliquary. Spiritual matters. They like their new Bishop - Dr. McCabe. Laying the foundation stone of new Convent on September 24th. 4pp.

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229 31 July 1868 Holograph letter from T.R. Cruise, M.D., 3 Merrion Square West, to Kirby: Asks for dispensation for a good friend, Miss Reynolds, to marry a Protestant, W. Fetherston- Haugh. Cardinal getting better. Will be attending him for another fortnight. 3pp.

230 2 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Convent of Mercy, 1868 Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for Reliquary and for obtaining Apostolic Benediction for Community. 4pp.

231 3 August Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1868 Approval sought from Holy See for a transaction involving the compensating of the P.P. of Duagh. 4pp.

232 3 August Holograph letter from George Conroy, 55, Eccles Street, 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby, on behalf of His Eminence, to thank those who interested themselves in the Cardinal's welfare during his recent illness. 3pp.

233 3 August Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1868 Seeks admission of student named Kelly into the Irish College. 2pp.

234 5 August Holograph letter from Catherine Joseph Sheil, to Kirby: 1868 Acknowledges receipt of papers empowering the reception of inmates of St. Mary's into the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament. 2pp.

235 a 5 August Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: The Cardinal's 1868 convalescence. The election for Lord Mayor still causing great agitation - Mackey being a Freemason. 3pp.

235 5 August Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Prayers requested for mother of Superior. 2pp.

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236 6 August Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1868 Dispensation sought for man and aunt living in concubinage. 3pp.

237 8 August Holograph letter from [Antonelli], Rome, to Kirby: Thanks, 1868 through Dr. Kirby, the Bishop of Ossory for Peter's Pence. 1p.

238 9 August Holograph letter from Sr. Ildefonse, Lyons, to Kirby: Asks 1868 Dr. Kirby to see Cardinal Gervabo about a nun 'cast-off' by her community for her refusal to stay on the missions. 4pp.

238 a 11 August Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: The Cardinal 1868 convalescing in Bloomsbury, Monkstown. 2pp.

239 12 August Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, 18, James Street, 1868 Liverpool, to Kirby: £5 Mass offerings. 2pp.

240 17 August Holograph letter from Daniel McGettigan, Letterkenny to 1868 Kirby: Two students being sent to Rome. Cardinal's recovery. Papal Bull convoking General Council has been received. Harvest prospects are good. Request to ask Cardinal Barnabo for a place for a student in Propaganda. Hopes to see Dr. Kirby in 1869. 4pp.

241 17 August Holograph letter from R. G. O'Shaughnessy, Stabilimento 1868 Idropatico, Regolido, Lago di Como, to Kirby: Thanks and greetings to Dr. Kirby from a person seeking a build-up in health, in Italy. Convey good wishes to Don Pietro Vuling, Cardinal Barnabo's Secretary. 3pp.

242 17 August Holograph letter from A. Barrett, 2, Halpin Street, Belgrave 1868 Square, London, to Kirby: Introduces young man coming to Rome seeking employment. 2pp.

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243 18 August Holograph letter from P. Kelly, Bruckless, Co. Donegal, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for souvenirs sent by a Fr. Sweeney returning from Rome. 5pp.

244 18 August Holograph letter from + Archbishop Mastrangeli, Tivoli, to 1868 Kirby: Repairs being carried out in Tivoli and Rome - for which instructions are awaited from Dr. Kirby. References to what the Commune will pay for same. 3pp.

245 19 August Holograph letter from F.R. Cruise, 3, Merrion Square, 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his assistance in the matter of a mixed marriage dispensation sought and refused. The Protestant is a man of the highest principles and to all appearances it would be a very suitable marriage. 3pp.

246 20 August Holograph letter from William Roche, 72, Harcourt Street, 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby that his son has expressed doubts as to his vocation. Asks Dr. Kirby to act as he considers best in the matter. 2pp.

247 24 August Holograph letter from James Maher, 6, Crosthwaite Park, 1868 Kingstown, to Kirby: Reports an improvement in health. Expects to return to Italy at end of September. 4pp.

248 25 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Mercy 1868 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: New Bishop also has asked nuns to take charge of the choir in the Cathedral - an office which they dislike. They have so informed the Bishop, who has done nothing. Seeks Dr. Kirby's opinion. 10pp.

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249 26 August Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: After 1868 being sick for six weeks, the Cardinal writes. Living in a house belonging to a parson, one Stepney, now in a lunatic asylum. Summer was very warm - excellent crops. All the country preparing for elections. It is expected that the number of those from Ireland who will vote for the overthrow of the Irish Protestant Church will be greater than in the last Parliament. In England it is said that there will also be a majority against the Establishment. Collection for the Pope £1,800 to be sent soon with a few lines for the Pope. Asks for news from Rome. Gives regards to Cardinal Barnabo and other acquaintances. 64 students in Clonliffe. How many Dublin students in Rome? Is there a vacancy in Propaganda? 4pp.

250 26 August Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. O'Donoghue, Mercy 1868 Convent, Clonakilty, to Kirby: Request for privilege to communicate at Midnight Mass on Christmas Night. Requests aid for building a Chapel of the Sacred Heart. 2pp.

251 27 August Holograph letter from + J. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces Mr. Neil McDonald, who is going to join the Papal Army. 4pp.

252 27 August Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, to Kirby: £189 for 1868 the Pope. Thanks for dispensation obtained for ordination of under-age candidate. 3pp.

253 28 August Holograph letter from + T. Grimley, St. Mary's, Cape 1868 Town, to Kirby: Tells of illness of a past student - a Fr. O'Reilly - working in Cape Town. Hopes to see Dr. Kirby at the coming General Council. 2pp.

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254 28 August Holograph letter from E.M. Clancy, 161 Lower Gloucester 1868 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Tells of a person who has returned to Ireland from Rome - money owed to her which was not paid. Persons mentioned as responsible are a Mrs. Mary Clare and a Mrs. Fitzsimon. The former forsook that good Dominican, Father Mullooly. 4pp.

255 29 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Grahamstown, Cape of 1868 Good Hope, to Kirby: Asks about certain items to be sent on by Cardinal Barnabo which have not arrived. Convey good wishes to his students in Propaganda. 2pp.

256 29 August Holograph letter from E. Canon McCabe, Dublin, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces a Mr. Richard Stack of Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire]. 3pp.

257 30 August Holograph letter from Catherine Borgogelli, Veroli, to 1868 Kirby: Encloses a letter from a M. le Cure de Curfontaines and a translation of a little book. 4pp.

258 30 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Monkstown, 1868 Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Sends £1,800 Papal Collection. Convalescing at Monkstown with D.D. Moran, Conroy and Maher. Instructions to put the letter to the Pope in an envelope and to address it. 1p.

259 1 September Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: 1868 Sends contribution to Holy Father. Seeks marriage dispensations. General Election pending. Even Protestants seem to wish for Disestablishment. 2pp.

260 1 September Holograph letter from J. Cleary, Waterford, to Kirby: Sends 1868 documents for the Sacred Penitentiary in the absence of Bishop. 2pp.

260 a 2 September Holograph letter from Moran to Kirby: Newry letter. The 1868 Cardinal very well. 3pp.

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261 a 4 September Holograph letter from Moran to Kirby: Regarding a priest, 1868 an ex Passionist. 4pp.

261 3 September Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for picture received. Looks forward to the Council. Seeks renewal of dispensations. Hopes great things from France at the Council. 3pp.

262 5 September Holograph letter from Thomas Murphy, C.M., Irish 1868 College, Paris, to [Kirby]: Seeks permission to celebrate St. Patrick's Day as a Double of First or Second Class. 2pp.

263 7 September Holograph letter from William Kirby, Limerick, to Kirby: 1868 Family letter concerning the sender's health. 4pp.

264 7 September Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1868 Recommends a new student. New college being built. Fund- raising difficult. Expects to be in Rome for General Council. 3pp.

265 7 September Holograph letter from + William Lanigan, Australia, to 1868 Kirby: Discusses subject matter regarding Autumn Synod. Candidates for vacant Sees. Sends Dr. Kirby £10 as a present. 4pp.

266 7 September Holograph letter from + James Murray, Australia, to Kirby: 1868 Also discusses Synod and Bishops' meeting regarding filling of the Sees of Armidale and Perth. 4pp.

267 8 September Holograph letter from + M. Kieran, Dundalk, to Kirby: 1868 Sends diocesan contributions to Holy Father. Expresses satisfaction at prospects of Disestablishment. Harvest good and the lot of the people improving. Recommends a new student. 3pp.

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268 8 September Holograph letter from D.M. Testa, O.S. B., Subiaco, to 1868 Kirby: Cordial greetings. 1p.

269 8 September Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1868 Sends Dr. Kirby un-translated [account] of Bishops' meeting. This should be translated for presentation to the Cardinal Prefect of Propaganda. 2pp.

270 9 September Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Letterkenny, to 1868 Kirby: Recommends new students. 2pp.

271 9 September Holograph letter from G. Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: 1868 Acknowledgement of Peter's Pence. 1p.

272 10 September Holograph letter from + J. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Sends 1868 large contribution to Holy Father. Expresses high esteem of people for him. Also seeks renewal of dispensations. 3pp.

273 12 September Holograph letter from [] [name cut off], Rome, to Kirby: 1868 Acknowledgement of Peter's Pence from diocese of Dromore. 1p.

274 13 September Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Expresses fears of another attack by Garibaldi on the Papacy. Health improving. Reform Bill unlikely to benefit Catholics. Tories will gain most. Disapproves of pro-Fenian activities of an Augustinian Friar. 2pp.

275 14 September Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1868 Sends new students. 1p.

276 15 September Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1868 Warns Dr. Kirby against Fr. F. O'Reilly of Wellington who is now visiting in Tivoli. 2pp.

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277 16 September Holograph letter from J.N. Ryan, Tipperary, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for promotion list. Greetings from newly- ordained priest. 4pp.

278 16 September Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1868 Kirby: Recommends new students. 2pp.

279 20 September Holograph letter from J. Murray, Subiaco, to Kirby: 1868 Accepts an invitation to pay a visit to Dr. Kirby at Tivoli. 1p.

280 a 22 September Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. and 1868 Mrs. Richard Martin on behalf of the Cardinal. 2pp.

280 21 September Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1868 Sends contribution to Holy Father. Asks information about the establishment of two new places in Irish College, Rome for students. 3pp.

281 24 September Holograph letter from Father Murphy, Dublin, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for a dispensation received. 2pp.

282 24 September Holograph letter from Deaf Mutes, Cabra, Dublin, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for present of picture of Sacred Heart. 2pp.

283 25 September Holograph letter from George Commins, C.C., Waterford, 1868 to Kirby: Asks for renewal of privileges. Hopes for defeat of combined forces of Garibaldi and Mazzini. Experiencing the struggle between the two great parties in the General Election campaign. 3pp.

284 25 September Holograph letter from M.C. Maher, Cabra, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks for picture. 4pp.

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285 25 September Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Vatican, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks to Bishops of Cork and Dromore for offerings to Holy See. 1p.

286 26 September Holograph letter from G. French, O.P., Tivoli, to Kirby: 1868 Invites Dr. Kirby to dinner. 1p.

287 27 September Holograph letter from Neil J. Macdonald, Janicielo, to 1868 Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby that two letters sent by him had not reached the writer. 1p.

288 28 September Holograph letter from Sr. Marie Raphael, Rugby, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces two ladies to Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

289 30 September Holograph letter from + P.R. Kenrick, St. Louis, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces a priest whose health is broken and who is taking a change of climate in Rome. 1p.

290 30 September Holograph letter from James Maher, Kingstown, to Kirby: 1868 Tells of intended journey to Rome. 3pp.

291 30 September Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, St. Mel's, Longford, to 1868 Kirby: Introduces new student. 1p.

292 September Holograph letter from James Maher, [Dun Laoghaire], to 1868 Kirby: Greetings. 3pp.

293 September Holograph letter from Susan Byrne, Monkstown, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks for letter of sympathy. 3pp.

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294 1 October Holograph letter from Dr Kirby with reply from Cardinal 1868 Barnabo: Dr. Kirby sends Armagh contribution of Peter's Pence to Vatican and expresses the Irish Prelate's and people's affection and loyalty to the Holy Father. Cardinal Barnabo acknowledges receipt of cheque and promises to forward it to Pope. 1p.

295 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating]

296 3 October Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Gertrude O'Connor, 1868 Presentation Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to keep statue of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart on his desk. Asks for prayers for her family. 4pp.

297 4 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Wishes to free the parish of Hospital from its annual indemnity to him and have it transferred to the parish of Ballingarry. Gives reasons. He also wishes to free the mensal parish of Moykarkey of its annuity transferring the duty to Galbally. 4pp.

298 4 October Holograph letter from Thomas Power [Rector], Clonliffe 1868 College, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a painting and informs him that two of his students are going to Rome. 4pp.

299 6 October Holograph letter from + J. Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1868 Informs Dr. Kirby that Australian hierarchical affairs are improved, and that discord has been averted by the success of the recent Synod. Hopes to see Dr. Kirby in 1869. 2pp.

300 7 October Holograph letter from Fr. Scully, St. Patrick's College, 1868 Thurles, to Kirby: Instructions regarding a tabernacle. 4pp.

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301 7 October Holograph letter from D. Columbano Carevello, S. 1868 Ambrogio, to Kirby: Writes that Procurator-General and three others are coming to Tivoli and wish provisions to be made. 1p.

302 8 October Holograph letter from Thomas Murphy, C.M., Irish 1868 College, Paris, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favours received. Facts about the College. Expectation of war with Prussia. 2pp.

303 8 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55 Eccles St., 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Is back in Eccles Street after recovering from serious illness which cost him £200. Fears Garibaldi may be encouraged by the success of the Spanish Revolution. Hopes Tories will be beaten. Quotes Disraeli as saying that the Catholics are endeavouring to give over the government of England to the Pope. A certain Rev. Mr. Delaney, a convert, has sown dissension in the family of Lord French; if he goes to Rome he is not to be encouraged. 2pp.

304 9 October Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1868 Writer finds his diocese extremely lacking in church requisites and gives an exhaustive list of his requirements. Desires another place in Propaganda. 4pp.

305 9 October Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, 46, Thomas Street, 1868 Limerick, to Kirby: Gives Dr. Kirby all the family news. Hopes to see him in Ireland soon. Asks for some objects. 4pp.

306 11 October Holograph letter from Richard Martin, Hotel d'Angleterre, 1868 to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for procuring an audience with the Pope for him. 1p.

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307 11 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Paul Jones, Presentation 1868 Convent, Mullingar, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby in anticipation for a painting. Assures him that his requests shall be carried out. Solicits his prayers. 4pp.

308 11 October Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1868 Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain a renewal of certain faculties. Hopes to return four Catholics in impending elections. 2pp.

309 12 October Holograph letter from Henry Anthony, Seafield House, 1868 Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby whether he has accommodation for another student and inquires terms. 1p.

310 12 October Holograph letter from Michael Cody, St. Mary's, Kilkerr, to 1868 Kirby: Sends Dr. Kirby and all his old Roman friends his affectionate regards. Reminds Dr. Kirby that he has not received faculties as yet. 4pp.

311 12 October Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1868 to Kirby: Recommends Joseph Kearns as an exemplary student. Sends Dr. Kirby some religious poems. 2pp.

312 12 October Holograph letter from Lombardia, Milano, to Kirby: Wishes 1868 to assign to the care of Dr. Kirby a student who wishes to do Theology in Rome. 3pp.

313 14 October Holograph letter from M.A. Gordon, Sacred Heart Convent, 1868 Armagh, to Kirby: Superioress requests renewal of faculties for community's ordinary Confessor. 4pp.

314 C. 15 Holograph letter from M. [], Limerick, to Kirby: Requests October 1868 the renewal of privilege to have Midnight Mass at Christmas in their private chapel and also to have the Blessed Sacrament daily in the tabernacle. 4pp.

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315 15 October Holograph letter from P. Power, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks 1868 Dr. Kirby for favours received while visiting Rome. 4pp.

316 15 October Holograph letter from + John Derry, Loughrea, to Kirby: 1868 Recommends to Dr. Kirby two pilgrims of noble standing who are going to Rome. 3pp.

317 17 October Holograph letter from Sr. Sheila, Ursuline Convent, St. 1868 Mary's, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for various favours received. Asks him to send them a saint's body from the Catacombs. [Missing June 1977.]

318 19 October Holograph letter form + John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1868 Wishes to obtain permission from the Holy See to unite two groups of two parishes in Galway City by virtue of their poverty. His difficulty is that one is a mensal parish. Religious struggle prevails. Hopes to return two staunch anti-Established-Church men. 4pp.

319 19 October Holograph letter from + John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces James MacDermott and his sisters who are shortly to travel to Rome. 1p.

320 20 October Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1868 Recommends two students to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

321 20 October Holograph letter from+ Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1868 Duplicate of KIR/1868/320. Recommends two students to Dr. Kirby.1p.

322 20 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Peter C. Kennedy, Ursuline 1868 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favours received, especially photographs. Items of personal interest. 4pp.

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323 21 October Holograph letter from Thomas Pope, St. Andrew's, 48, 1868 Westland Row, Dublin, to Kirby: Presents Dr. Kirby with a history of the Centenary and canonization celebrated in Rome the year previously. 1p.

324 21 October Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1868 Speaks of his two students who have recently left for Rome. Advises of a Bill of Exchange for £1,260 recently forwarded. 1p.

325 21 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55, Eccles 1868 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Is dissatisfied with the state of affairs in Glasgow. Propaganda should at least support Dr. Lynch whom they sent to work there. Asks Dr. Kirby to speak to the Cardinal about making Dr. Lynch Vicar Apostolic even to the dissatisfaction of some Scottish priests. An Augustinian caused disturbances in Dungarvan by praising the executed Fenians [Manchester Martyrs] and preaching 'Fenianism' from the altar. A Capuchin sent to Adelaide by Dr. Sheil became a Protestant. 4pp.

326 22 October Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for reliquary. Solicits his prayers. [Added postscript extant in fragments.] 5pp.

327 23 October Holograph letter from Sr. Bernard Maguire, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Explains the circumstances of a misunderstanding between the nuns and the bishop regarding an organ. How she obtained pardon. 4pp.

328 24 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. O'Donoghue, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Clonakilty, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his donation and other favours. 4pp.

329 26 October Holograph letter from Edward O'Connor McInerney, Arsoli, 1868 to Kirby: An old servant in Papal Army asks for money. 2pp.

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330 26 October Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Ayr, to Kirby: Speaks of 1868 the distressing condition of the church and religion in Scotland. Propaganda can have no idea of its gravity. 3pp.

331 26 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Desires programme of studies in the Christian Brothers' School in Rome for poor boys. Hopes to make out a case against the system of mixed education. An Italian Inspector of Prisons is amazed at the religious atmosphere of Irish prisons. Dinner given by editor of Fenian paper. Regarding funeral procession of a Fenian, the Government does not prevent "such foolery" [5,000 men with laurel branches] in order to enforce the penal enactments all the more easily. 4pp.

332 26 October Holograph letter from Alex T. Scully, St. Patrick's College, 1868 Thurles, to Kirby: Writer, on behalf of His Grace, inquires if Mr. Hayes, a student, has completed his studies and the result of negotiations with Leonardi. Dr. Martin Ryan is dead [21 October]. 2pp.

333 27 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Sends 1868 Dr. Kirby rescript regarding oratory. 2pp.

334 28 October Holograph letter from Roger Power, All Saints, Piltown, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for a picture he has forwarded for his church, and for kindness to his brother when in Rome. Will give Dr. Kirby's presents to Mr. and Lady Gwendoline O'Shea. 3pp.

335 28 October Holograph letter from + John Joseph Lynch, Toronto, to 1868 Kirby: Appoints Monsignor de Charbonnell his procurator to demand the Pallium in Rome. He has power to sub- delegate Dr. Kirby. Writer is going to Rome next year. Good news of Church in Canada. 3pp.

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336 28 October Holograph letter from A.R. Reynolds, Philadelphia, to 727 Kirby: Asks for redress of an insult from Dr. Moriarty, O.S. November A. Under certain circumstances Dr. Kirby is to submit the 1868 case to Cardinal Barnabo. Includes copy of note from McRandall. 4pp.

337 30 October Holograph letter from J.S. Saldonta, P.P., Mangalore, East 1868 Indies, to Kirby: Wishes Dr. Kirby to present Memorial to Holy Father and asks Pope's support against Lutheran Missionaries. 1p.

338 31 October Holograph letter from Vincenzo di S. Giuseppe, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for alms and various favours. 2pp.

339 31 October Holograph letter from J. Forrest, St. John's College, 1868 University of Sydney, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. Allen Macpherson who carries letter. 2pp.

340 1 November Holograph letter from E. O'Connor MacInerney, Chivaro, to 1868 Kirby: Acknowledges with thanks receipt of 25 francs and asks for prayers in his hazardous work of tracking down brigands in the Chivaro district. 2pp.

341 2 November Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Blackrock to Kirby: 1868 Thanks for £5 received. The wonderful mission in the parish by the Fathers from Castleknock. 4pp.

342 3 November Holograph letter from + Daniel McGettigan, Letterkenny, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for securing a Raphoe place in Propaganda. Walker to enjoy a full free place in Irish College. General Election pending. Thinks Liberals will win and will put an end to intolerable abuses. Abundant harvest. 4pp.

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343 4 November Holograph letter from P. Anconi, Pia Societa delle 1868 Missioni, SS. Salvatore in Onda, Roma, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for transmitting £50 - the offering of the diocese of Grasseto - in favour of the Italian Church in London. 1p.

344 4 November Holograph letter from Charles Kerin, Dunboyne 1868 Establishment, Maynooth; Enclosed - Printed Testimony of Ordination, with handwritten insertions from St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, to Kirby: Seeks the personal indulgence of a Privileged Altar. 2 items.

345 4 November Holograph letter from J. McNamara, Irish College, Paris, to 1868 Kirby: Recommends Rev. Fr. McCaturin. Asks Dr. Kirby to make Irish College, Paris, his hotel in that city. Taxed to capacity with 110 students. Is thinking of taking a house of residence to enlarge their accommodation. Many Irish clerics scattered through France, with obvious disadvantages. 2pp.

346 5 November Holograph letter from Stefano Stefanopoli, Archbishop- 1868 Elect of Philippi, to Kirby: Invites Dr. Kirby to writer's Episcopal Consecration. 2pp.

347 6 November Holograph letter of James O'Laverty, Holywood, to Kirby: 1868 Petition for a dispensation in a mixed marriage. 2pp.

348 6 November Holograph letter from Gwendoline O'Shea, Piltown, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favours received. 4pp.

349 6 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Requests Masses and prayers. 3pp.

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350 7 November Holograph letter from Roger Power, Newtown, Piltown, to 1868 Kirby: About the new Church he is building in Kill, for which the site was given by Mr. Nicholas Power O'Shea, husband of Lady Gwendoline Anson [the writer of KIR/1868/348]. 3pp

351 14 November Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1868 to Kirby: Petition for urgent dispensation. 2pp.

352 16 November Holograph letter from + James Wood, Philadelphia, to 1868 Kirby: Recommends Miss Anne Brewster, a convert. 1p.

353 17 November Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for privileges received. 2pp.

354 18 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Expresses deep gratitude to Dr. Kirby for his thoughtful kindness. 4pp.

355 18 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Advises Dr. Kirby to take care of his health. Asks him to send, on writer's behalf, twenty lire to the abbess of the Poor Clares, Assisi. Fears things will be worse in Spain than in Italy. Turmoil of election in Ireland. Writer voted for Pim [a Quaker] and Corrigan - Liberals who declared for Catholic Education. The Tories are for mixed education. An Augustinian Friar, having formed an alliance between the Tories and the Fenians, is opposing the Liberal candidate, Mr. Barry - a good Catholic and an eloquent defender of the Pope's authority. The friar is acting under the guidance of Fr. Lavelle. The writer is to give an account of Catholic Education before the Royal Commission on December 1st. 4pp.

356 18 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Convent of 1868 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby for kindness. 3pp.

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357 20 November Holograph letter from [F. Gio ], Collegio Urbano, Roma, to 1868 Kirby: Looks for news of Giacomo Hynes. 1p.

358 21 November Holograph letter from John Power, P.P., SS. Peter and 1868 Paul's, Clonmel, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation for mixed marriage. 3pp.

359 23 November Holograph letter from Jeremiah Buckley, P.P., Glasgow, to 1868 Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to hand enclosed £74 to Holy Father, a tribute from parishioners [all Irish] of St. Alphonsus', Glasgow. 4pp.

360 23 November Telegram from Fr. Bourke, Limerick, to Kirby: Telegram 1868 announcing death of William [Dr. Kirby's brother]. 1p.

361 23 November Holograph letter from Patrick Scanlon, 24, Mungret St., 1868 Limerick, to Kirby: Details of last illness and death of William. 3pp.

362 [26] Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: November Thanks Dr. Kirby for prompt attention to commission. Sr. 1868 Alphonsus not at all well. Encloses some simple religious ballads for children composed by her. 6pp.

363 23 November Holograph letter from Eoin Scully, College des Irlandais, 1868 Paris, to Kirby: Regarding an investment in the Roman Loan of 1864. Election results very satisfactory. While the Emperor of the French lives, the Holy Father will not come into the hands of the Philistines. 4pp.

363 a 27 November Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Election 1868 excitement. Liberals winning. The students and Trattoria Lepri. Writer used to think that Dr. Kirby was too exact in such matters, but experience of the world "plura docet".

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364 27 November Holograph letter from Sr. Bernard Maguire, Mercy 1868 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

365 27 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Evangelist Forde, Convent 1868 of Mercy, Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: Request for Masses specified. Thanks for painting of the Sacred Heart presented to the Novitiate by Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

366 28 November Holograph letter from Abbess, Poor Clares, Assisi, to 1868 Kirby: Suggests how Dr. Kirby send the subsidy mentioned in earlier letter [see KIR/1868/355 and /336]

367 29 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Mercy Convent, 1868 Longford, to Kirby: Thanks. Requests Masses and prayers. 1p.

368 29 November Holograph letter from James Canon Roche, P.P., Wexford, 1868 to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to secure Private Oratory and faculty to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in Johnstown Castle for the Right Hon. The Earl of Granard and his noble Countess [recent converts and supremely charitable]. 2pp.

369 30 November Holograph letter from John Bourke, Pallaskenry, to Kirby: 1868 Full account of William's death, funeral to Glasnevin and Will, under which writer and Bishop of Limerick are residuary legatees. 6pp.

370 30 November Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Letterkenny, to 1868 Kirby: Regarding pension for Rev. Dr. McGettigan. Election campaign most successful. Gladstone will be the future premier and he is bent on Disestablishment and Dis- endowment. Looks forward to the Vatican Council. 3pp.

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371 1 December Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Encloses £540 for the establishment of a Burse for Cashel in Irish College, Rome [bequest of Dr. Fitzgerald]. Looks for programme [preliminary] of Vatican Council. The altar for Thurles Cathedral is on order from Rome. Asks Dr Kirby to take steps to see that the altar, as delivered, is the same altar as ordered. 6pp.

372 1 December Holograph letter from Eliza Butler [niece of Dr. Kirby], 24, 1868 Mungret St., Limerick, to Kirby: All about Uncle William's death and his Will. 4pp.

373 1 December Holograph letter from Neil J. Macdonald, 3 Dept. Des 1868 Zouanes, Monte Rotondo, to Kirby: Encloses 10 francs lent to him by Dr. Kirby. 1p.

374 2 December Holograph letter from [], Roma, to Kirby: Requests to 1868 check some matter for publication. [Italian] 2pp.

375 3 December Holograph letter from + James Murray, Sydney, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for service rendered. An account of affairs in Australia, with particular reference to Maitland where the writer is Bishop, apparently. 7pp.

376 3 December Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Sydney, to Kirby: 1868 Writer is apparently Bishop of Bathurst and an alumnus of the Irish College. He is in Sydney [with Bishop Murray] for the laying of the foundation stone of St. Mary's Cathedral [on December 8th, 1868]. Archbishop of Sydney is apparently difficult with his brother Bishops. 4pp.

377 4 December Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, 26, Via di Bello, 1868 Florence, to Kirby: Asks a favour of Dr. Kirby and sends, together with Lavinia, affectionate remembrances. 2pp.

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378 5 December Holograph letter from Elizabeth Scanlan, 24, Mungret St., 1868 Limerick, to Kirby: An account of the last illness and death of Dr. Kirby's brother, William. 4pp.

379 6 December Holograph letter from Abbess, Poor Clares, Assisi, to 1868 Kirby: Most profoundly grateful to Dr. Kirby for his generosity and kindness. 2pp.

380 7 December Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1868 Enclosed a donation and hopes to see Dr. Kirby next year. A glorious victory at the Elections. Writer does not like the 'Acta'. 4pp.

381 9 December Holograph letter from G. O'Mahony, South Presbytery, 1868 Cork, to Kirby: All Romans in Cork are doing well. Providence may permit the writer to visit the Holy City during the Council. Seeks dispensation in mixed religion. Also faculty to bless beads and medals 'ad tempus indefinitum'. Elections over - Future full of hope. Appointment of Tom O'Hagan to the Chancellorship of Ireland is an earnest demonstration of Gladstone's friendly policy. 6pp.

382 9 December Holograph letter from William Roche, 72, Harcourt St., 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for many kindnesses during his stay in the Irish College. 4pp.

383 10 December Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, St. Mel's, Longford, to 1868 Kirby: Sisters of Mercy, Longford, an excellent community. If Maynooth be dis-endowed, the Continental Colleges will become very important and none more so than our Roman College. An impression, rather unfavourable to the College, has arisen in this diocese, owing to the number of men from here who had to come home before finishing the course. "Freeman" yesterday carried the news that the Ecclesiastical arrangements for Scotland had been completed in Rome. 4pp.

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384 Holograph letter from S. Maria Caterina Gigli, S. Caterina di Siena, Roma, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his kindness. 2pp.

385 10 December Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, 55, Eccles St., 1868 Dublin, to Kirby: Writer has had rheumatism for three weeks. Hopes the successful Liberals will stand by their pledges. O'Hagan is Lord Chancellor, the first Catholic for 200 years. He is very good but weak on mixed education. The papers, quoting The Church Times [Protestant], carry the names of two Archbishops and ten Bishops [Lynch's omitted] for Scotland. If true, Presbyterians will be furious. If not true, have it contradicted. 4pp.

386 10 December Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1868 Lemardi was to supply new Bronze Capitals for the Pillars of the Tabernacle. Let these be strictly Byzantine, as that is the style of the Cathedral, the design having been taken in good part from that of Pisa. Writer thinks the interior of the Tabernacle is to be lined with bronze. 3pp.

386 a 11 December Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Disraeli Ministry 1868 falls. Excellent appointments made - O'Hagan, Lord Chancellor; A. Sullivan, Attorney General; Barry, Solicitor General; Monsell, Under Secretary for Colonies. Absolutely essential Bishops meet and outline education programme for the Government, rather than that Government take the initiative. Get a word sent from Rome on that point. Insist on a Theologian being sent from Ireland to prepare for Council. Writer himself unfit - Dr. O'Reilly, S. J. or Dr. O'Hanlon of Maynooth. 4pp.

387 12 December Holograph letter from William B. Wallace, A.B. Scholar 1868 T.C.D., Dublin, to Kirby: Writer seeks a dispensation to marry a Catholic. 6pp.

388 16 December Holograph letter from Prince and Princess Borghese, to 1868 Kirby: Invitation to dinner. 1p.

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389 16 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Peter Kennedy, Ursuline 1868 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby for gift of painting. 4pp.

390 16 December Holograph letter from Thomas O'Hagan, Dublin, to Kirby: 1868 Introduces Mr. John Henry Boellin. 2pp.

391 16 December Holograph letter from P. Power, Carrick on Suir, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks for faculties received. Sympathy on brother's death. 4pp.

392 18 December Holograph letter from + William Keane, Queenstown 1868 [Cobh], to Kirby: Encloses £200 for Pope. A beautiful tribute to Pio Nono. Looks forward to the Council as the crowning of his Pontificate. Cardinal Cullen in good health and spirits. The hierarchy for Scotland may occasion much anti-Catholic prejudice. 4pp.

393 18 December Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1868 Kirby: Happy Christmas. Rheumatism and severe pain for three weeks. Get writer half-barrel of good oil and send it well before Easter. It is reported that Mons. Eyre of Newcastle is appointed to Glasgow. Is sorry they are overlooking Dr. Lynch. He is a bad diplomatist but a good missionary. We have scarcely any priest fit to go to Rome as theologian. Has heard that Dr. Murray of Maynooth has offered himself to Fr. Cardelle. Thinks Dr. Kirby does well to purchase the vigna - it will be safe, while the consolidato may fail. 3pp.

394 19 December Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Florence, to 1868 Kirby: With reference to parcel. 1p.

395 21 December Holograph letter from Fanny de la Poer, Gurteen, to Kirby: 1868 Thanks Dr. Kirby for gifts and gives news of her son, M.P. for Waterford, and family. 4pp.

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396 21 December Holograph letter from G. di Cavalieri, to Kirby: Christmas 1868 greetings. 1p.

397 21 December Holograph letter from J. Lynch, Catholic Church, Ayr, 1868 Scotland, to Kirby: The writer [who is apparently a co- adjutor in Glasgow] sends some observations to Dr. Kirby on the situation in Scotland [as it concerns himself] where Dr. Manning had been sent to investigate. 4pp.

398 22 December Holograph letter from Brisco Ray, Rome, to Kirby: Coming 1868 to dinner on Christmas Day. 2pp.

399 22 December Holograph letter from Fr. Paolino da Torlona, Velletin, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks for Mass intentions. Christmas greetings. 2pp.

400 22 December Holograph letter from + J. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Brief 1868 account of William's death and obsequies. Willing to accede to Dr. Kirby's request regarding poor family in America. 4pp.

401 27 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph Ryan, Presentation 1868 Convent, Cashel, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

402 Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby [niece], America, to Kirby: Gratitude and love. An account of the family, dolorous enough. 4pp.

403 28 December Holograph letter from [Bernardine ], Tivoli, to Kirby: 1868 Greetings. 2pp.

404 28 December Holograph letter from J. Bernard Burke, Dublin Castle, to 1868 Kirby: Introduces Francis Cahill who is going to Rome for winter. 2pp.

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405 28 December Holograph letter from James Roche, P.P., Wexford, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks for privilege secured for Lord Granard. [Written on letter of thanks from Earl of Granard to Canon Roche.] 3pp.

406 29 December Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1868 Kirby: Gives information to Dr. Kirby on the background of a P.P.'s nephew's visit to Rome to complain of the writer 'for not duly honouring his uncle's memory'. Encloses £10 as a Christmas gift for Dr. Kirby. 11pp

407 29 December Holograph letter from Maria Teresa [Marinaicci Badessei], 1868 Monastero delle Benedettine di S. Antonio, Capina nell' Umbria, to Kirby: Greetings and thanks. 3pp.

408 30 December Holograph letter from Alex Scully, Thurles, to Kirby: The 1868 writer, on behalf of the Archbishop of Cashel, requests that an exact inventory be taken of the marbles which adorn the tabernacle ordered for the Archdiocese. Great things expected from Gladstone. 2pp.

409 30 December Holograph letter from [Cardinal Barnabo], Tivoli, Rome, to 1868 Kirby: Thanks and greetings. 2pp.

410 30 December Holograph letter from Cardinal Barnabo, to Kirby: Dr. 1868 Kirby's letter to Cardinal Barnabo with the cheque for £200 and the Cardinal's reply. 2pp.

1 1 January Holograph letter from Eliza Cronin, 60, James St., Dublin, 1869 to Kirby: Wants money. Personal letter. 4pp.

2 1 January Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1869 University of Ireland, 86, St. Stephen's Green, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for medal. Wants two paintings. Hopes to get from Gladstone an endowed Catholic University College, which would stand in the same relation to Catholics as Trinity College does to Protestants. 4pp.

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3 1 January Holograph letter from O.N. Blake, 7, Eblunes Terrace, 1868 Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: About the Association of St. Joseph. 2pp.

4 2 January Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, The Palace, Killarney, 1868 to Kirby: Introduces Sir Charles Douglas. 2pp.

5 3 January Holograph letter from [H of Island], Carraig More, 1869 Rostrevor, to Kirby: Greetings. Personal news. 4pp.

6 4 January Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1869 to Kirby: Thanks for getting Pope's blessing for Sr. Mary Alphonsus. Seeks solution to difficulties about offerings for Masses. 3pp.

7 6 January Holograph letter from Louise Tenison, Hotel de la Minerva, 1869 to Kirby: Asks for prayer for deceased child. Invitation. 4pp.

8 6 January Holograph letter from Anna Brewster, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. 1869 Kirby for book. Invitation. 6pp.

9 6 January Holograph letter from T.L. Roy, Cure de Cir Cinfontaines- 1869 en-Azois, France, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to obtain approval of "Association de Saint Joseph, Protecteur des Ames du Purgatoire". 4pp.

10 8 January Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales Fallon, Convent of 1869 Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for presents. Long, personal letter. 4pp.

11 8 January Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1869 Elections very successful. Were religious rather than political. Took an active part. Made four parishes of Galway into two. 2pp.

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12 9 January Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Bernard Maguire, Convent 1869 of Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Sympathizes with Dr. Kirby on death of his brother. 6pp.

13 9 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Purcell, Presentation 1869 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for picture. 4pp.

14 10 January Holograph letter from T.W. Croke, The Bridge House, 1869 Doneraile, to Kirby: About choral dresses for the diocese of Cloyne. 4pp.

15 10 January Holograph letter from Miss Abbott, Hotel de l'Europe, to 1869 Kirby: Invitation. 1p.

16 11 January Holograph letter from Lord Granard, Castle Forbes, to 1869 Kirby: Thanks Holy Father and Dr. Kirby for privilege to keep Blessed Sacrament at Johnstown Castle. 2pp.

17 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Veronica Cati, Superiora, S. Chiara, Rieti, to Kirby: Thanks for money received from Cardinal Cullen, through Dr. Kirby. 1p.

18 13 January Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, 1869 Abbadessa, M. di St. Chiara, Assisi, enclosing receipt from Kirby directly to pay funds to the Poor Clares - Thanks for money received from Cardinal Cullen, through Dr. Kirby. 2 items.

19 14 January Holograph letter from Prioress, St. Catherine's, to Kirby: 1869 Sends Irish linen as present to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

20 18 January Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Two 1869 petitions to Holy Father- to allow nuns to sell some beads already blessed and to devote to the building of the Cathedral money left to be disposed of in charity. 4pp

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21 19 January Holograph letter from G.K. Tenison, Hotel della Minerva, 1869 to Kirby: Returns borrowed book. 2pp.

22 20 January Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Seeks 1869 renewal of faculties contained in Formula VIa and of Extraordinary Faculties. 1p.

23 21 January Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Ayr, and enclosed 1869 holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby that source of trouble is lack of government. Suggests that the district be divided into three parts, and a saintly bishop be appointed to each. 2 items

24 22 January Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, 18, James St., 1869 Liverpool, to Kirby: Paintings received and forwarded to Rev. Mother, Cashell. Cardinal recovers from severe attack of rheumatism. 1p.

25 23 January Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, The Palace, Killarney, 1869 to Kirby: Introduces D. Barry and his wife. 2pp.

26 23 January Holograph letter from Eliza Cronin, 60, James St., Dublin, 1869 to Kirby: Thanks for gift of £2. 3pp.

27 25 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Ignatius O'Connell, 1869 Presentation Convent, Castleisland, to Kirby: Wants the faculties of enrolling in Blue Scapular and of blessing beads of the Immaculate Conception for P.P. and C.C. [Rev. John O'Connor], Castleisland. 4pp.

28 25 January Holograph letter from Menastero della Benedettine di S. 1869 Antonio, Caperia nell'Umbria, to Kirby: Greetings and best wishes. 2pp.

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29 26 January Holograph letter from John Hesken, The Lodge, Raheen, 1869 Tullamore, to Kirby: Introduces The Very Rev. Joseph Colgan, V.G., Madras. 1p.

30 26 January Holograph letter from Francesco Canon Speggi, [Foligno], 1869 to Kirby: Recalls events of his student days with Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

31 27 January Holograph letter from D. Kane, Philipstown, to Kirby: 1869 Thanks Dr. Kirby for paintings. Wants renewal of faculties to bless beads etc. Country in a quiet state. Appointment of O'Hagan as Lord Chancellor has given satisfaction. 4pp.

32 29 January Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1869 Has written to Cardinal Barnabo asking permission to absent himself from General Council. Tells of trouble at retreat of clergy given by Padre Bassanti in Sydney. Sends document about it. 4pp.

33 29 January Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Wants permission to devote money, which was donated for charity, to the building of the seminary. Will attend the General Council. 3pp.

34 30 January Holograph letter from A.B. O'Brien, V.G., Dean of 1869 Limerick, Newcastlewest, to Kirby: Wants dispensation for mixed marriage in his parish. 3pp.

35 31 January Holograph letter from Monsignore Carlo Eyre, 1869 Ancivescover di Anayarba e, Vincenio Apostolico dell Disbatto, Occidentale di Seojia, to Kirby: Invitation to Consecration. 1p.

36 31 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Paul Jones, Presentation 1869 Convent, Mullingar, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for present. Requests Mass for Holy Souls. 2pp.

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37 January 1869 Holograph letter from Peter Prunty, Drung, to Kirby: Inquires about lost money. Elections very successful. Hopes for great benefits for Ireland from Gladstone. 4pp.

38 1 February Holograph letter form Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1869 University, Dublin, to Kirby: Encloses £20 for two paintings. Gives an account of a conversation he had with Mr. Gladstone on the Education Question. Also gives his own opinion on this question. 4pp.

39 3 February Holograph letter from Dean A.B. O'Brien, Newcastlewest, 1869 to Kirby: Writer is trying to suppress scandal and asks for Dr. Kirby's help. 4pp.

40 4 February Holograph letter from Viconte de [Basterot], Rome, to 1869 Kirby, offering the Viconte de Basterot's respects to Dr. Kirby and accepting invitation.

41 4 February Holograph letter from Charles Douglas, Hotel D'Allenogre, 1869 to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for invitation. 1p.

42 5 February Holograph letter from J. Purcell, St. Canice's, Kilkenny, to 1869 Kirby: Sends greetings to Dr. Kirby and gives an account of his pastoral duties. 4pp.

43 5 February Holograph letter from P. McAuliffe, Kells, Co. Limerick, to 1869 Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby that his health is improving, and expresses his intention of returning to the Irish College. 4pp.

44 8 February Holograph letter form + J.P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, to 1869 Kirby: Informs Dr. Kirby of the death of Sr. M. Alphonsus, and gives an account of her lifelong suffering. Writer also requests Dr. Kirby to obtain permission for him to continue using Dominican Breviary and Ordo.

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45 9 February Holograph letter from J.L. Roy, Cirfontaires en Azois, to 1869 Kirby: Seeking Dr. Kirby's help in securing Papal Approval for "L'Association de S. Joseph - Protecteur des Ames du Purgatoire" already enacted with the approval of the Ordinary of Tangres. 3pp.

46 13 February Holograph letter from + James T. Wood, Cathedral, Logan 1869 Square, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for the interest he has taken in Mrs. Reynold's case. He wonders what course of action Dr. Moriarty's superiors at Rome will take, and thinks it would be better if he were removed. Writer hopes to assist at General Council. 3pp.

47 13 February , Holograph letter from + J. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1869 Writer states that Mr. McAuliffe has made a complete recovery and is returning to Rome. 3pp.

48 14 February Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Glasgow, to Kirby: 1869 Writer states that, on Cardinal Cullen's advice, he wrote to Cardinal Barnabo to ask what he should do regarding his missionary work. Gives an account of the poor state of religion in some parishes. 3pp.

49 14 February Holograph letter from Anne [Grubb], 151, Via del Babuino, 1869 to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for obtaining a Papal Audience. 2pp.

50 15 February Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby [niece], Stoningtown, to 1869 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for letter and gives account of family affairs. 4pp.

51 16 February Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Enclosing letters concerning the suspension of one of his priests and asks Dr. Kirby to read them and present them to the Cardinal. 2pp.

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52 17 February Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stoningtown, to Kirby: 1869 Thanks Dr. Kirby for pictures. Family affairs. 4pp.

53 17 February Holograph letter from Patrick McAuliffe, Kells, Co. 1869 Limerick, to Kirby: Writer assures Dr. Kirby that he is fully recovered, and is very anxious to return to Rome to resume his studies. 3pp.

54 18 February Holograph letter from Sr. M.P.F. O'Reilly, Convento di 1869 Bonn Successo, Lisbon, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to pray for a special intention. 4pp.

55 18 February Holograph letter from + J.B. Polding, Sydney, to Kirby: 1869 Asking Dr. Kirby's advice as to when and where the Provincial Council should be held. 1p.

56 20 February , Holograph letter from + William Keane, Cloyne, to Kirby: 1869 Encloses two Pastorals, one of which deals with the new Cathedral that is being built. He gives further details of this Cathedral in his letter. Writer states that, owing to bad weather, agricultural work is progressing very slowly. People have great faith in Mr. Gladstone's promises. 4pp.

57 20 February Holograph letter from Sr. M.P. Cullen, Convent of Mercy, 1869 Westport, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to pray for her brother, Fr. Thomas Cullen, who has died recently. 4pp.

58 21 February , Holograph letter from Sr. M. Ignatius Walsh, Convent of 1869 Mercy, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: Writer wishes to have altar in her church made a privileged one and makes petition, through Dr. Kirby. She also asks him to get a present for a bazaar. 4pp.

59 23 February Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Navan, to Kirby: 1869 Hopes Dr. Kirby has received his two letters, one being a letter of credit for Cardinal Barnabo, and the other dealing with trouble which he had with one of his priests. 2pp.

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60 23 February , Holograph letter from + James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1869 Offers condolence to Dr. Kirby on the death of his brother. He states that he hopes to hold Provincial Synod, even though the Archbishop wants to postpone it until after the Ecumenical Council. Enclosed his letter to the Archbishop. 4pp.

61 24 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Scholastica, Ursuline 1869 Convent, Cork, to Kirby: Requesting Dr. Kirby to obtain for Rev. J. Coughlan a renewal of his privilege of blessing beads, medals and investing with the Scapular. 3pp.

62 26 February Holograph letter from + Matt Quinn, Sydney, to Kirby: 1869 Writer states that he is using his influence on Dr. Murray of Maitland to get him to go away for a rest. He is sorry about the incident which took place at the priest's retreat of Sydney. 7pp.

63 28 February Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Writer had been forced to withdraw faculties from a friar in Dungarvan who was spreading Fenianism, but who had since been sent to Cork. He requests Dr. Kirby to talk the matter over with Cardinal. Also asks him to obtain rescript which will allow him to apply money, which has been willed, to the building of his new seminary. 3pp.

64 28 February Holograph letter from G.K. Tenison, Hotel de la Minerva, 1869 to Kirby: Writer thanks Dr. Kirby for book, and regrets that Dr. Kirby was unable to dine with him. 2pp.

65 28 February Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1869 Requesting Dr. Kirby to obtain a dispensation from her vows for a nun whose mind has become unsound. 4pp.

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66 28 February Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford to Kirby: 1869 Enclosed holograph letter from Sr. M. Aloysius, St. Joseph's Mercy Convent, New Ross to [+ Furlong]. As to whether a mistake has been made in a certain convent depends on the way the rule is interpreted. The Superioress, not depending on her own judgement, wishes case to be submitted to the Holy See. 2 items.

67 1 March 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Raphael, Benedictines of Our Lady of Angels, Rugby, to Kirby: Introducing a Mr. Elmsley to Dr. Kirby. Wants Dr. Kirby to obtain an audience for him and also to introduce him to Cardinal Antonelli. Refers to Cardinal Antonelli as a good and calumniated prelate. Dr. Kirby to introduce him to Christian Brothers in 50, Via Sistina also. 3pp.

68 2 March 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist, Mercy Convent, Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: Sends Dr. Kirby £3 to celebrate Mass for special intentions mentioned. Cardinal Cullen well and often visits convent. 3pp.

69 2 March 1869 Holograph letter from [H of Bladerly] [London], to Kirby: Introducing a Mr. Alonyd. Dr. Kirby to make sure that Mr. Alonyd sees all the beauties and antiquities of Rome. 3pp.

70 2 March 1869 Holograph letter from Joseph R. Chandler, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. A. Caldwell to Dr. Kirby. Mr. Caldwell to inform Dr. Kirby of writer's situation at present. 1p.

71 3 March 1869 Holograph letter from Anne Brewster, Piazza de Spagna, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for little manual. Mrs. Potter begs Dr. Kirby to put off the presentation to Holy Father to a later date, as she has handsome rosaries being made which she wishes to be blessed by the Pope. 3pp.

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72 5 March 1869 Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for last letter. Speaks about a Fr. Dunne as being a very unfortunate fellow, obstinate as well as ignorant. Dr. Kirby to translate last two notes and hand them to the Cardinal. Cardinal Cullen to write also to Cardinal Barnabo about the case. Sent Dr. Kirby a cheque for £862. Delighted to hear of Dr. Kirby's young convert. Pleased with Gladstone's policy on the Irish Church. 1p.

73 5 March 1869 Holograph letter from James Roche, P.P., Wexford, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to get indulgence, from Canons and Chapter of the Lateran Basilica, renewed for the Church in Wexford. Seeks a decision from Dr. Kirby on a rubrical question. Hopes Dr. Kirby has received £5 for Masses. 2pp.

74 5 March 1869 Holograph letter from James Hegarty, Cork, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness to writer while in Rome. Writer is sending Dr. Kirby some cotton as a souvenir of the county, with a Mr. Wanliffe who is going to Rome.

75 8 March 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas Cullen, Liverpool, to Kirby: Introducing a Mr. John Yates to Dr. Kirby. Writer may visit Dr. Kirby for Holy Week. 1p.

76 8 March 1869 Holograph letter from M. Cullen, 16, Mountjoy Square, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for presents. Requests Dr. Kirby to offer Mass for William who was very ill and is now recovering. Fr. Maher and Fr. Paul Kehoe also to offer Mass for William. Cardinal well, spending holiday in Co. Meath. 4pp.

77 8 March 1869 Holograph letter from + L. Gillooly, Sligo, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to receive Mr. and Mrs. Taylor who are bearing this letter of introduction. Asks that they see Rome well. Mrs. Taylor is a convert, Mr. Taylor yet to be converted. 2pp.

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78 8 March 1869 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Introducing a Miss Cody. Dr. Kirby to show her Rome. 2pp.

79 14 March Holograph letter from +Titular Archbishop of [Melitina], to 1869 Kirby: Glad to come to dinner. 1p.

80 15 March Holograph letter from [A. Negretti];[], to Kirby: Glad to 1869 come to dinner. 1p.

81 15 March Holograph letter from S. P. Abbot Tagaretto, O.S. B., S, 1869 Ambrogio, Roma, to Kirby: Sorry cannot come to dinner. Has to go to Subiaco. 1p.

82 15 March Holograph letter from G. Franchi Cavalieri, [], to Kirby: 1869 Glad to come to dinner. 1p.

83 19 March Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1869 Requests Dr. Kirby to petition Holy Father for a dispensation for a nun who has left a Convent and now wishes to marry. Wonders why some Irish theologians were not invited to the congregations in preparation for the General Council. 4pp.

84 20 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Angela Lynch, Presentation 1869 Convent, Galway, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby of the single-handed and great victory of the bishop over a host of enemies who tried to convict him of injustice and unworthy motives in his first interference in political affairs. Vivid account of his victory. Begs Papal benediction for community. 4pp.

85 23 March Holograph letter from John Maher, Monkstown, Co. 1869 Dublin, to Kirby: Apology to Dr. Kirby for not writing sooner. Informs Dr. Kirby that a new altar has been erected in the church of Monkstown and describes it. 4pp.

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86 23 March Holograph letter from Charles B. [Bann], Pittsburgh, Pa., 1869 U.S. A., to Kirby: Sends Dr. Kirby a copy of the 'Catholic World' in which there is a letter from the Pope to the Editor. Writer hopes to meet Dr. Kirby in Rome. Tells of preparations for the General Council. Fr. Anthony, Passionist Father, is going to Rome for it. Requests copy of Dr. Kirby's photograph. 4pp.

87 24 March Holograph letter from Guiseppe Caprioli, Portico, to Kirby: 1869 Introducing the Rev. Garzilli, formerly attached to the Naples Bourbon Court. 2pp.

88 30 March Holograph letter from John McDevitt, 86 Stephen's Green 1869 South, Dublin, to Kirby: Request for a favour of a privileged altar for Rev. E. O'Brien, Maynooth and Rev. W. Dempsey, C.C., Lisburn. Writer asked Dr. Kirby for some faculties for himself and for some Papal Title, as he defended Pius IX in 1859. 4pp.

89 31 March Holograph letter from Maurice Mooney, Cahir, Co. 1869 Tipperary, to Kirby: Requests special blessing from Pope on the erection of a Convent [Mercy Sisters] in Cahir. Informs Dr. Kirby of difficulty of obtaining plot from hateful landlords. Hopes to meet Dr. Kirby in Rome for General Council. 3pp.

90 31 March Holograph letter from V. Martini, Vicariato, to Kirby: A 1869 propos retreat for Confessors. 1p.

91 31 March Holograph letter from M.J. O'Connell, Presentation 1869 Convent, Castleisland, to Kirby: Thanks for photographs. Writer informs Dr. Kirby that she has given Rev. O'Connor the rescript. 4pp.

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92 31 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Mercy 1869 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for oil painting of Sacred Heart. Informs Dr. Kirby how the bishop has given them permission to have Benediction for three days in honour of the Sacred Heart. Requests Masses to be said on the nine days before the Feast of St. Joseph for enclosed intentions. 4pp.

93 1 April 1869 Holograph letter from John Bourke, Pallaskenry, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby of William's affairs after his death. Asking for renewal of faculties for blessing beads and for the Stations of the Cross. 4pp.

94 2 April 1869 Holograph letter from Bart. Woodlock, Catholic University, Dublin, to Kirby: An illuminated address being sent to Dr. Kirby as well as £27-7-6 to be given to the Holy Father on the occasion of his Jubilee. Nothing so far being done for the Catholic University. 3pp.

95 2 April 1869 Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Navan, to Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby that his reasons for suspending Fr. Dunne were not accepted by Propaganda. Case now referred to Dr. Kiernan of Armagh and writer not pleased about it. 4pp.

96 2 April 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas Bourke, Limerick, to Kirby: Reminding Dr. Kirby of a letter previously sent for a marriage dispensation. Also asking for renewal of faculties to bless beads. 4pp.

97 2 April 1869 Holograph letter from D.F. MacCarthy, 74, Upper Gardiner St., Dublin, to Kirby: A description of his town in Spain. Informing Dr. Kirby that he delivered safely the painting to the Rev. Mother. His wife thanks Dr. Kirby for gift of little crucifix. 3pp.

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98 3 April 1869 Holograph letter from J.L Roy, Paris, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to secure for 'L'Association de St. Joseph, Protecteur des Ames du Purgatoire' the Papal benediction and approbation. 3pp.

99 3 April 1869 Holograph letter from + W. Ullathorne, Birmingham, to Kirby: Introducing to Dr. Kirby Canon Dunne who is shortly to visit Rome, and who would like to make the acquaintance of his countrymen there. 2pp.

100 4 April 1869 Holograph letter from Le Conte de Basterot, Via Rasella, to Kirby: Invitation to dinner. 1p.

101 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from M. Monaissans, Irish College, Paris, to Kirby: Introducing two daughters of the late Charles Kavanagh. 1p.

102 5 April , 1869 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Enclosing order for £250 sent from the diocese of Cork to the Holy Father on the occasion of his Jubilee. 2pp.

103 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from Caroline Abbott, Paris, to Kirby: Looking forward to the month of May, when Mary, Queen of the Beautiful, will reign. All the family is well. 3pp.

104 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Asking for renewed faculties, mentioned in the document enclosed, also power for all the curates to give the Papal Benediction 'in articulo mortis'. Asking when the Bishops are expected in Rome before the Council. 3pp.

105 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from C.W. Russell, Maynooth, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to present to Cardinal Antonelli £240 which is the joint contribution of the Superiors, professors and students of Maynooth. It is accompanied by an address on the occasion of the Pope's Jubilee. 4pp.

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106 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from George Montgomery, Wednesbury, to Kirby: Enclosure - Printed census returns for the Wednesbury mission - Enclosing some papers of a recent census in Birmingham. It shows decline in Catholic population, chiefly due to the Irish in England emigrating to America. Request to inform Propaganda of the inequalities in the English mission. 2 items.

107 5 April 1869 Holograph letter from Mgr. Ricci, Roma, to Kirby: Apology for delaying affairs in the morning owing to a change in secretaries. 2pp.

108 6 April 1869 Holograph letter from Bart Woodlock, Catholic University, Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosed printed copy of Address by University to the Pope - Including ten guineas to be added to the £27-17.6 already sent for the Pope on the occasion of his Jubilee, [see KIR/1869/94]. Request to add the name of James MacCarthy, Professor of Architecture, to the address for His Holiness. 2 items.

109 8 April 1869 Holograph letter from Edward McDonald, Kilkenny, to Kirby: A request for renewed faculties for two priests to bless beads and so promote the rosary where possible. 3pp.

110 12 April 1869 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: It is not necessary to get dispensation which was previously requested as the troubles are now quiet. 1p.

111 13 April 1869 Holograph letter from Caroline Abbott, Hotel Rispoli, Sorrento, to Kirby: Regretting that it was not possible to visit Rome on the trip from Naples to Leghorn by sea. Description of the journey. 2pp.

112 13 April 1869 Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: A copy of the rescript which grants permission to celebrate the feast of the Irish Patron Saints in each diocese, is enclosed. Writer wishes to be exempted from it as he has the privilege of saying the Dominican Office. 2pp.

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113 13 April 1869 Holograph letter from Peter Casey, Lismore, to Kirby: An order for £22 is enclosed to pay his brother Michael's bill. All Ireland has answered the request for donations for the Pope's Jubilee and have gained the indulgence by going to Mass and Communion for his intentions. 3pp.

114 14 April 1869 Holograph letter from M. Mooney, P.P., Cahir, to Kirby: Ten guineas enclosed for the Pope from the poor of the parish. Request to beg the Pope's blessing from himself and his parish, especially the Convent of Sisters of Mercy. 2pp.

115 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph Regan, Presentation Convent, Cashel, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his recent charity and kindness in helping them to save Christ's poor. Asking him to thank Miss Cleary, a benefactor, for them. 4pp.

116 16 April 1869 Holograph letter from J. McGee, Dundalk, to Kirby: enclosed handwritten petition to the Pope. An amended copy as requested is enclosed and he hopes Dr. Kirby will be able to get the dispensation. 2 items.

117 17 April 1869 Holograph letter from Mgr. Antonelli, Roma, to Kirby: The Pope wishes to thank and send his benediction to the Irish people for their generous contribution through the Catholic University of Dublin, and Sr. Stanislaus of Tullabeg. 1p.

118 17 April 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Scholastica, Ursuline Convent, Cork, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his kind letter and also for the privileges obtained for Fr. Coghlan. Te Deum sang after Benediction for the Jubilee of Pio Nono. The tide of emigration still continues. 3pp.

119 17 April 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas FitzGerald, D.D., Fedamore, Limerick, to Kirby: Request for dispensation from affinity. 4pp.

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120 19 April 1869 Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Requesting a dispensation in 1° and 2° gradibus affinitatio; also renewed faculties for Fr. C. O'Donnell to bless beads, scapulars, etc. Bill of £25 enclosed which is the half yearly pension for Rev. Dr. McGettigan. 4pp.

121 20 April 1869 Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, St. Patrick's College, Thurles, to Kirby: Enclosed printed ticket for Bazaar. Request to obtain the indulgences of a Privileged Altar for a new altar to the Madonna. Remind Mr. Murphy, on leaving Rome, to bring the numbers of the Encyclopaedia Ecclesiastica. 2 items.

122 21 April 1869 Holograph letter from Eliza Butler, Blackrock, Dublin, to Kirby: Fr. John visited the house and blessed it. Writer not in the best of health. Request to send on crucifix from Rome. 4pp.

123 22 April 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Agatha Cullen, Presentation Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for present he sent. Begging prayers for Mother M. Catherine Cullen who is seriously ill. New additions to the convent by the P.P. Please send on some Agnus Deis. 4pp.

124 22 April 1869 Holograph letter from + William Keane, Queenstown [Cobh], to Kirby: Cheque enclosed for £200 - the contribution for the diocese of Cloyne - to be laid at His Holiness' feet. All priests in the diocese offered Mass for him on the day of his Jubilee. 4pp.

125 22 April 1869 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Offering of £10 to Dr. Kirby. Request to apply the alms of the faithful to the building of the Cathedral, and that the Confession and Communion for Easter duty suffice for gaining the Jubilee indulgence. 4pp.

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126 25 April 1869 Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Blackrock, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his draft of £7. Hoping Maggie will live with them. Great trust in the Almighty. 4pp.

127 25 April 1869 Holograph letter from Lavina Straker, Florence, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to find out for them if a certain parcel has yet been sent on to them from Rome. 3pp.

128 27 April 1869 Holograph letter from P.J. Ryan, V.G., St. Louis, Mo., U.S. A., to Kirby: Introducing Col. Dunne - an Irish-American - and two of his friends. They wish to see the wonders of Rome. 2pp.

129 28 April 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist, Convent of Mercy, Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: £2 enclosed for ten Novenas of Masses for special intentions. 3pp.

130 29 April 1869 Holograph letter from P. O'Neill, Rostrevor, Co. Down, to Kirby: Asking for renewed faculties for blessing beads and enrolling faithful in the scapular. The Guard of Honour of the Sacred Heart, and the Temperance Society being introduced into the parish. 4pp.

131 29 April 1869 Holograph letter from + M. O'Hea, Skibbereen, to Kirby: Telling Dr. Kirby that he is coming to Rome for the General Council in December and he would be grateful if he would get lodgings in the College. 4pp.

132 29 April 1869 Holograph letter from James Rice, Queenstown [Cobh], to Kirby: Asking dispensation for a mixed marriage. 4pp.

133 29 April 1869 Holograph letter from J.W. Bone, Via dei Condotti, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for his kindness while he was on a visit to Rome. 1p.

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134 29? April Holograph letter from Sr. M.C. di Ricci, St. Catherine's, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for present he sent to the convent. 4pp.

135 30? April Holograph letter from Sr. M.C. di Ricci, St. Catherine's, to 1869 Kirby: Informing Dr. Kirby of Eliza Butler's illness and of some family affairs. 6pp.

136 4 May 1869 Holograph letter from + John Joseph Lynch, Toronto, to Kirby: Introduces a visitor from Toronto and requests an audience for him, Mr. Joseph H. Mead. 1p.

137 6 May 1869 Holograph letter from + J. McCabe, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for presents received. Expresses joy at the anniversary of the Pope's ordination and at the prospect of a Jubilee Year which, he says, is welcomed also by Protestants. Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain permission for him to use the Jubilee alms for diocesan work. 4pp.

138 6 May 1869 Holograph letter from J. Bernard Burke, Dublin Castle, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to expedite the granting of a dispenstion already asked for by the Cardinal. 3pp.

139 7 May 1869 Holograph letter from + J. McCabe, Longford, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to get some relics for the High Altar in the Cathedral which is to open soon. 1p.

140 8 May 1869 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Family letter from Dr. Kirby's niece. 4pp.

141 8 May 1869 Holograph letter from Edward McDonald, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for obtaining renewal of faculties. Expresses satisfaction at the progress of the Church Bill in the Commons, but has fears for the "immediate and satisfactory settlement of this question". Expects that the Cathedral of St. Canice may be restored to Catholics and is very eager that it should be. 4pp.

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142 9 May 1869 Telegram from D. Conathy, [Cavan], to Kirby: Telegram to Dr. Kirby requesting "formula relative Status". 1p.

143 10 May 1869 Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to obtain from the Pope the favour of a privileged altar in two churches. Looks forward to being in Rome in the winter and is enthusiastic over Disestablishment. 2pp.

144 10 May 1869 Holograph letter from George Montgomery, Wednesbury, Birmingham, to Kirby: Sends Dr. Kirby contributions to the Jubilee fund and mentions that on the day of the Pope's Jubilee the largest number ever, 301 persons, received Holy Communion in his church. 2pp.

145 10 May 1869 Holograph letter from [E. May], to Kirby: Offers to take parcels from Rome for Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

146 11 May 1869 Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: Suggests to Dr. Kirby that he arrange for a young priest who has taken to drink, to be taken into some religious house in Rome, rather than that he be brought home. 4pp.

147 11 May 1869 Holograph letter from Lavinia Straken, Florence, to Kirby: Familiar friendly letter. 3pp.

148 12 May 1869 Holograph letter from Richard O'Donnell, St. John's, Newfoundland, to Kirby: Tells Dr. Kirby of the death of the Bishop who had only recently succeeded another friend of Kirby's, and urges against the election as successor of a particular priest [Dr. Howly] who is held higher in Propaganda's estimation than his fellow clergy hold him. 4pp.

149 15 May 1869 Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain a dispensation for a nun who has left one order to join another. Discusses other problems relative to nuns. 4pp.

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150 15 May 1869 Fragment holograph letter from a traveller [signature missing],[], to [Kirby]: Describing all that he [or she] had seen.

151 17 May 1869 Holograph letter from James Roche, Wexford, to Kirby: General remarks. Writer expresses regard for Gladstone. 1p.

152 18 May 1869 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Dispensation for re-election of Superioress in convent. 4pp.

153 20 May 1869 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Hobartstown, to Kirby: Gives Dr. Kirby an account of a recent Synod and mentions that the problem of mixed marriages was uppermost. As he cannot attend the Council, he requests Dr. Kirby to take his place as Procurator, as he is under the impression that it is usual for absent Bishops to appoint someone to that position. Expresses satisfaction at the news from Ireland. 4pp.

154 20 May 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Meany, St. Mary's Convent, Lismore, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for photographs received. Asks for relics. 4pp.

155 20 May 1869 Holograph letter from Mary Teresa Costelloe, London, to Kirby: A widow is writing to Dr. Kirby to find out if he is a Fr. Kirby who was a kind friend of her husband thirty years before in Paris. Says "England is in a wonderful state - Protestant clergymen with Catholic wives and children living happily!" 4pp.

156 23 May 1869 Holograph letter from T.W. Croke, Doneraile, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for pictures and for many favours he has granted him in the past. Is pleased that Dr. Kirby received so many presents for the Pope on the occasion of his Jubilee. Regrets that he is unable to be in Rome for the Council 4pp.

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157 24 May 1869 Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Dublin, to Kirby: A letter to Dr. Kirby from a sister. 4pp.

158 Holograph letter from Cardinal Antonelli, to Kirby: Thanks to Dr. Kirby for the sum sent to Holy Father from Fr. Montgomery [see KIR/1869/144]. 1p.

159 30 May 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Clare MacNamara [Superior], Limerick, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to contribute to a Bazaar in aid of the poor, and asks him to obtain the Pope's blessing and, if possible, something from His Holiness himself. 4pp.

160 31 May 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, Assisi, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to contact an Irish Jesuit to whom the Abbess sent relics and letters without receiving a reply. Inquiries also about Cardinal Cullen's health. 1p.

161 1 June 1869 Holograph letter from + W. Keane, Bishop of Cloyne, Kanturk, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. 3pp.

162 1 June 1869 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for favours. There is much talk in these parts about a Neapolitan priest. He has caused trouble in Waterford, Cork and Limerick. He has now come to the diocese [Fortini]. 3pp.

163 3 June 1869 Holograph letter from James Roche, Wexford, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for the renewal of the aggregation of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Wexford to the Lateran Basilica. Question to the Sacred Congretation of Rites concerning the Absolution after Solemn Requiem Mass. 2pp.

164 3 June 1869 Holograph letter from James Rice, Queenstown [Cobh], to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. 2pp.

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165 4 June 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Maguire, Convent of Mercy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for painting. 3pp.

166 4 June 1869 Holograph letter from Patrick Scanlan, Limerick, to Kirby: Difficulties in the administration of the will of Dr. Kirby's brother. 3pp.

167 6 June 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Joseph's, Longford, to Kirby: Three Novenas of Masses. Also obtain a painting of the Immaculate Heart. 5pp.

168 7 June 1868 Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Brooklyn House, Holywood, to Kirby: Introducing Charles Reynolds. 2pp.

169 9 June 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas MacAuliffe, Chaplain, R.C. Troops, Gibraltar, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. 4pp.

170 10 June 1869 Holograph letter from E. Butler [niece], Chestnut Cottage, Sleetman's Avenue, Dublin, to Kirby: Writer has received some of the legacy. Thanks for sending the crosses for Sr. Angelo. 4pp.

171 11 June 1869 Holograph letter from William Shanahan, Clogheen, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. 3pp.

172 11 June 1869 Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks for favour. Marriage dispensation. 2pp.

173 13 June 1869 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: Introducing Rev. Andrew Phelan, who is returning to take up duty in Carlow. 3pp.

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174 13 June 1869 Holograph letter from + Denis James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to arrange lodgings in Rome for Dr. Murphy and Dr. Quinn. The Cardinal has written concerning the conduct of two of writer's priests in Rome. Writer will interview them when he arrives in Rome. 2pp.

175 13 June 1869 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby and Cardinal Barnabo for favours. Church Bill is now before the Lords. 4pp.

176 14 June 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, Assisi, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for favours. 3pp.

177 14 June 1869 Holograph letter from + James Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: A report on the conditions of the clergy in Maitland. The success of the Provincial Synod at Melbourne. Geelong has a Catholic population of 31,000; Bathurst 36,500; Sandhurst 36,500; Dr. Gould has proposed the erection of Ballarat as a new diocese. 7pp.

178 15 June 1869 Holograph letter from Bartolomeo Barbieri, Tivoli, to Kirby: Destruction done by fire in the Stallone del Casino di Salerno. 2pp.

179 16 June 1869 Holograph letter from Patrick F. Flynn, Lilly House, New York, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Aherne. 3pp.

180 16 June 1869 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: A report on the Synod and the number of Catholics in each diocese. 4pp.

181 16 June 1869 Holograph letter from T. Power, Clonliffe College, Dublin, to Kirby: The Cardinal has asked writer to go to New Zealand as Bishop. Asks Dr. Kirby to put his objections to such an honour before the Congregation. 7pp.

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182 17 June 1869 Holograph letter from + William Keane, St. Colman's College, Fermoy, to Kirby: Permission for Mr. Cogan to return to Ireland this year. Marriage dispensation. 4pp.

183 17 June 1869 Holograph letter from A. Scully, St. Patrick's, Thurles, to Kirby: Thanks for cameo of Madonna. Petition for a privileged altar. Inquiries about a Fitzgerald legacy to the College. 3pp.

184 18 June 1869 Holograph letter from Bart. Woodlock, Catholic University, Dublin, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to enquire in the Roman Post Office about a booklet containing an Address, which did not reach Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

185 20 June 1869 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Renewal of dispensation faculties. 4pp.

186 26 June 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. Philomena, Ursuline Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for photographs. Description of Convent, Reverend Mother and Bishop. 4pp.

187 27 June 1869 Holograph letter from James Roche, Wexford, to Kirby: Question for Sacred Congregation of Rites. Thanks for letter received from Dr. Kirby. 1p.

188 28 June 1869 Holograph letter from Bernard Farrelly, Rathdrum, to Kirby: Description of journey from Rome to Dublin. Money for a painter in Rome. 4pp.

189 28 June 1869 Holograph letter from P. Schneider, Hallstatt, to Kirby: Writer has said the Masses that Dr. Kirby requested. 4pp.

190 28 June 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas O'Keeffe, Killeen College, Farran, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby and Fr. Maher for kindness to Jerry O'Keeffe. 2pp.

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191 30 June 1869 Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: Deliver enclosed to Miss Fleming. Dr. Lynch has been appointed Co-Adjutor in writer's diocese, and is a good one. No news about F. Farrell. 3pp.

192 30 June 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. A. Beckett, St. John's, Birr, to Kirby: Inquires regarding the requisites of a Bishop who intends going to Rome. 3pp.

193 Pentecost Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Day June Asking what are the conditions necessary for gaining the 1869 indulgence of the Jubilee for the coming General Council. 3pp.

194 July 1869 Two holograph letters. First from Sr. M. Peter, [] to Kirby: Spiritual matters. Second letter from T. Sheil, St. Mary's, Ursuline Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. Obtain indulgence for new oratory in convent. Bishop is in Germany at Corrigan's orders and will go on to Rome. 4pp.

195 2 July 1869 Holograph letter from Patrick Kinsella, Grange Forth, Tullow, Co. Carlow, to Kirby: Thanks for obtaining faculties. As Dr. Kirby knows, Dr. Lynch is co-adjutor of Kildare and Leighlin. Dr. Woodlock is thinking of visiting Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

196 3 July 1869 Holograph letter from P.J. O'Shaughnessy, Killiney, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Justice, it seems, will not come from Lords or Commons unless strong public opinion prevails. Description of trip home from Rome. 4pp.

197 6 July 1869 Holograph letter from John Francis Maguire, M.P., House of Commons, London, to Kirby: Writer is going to Rome to observe and learn about the Vatican Council. Asks Dr. Kirby to get good and cheap lodgings for him. 4pp.

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198 7 July 1869 Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic University of Ireland, Dublin, to Kirby: Address to the Pope for the Jubilee from the Catholic University was not published. Asks Dr. Kirby to try and get it acknowledged. Difficulties still continue - Church Bill thrown out of Lords. Must try to secure Catholic education. Some of the dioceses are no longer supporting Catholic University, e.g. Meath, Tuam, Waterford and others. 4pp.

199 8 July 1869 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph Ryan, Presentation Convent, Cashel, to Kirby: Asks for news about Miss Clancy. 3pp.

200 10 July 1869 Holograph letter from Edward Scully, 9, Fitzgibbon St., Dublin, to Kirby: Financial matters regarding invested money of the College. Dr. Moran tells writer that Peter's Pence for diocese this year amounts to the fine sum of £2,000. Glad to hear of Dr. Lynch's transfer from Glasgow to Kildare and Leighlin - he is now over his trouble. Dr. Gray of Glasgow is dying. New Archbishop promises well. It is reported that the Primate has looked for a co-adjutor. Australia and New Zealand bishops are coming to the Council. 4pp.

201 12 July 1869 Holograph letter from sr. M. Patricia, Ursuline Convent, Blackrock, to Kirby: Thanks for pictures. Spiritual matters. 4pp.

202 12 July 1869 Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: Writer is going to Rome in October. Asks Dr. Kirby to get accommodation for him inside or outside the College. 2pp.

203 14 July 1869 Holograph letter from A. Reynolds, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Thanks for letter of condolence. Personal affairs. 4pp.

204 15 July 1869 Holograph letter from F. O'Brien, C.C., Dungannon, to Kirby: Thanks for favour. Writer hopes the Commons, despite the Lords, will disestablish the Church. 4pp.

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205 15 July 1869 Holograph letter from M. Scully, [Rome], to Kirby: Pray for Luisa Santocroce who is to be married. 3pp.

206 15 July 1869 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: £60 enclosed, which writer succeeded in getting from the Fitzgerald legacy. Ask Dr. Kirby to make it known that writer has received no formal invitation to the Council. Hopes to go - asks Dr. Kirby to get him lodgings. Asks for list of questions to be discussed at the Council. 3pp.

207 16 July 1869 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Enclosed is Peter's Pence from Ossory, and small sum for Dr. Kirby. 1p.

208 18 July 1869 Holograph letter from Frederick C. Kelly, Carvella, Roscrea [Residence of Count O'Byrne, where he is staying], to Kirby: Thanks for prayers and letter. Writer is much better. 4pp.

209 19 July 1869 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Enclosed is a small supplementary sum for Peter's Pence, which came in late. 1p.

210 20 July 1869 Holograph letter from Marie F. O'Keeffe, Dungarvan, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Sorry to hear of Mons. Talbot's illness. 4pp.

211 22 July 1869 Holograph letter from Filippo Gaelarti Scotti, Livorno, to Kirby: Thanks for letter of condolence. Personal matters. 3pp.

212 23 July 1869 Handwritten copy letter from G.C. Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: Holy Father has been given the £913-18-3 from Dr. Walsh, Bishop of Ossory. Thanks and blessings, especially to the bishop. 1p.

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213 24 July 1869 Holograph letter from Roger Sweetman, Clare, Co. Kildare, to Kirby: Thanks for faculties and chant. Cardinal in good health and consoled by the disestablishment of the Church. 3pp.

214 26 July 1869 Holograph letter from Edward Scully, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for prompt reply [see KIR/1869/200]. Hopes Vatican Council will go off well despite Mazzini. The Church's Council will cost a lot. Glad that his small offering to the Holy Father was accepted. 4pp.

215 26 July 1869 Holograph letter from Thomas O'Hagan, London, to Kirby: Introducing the Rt. Hon. J.E. Walsh, Master of the Rolls, in Ireland. 3pp.

216 27 July 1869 Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: Enclosed is £7 for Dr. Kirby. Cardinal is well. Preparing for Council and hopes to present the Holy Father with Peter's Pence from his diocese. 3pp.

217 28 July 1869 Holograph letter from Edward Scully, 9, Fitzgibbon St., Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for money. The Church is disestablished, D.G. All that is wanted now is that the education question be fixed up. It is reported that Irish Bishops will be appointed to the Crown Colonies because of many Irish emigrants. New French Minister of Foreign Affairs promises well, so support from France is sure. 4pp.

218 28 July 1869 Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness towards his people, himself and his Cathedral; also for dispensation and relics. The memorial altar for Dr. Kilduff is very beautiful. Cardinal in good health, and was delighted to see the downfall of the Established Church. Meeting in Maynooth on August 17th. All institutions etc. in Dublin Archdiocese show a well- organised diocese. Country is prospering spiritually. 3pp.

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219 1 August Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1869 Describes in detail the part played by a certain Fr. Colling [or Cullen] during the elections of November 1868 in Galway. He spoke against the side supported by the Bishop and clergy. Trouble caused by the same man when he was moved from a parish. Asking Dr. Kirby to seek some advice on the situation as this priest is doing great harm. 7pp.

220 1 August Holograph letter from Patrick Kinsella, Donnybrook, to 1869 Kirby: Letter from past student describing his position. 4pp.

221 2 August Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, Tramore, to Kirby: 1869 General news of persons and places in Ireland. 2pp.

222 3 August Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: 1869 Request to use Jubilee offerings for an orphanage which is in need of money. Building of diocesan college. Coming General Council. 3pp.

223 4 August Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Carlow, to Kirby: Writer 1869 recently appointed co-adjutor Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin, transferred from Scotland, writing to Dr. Kirby to obtain permission to absent himself from General Council. 4pp.

224 5 August Holograph letter from C. Borguana, Aventino, to Kirby: 1869 Recommending an architect - Gaetano Bonoty. 2pp.

225 6 August Holograph letter from John Carri, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1869 Requesting Dr. Kirby to look after the Bishop of Goulburn, New South Wales, Dr. Lanigan, when in Rome for General Council. 1p.

226 8 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Mercy Convent, 1869 Longford, to Kirby: Thanks to Dr. Kirby. News of community and school. 8pp.

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227 10 August Holograph letter from Fr. Buckley, P.P., Buttevant, to 1869 Kirby: Seeking a dispensation for two parishioners related by consanguinity who wish to be married. 2pp.

228 18 August Holograph letter [name and address obliterated], to Kirby: 1869 Spiritual matters. 4pp.

229 11 August Holograph letter from Sr. Mary, [], to Kirby: Thanks from a 1869 nun for a painting. 4pp.

230 11 August Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Affirming that no force has been brought to bear on a lady seeking a dispensation to marry the nephew of her late husband. Refers to coming General Council. 3pp.

231 11 August Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1869 Acknowledging receipt of letter and enclosure. 1p.

232 14 August Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, Longford, to Kirby: 1869 Sending £5 in gratitude for many services. 1p.

233 16 August Holograph letter from + William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: 1869 Seeking two dispensations for mixed marriages. Also applying for admission of a student in sub-diaconate into the Irish College. Refers to General Council. 3pp.

234 16 August Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: 1869 Seeking lodging in Irish College during General Council. 1p.

235 18 August Holograph letter from J. Joyce, [], to Kirby: Sending money 1869 for a Miss Fleming, who is ill in Rome. 1p.

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236 18 August Holograph letter from William Lanigan, Thurles, to Kirby: 1869 Australian Bishop in Ireland seeking priests is the writer. He is coming to Rome for General Council. Wants relics for altar stones. 3pp.

237 19 August Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, [], to Kirby: Thanks Dr. 1869 Kirby and asks for 20 Masses for the soul of a friend. 4pp.

238 20 August Holograph letter from J.L. Roy, Crifontaires en Azois, 1869 France, to Kirby: Letters concerned with l'Association de St. Joseph, Protecteur des Ames du Purgatoire and its approval by the Holy See. 2pp.

239 21 August Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1869 Seeking renewal of a privilege. Informing Dr. Kirby that he will be absent from General Council. 3pp.

240 22 August Holograph letter from M.A. Gordon, Armagh, to Kirby: A 1869 convent seeks renewal of faculties for their ordinary confessor. 4pp.

241 23 August Holograph letter from + L. Gillooly, Sligo, to Kirby: Bishop 1869 making reservations for himself and several other Bishops coming to Rome for General Council. 3pp.

242 23 August Holograph letter from C. Antonelli, Roma, to Kirby: 1869 Thanks to Cardinal Cullen, through Dr. Kirby, for the Peter's Pence offerings from the Archdiocese of Dublin. 1p.

243 23 August Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryboro, to Kirby: 1869 Concerning a patient in Rome [possibly Miss Fleming, see KIR/1869/235] - advising that she be placed under the care of nuns. 1p.

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244 24 August Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Seeking lodgings in Rome during General Council. Regret at failure to hold a Synod, and a report of improvements carried out in the diocese. 4pp.

245 24 August Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1869 Seeking lodgings in Rome for the General Council. Will be accompanied by the Bishop of Kerry. 2pp.

246 26 August Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales Fallon, Mercy 1869 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: News about community. Opening of a new national school. Masses to be said. A new house acquired by the community in Newtownforbes from Lord Granard. 6pp.

247 26 August Holograph letter from Bartholomew Collins, Glenquin, 1869 Newcastlewest, to Kirby: Sending pension for a nephew in the College - Michael Mulcahy. 2pp.

248 26 August Holograph letter from George Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1869 Sending three or four students to Rome. Further reference to lodgings for the General Council - the palaces put at the Pope's disposal for such use during the Council. Enquiry about staying at the Hotel Minerva. 4pp.

249 29 August Holograph letter from R. Lenihan, Proprietor, Limerick 1869 Reporter and Tipperary Vindication, Limerick, to Kirby: A Mr. Lenihan, who wrote 'The History of Limerick', wishes a copy of his book to be presented to the Pope by Dr. Kirby. Now includes cutting from the Limerick Reporter and Tipperary Vindication of 10 June 1870 with letter from Pius IX to Bishop Lenihan of Limerick. 2 items

250 29 August Holograph letter from P. Anursini, [], to Kirby: Thanking 1869 Dr. Kirby for a letter sent by the Archbishop of Baltimore. 1p.

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251 30 August Holograph letter from Lizzie Ray, Anglesey Arms Hotel, 1869 Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for kindness during a stay in Rome, and description of trip home. 5pp.

252 31 August Holograph letter from Agnes M. Ray, Anglesey Arms 1869 Hotel, Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Another letter from a member of the Ray family. Reference to a Mons. Nardi. Regrets not being able to visit Rome in winter, due to her father's illness. 4pp.

253 1 September Holograph letter from Fanny Maria [Pittar], Kingstown 1869 [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Greeting to Dr. Kirby. Reference to some new conversions. 4pp.

254 2 September Holograph letter from D.A.M. Panella, O.S. B., Subiaco, to 1869 Kirby: Letter granting permission to friends of Dr. Kirby to stay at writer's house. 1p.

255 2 September Holograph letter from Sr. J.M.V. Elliott, Blackrock, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for picture of St. Catherine. 4pp.

256 2 September Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1869 Asking Dr. Kirby to get him a new cope to be worn at Vatican Council. Also nominates two students, Meehan and Corish. 4pp.

257 2 September Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1869 Asking information about Miss Fleming who is ill in Rome and now in need of going to an asylum. 4pp.

258 6September Holograph letter from + William. Lanigan, St. Patrick's 1869 College, Thurles, to Kirby: Discusses his lodgings with Dr. Kirby, for his stay in Rome for General Council. 3pp.

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259 6 September Holograph letter from + W. Keane, Queenstown [Cobh], to 1869 Kirby: States all students should finish their courses before ordination. Refers to lodgings for General Council. Requests permission for dispensation of 'Black Fast' in order to gain Jubilee. 4pp.

260 7 September Holograph letter from A.J. O'Reilly, Roma, to Kirby: 1869 Greetings to Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

261 [8] Holograph letter from + M. Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: September Sending offering to Pio Nono and states scarcity of money 1869 due to drought of previous year. 4pp.

262 8 September Holograph letter from Mother Superior, Good Shepherd 1869 Convent, Limerick, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for present. 4pp.

263 8 September Holograph letter from + J. Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1869 Telling Dr. Kirby that he will not be able to leave until a month later than expected; also asking Dr. Kirby to get necessary vestments for Council. 2pp.

264 8 September Telegram from Mooley, Paris, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby 1869 to inform Sherlock of the death of his uncle. 1p.

265 9 September Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Murray, Clonakilty, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for concession gained for Convent of Mercy, Clonakilty, from Holy Father. 4pp.

266 11 September Holograph letter from M. Catherine, St. Catherine's, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for request granted. 4pp.

267 11 September Holograph letter from Sr. M.J.A. Brophy, Mountmellick, to 1869 Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to get permission from the Holy See to have Blessed Sacrament in Convent Chapel. 3pp.

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268 11 September Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1869 Introducing a Mr. Read, who is visiting Rome. 2pp.

269 13 September Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1869 Recommending a dispensation already asked for a mixed marriage. 2pp.

270 14 September Holograph letter from Sr. Marietta Aubert and five other 1869 Sisters, to Kirby: Greetings and asking Dr. Kirby to come and celebrate Mass in the new convent chapel. 2pp.

271 15 September Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Making arrangements for intended visit to Rome. 2pp.

272 15 September Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Letter 1869 of recommendation for new student, Mr. Grimes. 2pp.

273 15 September Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: 1869 Asking Dr. Kirby to accommodate a student in the College or, failing that, to find somewhere else for him in Rome. 1p.

274 15 September Holograph letter from Maurice Lenihan, Limerick, to 1869 Kirby: Accepting an invitation to send a book, 'The History of Limerick' to the Pope, [see KIR/1869/249]. Thanking Dr. Kirby also for a picture. 4pp.

275 16 September Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1869 Thanking Dr. Kirby for rescripts and permission to be absent from the Council. 1p.

276 16 September Holograph letter from + L. Gilhooly, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Telling Dr. Kirby that at least ten bishops are coming to Rome and asking him to make arrangements for their stay. 2pp

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277 16 September Holograph letter from + J. Lynch, Carlow, to Kirby: Asking 1869 Dr. Kirby to find out if the Pope wishes him to come to Rome for Council or not. Telling also of a dinner in Clonliffe and mentioning the important people present. 4pp.

278 17 September Holograph letter from M.A. Gordon, Armagh, to Kirby: 1869 Requesting Dr. Kirby to communicate with the Vicar General of Armagh [as the Primate has just died] to get a confessor for his community, as the usual confessor is in France on business. 3pp.

279 18 September Holograph letter from Margaret Kirby, Louvain, to Kirby: 1869 Greetings to Dr. Kirby. Personal letter. 3pp.

280 19 September Holograph letter from Catherine Somers, Loreto Abbey, 1869 Rathfarnham, to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to get permission to celebrate Midnight Mass at which Holy Communion could be given to nuns, novices and public. 1p.

281 20 September Holograph letter from E. Walsh, Kerry, to Kirby: 1869 Requesting Dr. Kirby to get permission to celebrate Requiem Masses and Offices and Simple Doubles. 1p.

282 20 September Holograph letter from Ellen [Kirby], [], to Kirby: Greetings 1869 to Dr. Kirby. Personal letter [thanks for cheque, etc.]. 4pp.

283 21 September Holograph letter from Mary F. Kirby, Stonington, to Kirby: 1869 Thanking Dr. Kirby for letter and present enclosed. 2pp.

284 21 September Holograph letter from M. Spalding, Baltimore, to Kirby: 1869 Giving information about the possibility of selling a periodical published by Abbate Arannzini. 1p.

285 21 September Holograph letter from Agnes Mary Ray, 14, Pembridge 1869 Place, London, to Kirby: Greetings and thanks to Dr. Kirby for letter. 4pp.

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286 22 September Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1869 Making arrangements for journey to Rome. 4pp.

287 23 September Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1869 Making arrangements for journey to Rome. Tabernacle has arrived safely. 3pp.

288 24 September Holograph letter from + L. Gilhooly, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Making arrangements for lodgings in Rome. 1p.

289 26 September Holograph letter from Mary White, Hotel D'Inghilterre, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for present and kindness while in Rome. 3pp.

290 28 September Holograph letter from Maurice Lenihan, Limerick, to 1869 Kirby: Telling Dr. Kirby that he has written to London for the book and will immediately send it on when it arrives. 2pp.

291 29 September Holograph letter from D. Pietro Avanzini, Roma, to Kirby: 1869 Informing Dr. Kirby that Cardinal Consolini has been appointed president of the Seminario Apostolico. 2pp.

292 29 September Holograph letter from P.V. Manchese, Roma, to Kirby: An 1869 invitation to Dr. Kirby for Higgins and Tynan to attend a course in stenography in the Seminario Romano in preparation for Vatican Council. 1p.

293 1 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Meany, Lismore, to 1869 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favours and send him Agnus Dei. 4pp.

294 1 October Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1869 Requests dispensations from Holy Father, through Dr. Kirby, for various cases. 3pp.

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295 1 October Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: 1869 Advising of his student's restoration to health, O'Keeffe. 1p.

296 1 October Holograph letter from F. Kelly, Greythorn, Kingstown [Dun 1869 Laoghaire], to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to forward Agnus Dei. 4pp.

297 2 October Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1869 Speaks of a certain Fr. Cullen's [real name is Collins] refusal to apologize to him for an 'atrocious accusation', despite Cardinal Cullen's intervention. 4pp.

298 2 October Holograph letter from Robert Dunne, Toorvoonba, 1869 Queensland, to Kirby: Acts on his bishop's instructions to forward to Dr. Kirby two bills of exchange for his [+ Quinn's] use in Rome. Solicits prayers. 3pp.

299 3 October Holograph letter from Mrs. Abbott, Cork, to Kirby: Thanks 1869 Dr. Kirby for his kindness to them during their stay in Rome. 1p.

300 4 October Holograph letter from Sr. Philomena Maher, Mercy 1869 Convent, Skibereen, to Kirby: Asking special permission to receive at Midnight Mass. 2pp.

301 4 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gertrude, Presentation 1869 Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Best regards from the community to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

302 5 October Holograph letter from Sac. Virginio Marchese, Roma, to 1869 Kirby: Instructions to Dr. Kirby regarding his two students who are attending 'la scuola di stenographia'. 1p.

303 5 October Holograph letter from Margaret M. Glavin, London, to 1869 Kirby: Got his parcel through safely from Rome to London. Has taken religious habit. 4pp.

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304 6 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Anastasia Beckett, Mercy 1869 Convent, Birr, to Kirby: Personal letter. 3pp.

305 6 October Holograph letter from M. Fitzgerald, The Palace, 1869 [Limerick], to Kirby: Dispensation for mixed marriage is requested. 3pp.

306 7 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Joseph's Convent, 1869 Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for spiritual favours. 4pp.

307 7 October Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Discusses accommodation in Rome, and also possibility of not going. 3pp.

308 7 October Holograph letter from Ed. A. Gorman, Buxton, Derbyshire, 1869 to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for letter. Seeks indulgence for statue. 3pp.

309 8 October Holograph letter from Sac. Virginio Marchese, Roma, to 1869 Kirby: Treats of 'la scuola di stenographia', which two of Dr. Kirby's students are attending. 2pp.

310 8 October Holograph letter from + James Murray, Sydney, to Kirby: 1869 Encloses letter for Dr. Moran. Difficulties with some priests. Dispositions of people excellent. 4pp.

311 9 October Holograph letter from Marie des Victoires, Roma, to Kirby: 1869 Asks for money. 1p.

312 10 October Holograph letter from B. Stanislaus White, Roma, to Kirby: 1869 Discusses an invalid in Rome [Miss Fleming]. 2pp.

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313 11 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Joseph's Convent, 1869 Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for picture and prayers. Sends list of members in association. 2pp.

314 11 October Holograph letter from Sr. Claire, [], [], to Kirby: Thanks for 1869 picture. Mentions that a Fr. Flanagan is worried about going to Rome, having no friends there. 3pp.

315 11 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Longford, 1869 to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for painting received and also for his kind prayers. 5pp.

316 10 October Holograph letter from [Sr. Mary John], Warrenstown, 1869 Dunsany, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby and Fr. Maher for kindness to them while in Rome. Will join confraternity. Various private items of personal interest. 8pp.

317 12 October Holograph letter from L. Forde, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Introducing a prospective pilgrim to Rome to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

318 12 October Holograph letter from F. Kelly, Kingstown [Dun 1869 Laoghaire], to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for kindness and gifts. 3pp.

319 14 October Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1869 University, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for messages he had sent. Hopes for a settlement of the University question and expects Gladstone to favour the Catholic demand for Catholic Education in some form. Speaks highly of a paper written by the eldest son of the late John B. Dillon, M.P. Hopes Dr. Conroy will be Primate. 4pp.

320 14 October Holograph letter from + F. Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: Sends 1868 money to establish two perpetual burses in the College. 2pp. [This was digitised out of sequence and remains here.]

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321 16 October Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, to Kirby: 1869 Introduces a friend, James H. Hopkins, to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

322 16 October Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1869 Inquires about lodgings in Rome and also about the appointment of a priest to a Mensal parish. 3pp.

323 16 October Holograph letter from + N. McCabe, Longford, to Kirby: 1869 Requests marriage dispensation. Inquires about Episcopal dress necessary in Rome. 4pp.

324 17 October Holograph letter from Kerr and Fitzpatrick, Publishers of 1869 the 'Ulster Examiner', Belfast, to Kirby: Writers send subscription for 'La Correspondence de Rome'. 2pp.

325 17 October Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1869 Seeks marriage dispensations. 4pp.

326 18 October Holograph letter from Catherine Somers, Loreto Abbey, 1869 Rathfarnham, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for request granted. 2pp.

327 19 October Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1869 Requests renewal of faculties. Also seeks power of delegating the faculties during absence in Rome. 3pp.

328 20 October Holograph letter from Anna Maria Leake, Sydenham, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for sending Holy Father's prayer and benediction. 2pp.

329 20 October Holograph letter from James Kelly, C.M., Armagh, to 1869 Kirby: Sends Peter's Pence to Holy Father. Asks after students at the College, nephew Bernard Rowan and cousin John Kelly. 3pp.

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330 Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Sends half-yearly pension - Dr. Daniel McGettigan. Hopes to be in Rome for the Council after going to Paris on 11th November to celebrate the Centenary of the Irish College there. Pleased at the lodging arrangements for the Irish Bishops arranged by Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

331 21 October Holograph letter from Francis Quinlan, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Refers to writer's effort on behalf of Catholic Education; is encouraged by the struggle the Pope has had in a more difficult situation. 4pp.

332 24 October Holograph letter from [], Presentation Convent, Waterford, 1869 to Kirby: Spiritual Bouquet to Dr. Kirby from the children of the classes of St. Mary's. 2pp.

333 24 October Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Murray, Convent of Mercy, 1869 Clonakilty, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby for gifts received. 2pp.

334 24 October Holograph letter from Ellen M. Clancy, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 The writer complains to Dr. Kirby about her troubles. 4pp.

335 24 October Holograph letter from + M. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1869 Urgently inquiring about lodgings in Rome for himself and his party. 4pp.

336 26 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1869 Enquiring about accommodation in Rome. Seeks indult with regard to Fasting during Advent. Asks permission also to keep a priest as chaplain in a Convent, and to appoint a parish Priest. 4pp.

337 26 October Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Seeks 1869 dispensation from reciting the Divine Office for a priest, owing to failing sight. 1p.

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338 27 October Holograph letter from R. Menteith, Carstair's House, 1869 Scotland, to Kirby: Writer expects to visit Rome soon. 3pp.

339 30 October Holograph letter from Frederick Kelly, Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Requesting Dr. Kirby to send an Agnus Dei to a Marchioness de Tons in Paris, and as the Marquis, her husband, is about to sell a gallery of paintings, Murillo, Valasquez etc., he asks Dr. Kirby's opinion as to the probability of getting a good price for them in Rome. 4pp.

340 30 October Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1869 Due to his health, writer is unable to go to Rome. Expresses his devotion to the Holy Father and his readiness to submit to the decrees of the Council. Hopes and expects to have the Dogma of Infallibility defined. 3pp.

341 31 October Holograph letter from + L. Gilooly, Sligo, to Kirby: 1869 Discussing the problem of accommodation for the Irish Bishops in Rome during the Council. 3pp.

342 'October Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, Thurles, to Kirby: 1869' Thanks Dr. Kirby for obtaining a tabernacle in Rome. Asks him to find accommodation for two elderly people in Rome, Mr. and Mrs. Carbery Scully. 2pp.

343 1 November Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1869 University of Ireland, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Moran and daughter. 1p.

344 2 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Augustine Stack, Presentation 1869 Convent of the Holy Cross, [], to Kirby: Grateful thanks and affection. Our little church [dedicated in July 1855] was the first [in Ireland] in honour of the Immaculate Conception [after the definition]. 4pp.

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345 3 November Holograph letter from Aubrey de Vere, Adare, Co. 1869 Limerick, to Kirby: Regarding hotel accommodation at Minerva. 4pp.

346 3 November Holograph letter from S. Graziosi, Vice Rettore, Collegio di 1869 Propaganda, to Kirby: Apologies. 2pp

347 3 November Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1869 Kirby: Regarding imminent trip to Rome. 3pp.

348 3 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Agnes, Dominican Convent, 1869 West Maitland, to Kirby: Grateful and appreciative thanks. Personal letter. 4pp.

349 3 November Holograph letter from W.E. Gladstone, 10 Downing Street, 1869 Whitehall, London, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby and sends a book to him through Archbishop Manning. 3pp.

350 4 November Holograph letter from John Curtis, S. J., Dublin, to Kirby: 1869 Introducing Mr. Lanigan. 3pp.

351 4 November Holograph letter from Frederick C. Kelly, Glenageary, Co. 1869 Dublin, to Kirby: Sending some prints [got in Paris] and a penknife - gifts to Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

352 5 November Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1869 Enclosing part of the collection for the Pope. 1p.

353 5 November Holograph letter from + M. O'Hea, Skibbereen, to Kirby: 1869 Writer on way to Rome. Hopes to stop off at Irish College, Paris for the centenary celebrations and to reach Rome at end of November. Hopes to be lodged comfortably with + Keane, Gillooly and Dorrian. [In Dr. Kirby's writing - "if you cannot get a place, we will squeeze you in".] 4pp.

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354 5 November Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1869 Sending, through Cardinal Cullen, £200, the interest of which, after his death, is to help found a Burse in Irish College for Kildare and Leighlin students. Refers to a Miss Fleming, living in Rome. 4pp.

355 5 November Holograph letter from John McCarthy, C.C., Mitchelstown, 1869 to Kirby: Regarding Very Reverend M. O'Brien, late Parish Priest, Mitchelstown - beautiful church, etc. 4pp.

356 8 November Holograph letter from Harriet A. Urquhart, Il Tempietto, to 1869 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby. Her husband would like to have the address of the Bishops. 3pp.

357 10 November Holograph letter from G. Sheil, Ursuline Convent, 1869 Waterford, to Kirby: Sending slippers. Bishop not going to Rome - ill. 4pp.

358 12 November Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Cape of Good Hope, to 1869 Kirby: Asking for favours. Regrets cannot attend Council. Shortage of priests and shortage of nuns. 3pp.

359 12 November Holograph letter from [Bernard], [French], Dijon, to Kirby: 1869 Regrets not having saluted Dr. Kirby before leaving Rome. Suggests some Masses for the repose of his wife's soul, in consideration of two visits he paid to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

360 13 November Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1869 Kirby: Held up by the serious illness of his brother, Garrett, and by an arbitration case. Expects to arrive December 5th. The Hotels will fleece the Bishops. £64 per month without servants is very high. Trouble in Callan - O'Keeffe's new lawsuit. Trouble in Meath - Fr. Dunne. Trouble in Waterford - a student. Fenians and Fenianism is at the bottom of it all. [Letter had been presumed to be missing - however was found in New Collection - see KIR/NC/1/1869/49 - digitized there also]

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361 13 November Holograph letter from Anna Brennan, Toomevara, Nenagh, 1869 to Kirby: Recommending her nephew, Stephen Martin Lanigan. 4pp.

362 13 November Holograph letter from + William Keane of Cloyne, Irish 1869 College, Paris, to Kirby: Arriving Wednesday, November 17th, with Dr. O'Hea and Canon Dilworth, P.P. of Glenworth. 2pp.

363 13 November Holograph letter from Thomas McNamara, Rector, College 1869 des Irlandais, Paris, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby most cordially for his telegram conveying the Pope's blessing. 2pp.

364 14 November Holograph letter from + L. Gillooly, Paris, to Kirby: 1869 Arriving Civita Vecchia with Drs. McCabe and Dorrian - also Cloyne and Ross. Kindly send someone to look after us on arrival in Rome. 1p.

365 16 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Philomena Maher, Convent of 1869 Mercy, Skibbereen, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby. Make our Bishop [Dr. O'Hea] comfortable. 2pp.

366 17 November Holograph letter from P.C. Dooley, Secretary to The Irish 1869 Brigade, Souaves, to Kirby: Introducing the bearer, Tierney, who wishes to know can he get the allowance or not. 3pp.

367 17 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Peter, Ursuline Convent, 1869 Waterford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 2pp.

368 19 November Holograph letter from + James Quinn, [Suez], to Kirby: On 1869 way to Council with Dr. Murphy, Dr. Shiel and two priests. Archbishop of Sydney turned back from Aden. Lodgings - fireplace indispensable, and carriage. 2pp.

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369 20 November Holograph letter from + P. Leahy of Cashel, Chester, to 1869 Kirby: On way to Rome with two priests. Take apartments in Via de Mulatt [400 frs. a month]. 2pp.

370 20 November Holograph letter from T. O'Mahony, S. Presbytery, Cork, to 1869 Kirby: Brief for consecration arrived and date fixed for 30th November [appointed as first Bishop to the See of Armidale, New South Wales]. Includes two newspaper cuttings of the appointment. Assistant Bishops to be Drs. Whelan and Lynch. Writer had a note from Dr. Moran informing him of the appointment, whereupon he wrote to Dr. Moran to ask him to cancel his recommendation. Dr. Kirby's letter settled everything. He bows, 'with a crushed heart', to the will of God. He will try to be in Rome for the 8th. Trusts to Dr. Kirby's prayers and 'to the help of our Good Mother'. 3 items.

371 22 November Holograph letter from John Bourke, Pallaskenry, to Kirby: 1869 Regarding the Will of William Kirby [Kirby's brother who died in November 1868] and its execution. 4pp.

372 22 November Holograph letter from John Francis Maguire, Paris, to 1869 Kirby: Requests all kinds of aid from Dr. Kirby for the 3rd edition of his "Rome and its Ruler". 3pp.

373 24 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary, Presentation Convent, 1869 Listowel, to Kirby: Grateful thanks and affectionate remembrance. 4pp.

374 25 November Holograph letter from P.T. Fleming, Brandstown, to Kirby: 1869 Asking Dr. Kirby to interest himself in the writer's sister. 3pp.

375 25 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Marie Addolarata, [], to 1869 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

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376 25 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist, Convent of Mercy, 1869 Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: Request for Masses. 4pp.

377 26 November Holograph letter from + Thomas Grant, to Kirby: Thanks 1869 Dr. Kirby. Praises Cardinal Cullen and Dr. Kirby for preparing so many co-adjutors for His Eminence. 1p.

378 26 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: 1869 Thanks for spiritual direction. 4pp.

379 27 November Holograph letter from Francescoban de la [Orden], Palazzo 1869 S. Croce, Roma, to Kirby: Regarding carozza [carriage] for Cardinal Cullen. 1p.

380 29 November Holograph letter from D. Grant, Scots College, to Kirby: 1869 Invitation to dinner on 30th [in third person].

381 29 November Holograph letter from J.L. Roy, Cirfontaines-en-Azois, 1869 Haute Marne,including pamphlet of mission and rules of the association, to Kirby: Requesting the influence of Dr. Kirby to secure Holy See's approval for 'The Association of St. Joseph in favour of the souls in Purgatory'. [Diocese of Langres] [enclosures not digitised] [French] 2 items.

382 30 November Holograph letter from E. Byrne [sister], Blackrock, to 1869 Kirby: Personal and family news. 4pp.

383 30 November Holograph letter from + J. Butler [Limerick], Hotel 1869 Minerva, Roma, to Kirby: Sends cheque and best thanks for constant kindness. 3pp.

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384 1 December Holograph letter from J.A. [Parker], South Presbytery, 1869 Cork, enclosing this morning's paper with full account, to Kirby: Dr. O'Mahony consecrated in the Cathedral, Cork, by the Bishop of Cork, with co-consecrators, Dr. Whelan of Bombay and Dr. Lynch of Kildare. Dr. O'Mahony's departure much regretted by us all. He leaves tonight for Rome. 4pp.

385 2 December Holograph letter from Sr. Philoment Hyland, Ursuline 1869 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Enclosing £100 for the Pope. 3pp.

386 2 December Holograph letter from Sr. Philoment Hyland, cousin of Dr. 1869 Kirby, to Kirby: Explanation of KIR/1869/385. 4pp.

387 3 December Holograph letter from Sr. Evangelist Kenny, Ursuline 1869 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Same subject as KIR/1869/385 and /386. Writer is the giver of £100. 4pp.

388 3 December Holograph letter from Marianne Scully, Rome, to Kirby: 1869 Requests Dr. Kirby to secure the influence of Cardinal Cullen to have Bosio Sforya's [second son of Duke Cesarini] sentence of exile from Rome revoked. Gives details. 7pp.

389 6 December Holograph letter from Dr. Paolino da Tortona, Velletini, to 1869 Kirby: Acknowledgement of Masses. 2pp.

390 6 December Holograph letter from A. Grant, Scots College, Rome, to 1869 Kirby: Enclosing £50 to reimburse the Dublin Committee in respect of expenditure on the Glasgow Zouaves. 2pp.

391 'December Holograph letter from + E. [Fox], Bishop of Philadelphia, 1869' American College, to Kirby: Recommending Gregory B. Keen. 1p.

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392 8 December Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, Penn, to 1869 Kirby: This great day, the opening of the Vatican Council. Introducing James M. Hopkins. 3pp.

393 9 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gertrude, Presentation 1869 Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Enclosing £20-3-6 for Mr. [Foiham] pension, got from his mother. 4pp.

394 10 December Holograph letter from J.J. O'Reilly, O.P., San Clemente alla 1869 Sitte Sale, to Kirby: Writer will not disappoint Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

395 12 December Holograph letter from P. O'Meara, Bengal, India, to Kirby: 1869 Please send 'Civilta Cattolico' for six months. Send in the Pope's handwriting, "God bless you", to the writer's two sisters, both in Mercy Convents in Ireland. 5pp.

396 16 December Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1869 Do with the £200 whatever Dr. Kirby thinks will be most to the advantage of the College. 3pp.

397 20 December Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Santa Felicta, 1869 Firenze, to Kirby: Requests a favour. 4pp.

398 20 December Holograph letter from Chiara Colomba Angeli, Monastero 1869 di S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Christmas greetings [Italian]. 2pp.

399 20 December Holograph letter from M. Scully, to Kirby: Bosio Sforya 1869 [see KIR/1869/388] and wife are in Rome and would be enchanted to see Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

400 22 December Holograph letter from [], Convent of Mercy, Longford, to 1869 Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby. [Seems incomplete as there is no signature.] 8pp.

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401 22 December Holograph letter from Chiara Colomba Angeli, Assisi, to 1869 Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby and Cardinal Cullen. 3pp.

402 22 December Holograph letter from Felix Slane, Dungannon, to Kirby: 1869 The writer, Vicar Capitular of Armagh, wants further powers than those granted. 2pp.

403 24 December Holograph letter from Peter Casey, Lismore, to Kirby: 1869 Enclosing pension for his brother. 1p.

404 27 December Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, San Clemente, to 1869 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby and encloses £5. 1p.

405 30 December Holograph letter from Thomas Pettit, Granard, from Kirby: 1869 Enclosing £45 on account for Denis. 2pp.

406 30 December Holograph letter from + Thomas Grant, Rome, to Kirby: 1869 Thanks Dr. Kirby. 1p.

407 31 December Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1869 Denies the alleged abuses in Australia, [Letter to the Australian Bishops from Propaganda], as regards Mercy Convent, Bathurst. 4pp.

408 Wednesday Holograph letter from John Murphy, 25, Bocca di Leone, to 1869 Kirby: Seeking a favour from Dr. Kirby, before leaving Rome in a week's time. 1p.

409 1869 Holograph letter from Mariano Sfioda, O.P., Maestro del Sacu, P. Apost., to Kirby: Asking Dr. Kirby to revise a book in English, on the climate of Rome. 1p.

410 25, 1869 Holograph letter from Serafino Agostini, Roma, to Kirby: Recommending an artist. 1p.

1018 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

1 1 January Holograph letter from [], Higgins, [Rome], to Kirby: 1870 Thanks for invitation to lunch. 1p.

2 1 January Holograph letter from + Henry E. Manning, to Kirby: 1870 Thanks for invitation to lunch. 1p.

3 3 January Holograph letter from [], Benedictine Monastery, Umbria, 1870 to Kirby: New Year greetings. 2pp.

4 3 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Clare McNamara, Mercy 1870 Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Thanks. 4pp.

5 3 January Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Florence, to 1870 Kirby: Seeking Dr. Kirby's good offices. 4pp.

6 4 January Holograph letter from Pat Kent, P.P., St. Patrick's, 1870 Waterford, to Kirby: Nomination of student. Seeking indulgences for statues of St. Patrick and St. Brigid. 3pp.

7 4 January Holograph letter from John Crotty, Powerstown, Clonmel, 1870 to Kirby: Dispensation for mixed marriage. 4pp.

8 4 January Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing cheque for £1,600 from the diocese of Ferns. 2pp.

9 5 January Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1870 University, Dublin, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Patrick Mooney. 2pp.

10 5 January Holograph letter from + William Keane [Cloyne], Roma, to 1870 Kirby: Enclosing a gift and best wishes. 1p.

11 6 January Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columba, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Thanks for gift of 20 Lire. 3pp.

1019 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

12 6 January Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Writer has received dispensation from attending Council, thanks to Dr. Kirby. Not surprised at Mgr. Dupanloup's letter, given the Gallican character of "l'ami de la religion", which Dupanloup conducted for a paper - O'Brien subsequently withdrew his subscription. His outburst will only promote the Roman course. Subscribes to Civiltà Cattolica. 3pp.

13 7 January Holograph letter from G. Lynam, Ashbourne, Limerick, to 1870 Kirby: Encloses £50 for his nephew, who is joining the Papal Zouaves. 4pp.

14 8 January Holograph letter from A.M. Galloway, Sisters of Charity, 1870 Waterford, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. Patrick Mooney. Thanks Dr. Kirby for favour received. 4pp.

15 13 January Holograph letter from Barth. Woodlock, Catholic 1870 University, Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing a document, to be given to Cardinal Cullen, purporting to be a demand from the Laity for a Catholic University. Writer thinks he will reply to Bright, M.P. for Birmingham, who said "there is now no Catholic grievance in Ireland". 4pp.

16 13 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Teresa, Mercy Convent, 1870 Skibbereen, to Kirby: Asking a favour of Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

17 13 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Mercy Convent, 1870 Longford, to Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

18 13 January Holograph letter from + Peter Kenrick, to Kirby: Accepting 1870 invitation to dine. 3pp.

19 17 January Holograph letter from Giovanni Simerni, Secretary, 1870 Propaganda, to Kirby: Indicating that the Cardinal Prefect presented to the Pope the addresses of the Catholic meeting at Cork. 1p.

1020 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

20 19 January Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Asking advice on matter concerning Cantwell's nephew. Includes holograph letter from Ed. Canon Cantwell to + O'Brien dated 17/1/1870, stating complaints from his nephew, now at the Irish College. 2 items.

21 19 January Holograph letter from Ed. Canon Cantwell, St. Patrick's, 1870 Manchester, to Kirby: About student of the Irish College named Cantwell. 2pp.

22 25 January Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing a document to enable Dr. Kirby to act as his Procurator at the Council. 1p.

23 26 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Teresa White, Mercy Convent, 1870 Clifden, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

24 27 January Holograph letter from J. Bernard Burke, Dublin Castle, to 1870 Kirby: Introducing Mr. Reilly, of the Breffney O'Reillys, not a Catholic. Mrs. Reilly is also in Rome. 3pp.

25 27 January Holograph letter from D. Pietro Avanzini, to Kirby: 1870 Business matters. 1p.

26 27 January Holograph letter from + Thomas Grant, English, College, 1870 Rome, to Kirby: Grateful for Dr. Kirby's goodness and charity. 1p.

27 27 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Augustine Stack, Presentation 1870 Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for gift. Asks to be remembered to Bishop of Kerry. 4pp.

1021 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

28 31 January Holograph letter from [], Granard, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. 1870 Kirby for Pope's blessing for his wife, who is ill. Regards to the Cardinal, and to Ardagh and Ferns. The Land Conference at the Mansion House promises to be a success. 3pp.

29 January 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph, Presentation Convent, Doneraile, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for gifts and sends him some in return. 3pp.

30 1 February Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, niece, U.S. A., to Kirby: 1870 Financial troubles. 4pp.

31 2 February Holograph letter from Abbess, St. Claire's, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Thanks Dr. Kirby for 20 Lire and much kindness. 3pp.

32 2 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Elena Bettini, to Kirby: 1870 Requests Dr. Kirby to come and hear Confessions. 1p.

33 2 February Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Regarding student Cantwell. 2pp.

34 2 February Holograph letter from Ed. Can. Cantwell, St. Patrick's, 1870 Manchester, to Kirby: Regarding student Cantwell. 4pp.

35 2 February Holograph letter from Alex Scully, Thurles, to Kirby: 1870 Recommending Mr. And Mrs. Carberry Scully. 2pp.

36 3 February Holograph letter from V. Chiagi, Rome, to Kirby: Statement 1870 of account. 2pp.

37 4 February Holograph letter from+ J. Roosevelt-Bayley [Newark], 1870 American College, to Kirby: Accepting invitation to lunch. 2pp.

1022 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

38 [6 January ] Holograph letter from + Strain, Scots College, to Kirby: 1870 Accepting invitation to lunch. 1p.

39 4 February Holograph letter from B. Woodlock, Catholic University, to 1870 Kirby: Document now carries 800 signatures, but Sir Dominic has declined to sign it [see KIR/1870/15]. Anxious about the new Primate; Dr. Conroy should send a telegram. Enclosing copy letter from Woodlock to John Brigle, asking Dr. Kirby to pass it on to Dr. Power. 1p. 2 items.

40 5 February Holograph letter from + Negrotti, to Kirby: Regretting 1870 inability to attend a function. 1p.

41 6 February Holograph letter from Abbess, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Grateful thanks. 2pp.

42 8 February Holograph letter from Abbess, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Again confused - this time 25 Lire from Bishop of Ferns through Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

43 8 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Mercy 1870 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Requesting favours. 4pp.

44 11 February Holograph letter from T. Grant, [English College], to Kirby: 1870 Invitation to tea. Lord Acton and others will be there. [Missing April 2006.]

45 11 February Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Introducing Mr. And Mrs. Carberry Scully. 2pp.

46 12 February Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of the Holy Cross, 1870 Monastero della Laurentana, to Kirby: Requesting a favour. 1p.

1023 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

47 12 February , Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clares, 1870 Kenmare, to Kirby: Seeking information on the Relics of St. Patrick for the last chapter of her book on the Saint. [The Lord Chancellor's sister is Mother Abbess.] 3pp.

48 12 February Holograph letter from + James Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1870 Petition for dispensation. Dr. Lynch is well. 1p.

49 12 February Holograph letter from Sr. Ricci of the Sacred Heart [niece], 1870 to Kirby: Full account of voyage to New Zealand. 8pp.

50 13 February Holograph letter from [H.M. Ross of ], [Mo ], to Kirby: 1870 Introducing Mr. Bellingham. 3pp.

51 17 February , Holograph letter from Ed. Can. Cantwell, St. Patrick's, 1870 Manchester, to Kirby: Regarding student Cantwell. 2pp.

52 19 February Holograph letter from Filippo Lanza, Roma, to Kirby: 1870 Receipt for 500 Lire for facsimile of Codea Vaticanus. 2pp.

53 21 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist, Mercy Convent, 1870 Baggot St., Dublin, to Kirby: Request for Masses. 4pp.

54 23 February Holograph letter from J. O'Conor, Rue des Capucines, 14, 1870 Paris, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby [French]. 6pp.

55 1 March 1870 Holograph letter from J. Macken, Catholic Chaplain, Delhi, to Kirby: Enclosing his Will for Cardinal Cullen. 2pp.

56 2 March 1870 Holograph letter from Relig. Del Burn Pastore Laurentana, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to come for Confessions. 1p.

57 5 March 1870 Holograph letter from Ed. Cantwell, St. Patrick's, Manchester, to Kirby: Regarding student Cantwell. 4pp.

1024 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

58 6 March 1870 Holograph letter from Mary [niece of Dr. Kirby], Stonington, U.S. A., to Kirby: Greetings and affectionate good wishes. 2pp.

59 8 March 1870 Holograph letter from J. Slane, [Vic. Cap., Armagh], Dungannon, to Kirby: Explaining an embarrassing situation. 3pp.

60 8 March 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Mercy Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks. 4pp.

61 11 (17?) Holograph letter from P. Byrne, Lismore, to Kirby: Asking March 1879 for information regarding imminent trip to Rome. 4pp.

62 11 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Mercy Convent, 1870 Longford, to Kirby: Request for Masses. 4pp.

63 15 March Two holograph letters from P. Nolan, George's St., 1870 Waterford, to Kirby: Nolan requests faculties to absolve a Freemason, and for faculty, on behalf of the Bishop, to grant faculties to ordinary confessors to deal with Fenians [excommunicate "latae sententiae" reserved to Holy Father]. In second letter Nolanreports on the new St. John's College which is nearing completion. Successful mission. 8pp.

64 [Mistake in counting- letter now included with KIR/1870/63]

65 16 March Holograph letter from F.C. Kelly, Glenageary, Dublin, to 1870 Kirby: Regards and news. Reads the 'Tablet' for news of the Council. 4pp.

1025 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

66 16 March Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, 67, Blessington St., 1870 Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing £25 for Pope - half notes - corresponding half is to be sent on hearing from Dr. Kirby. Reference to Land Bill. 6pp.

67 16 March Holograph letter from + Filippo, Vesco di Fano, Canonica 1870 Vaticana, Rome, to Kirby: Accepting invitation to dine. 1p.

68 17 March Holograph letter from J. Hyland, Hotel des Isles 1870 Brittaniques, Rome, to Kirby: Regretting inability to attend dinner today. 2pp.

69 17 March Holograph letter from Mons. Sagretti, Rome, to Kirby: 1870 Armagh Pallium. Have Mgr. McGettigan Daniele at Vatican. 2pp.

70 17 March Holograph letter from [V. Sifani], [], to Kirby: Announcing 1870 a legal victory in his case against Pantani. 2pp

71 18 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. of the Holy Cross, Rome, to 1870 Kirby: Looking for favours. 1p.

72 23 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist Kenny and Sr. M. 1870 Sr. Dominic, Novitiate, St. Mary's, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks and request for prayers.4pp.

73 25 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Purcell, Presentation 1870 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Profound thanks for all Dr. Kirby's goodness to the nuns of his native town. The Bishop is a 'Pio Nono' to the Community. 8pp.

74 25 March Holograph letter from Maurice Lenihan, Limerick, to 1879 Kirby: Recommending Mr. Raleigh, and sending a copy of writer's 'History of Limerick' for presentation to the Pope. 6pp.

1026 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

75 25 March Holograph letter from I.A. Parkin, South Presbytery, Cork, 1870 to Kirby: Announcing the writer's mother's death. 4pp.

76 25 March Holograph letter from Mademoiselle Power for Madame la 1870 Contesse de Guitant, Au Chateau d'Epoisses, Cote d'Or, France, to Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Strickland of Malta. Writer hopes to end her days in Paris and gives details of her plans regarding A. Power. 4pp.

77 27 March Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, Blessington St., to 1870 Kirby: Enclosing corresponding half of the £25 sent on March 16th. [see KIR/1870/66] 4pp.

78 30 March Holograph letter from Pietro [Avangini], to Kirby: 1870 Recommending a painter who wishes to go to Ireland. Refers to a place in the Seminario Apostolico, established by Mr. Scanlon of Scotland, of which Trustees are Bishop of Glasgow and Rector of Irish College. 2pp.

79 30 March Holograph letter from G. Lynan of Limerick, London, to 1870 Kirby: [see KIR/1870/13], nephew not now going to Rome. Requests return of £50. 2pp.

80 2 April 1870 Holograph letter from [P. Avangini] to Kirby: With reference to an article on Traditionalism. 1p.

81 3 April 1870 Fragment of holograph letter from [], St. Joseph's Mount, Liverpool, to Kirby: Business and news. Alarm here regarding Mr. Newdigate's motion for an enquiry into convent establishments - Bigotry. [End missing.] 4pp.

82 6 April 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Purcell, Presentation Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Sending gifts to Dr. Kirby to whom the community is so indebted. 5pp.

1027 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

83 9 April 1870 Holograph letter from G. Lynan [Limerick], London, to Kirby: [see KIR/1870/13 and /79] acknowledging receipt of £50. 2pp.

83 a 13 April 1870 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal Cullen [accompanied by writer] arrived safely in Dublin. He will consecrate the oils for Dublin and most of the Northern Sees. Charge of corruption against clergy in Longford Election. Dr. Furlong's letter. Dr. Newman's unfortunate letter. Damage done to Cardinal and clergy by Home Press. 4pp.

84 15 April 1870 Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, Dublin, to Kirby: Deeply grateful [see KIR/1870/66 and /77]. 4pp.

85 18 April 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clares, Kenmare, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for photos and painting. 4pp.

86 23 April 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Gallway, Sisters of Charity, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for oil painting received through Bishop. 8pp.

86 a 25 April 1870 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Cardinal returns to Rome shortly. Political news. 4pp.

87 2 May 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Gallway, Sisters of Charity, Waterford, to Kirby: Enclosing £10 for 5 yards of white cloth of silver. 4pp.

88 5 May 1870 Holograph letter from Ellen [niece of Dr. Kirby], to Kirby: Thanks and love. Letters on same note from another niece, Mary and sister, Almira. 4pp

1028 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

89 11 May 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Maguire, Mercy Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Seeking advice of Dr. Kirby on spiritual matters. 4pp.

90 14 May 1870 Holograph letter from + James Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Enclosing two petitions. Dr. Lynch well and presided at the assembly of Raphoe priests to select a Bishop. [Perhaps + McGettigan has been transferred to Armagh, 11 March 1870] 2pp.

91 17 May 1870 Holograph letter from Elizabeth Cullen, Liverpool, to Kirby: Thanks for cameo. Cullen news. Cardinal and Dr. Moran looking well on their return. 4pp.

92 26 May 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Longford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 4pp.

93 27 May 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gertrude, Listowel, to Kirby: Foran's pension. Regards etc. 4pp.

94 'May 1870' Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph, Longford, to Kirby: 28 May 1870 Grateful thanks. 2pp.

95 1 June 1870 Holograph letter from + Wm. Keane, Rome, to Kirby: £250 enclosed for His Holiness, second instalment of Cloyne's Peter's Pence [first was £400 last November]. Cloyne ardently desirous of definition of Papal Infallibility, as from letter from Vicar General. 3pp.

96 8 June 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Mercy Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 4pp.

97 9 June 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Gallway, Sisters of Charity, Waterford, to Kirby: Heartfelt thanks. 4pp.

1029 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

98 9 June 1870 Holograph letter from N. Godley [alumnus], Tralee, to Kirby: Gratitude for many kindnesses. Writer appointed to Tralee, where the Dean would place all the Romans, if he could. 4pp.

99 10 June 1870 Holograph letter from William Hutch, Doneraile, to Kirby: Requesting something for his bazaar. Never was more popular in Ireland [except among those wretched Fenians] on account of his stand on Pope's Infallibility - [regarding Cardinal Cullen]. Some Protestant papers say that Drs. MacHale, Moriarty and Leahy were opposing the dogma, but that would be strange for Irish Bishops. Dr. Croke is well, and he would be off again to Rome, were he not deterred by the heat. 4pp.

100 10 June 1870 Holograph letter from Maurice Lenihan, Limerick Reporter and Tipperary Vindicator, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 4pp.

101 11 June 1870 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Distressing case - "Parochus qui solet inebriari". 3pp.

102 13 June 1870 Holograph letter from Nicholas J. Murphy [alumnus], Ballyraggat, Co. Kilkenny, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 2pp.

103 14 June 1870 Holograph letter from Abbess, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Writer has heard of the death of Mgr. Grant and asks for confirmation. 2pp.

104 14 June 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clares, Kenmare, to Kirby: To present copy of her life of St. Patrick to Holy Father. Hagan promoted to House of Peers. 3pp.

105 18 June 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Bernard, Mercy Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Grateful thanks for prayers, gifts and advice. 2pp.

1030 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

106 20 June 1870 Holograph letter from J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: Congratulations to Cardinal on speech and to other Bishops who distinguished themselves. 4pp.

107 21 June 1870 Holograph letter from + Wm. Lanigan, All Hallows, Dublin, to Kirby: Hoping to leave for Australia in August. Much improved in health. 2pp.

108 23 June 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena, Perpetue Adoratrici, Roma, to Kirby: Profound thanks. 2pp.

109 24 June 1870 Handwritten [memorandum] from Kirby [Rome]: Dr. Kirby deals with representations made by the Countess of Camburzano in favour of the Director of the Seminary at Cuneo, asking about outcome of audience to be held on 26 June. 2pp.

110 27 June 1870 Holograph letter from Abbess, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Grateful thanks for everything. Invites Cardinal Cullen to Assisi. 3pp.

111 28 June 1870 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. Regards to Cardinal Cullen. 4pp.

112 1 July 1870 Holograph letter from J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: Greetings and thanks. Cardinal Cullen should be allowed to return home for two months. 4pp.

113 2 July 1870 Holograph letter from J.M. Angeli [Eveche d'Ajaccio], Ajaccio, to Kirby: Deepest thanks. 1p.

114 4 July 1870 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Further to KIR/1870/101, priest who does not know Irish can do nothing in Co. Waterford. 4pp.

1031 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

115 6 July 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph, Presentation Convent, Doneraile, to Kirby: Seeks information on painting of Holy Family for Community Room. Dr. Croke's removal. He was a real father. 4pp.

116 7 July 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. Emmanuela Leoni, to Kirby: Request for prayers. 3pp.

117 7 July 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clares, Kenmare, to Kirby: Sending a copy of the Life of St. Patrick. Writer has an immense correspondence all over the world. She longs for a strong expression of love for Ireland from the Holy Father, if only to counteract the propaganda in favour of England. 2pp.

118 7 July 1870 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler [a niece], Limerick, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby and gives news. 3pp.

119 9 July 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Caterina Gigli, S. Catherina de Siena, Roma, to Kirby: Announcing the carrying out of a commission from Dr. Kirby. 1p.

120 10 July 1870 Holograph letter from [] Granard, [Italy], to Kirby: Thanks for precious gift. Delighted with the Decrees of Council. The Land Bill is a good measure. 3pp.

121 11 July 1870 Holograph letter from Chas. Barr, Pittsburgh, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby and asks for further favours. 4pp.

122 12 July 1870 Holograph letter from Fanny La Touche, Innsbruck, to Kirby: Describes her journey. If writer returns to Rome, Dr. Kirby must often come and visit her. 4pp.

123 12 July 1870 Holograph letter from The Prioress, Santa Caterina da Siena, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 2pp.

1032 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

124 12 July 1870 Holograph letter from + J. Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: Giving Dr. Kirby a commission. What a pity Dr. Peter Kenrick did not remain silent! Dr. Matt [Quinn] well able for the Head of the Education Council. 4pp.

125 15 July 1870 Holograph letter from + N. McCabe [Ardagh], Palazzo Vericoli, 340 Cosso, to Kirby: Returning books. Also a trunk with books etc., which Dr. Kirby is to keep till writer's return to Rome. Requests various favours from the Holy See. 2pp.

126 15 July 1870 Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Enclosing contribution, £916-17-3 for the sole and private use of His Holiness. Bishop and clergy of Ossory stand for definition. Wishes Rev. E. McDonald to be made Dean. 2pp.

127 16 July 1870 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Hotel d'Angleterre, to Kirby: Shall be with Dr. Kirby on Monday, but leaves for home next evening. 1p.

128 16 July 1870 Telegram from + N. Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: Seeking extended leave of absence. 1p.

129 16 July 1870 Holograph letter from + C. Eyre, [Glasgow], to Kirby: Accepts invitation to dinner on Monday. 1p.

130 17 July 1870 Holograph letter from Francesco Mercurelli, to Kirby: Regrets inability to attend. 1p.

131 17 July 1870 Holograph letter from Harriet Margaret Lenihan, Limerick, to Kirby: Requesting a favour. 4pp.

132 17 July 1870 Holograph letter from + Conoty, Cavan, to Kirby: Explains telegram, 128 Priests and people of Kilmore all for Infallibility. 3pp.

1033 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

133 18 July 1870 Holograph letter from Vicar General of Malines, to Kirby: The bishops at the Belgian College cannot accept the invitation to dine. Three of them leave today, and Mgr. Dechamps is indisposed. 1p.

134 20 July 1870 Holograph letter from + Grives, Administrator Ap. of Perth, to Kirby: Requesting a favour of Dr. Kirby. 1p.

135 22 July 1870 Holograph letter from + D. O'Brien, Bray, to Kirby: The priest mentioned in earlier letter has died [see KIR/1870/101 and /114]. The Definition will give great joy to the great bulk of the priests and people of the country - and to none more that the priests of Waterford, most of whom imbibed from the writer, in St. John's College, the doctrine of Papal Infallibility. 3pp.

136 24 July 1870 Holograph letter from + T. O'Mahony, [Armidale], Grand Hotel Louvre et Pais, Marseilles, to Kirby: Dr. McCabe seriously ill at Marseilles - threw up blood on way to Civitavecchia. Dr. Croke and writer, Kenny, O'Hea and Gillooly awaiting developments. Drs. Murphy and Dorrian gone on to Lyons. 4pp.

137 26 July 1870 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: Regarding Bishop - "the father of my soul" - gone. 3pp

138 26 July 1870 Holograph letter from + J. Grinley, Venice, to Kirby: Requesting a favour from Dr. Kirby. 1p.

138 a 27 July 1870 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Hotel de Rome, Marseilles. Writer returning to Ireland from Council with Cardinal. Account of journey and military activity in Marseilles. 2pp.

139 28 July 1870 Holograph letter from Edmond de la Poer, Royal Hotel, Berlin, to Kirby: Writer, M.P. for Waterford, wants to join the Papal Zouaves. 2pp.

1034 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

140 a 31 July 1870 Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: About the death on Sunday, 25th July, 1870, of Dr. McCabe, at Marseilles. His funeral and burial in Paris on the 28th and his interment in a vault of Head House of Vincentians [Dr. Gilooly]. All in favour of the French and against Prussia. 3pp.

140 29 July 1870 Holograph letter from [G.B. Antronelli], Holy See, to Kirby: Acknowledging 126.

141 2 August Holograph letter from B. Rogers, Kilrea, to Kirby: 1870 Repaying Dr. Kirby, £11-10-9. 2pp.

142 5 August Holograph letter from Edmond de la Poer, Hotel de la Ville, 1870 Trieste, to Kirby: [repeat of KIR/1870/139]. 2pp.

143 9 August Holograph letter from M.J. Rhodes, Hotel Verdun, Annecy, 1870 Houte Savoie, to Kirby: Seeking Dr. Kirby's intercession with Cardinal Barnabo, and presenting a book to the College from the author. 4pp.

144 10 August , Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: 1870 Thanking Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

145 11 August Holograph letter from Martin Flynn, Waterford, to Kirby: 1870 Thanking Dr. Kirby. Bishop much improved. A kind of demonstration in Dublin to complement Dr. MacHale, turned out a failure. 4pp.

146 13 August Holograph letter from Ant. Cerni, Roma, to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing a present from the Holy Father. 1p.

147 17 August Holograph letter from [Nolan], Georges St., Waterford, to 1879 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his part in having presented to the Pope the address of the Waterford priests on the very eve of the Definition. There was High Mass, Te Deum and Sermon in Waterford to honour the Definition. 4pp.

1035 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

148 17 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clares, 1870 Kenmare, to Kirby: Still anxious for a statement from the Holy Father attesting his love for Ireland. 4pp.

149 20 August Holograph letter from Harriet M. Linehan, Limerick, to 1870 Kirby: Grateful thanks to Dr. Kirby for his gifts. A demonstration in sympathy with the French. 4pp.

150 21 August Holograph letter from O'Hagan, Dublin, to Kirby: 1870 Introducing a Mr. Rope, barrister. 1p.

151 23 August Holograph from + P. Moran [Dunedin], Dublin, to Kirby: 1870 Requesting favours. 3pp.

152 23 August Holograph letter from La Superieure des S. Fideles 1870 Caampagnes de Jesus, Morbihas, France, to Kirby: Seeking information of whereabouts of Dr. Murphy, Hobartown, Tasmania. Has he left Rome? A Miss Hickey, at school here, is to go with him to Tasmania, to be a Presentation Sister. 3pp.

153 27 August Holograph letter from M.J. Rhodes, Hotel Verdun, Annecy, 1870 France, to Kirby: Seeking Dr. Kirby's intercession with Cardinal Barnabo [see KIR/1870/143]. 4pp.

153 a 27 August Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Various requests. 1870 Dr. Croke leaves on 1st September. 2pp.

154 29 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Kenmare, to 1870 Kirby: Regarding books forwarded to Rome. 4pp.

155 5 September Holograph letter from + Patrick Leahy [Cashel], Llandudno, 1870 Wales, to Kirby: Regarding Leonandi. Regarding marble altar ordered by the late Dr. McCabe [Ardagh], Regarding the dangers that threaten the Holy See after the discomfiture of the French. 4pp.

1036 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

156 6 September Holograph letter from + James Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: 1870 Regarding Archdeacon Rigney, V.G., Sydney, going to Rome on matter of some importance. Regarding the effect the Definition will have - most salutary. Regarding abuses in Sydney in favour of mixed marriages. 11p.

157 6 September Holograph letter from + G. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: The 1870 Cardinal to hold a Triduum of thanks at Marlborough St. All the bishops invited. Dr. Moriarty will be present. Dr. MacHale? The terrible pass things have come to in France. Great anxiety in Ireland about Rome and the Holy Father. 4pp.

158 6 September Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing Peter's Pence, £212-15-6. Present a formal adhesion to Definition of Infallibility in my name, if necessary or advisable. Statement of his attitude - after and during the Council. 3pp.

159 7 September Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1870 [see KIR/1870/156]. Regarding Archdeacon Rigney. Regarding Bishops who opposed the Definition. Croke is off to Auckland, consoling news for that affiliated Church. 4pp.

160 12 September Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian [Down and Connor], 1870 Dublin, to Kirby: Enclosing £100 for Benzoni, the sculptor. At Dublin for Triduum. Dr. Moriarty here also. Thinking of Dr. Kirby and the Holy Father, with sympathy. 2pp.

161 13 September Holograph letter from [], Presentation Convent, Listowel, to 1870 Kirby: Thanking Dr. Kirby. Seeking favours. 4pp.

162 14 September Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's, 1870 Newfoundland, to Kirby: An account of his return with Dr. Howly. 4pp.

1037 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

163 16 September Holograph letter from Arcifrate Mastrampoli, Tivoli, to 1870 Kirby: The situation in Tivoli. 3pp.

163 a 19 September Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Protestant papers 1870 jubilant over "the end of Popery". Triduum for Definition - twenty Bishops and preacher was Fr. Burke, O.P. Five Sees vacant- Raphoe, Clonfert, Killala, Achonry, Ardagh. 4pp.

164 20 September Holograph letter from Sac. P. Movanini, Roma, to Kirby: 1870 Looking for hospitality and a refuge. 1p.

165 26 September Holograph letter from Abbess Clarisse, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Expressing anxiety for Dr. Kirby's safety. 4pp.

166 27 September Holograph letter from Palazzo Chigi, Rome, to Kirby: 1870 Guarantee of Protection of Property and Houses of Irish, English and Scots Colleges from British authorities in Rome. Enclosed - Handwritten original petition from the three rectors of 24 September, also asking for protection of property outside Rome. 2 items.

167 2 October Holograph letter from Anne Lyons, Villa Sinacusa, 1870 Sorrento, to Kirby: Requesting favours. Writer has been swindled by a Frenchman. 4pp.

168 4 October Holograph letter from John Crotty, Clonmel, to Kirby: 1870 Roman news depressing. Bishop is very well. 2pp.

169 5 October Holograph letter from H. Clarke Jervoise, Palazzo Chiugi, 1870 Rome, to Kirby: Inadvisable at this stage to ask for withdrawal of the Guard furnished to the Irish College. 3pp.

170 5 October Holograph letter from Patrick Scanlon, Limerick, to Kirby: 1870 Asking Dr. Kirby to secure support of Bishop Butler for writer to be named Postmaster. 2pp.

1038 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

171 5 October Holograph letter from Sr. C. Da Ricci [niece], St. 1870 Catherine's, to Kirby: Grateful thanks. 2pp.

172 7 October Holograph letter from + Patrick Leahy, Harrogate, to Kirby: 1870 Depressed at news. But all will come right. Regarding Benzoni's statue for Thurles Ursulines. 4pp.

173 7 October Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1870 Requesting the execution of a commission. What terrible events. You must reach the bottom of the valley before you begin to ascend the mountain. 4pp.

174 8 October Holograph letter from Anna Lyons, Villa Siracusa, 1870 Sorrento, to Kirby: Did bank note of 145 arrive? Waits anxiously for news of Holy Father. 44pp.

175 9 October Holograph letter from Anna Lyons, Villa Sirasuca, 1870 Sorrento, to Kirby: Acknowledges Dr. Kirby's reply to KIR/1870/167. Writer is with the Colonna family. Liberal Catholics. 4pp.

176 10 October Holograph letter from J. Rogers, Kilrea, to Kirby: Must 1870 prolong his stay yet awhile. 1p.

177 10 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Clare Elliot, Sion Hill, Dublin, 1870 to Kirby: Regarding Sr. Ricci's departure for Dunedin. Thanks to Dr. Kirby for all his kindness. 2pp.

178 10 October Holograph letter from James Kelly, St. Patrick's College, 1870 Armagh, to Kirby: Wants to know is it safe to send the Peter's Pence, £425. Ireland depressed by sad news from Rome. 4pp.

179 11 October Holograph letter from O'Hagan, Rutland Square West, to 1870 Kirby: Sincere thanks. 4pp.

1039 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

179 a 11 October Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: We want facts in 1870 order to contradict the rumours. Bishops meet in Dublin next week, to issue an address to the Pope and another to the people of Ireland. 2pp.

179 b 17 October Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Bishops meeting 1870 these days. 1p.

180 20 October Holograph letter from Ellen [niece], to Kirby: Family news 1870 from U.S. A. 4pp.

181 22 October Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, Liverpool, to Kirby: 1870 Masses for repose of soul of Thomas Cullen. 1p.

182 22 October Holograph letter from Ouseley Higgins, London, to Kirby: 1870 Recommending Mr. Gregory, M.P. for Galway, non- Catholic but sympathetic. 4pp..

183 24 October Holograph letter from Anne Bennett [nee Gladstone], Hotel 1870 du Globe, Rome, to Kirby: Announcing a call on Dr. Kirby. 1p.

184 24 October Holograph letter from H. Clarke Jervoise, Palazzo Chigi, 1870 Roma, to Kirby: Seeking help in providing a list of the various ecclesiastical establishments belonging to British subjects in Rome. 2pp.

185 27 October Holograph letter from Joseph Kearns, Derrytogh, to Kirby: 1870 Asking for guidance regarding return to College. 3pp.

186 28 October Holograph letter from H. Clarke Jervoise, Palazzo Chigi, 1870 Roma, to Kirby: With reference to KIR/1870/184, reply received but important point omitted. 4pp.

1040 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

187 29 October Holograph letter from [], Rostrevor, to Kirby: Requests 1870 news of Rome and of Holy Father. Also Pope's autographed 'Non Possumus'. 4pp.

188 30 October Holograph letter from + M. Flannery, Seminaine S. Sulpice, 1871 Paris, to Kirby: Seeks full testimonial for Mr. O'Halloran. [Correct date is 1871 - however digitized in this place] 4pp.

188 a 31 October Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Rumours. Meetings 1870 to protest against usurpation. Tom Cullen died. 4pp.

189 30 October Holograph letter from Paul Cullen, Liverpool, to Kirby: 1870 Regarding the death of his father [the Cardinal's brother], with request for Masses. 3pp.

190 5 November Holograph letter from H. Clarke Jervoise, Palazzo Chigi, to 1870 Kirby: Concerned with protection of British property in Rome - some claims put forward which would not bear a close scrutiny. [further to KIR/1870/166, /169, /184 and /186] 4pp.

191 9 November Holograph letter from James Kelly, C.M., to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing draft - Armagh's Peter's Pence. 1p.

191 a 11 November Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Dispensation 1870 requested. 1p.

192 13 November Holograph letter from Richard White, Shelbourne Hotel, 1871 Dublin, to Kirby: Requesting dispensation to marry second cousin. 2pp.

193 15 November Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Two 1870 cases regarding Masses. Encloses a full and formal adhesion to the Definition for Cardinal de Angelo. 4pp.

1041 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

194 c.17 Holograph letter from R. White, Dublin, to Kirby: November Requesting dispensation to marry second cousin [see 1870 KIR/1870/192]. 1p.

195 19 November Holograph letter from + Daniel Murphy, Donnybrook, 1870 Dublin, to Kirby: Is preparing to leave for Tasmania. Has various commissions for Dr. Kirby to undertake. 4pp.

196 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

197 20 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Kenmare, to 1870 Kirby: Depressed at loss of Pope's letter, never received. 2pp.

198 20 November Telegram from Sr. M. Francis Clare to Kirby: Regarding 1870 missing letter from the Pope. [see KIR/1870/197]. 1p.

199 23 November Holograph letter from Peter Dawson, V.C., Carrick on 1870 Shannon, to Kirby: Ready to send £560 for the Pope. Refers to the length of time that Ardagh was vacant. Hopes that students will be sent to Rome as the Maynooth grant is no longer available. 4pp.

200 24 November Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's, 1870 Newfoundland, to Kirby: News from Rome distressing. Pius the Great. Writer assisted at Immaculate Conception and Papal Infallibility definitions. 8pp.

201 24 November Telegram from R. White, Dublin, to Kirby: Urgent request 1870 for marriage dispensation. 1p.

202 25 November Holograph letter from Stephen Fuller, Rathmore, Co. Kerry, 1870 to Kirby: Regarding dispensation. Indignation meetings at treatment of Pope all over Ireland. Writer regrets no move yet in Kerry. 3pp.

1042 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

203 26 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis, Kenmare, to Kirby: 1870 Unspeakable joy at reception of Holy Father's letter. Tells some of her life story. [see KIR/1870/197 and /198.] 4pp.

204 27 November Holograph letter from Anna Lyons, Napoli, to Kirby: 1870 Seeking news and favours. 4pp.

205 28 November Telegram from Fricken, Dublin, to Kirby: "McCabe 43, [1878] Moran 7, Woodlock 1." 1p. [Correct date is 1878 - digitised here.]

206 29 November Fragment handwritten letter from [T. O'Mahony], London, 1870 to Kirby: On way to Australia with four priests for his Mission [and one he had already sent out]. Writer got £350 from Mr. O'Connell through the action of the Cardinal [Cullen]. Will sail on 30th anniversary of writer's consecration. 4pp.

207 1 December Holograph letter from E. McDonald, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1870 Seeking a favour from Propaganda. Expressions of sympathy and love for Pio Nono all over the country. 6pp.

208 4 December Holograph letter from John Barton, Lixnaw, to Kirby: 1870 Requesting a letter of recommendation for Holy Orders. 2pp.

209 4 December Holograph letter from Eliza Butler [niece], Dublin, to 1870 Kirby: Requesting help. 4pp.

210 6 December Holograph letter from M.M. O'Hagan, Poor Clares, 1870 Kenmare, to Kirby: Grateful thanks to their 'best and dearest benefactor'. 5pp.

211 6 December Holograph letter from J. MacDermot, P.P., to Kirby: To 1870 present a gift to His Holiness from the children of Clonacool parish [Achonry]. 3pp.

1043 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

212 6 December Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1870 Reference to meetings of sympathy with Pope all over Ireland. 4pp.

213 6 December Holograph letter from Peter Dawson, Carrick on Shannon, 1870 to Kirby: [see KIR/1870/199] encloses £561 for Holy Father. 4pp.

213 a 6 December Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Most successful 1870 meeting. Bishop Murray's [Maitland] views on the Australian Church and on Sydney. Appointment of Mgr. Carpagnini to Harbour Grace unfortunate. Looking forward to re-opening of Council - here in Dublin perhaps. 4pp.

214 7 December Holograph letter from + J. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1870 Urging Dr. Kirby to expedite dispensations for Mr. White [min. rel and consanguinity - see KIR/1870/192 and /194]. Making arrangements for a grand demonstration for the Holy Father. 4pp.

215 8 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Porter, Tripoli, Barbary, to 1870 Kirby: Looking for consolation. 3pp.

216 8 December Holograph letter from T. Fitzgerald, P.P., Newtownforbes, 1870 to Kirby: Memories of Rome during the Council. Comments on the four names for Ardagh. Begging the Pope's blessing for Granard and his parishioners. 4pp.

217 11 December Telegram from + J. Quinn, Ford's Hotel, Manchester 1870 [giving address as London] to Kirby: Dispensation on age for priesthood. [marked done and sent]. 1p

218 15 December Holograph letter from A.P. Reynolds, Philadelphia, to 1870 Kirby: Requesting news. 2pp.

1044 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

218 a 14 December Letter copied in Moran's hand, to Kirby: Extract of letter to 1870 Dr. Kirby from Sisters of the Presentation to Harbour Grace complaining of the Bishop Mgr. Carpagnini. [Italian] [Italian] 4pp.

219 16 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Patricia, Ursuline Convent, 1870 Blackrock, to Kirby: Requesting news of Dr. Kirby and of Rome. 4pp.

219 a 16 December Holograph letter from Moran, to Kirby: Enclosing money 1870 order for students. 1p.

220 17 December Holograph letter from Patrick J. Mooney, Castlewellan, to 1870 Kirby: Meetings in Dublin and Belfast tremendous. Cardinal and Fr. Burke made brilliant speeches at Dublin [in October]. Thanks for hospitality. 4pp.

221 17 December Holograph letter from Anna Lyons, Naples, to Kirby: 1870 Grateful thanks. 4pp.

222 20 December Holograph letter from Abbess Clarisse, Assisi, to Kirby: 1870 Profoundly grateful for donation. 2pp.

223 18 December Holograph letter from J.A. Parker, South Presbytery, Cork, 1870 to Kirby: Ireland still showing its faith. Thurles yesterday. We are hoping that Gladstone will take part of right against might. 3pp.

224 21 December Holograph letter from D.P. Avanzini, Roma, to Kirby: 1870 Reference to facsimile of the Vatican Leader [in six volumes] and to the 'Seminario Apostolico'. 2pp.

1045 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

225 22 December Holograph letter from Stephen Fuller, Rathmore, Co. Kerry, 1870 to Kirby: Thanks for dispensation. No meeting of protest yet in Kerry - due to political dissension, dating back five years to the O'Donoghue election in Tralee. All our hopes for the Pope centred in France. Mgr. Moran to publish Life and Acts of St. Brendan. 4pp.

226 23 December Holograph letter from G. Stacpoole, The Convent, 1870 Rochampton, to Kirby: Requesting favours. 4pp.

227 23 December Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1870 Enclosing £40 - writer's proportion for house rent, gas and Porter's fees at Palazzo Pericoli for eight months - 1st December to 1st July, when writer went to an Hotel. Most successful meeting at Thurles on 15th December. Enclosing copies of resolutions and speeches. Have them translated and shown to Pope and Cardinals. Suggests remuneration for Leonardi if he comes to Thurles on way to New York. Enclosures - Kirby's Italian handwritten draft. Also newspaper reprint of address. 3 items.

228 26 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Longford, 1870 to Kirby: Requesting Masses. Looking for news. 3pp.

229 26 December Holograph letter from Thomas Rogers, Kilrea, to Kirby: 1870 Seeking a direction on his return to the College. 2pp.

230 27 December Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1870 Correcting earlier letter - seven months not eight in Palazzo Pericoli, but it doesn't matter. Instructions for Leonardi. Anxious for Rome. 3pp.

231 27 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Peter, Ursuline Convent, 1870 Waterford, to Kirby: Remembrance and thanks. 4pp.

1046 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1870/

232 28 December Holograph letter from Thomas Leahy, C.C., Sandymount, to 1870 Kirby: Marriage case, with copy of supporting letter of Mgr. Forde, V.G. 4pp.

233 30 December Holograph letter from D.J. MacCarthy, 2 Cavendish 1870 Terrace, Clapham Common, London S. W., to Kirby: Enclosing £42 - pension for his son, who left the College in delicate health and joined the Jesuits in London. Enclosed - Holograph letter from D.J. to [his son] John MacCarthy, Irish College, Rome, of 6 September 1870. 2 items.

1 1 January Handwritten letter, signed by [L. Farnani], Rector of Urban 1871 College, Rome, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to attend a meeting of the rectors of foreign colleges in the Collegio Urbano. 1p.

2 1 January Holograph letter from Granard, Castle Forbes, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for a Papal permission and discusses the invasion of the Vatican by Victor Emmanuel's adherents. Tells him to keep an eye on the British Consul. 4pp.

3 3 January Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: 1871 Entrusts letter of consolation to Dr. Kirby for the Pope from Irish bishops and mayors. Discusses payment of Peter's Pence. 3pp.

4 5 January Holograph letter from Maurice Lenihan, Limerick, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for favours done and asks for relics. 3pp.

5 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

6 9 January Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1871 Forwards £5 and asks for a dispensation. 2pp.

1047 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

7 10 January Holograph letter from + Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1871 Requests renewal of faculties and gives instructions about making his bust. 4pp.

8 11 January Holograph letter from + John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1871 Sends a donation and discusses the Pope's predicament. Also Fenian activity. 3pp.

9 14 January Holograph letter from A.E. Le Sage, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Requests acknowledgement from the Pope. 3pp.

10 16 January Holograph letter from + R. Cornthwait, Little Woodhouse, 1871 Leeds, to Kirby: Says he is engaged on a particular day. 1p.

11 17 January Holograph letter from Sr. Stacpoole, Rochampton, Surrey, 1871 to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for an encouraging and preaching letter. 4pp.

11 a 17 January Holograph letter from + Moran, to Kirby: Moneys for 1871 students. The Meath election. 2pp.

12 20 January Holograph letter from Charles Bianconi, [Longford], 1871 [Cashel], to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for a photograph of the O'Connell Monument in his church. 3pp.

13 21 January Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1871 Acknowledgement and cheque forwarded. 2pp.

14 22 January Holograph letter from Henry Formly, to Kirby: Asks Dr. 1871 Kirby to furnish the Archbishop of Quito with the contents of a letter which he has already forwarded. This is in case it should miscarry. 4pp.

15 24 January Holograph letter from + N. Power, Killaloe, to Kirby: Sends 1871 donation. Asks for dispensation. 2pp.

1048 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

16 26 January Holograph letter from L. Forde, Vicariate of Dublin, to 1871 Kirby: Requires a dispensation for mixed religion. 4pp.

17 28 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gertrude, Presentation 1871 Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for various favours and faculties. 4pp.

18 28 January Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1871 Received acknowledgement and rescript. Cancels an artist's projected trip to Ireland. 4pp.

19 29 January Holograph letter from [Sr. J.V.R.], [Rome], to Kirby: Asks 1871 Dr. Kirby to pardon her. 3pp.

20 30 January Holograph letter from Sr. De Sales, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for reliquaries. Private affairs. 4pp.

21 30 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 Wants to know if a new bishop will be appointed soon. Gives reasons. 6pp.

22 31 January Holograph letter from + William Keane of Cloyne, Cobh, to 1871 Kirby: The Irish Catholics will stand by the Pope. Sends cheque for £10. 4pp.

23 1 February Holograph letter from Edward Havard, [Rome], to Kirby: 1871 Accepts invitation to dinner on the following Sunday. 1p.

24 2 February Holograph letter from John Feely, [P.P. of Inver], Donegal, 1871 to Kirby: Applies to Dr. Kirby for a dispensation. 3pp.

25 10 February Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, [Rome], to 1871 Kirby: Got access for the painter to the Vatican Library. 1p.

1049 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

26 15 February Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby and asks for dispensation. 2pp.

27 15 February Holograph letter from P. Shelley, Domodossola, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for money gift and asks his advice. 3pp.

28 16 February Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1871 Asks Dr. Kirby to translate the address sent to the Pope by the Diocese of Kerry. 8pp.

29 18 February Holograph letter from J. Meyler, Dublin, to Kirby: Seeks a 1871 dispensation for the solemnization of a marriage. 4pp.

30 18 February Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Addolorata, Rome, to 1871 Kirby: Prays Dr. Kirby to advise Sister who is weak, against inflicting penances on herself. 4pp.

31 19 February Holograph letter from B. Fitzpatrick, Holy Cross Seminary, 1871 to Kirby: Enquires if he has paid the requisite amount and thanks Dr. Kirby for kindnesses to him while in Rome. 4pp.

32 21 February Holograph letter from William Taaffe, Mollybank, Dublin, 1871 to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to obtain a Papal Blessing for him. 4pp.

33 25 February Holograph letter from J. Cardinal Antonelli, to Kirby: 1871 Acknowledges receipt of sum of money, on behalf of the Pope, given to him by Sisters of Charity. 1p.

34 26 February Holograph letter from William Meagher, Rathmines, to 1871 Kirby: Seeks a dispensation for mixed religion. Cardinal well and amazingly successful. 3pp.

35 26 February Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Blackrock, to Kirby: 1871 Asks prayers, Masses and Pope's Blessing. 4pp.

1050 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

36 27 February Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1871 Forwards £565-10-0 for the Pope. Returned their candidate in the elections. 3pp.

37 27 February Holograph letter from + William Keane of Cloyne, Cobh, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for decision of Holy See. Is it safe to forward Peter's Pence in usual way? 3pp.

38 4 March 1871 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Vincent to Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

39 5 March 1871 Holograph letter from Jane Power, 47 Merrion Street North, Dublin, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain dispensation for retention of Blessed Sacrament. 4pp.

40 6 March 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for relics etc. 4pp

41 a 7 March 1871 Holograph letter from + Moran, to Kirby: Dr. Murray's pastoral on Infallibility should be shown to the Secretary of Council, lest there is any doubt as to his orthodoxy. Conroy, though a stranger, good choice for Ardagh. O'Rourke begs the Cardinal to get him off Clonfert. Bishops seem resolved to divide Maynooth into four divisions. Irish College in Paris still filled with the wounded and Villa at Arcceuil plundered. 4pp.

41 7 March 1871 Holograph letter from Mgr. J.V. Cleary, Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his contribution to the collection, a reward for Captain D'Arcy. 5pp.

42 10 March Holograph letter from M. Christina Gorman, Via dell'Arco 1871 dei Ginnasi, Roma, to Kirby: Asks directions for buying a good breviary. 3pp.

1051 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

43 10 March Holograph letter from A. Bennet, Rome, to Kirby: Dorothy 1871 and herself will visit Saint Agatha's on Sunday or Monday. 2pp.

44 11 March Holograph letter from [Sister] Ellen Byrne, Blackrock, to 1871 Kirby: Gratefully acknowledges receipt of £5. 4pp.

45 12 March Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, to Kirby: 1871 Acknowledges receipt of contribution to the Pope from Mgr. T. Power and his diocesani. 1p.

45 a 13 March Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: 1871 Sending newspapers and copy of writer's Pastoral - the latter will show state of affairs in diocese. Gives various details of troubles - Some priests leaving of own accord, some whom writer will have to compel to leave - Frenchmen good men but more concerned with their Order than with the people. People well-disposed but much has to be done. 8pp.

46 14 March Holograph letter from Isabella Connolly, Rome, to Kirby: 1871 Asks Dr. Kirby's opinion as to whether she might get the job of illuminating the Papal Bull of the Immaculate Conception. 3pp.

47 15 March Holograph letter from W.M. Brady, Via delle Como 33, to 1871 Kirby: Accepts invitation to lunch. 1p.

48 15 March Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: The 1871 receipt is still missing. Is pleased with episcopal appointments. 3pp.

49 16 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Longford, 1871 to Kirby: Sends grateful thanks on behalf of Community. 3pp.

1052 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

49 a 20 March Holograph letter from + P. Moran, to Kirby: Dr. Power of 1871 Killaloe has died. Ossory in extremis. Briefs for Ardagh, Raphoe and Clonfert have arrived. 4pp.

50 21 March Holograph letter from Geo. Conroy, Eccles St., Dublin, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his various kindnesses. The Apostolic Brief has arrived. 4pp.

51 22 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 Will write when sending money. 2pp.

52 23 March Holograph letter from L. Forde, Booterstown, to Kirby: 1871 Received rescript. Explains some confusing details about dispensation. 6pp.

53 27 March Holograph letter from David Barry, St. Patrick's College, 1871 Carlow, to Kirby: Asks for a Certificate of First Tonsure and other testimonials. 4pp.

54 30 March Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, Mullingar, to Kirby: 1871 Requests Dr. Kirby's prayers. 4pp.

55 30 March Holograph letter from British Consulate, Rome, to Kirby: 1871 Requires ages of British subjects in Irish College. 1p.

56 30 March Holograph letter from + J. Power, St. John's, to Kirby: Asks 1871 the renewal of the Feast of St. Peter and Paul as a Holiday of Obligation. 4pp.

57 31 March Holograph letter from Fr. Franco Saverio, Min-Provinciale, 1871 Congregazione, to Kirby: Will celebrate the Masses for which stipends have been given as soon as possible. 1p.

1053 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

58 31 March Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to 1871 Kirby: Acknowledges receipt of subscription on behalf of Pope. 1p.

59 31 March Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Sir 1871 James Power does not frequent the Sacraments. Irish political situation is improving. 2pp.

60 31 March Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Armagh, to Kirby: 1871 Requests dispensation to re-elect superioress of Convent of Mercy, Dundalk. Also, enclosing handwritten petition from Dundalk nuns, [26 December 1870]. 2 items.

61 1 April , 1871 Holograph letter from Mother Abbess, Drumshambo, Leitrim, to Kirby: Requests documents left in Dr. Kirby's charge by Dr. McCabe, late Bishop. 3pp.

62 1 April 1871 Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Firenze, to Kirby: Sends money to be given to Sr. Maria. 3pp.

63 2 April 1871 Holograph letter from [Sr. ], [Rome], to Kirby: Penitent sinner requests Dr. Kirby's prayers. 4pp.

64 3 April 1871 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Sends annual contribution to Pope. Cardinal Barnabo ill. 2pp.

65 6 April 1871 Holograph letter from Anna Vincent, Hotel Victoria, to Kirby: Refers to letter of introduction from Cardinal Cullen. Anxious to see Pope. 2pp.

65 a 7 April 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Regarding Miss White, painter and illustrator. Regarding Chaldean Bishop [impostor] visiting Cork. [With pasted cutting from Freeman's Journal on the Chaldean Bishop.] 3pp.

1054 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

66 9 April 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Addolorata, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for twenty francs. 1p.

67 11 April 1871 Holograph letter from Anna R. Bennett [Gladstone's cousin], to Kirby: The letter of Gladstone [Premier] to her son, J.J. Bennett, on hearing his mother had become a Catholic. 3pp.

68 11 April 1871 Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: Wants leave to have V. Rev. Horgan as confessor to nuns for another period. Ordained M. Barton. His Roman priests' constitutions are impaired. 4pp.

69 12 April 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his charity. New Bishop consecrated. 4pp.

70 12 April 1871 Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Kirby: Desires a hair from the Pope's head as a relic. Instructed a student of the Collegio Urbano to call on Dr. Kirby prior to his return to Pittsburgh. 4pp.

71 12 April 1871 Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to present his letter to Cardinal Barnabo. In it suggestions of priests for missionary work. State of Rome. Various domestic troubles. 4pp.

72 13 April 1871 Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: Sends a country parish's offering for the Pope to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

72 a 16 April 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. Dr. Conroy consecrated in Longford. £2,000 collected by ladies for Pope. 4pp.

1055 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

73 17 April 1871 Holograph letter from + J. O'Mahony, New South Wales, Armadale, to Kirby: Has arrived after delay. Many duties to perform immediately in his new diocese. Promulgated decrees of Council regarding Infallibility etc. 4pp.

74 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating.]

75 17-23 April Holograph letter from Pietro Ragazzini, Lettore dell Sem. 1871 Romano, to Kirby: Concerns the meeting of Rectors of foreign colleges to protest to the Italian Government against the dangers to the Seminario Romano. Asks his support to make representations to the Italian Government about the financial support of the Seminary. Now Enclosed - Handwritten reply by [Kirby] and holograph letter from Ragazzini to Kirby, expressing gratitude. 3 items.

76 19 April 1871 Holograph letter from Alessandrina Crotti di Castigliale, Cureo, Piemonte, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to send a relic as a favour. 4pp.

77 19 April 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks. Bishop consecrated. Money for Masses. 4pp.

78 20 April 1871 Holograph letter from Pietro Ragazzini, Sem. Romano, to Kirby: In reply to Dr. Kirby sends a small offering. [Missing May 2006.]

79 20 April 1871 Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, to Kirby: Acknowledges receipt on behalf of Pope of the contribution from Kerry. 1p.

80 22 April 1871 Holograph letter from + James F. Wood, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Introduces a Mr. Sinnott to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

1056 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

81 23 April 1871 Holograph letter from Pietro Ragazzini, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for signing the last protest and for his generous help. [Now enclosed and digitised with KIR/1871/75]

82 23 April 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. of St. Rose, Drumshambo, Co. Leitrim, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby. Discusses new Bishop, Dr. Conroy. Solicits his advice and prayers. 11pp.

83 23 April 1871 Holograph letter from Dr Tobias. Kirby, to Lord Granard [marked 'not sent']: Concerning spoliation of Roman College schools by 'this robbing government'. A word to His Lordship's foreign minister might ease the situation. 4pp

84 24 April 1871 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Sends £500 tribute to Holy Father. 2pp.

85 24 April 1871 Holograph letter from + Carfagnini, Terranova, to Kirby: Will pay poor student's pension who is unable to do so himself. 2pp.

86 27 April 1871 Holograph letter from John A. Grainger, Rome, to Kirby: Wishes Dr. Kirby to arrange an audience with Pope. 2pp.

87 28 April 1871 Handwritten copy letter from W.E. Gladstone, [11 Carlton House Terrace, London], to Mrs. B [Bennett], [his cousin]: After her conversion to Catholic Church. 2pp.

88 28 April 1871 Holograph letter from Cureo, Piemonte, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for images and solicits prayers. 4pp.

89 30 April 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. [], [Rome], to Kirby: Penitent sinner asks Dr. Kirby's prayers and states her intention of living holily. 4pp.

1057 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

90 2 May 1871 Holograph letter from + William Keane of Cloyne, to Kirby: Sends annual tribute to Pope. Inquires about certain orations in the Mass. 4pp.

90 a 3 May 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: After visiting every district but one of the diocese, he has good news to give.He has every prospect of being able to maintain services of Marist Fathers. He has already collected £1,200 for convent buildings. So far, the nuns have been able to support themselves. Has succeeded in withdrawing almost all the children from Government schools. Further diocesan news. 4pp.

91 4 May 1871 Holograph letter from A.M.A. Westlake, Hanwell, Middlesex, to Kirby: Glad that Dr. Kirby is well. Asks his prayers. 2pp.

92 8 May 1871 Holograph letter from + John L. Furlong, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: Sends special collection for Pope to Dr. Kirby. Enclosing - Handwritten copy of an address, 7 May 1871. 2 items.

93 9 May 1871 Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: Desires various renewals of dispensations. Expresses gratitude for Holy Father's personal letter. Miscellaneous references. Enclosing - Clipping from 'Galway Vindication' - Pope's letter, 17 April 1871. 2 items.

94 11 May 1871 Holograph letter from Michael Mulcahy, Ashford, Co. Limerick, to Kirby: Discharges debt to Dr. Kirby for kindness. 2pp.

1058 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

94 a 11 May 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: Brief note to catch the mail. Sad news of Dr. Grimley's death, difficult to find a successor. Has received two letters from other New Zealand Bishops recalling their priests. 'the loss of four excellent and energetic priests is a very great loss '. Asks if Dr. Ford can help. Writer has not yet the means to defray expenses of priests from Ireland, but he has no doubt that once the people know that there are priests ready to come they will supply the money. Begs Dr. Ford to find him priests. 4pp.

95 a 12 May 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: Regarding need of priests, would Dr. Ford [if he can find 'a priest or two'] pay their expenses and call on writer for the amount. He feels sure he will have the money by the time the priests arrive. Has written long letter to Cardinal Cullen, giving him a detailed report on the diocese. Three Marist priests have been recalled and Dr. Croke has withdrawn Fr. Norris. This leaves four priests [+ Dr. Moran] to do the work of the diocese. Gives details of needs - churches poorly furnished, only a few Catholic schools. He is not very hopeful of any great success, or 'of any immediate great progress for our Holy religion'. Regarding land problems. 9pp.

95 12 May 1871 Holograph letter from + W. Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Refers to £500 forwarded. Seeks dispensation for mixed marriage. 3pp.

96 12 May 1871 Fragment handwritten letter from [Kirby's niece], Caldwell, New Jersey, to Kirby: Family affairs. Thanks for various items. Asks Dr. Kirby's advice regarding divorce and bringing family up as Catholics. 4pp.

97 14 May 1871 Holograph letter from Martin Crane, O.S. A., Provincial, John Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Forwards to Dr. Kirby an important letter from the Bishop of Melbourne to be transmitted to Cardinal Antonelli. 3pp.

1059 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

98 13 May 1871 Holograph letter from + George Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: States the position of the diocese as regards debts to be paid from the money left by late bishop in the hands of Dr. Kirby. Seeks dispensation. 4pp.

99 15 May 1871 Holograph letter from+ G. Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his good offices. Asks him to effect a change in his mensal parishes. Concerning convent and college of St. Mel. [Postscript is fragmented. One part missing.] 6pp.

100 17 May 1871 Holograph letter from Archibald Douglas, Scotland, to Kirby: His luggage has arrived safely in London. Thanks Dr. Kirby on behalf of mother and sister. Entrusts two letters to Dr. Kirby's care. 4pp.

101 17 May 1871 Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: The Pope thanks the people of Enniscorthy for their felicitations and donation on the occasion of his birthday. 1p.

102 18 May 1871 Holograph letter from Eliza Butler, Blackrock, Dublin, to Kirby: Family matters. 4pp.

103 19 May 1871 Holograph letter from C. Barluzzi, Rome, to Kirby: Dr. Kirby is asked to preside at a 'rural workers' meeting'. 1p.

104 19 May 1871 Holograph letter from Francesco V. [], [], to Kirby: Recommends a certain man to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

105 21 May 1871 Printed form with handwritten insertions from [], Direttrice degli Esercizi, Rome, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to act as confessor. 2pp.

1060 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

106 22 May 1871 Holograph letter from + James Quinn, Cavendish Square, London, to Kirby: Lost Dr. Kirby's letter to the Cardinal. Explains how. Failed to see imprisoned Archbishop. 2pp.

107 29 May 1871 Holograph letter from E. Kelly, Lisburn, to Kirby: Received rescripts safely. Forwarded them to Archbishop. 3pp.

108 30 May 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: Sends another half-note. Sister of hers in Australia very ill. Prayers solicited. 3pp.

109 31 May 1871 Holograph letter from A.W. Mc [Kennedy], Hotel de Paris, Aix, France, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Dr. Kirby has thrown a new light on a letter which he had uncharitably judged. Various domestic troubles, especially conversion of his adopted child. Accounts of pleasant sojourns in various places. 8pp.

109 a 31 May 1871 Holograph letter from + Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: News from Dr. Croke, Auckland. Need to do something about Ossory [The Cardinal has written]. 4pp.

110 May Fragment handwritten letter from [], St. Joseph's Presbytery, Dunedin, to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to send priest expelled or suppressed in Rome to Dunedin which is in dire need. Hopes Catholic nations will succour the Pope. Bishop has tremendous Presbyterian opposition. Has only four priests in the diocese. [Letter incomplete - possibly +P Moran of Dunedin or Kirby's nephew - see KIR/1871/94a and /95a] 4pp.

111 May Holograph letter from [G O], to Kirby: Thanks for favours 'Ascension received. Has promised statues and an altar for deliverance Day' of friend in Paris. 4pp.

112 1 June 1871 Calling card with holograph note from Anna Maria Von Oer, to Kirby: Left pen, in gratitude for all he has said. 2pp

1061 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

113 3 June 1871 Printed circular with handwritten additions from "La Commissione" of the Secret Chamberlains, Roma, to Kirby: Asks an offering to make a special presentation to the Pope. 1p.

114 5 June 1871 Holograph letter from James Roche, P.P., Wexford, to Kirby: Is using every exertion to complete the new parochial churches of Wexford. Asks for a dispensation to place honoraria of Masses offered in this fund. 3pp.

115 7 June 1871 Holograph letter from + John J. Lynch, Toronto, to Kirby: Says that Archbishop of St. Louis has retracted and made a Profession of Faith. Asks Dr. Kirby to make this known to Cardinals Barnabo and de Angelis, along with sending this letter. 4pp.

116 8 June 1871 Holograph letter from Anna Agata [Minckarly], Dresden, to Kirby: Directs a friend of hers who is going to Rome to call on Dr. Kirby. Asks him to pray for her etc. 3pp.

117 9 June 1871 Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's, to Kirby: Received paper. Enquires whether the Feast of SS. Peter and Paul be observed as a Holiday of Obligation in Harbour Grace and Halifax. Had a wonderful Marian Procession. 4pp.

118 9 June 1871 Holograph letter from G. de Stacpoole, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to have the Cardinal himself present the letter to the Pope. Various personal items. [Missing May 2006.]

119 9 June 1871 Holograph letter from M. Goold, Rockhampton, Surrey, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to pray that Ireland be consecrated to the Sacred Heart. Wishes to obtain indulgences for certain prayers. Her Roman Bank is to forward £30 to him for Holy Father. 4pp.

1062 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

120 9 June 1871 Holograph letter from + James McDevitt, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to use his influence in procuring certain charges in the parishes allotted to him for his private upkeep. 3pp.

121 10 June 1871 Holograph letter from + G. Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: Received cheque safely. Explains sorry state of St. Mel's College. Received money and land on which to build convents. 4pp.

122 11 June 1871 Holograph letter from + John MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: Has had Holy Father's letter published. Regarding certain candidates for Bishoprics. There is much emigration to America. 3pp.

123 14 June 1871 Holograph letter from M. O'Connor, S. J., Baltimore, to Kirby: Introduces a prospective pilgrim, Mr. F.X. Brennan. 1p.

124 14 June 1871 Holograph letter from Anastasia [D.A. Hassett], [Rome], to Kirby: Requires a ticket for Pope's Mass. 3pp.

124 a 15 June 1871 Holograph letter from + Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: The "Ladies' Address to the Pope".

125 16 June 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: Asks for dispensation from Vow of Chastity for young man. 2pp.

126 16 June 1871 Holograph letter from Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindnesses to him in Rome. Various personal references. 5pp.

127 16 June 1871 Holograph letter from Charles C. Barr, to Kirby: Sends article from brother's paper. 3pp.

1063 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

128 22 June 1871 Holograph letter from Mrs. O'Donnell, Longford, to Kirby: Money for Masses from O'Donnell, Keegan, Mahon. 1p.

129 22 June 1871 Holograph letter from Cont. Allesandrina di Camburzano, Cureo, to Kirby: Asks for prayers for ailing rector. 4pp.

130 23 June 1871 Holograph letter from A. Grant, Collegio Scozzese, Rome, to Kirby: Regarding contribution from rectors. 1p.

131 23 June 1871 Holograph letter from P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Statue of group is complete. Forwards money with directions for its use. Personal items. 3pp.

132 24 June 1871 Holograph letter from Mary A. of the Cross, Via Gesu e Maria, [Rome], to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his presence in the Vatican. Wishes to enrol students as monthly communicants to help Holy Father in his struggle. 4pp.

133 25 June 1871 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, Baltinglas, Co. Wicklow, to Kirby: Did Blessed Virgin's eyes move at a picture of Pio Nono? Asks for a Rosary blessed especially for hour of death. 4pp.

134 26 June 1871 Holograph letter from A. Santinelli, American College, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for money received to defray expenses of presentation to Pope. 1p.

135 27 June 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Alice, St. Mary's Asylum, Norfolk, to Kirby: Hopes Dr. Kirby has arrived safely. 4pp.

136 28 June 1871 Holograph letter from Fr. Franco Saverio, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for stipends and alms [Italian]. 1p.

137 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating.]

1064 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

138 30 June 1871 Holograph letter from M. Goold, Rockhampton, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for having obtained Holy Father's Blessing. 3pp.

139 30 June 1871 Holograph letter, acting for Bishop Edward McDonald, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Seeks a marriage dispensation. 4pp.

140 1 July 1871 Holograph letter from + W. Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Seeks marriage dispensation. Refers to plight of Holy Father. 3pp.

141 3 July 1871 Holograph letter from Joseph Kearns, Derrytagh, to Kirby: Asks whether it is safe to return to Rome to continue his studies. 3pp.

142 4 July 1871 Holograph letter "written on printed circular to his clergy, from + James Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Is Order of Bank of England secure mode of forwarding money? 2pp.

142 a 4 July 1871 Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Connecticut, to Kirby: Personal letter from niece.

142 b 5 July 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: Regarding lack of letters - only one to date, from Mother Rose in last mail from England. Clergy now number four [including writer] to care for about 7,000 people [last census gave 6,450]. Has written a Relatio of his visitation for Cardinal Barnabo and hopes it reaches Propaganda safely. Dissatisfaction felt over diocesan boundaries. People in Canterbury and Westland want to belong to his diocese. Bishop of Wellington is a good man but French, and writer does not think he is 'quite the sort of man who should be there just now'. Most of his clergy are French, while the people are chiefly Irish. Writer looks 'upon it as a very serious loss indeed that the Bishops of Wellington are not English or Irish men'. Puzzled to know what to do about students for the diocese. Asks advice and help. Thinks he could pay at least £50 p.a. for students. 4pp.

1065 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

143 7 July 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Longford, to Kirby: Explains some mysterious situations. Removed from Convent. Personal items. 4pp.

144 7 July 1871 Holograph letter from Mary F. Kirby, to Kirby: Begs Dr. Kirby for his photograph. 2pp.

145 8 July 1871 Holograph letter from G. Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: The Pope grants the favour to Dr. Kirby. 1p.

146 8 July 1871 Holograph circular letter from A. Grant, Scots College, Rome, to Kirby: The rectors of foreign colleges, asking them to a meeting in the American College to discuss matters of mutual safety. 2pp

147 10 July 1871 Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, to Kirby: Writing to Dr. Kirby after taking up post in Auckland. Very large. Faithful scattered. 4pp.

148 11 July 1871 Holograph letter from Rev. M. Cody, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Can he send Papal Collection through Dr. Kirby. With handwritten addition, by Kirby, he responded "seems you may". 1p.

149 12 July 1871 Holograph letter from Hugh Murray, Kingstown [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Just a note about political matters in Rome. 4pp

149 a 12 July 1871 Holograph letter from + Moran, Dublin, to Don Giacomo, Fr. James [Maher]: Telling him about the illness of his brother. 2pp.

150 17 July 1871 Telegram, to Kirby, from Bishop of Clonfert: Urgent dispensation requested. Includes handwritten addition [by Kirby], stating that he has just sent the item.

1066 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

151 14 July 1871 Holograph letter from + E.J., Bishop of Kingston, to Kirby: Introduces Fr. Roche to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

152 12 May - 16 Two holograph letters from + M. Flannery, Killaloe, to July 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for faculties. Sends dimissorial letters. Wrote to Cardinal Barnabo concerning co-adjutor who has died. Requires other faculties. 7pp.

153 18 July 1871 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Booterstown, to Kirby: Requires renewal of faculties for himself and another. Mentions debating activities on matrimonial matters. 7pp.

154 21 July 1871 Holograph letter from A.M. Bennett, Bromborough, Chester, to Kirby: Replying to Dr. Kirby's letter. Wants to show what great things Catholic faith has done to her. 10pp.

155 21 July 1871 Holograph letter from + J. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Wants Dr. Kirby to enquire how certain marbles are cut in Rome. Wants books and finally a rescript. Now Enclosed - Handwritten draft letter from Kirby to [], regarding marble [Italian]. 2 items.

156 21 July 1871 Holograph letter from James Maher [Vice Rector], [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: A week's notice will find him at his post. 3pp.

157 21 July 1871 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces an eminent Professor of Medicine, Dr. Quinlan. 1p.

158 22 July 1871 Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stonington, Connecticut, to Kirby: Rejoiced to receive letter from Dr. Kirby. According to a New York paper, Rome is in festive attire celebrating the formal occupation. Asks for a photograph of himself. [Missing May 2006.]

1067 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

159 23 July 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Addolorata, S. Nicola de [Lorenesi], acknowledges receipt of 25 francs. 2pp.

160 23 July 1871 Holograph letter from John Mulqueen, Administrator, St. Michael's, Limerick, to Kirby: Applies for marriage dispensation. 3pp.

161 24 July 1871 Holograph letter from B. Eyre, Glasgow, to Kirby: Introduces some persons, [Mr. and Mrs. Bernascorie]. 2pp.

162 25 July 1871 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: God definitely wishes her to remain Superioress. 4pp.

163 26 July 1871 Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, Summerhill, to Kirby: Thanks for papers. Speaks of Roman question. Bishop has finished College. 3pp.

164 26 July 1871 Holograph letter from William J. Fitzpatrick, Stillorgan, Dublin, to Kirby: Requires dates of John Lannigan's D.D. academic distinction. 3pp.

165 26 July 1871 Telegram from Paul Cardinal Cullen, London, to Kirby: Invite Cardinal Tranchi to centenary. 1p.

166 27 July 1871 Holograph letter from John Colter, Clonmel, to Kirby: Enclosed £50 cheque for David O'Mara. Will Dr. Kirby ask his bishop to allow him to retain him. 4pp.

167 28 July 1871 Holograph letter from + G. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Sends diocesan offering to Holy Father. Pays for his student, Mr. Ryan. 4pp.

168 29 July 1871 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Do not bother about volume 'De Deo'. 1p.

1068 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

169 1 August Holograph letter from A. de la Hoyd, Queen Street, Dublin, 1871 to Kirby: Will Dr. Kirby kindly draw his pension from the Vatican in his stead. 3pp.

170 1 August Holograph letter from Sr. Elizabeth Mary Clare, Nice, to 1871 Kirby: Asks for a packet of their valuable papers which lie in St. Vincent de Paul's on Monte Citorio. 2pp.

171 2 August Holograph letter from Annunziata Paggi, to Kirby: Makes 1871 preparations for coming to confession etc. [Italian] 4pp.

171 a 3 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to + Ford: 1871 Acknowledges Dr. Ford's letter and 'encouraging words'. Tells of troubles with priests, one of whom seems 'very determined to fill the purse of his society'. Argument with this man over piece of land writer desired to buy for the Church. Writer is sure 'no ordinarily good secular priest' would so act. Regarding a Fr. Donovan, who has disagreed with his own bishop, and wants to come to Dunedin. Various bishops speak well of him. 8pp.

172 3 August Holograph letter from Pietro [Avanzino], Societas 1871 Principum Apostolorum, Rome, to Kirby: Sends required volumes and promises to send the rest personally to the Bishop. 1p.

173 4 August Holograph letter from William Canon O'Sullivan, Cork, to 1871 Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby to present testimonial to Holy Father. 2pp.

174 4 August Holograph letter from James Maher, Clounstown, Tara, to 1871 Kirby: Authorization to endorse money bill. 4pp.

1069 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

174 a 4 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Council should be excellent. Prince of Wales' visit. Ladies' address signed first by Teresa Bulfin, the Lady Mayoress, then by Marchioness of Londonderry, Lady Granard, etc. etc. Send the reply to Mrs. Teresa Bulfin. 4pp.

175 5 August Holograph letter from W. Winchester, Casa dei Tirreni, [], 1871 to Kirby: Received address. 2pp.

176 5 August Holograph letter from Matilda Bentivoglio, [], to Kirby: 1871 Received images of Sacred Heart and lets Dr. Kirby know their price. [Italian] 2pp.

176 a 7 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Peter's 1871 Pence = £2,200 - to be presented with Ladies' Address. Prince of Wales' visit. 2pp.

177 8 August Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Sends 1871 collection for the Pope. 1p.

178 8 August Holograph letter from + M. Lanigan, Maitland, to Kirby: 1871 Has visited every part of his diocese. 4pp.

179 9 August Holograph letter from Michael Cody, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1871 Sends delayed Papal Collection. 4pp.

180 10 August Holograph letter from Mariano [Pacifici], Tivoli, to Kirby: 1871 Will supply the College with bread. 2pp.

181 10 August Holograph letter from + Daniel Murphy, Hobarton, to 1871 Kirby: Sends address to the Pope through Dr. Kirby. Also report of public meeting. 4pp.

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182 11 August Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1871 Sends Papal Collection. Seeks release from vow for young man. 3pp.

183 12 August Holograph letter from + E. Walsh, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1871 Sends Papal Collection. Sentiments of affection for His Holiness. 3pp.

184 14 August Holograph letter from Dr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, Roma, 1871 to Kirby: [Italian] thanks Dr. Kirby for his Feast-Day felicitations. 3pp.

185 18 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 About to begin building new convent. 4pp.

186 19 August Holograph letter from G. Contini, Rome, to Kirby: Reminds 1871 Dr. Kirby of the day on which he is to present himself in the Pope's ante-room. 1p.

187 20 August Holograph letter from Catherine J. Sheil, Ursuline Convent, 1871 Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his kind attentions. 4pp.

188 21 August Holograph letter from Alessandrina Contessa di [C.], to 1871 Kirby: Speaks of that most-desired victory. Now attached holograph letter of 21 September 1871, from Alessandrina Contessa di [C.], to Kirby: In gratitude. 2 items.

189 22 August Holograph letter from Plowden and Co., Rome, to Kirby: 1871 The equivalent of £1,463-9-2 is being held at Dr. Kirby's disposal for presentation to Pope. 2pp.

190 a 25 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Home 1871 Rule - in extenso. 4pp.

1071 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

190 25 August Handwritten letter signed by G. Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, 1871 to Kirby: Acknowledges receipt of £500 from Bishop Walshe. 1p.

191 28 August Holograph letter from Mary X. Lynch, Presentation 1871 Convent, Harbour Grace, Canada, to 'My dearest James' [Fr. Maher]: Bitterly complains of Bishop's misdemeanours. 4pp

191 a 29 August Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: 1871 Writer has obtained three additional priests, 'superior men, too'. He would like more, however. Priest now left finally [after threat of censures], handed over his accounts to writer, who finds to his amazement that since 1861 the priest had received more than £1,700 some years and more than £1,400 other years, and yet when he went he took everything with him, even to the altar stone. As far as he was concerned, the people were left without means of having Mass said. He was a Marist, and all the Marists acted in a similar way. A secular priest too went, taking with him more than £600 and not leaving even a chalice or any vestments for the district he left. Needs stated. Nuns working well, though want of a suitable house is great obstacle. However, as soon as church is enlarged, he will build them a convent. 4pp.

192 30 August Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Firenze, to Kirby: 1871 Seeks financial advice from Dr. Kirby. Talks of Rome's invasion. 3pp.

193 1 September Holograph letter from M. Quinlan, Hotel della Minerva, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby on departure from Rome. 1p.

194 1 September Holograph letter from + G. Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 Will follow Dr. Kirby's advice regarding Chapter. Difficulties about Convent where Rev. Mother has ecstasies and revelations from Our Lord. 6pp.

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195 1 September Holograph letter from + James Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1871 Forwards a further £1,000 of diocesan contribution. 1pp.

196 2 September Holograph letter from Contessa Alessandrina, Fossano, 1871 Piemonte, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his good offices. 4pp.

197 5 September Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1871 Forwards postage expenses. 1p.

198 6 September Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1871 to Kirby: Received documents for Lord Granard by mistake. Seeks dispensations. 4pp.

199 7 September Holograph letter from Mary Toner, Lurgan, to Kirby: Asks 1871 Dr. Kirby to contribute to their Bazaar in aid of church building. 4pp.

200 7 September Holograph letter from Granard, Johnstown Castle, to Kirby: 1871 Will Dr. Kirby lay at the Pope's feet their sentiments of loyalty and affection. 3pp.

201 8 September Holograph letter from Luiga Ma. Caravani Priora, Zagarolo, 1871 to Kirby: He received the book late. [Italian] 3pp.

202 10 September Handwritten note from [] Mereurelli, Rome, to Kirby: He 1871 has the object mentioned before, asking him to come to him when returned. 1p.

203 12 September Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Addolorata del S. 1871 Redentore, to Kirby: They have no need of bed-stands and messenger will be given them on calling. 3pp.

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204 15 September Holograph letter from + W. Keane of Cloyne, Cobh, to 1871 Kirby: Entrusts Bishop Croke's letter for Cardinal Barnabo to Dr. Kirby. Will not send students to Rome this year. 4pp.

205 16 September Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1871 Sends diocesan contribution. Mr. Rogers is returning to Rome, as he is now quite well. 3pp.

206 17 September Holograph letter from + D. McGettigan, Armagh, to Kirby: 1871 Propaganda has not received his letter. Contribution. 4pp.

207 19 September Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Blackrock, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for money and kindness. 4pp.

207 a 19 November Holograph letter from + M. Flannery, Paris, to Kirby: Asks 1871 Dr. Kirby to accept return of Mr. O'Halloran, highly recommended by Dean Kenny. 3pp.

208 20 September Holograph letter from H. O'Callaghan, [M. Parzio], with 1871 handwritten comment by Kirby, to Kirby: His student going to England had already left when card arrived. No further opportunity. 2pp.

209 24 September Fragment handwritten letter from [], [], to Kirby: 1871 Discourses on his spiritual life. Animadversions on meditations. [Italian] 4pp.

210 25 September Holograph letter from James McKenna, P.P., Lurgan, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for contribution to bazaar. 2pp.

211 26 September Holograph letter from Anna Maria Von Oer, Dresden, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for kindness. Comments about her family, one brother is a seminarian, others ought to fight for the Pope. Asking for relics for her family. 4pp.

1074 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

212 26 September Holograph letter from Anna de Minchevily, nee Soule, 1871 [Pillnitz], to Kirby: Maria and Bertha have both left Europe. Had a very eventful crossing to America. 4pp.

212 a 27 September Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: 1871 Sends by same mail newspapers which will tell Dr. Ford something of writer's Education campaign in Wellington. A new Bill is before the Colonial Legislature and the 'battle is to be fought now or never'. Reports of his sermons and lectures are far from accurate, but the substance of his teaching can be got from them. Hopes it will be found to be orthodox. His determined opposition has had good effect already. It is now 'admitted on all hands that Catholic schools must be aided'. Naturally, not everyone is pleased [not even all Catholics], but he has never allowed a word against the Church to go unchallenged. Church of England 'though herself afraid to stir, is delighted' and wishing him Godspeed. The Marists have gone, leaving the diocese 'bare and naked', having taken everything with them. Regarding further discussions over land he wishes to buy. Everywhere he hears complaints against Marists. 'A great opportunity has been lost through mismanagement.' Asks Dr. Ford to send chalices, vestments. 8pp.

213 29 September Holograph letter from Lord Granville, Walmer Castle, Deal, 1871 to Lord Granard: Regards defence of rights of Irish College. No need for apprehension. 7pp.

214 30 September Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1871 Forwards remainder of diocesan balance. 2pp.

215 30 September Holograph letter from Sr. Elizabeth M. Clare, Mont Boron, 1871 Nice, to Kirby: Has ascertained that the valuable papers were lost on Mgr. Talbot becoming mentally ill. Must write for duplicates to Propaganda. 3pp.

1075 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

216 2 October Holograph letter from L. Forde, Booterstown, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for obtaining paper for him. Troublesome marriage case for which Cardinal has authorized him to apply for dispensation. 4pp.

216 a 4 October Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Asking 1871 Dr. Kirby to put in a good word to get him out of the Ossory predicament. He knew only one P.P. there, whom he had met in Dublin on business - Dean MacDonald. 3pp.

217 5 October Holograph letter from W. Canon O'Sullivan, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for Papal Address on behalf of Ladies of Cork. Enclosing cutting from Cork Examiner dated 5/10/1871. 2 items.

218 5 October Holograph letter from Sr. Elizabeth M. Clare, Mont Boron, 1871 Nice, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his kind protection. Explains Order's existence in Nice for the benefit of Cardinal Patrizi. 3pp.

219 5 October Holograph letter from Granard, to Cardinal Archbishop of 1871 Dublin: It seems necessary to send abstract of title to British Legation. Since it is merely an inquiry, as Lord Granville says, there is no harm in giving the B.L. all available evidence. [Originally enclosing KIR/1871/213]

220 7 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Sends 1871 money for private use of Dr. Kirby and also to defray expense of a certain volume. 3pp.

221 8 October Holograph letter from + Edward of Ossory, [Kilkenny], to 1871 Kirby: Requires some canonical information. Enclosing cutting from Kilkenny Journal of 20 September 1871 on the new co-adjutor. 2 items.

1076 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

222 10 October Holograph letter from Contessa di Camburzano, Piemonte, 1871 to Kirby: Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain a certain book for her. 4pp.

223 11 October Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1871 Sends supplementary contribution. 1p.

224 11 October Holograph letter from D.A.M. Passella, O.S. B., Zagarola, 1871 to Kirby: Deputizes in sending 'ossequi'. 2pp.

225 12 October Holograph letter from D. Alberico M. Passetta O.S. B., 1871 Subiaco, to Kirby: Dr. Kirby's letter has given her great consolation. 1p.

226 14 October Holograph letter from James Maher, Clounstown, to Kirby: 1871 Is leaving for Rome with two students. 2pp.

227 15 October Holograph letter from B. Stanislaus White, Via S. Giovanni, 1871 Rome, to Kirby: He is not going to Ireland and so cannot do him a service. 2pp.

228 15 October Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: Letter 1871 and cases arrived. Encloses bank note for balance due. 2pp.

229 18 October Holograph letter from Sr. [], [], to Kirby: Has not received 1871 desired article. [Italian] 3pp.

230 19 October Holograph letter from Eilie O'Connell Hayes nee Fitzsimon, 1871 [Dun Laoghaire], to Kirby: Asks prayers for her two eldest daughters, great-granddaughters of the Liberator, who are to receive First Communion. 4pp.

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231 19 October Holograph letter from Sr. Bernard, Longford, to Kirby: All 1871 about the new convent. Now attached handwritten letter from Fr. Franco Saveriom to Kirby concerning Mass stipends [marked 'for Rev. Mother, Longford']. 2 items.

232 20 October Holograph letter from Peter Paul M. Swiney, Dublin, to 1871 Kirby: Introduces a London friend to Dr. Kirby. 3pp.

233 21 October Holograph letter from [G.J. Di Cavalini], [Veroti], to Kirby: 1871 Where will he meet the student who has been entrusted with the picture from Rome? [Italian] 3pp.

234 21 October Holograph letter from P. McMahon, P.P., Kildysart, 1871 Killaloe, to Kirby: Wants a marriage dispensation. Enclosing holograph undertaking by prospective spouse to bring up children in Catholic faith. 2 items.

235 24 October Holograph letter from Sr. [], to Kirby: Spiritual 1871 unhappiness. Wants Dr. Kirby to absolve her. [Italian] 4pp.

236 24 October Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks for letter and faculties. 1p.

237 25 October Holograph letter from [G.J. Di Cavalini], Tivoli, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for safe arrival of letter and parcel. [Italian] 1p.

238 25 October Handwritten letter, signed by G. Cardinal Antonelli, to 1871 Kirby: Acknowledges receipt of Contribution. 1p.

239 25 October Holograph letter from John Rigney, Ballinasloe, to Kirby: 1871 Asks Dr. Kirby to forward Pallium of Archbishop of Sydney to him in Ireland. 4pp.

1078 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

240 25 October Holograph letter from B. Fitzpatrick, Holy Cross Seminary, 1871 to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for everything. Enquires about a certain book. 2pp.

241 25 October Holograph letter from E.A. Cotter, P.P., Charleville, Co. 1871 Cork, to Kirby: Asks for a dispensation. 2pp.

242 25 October Holograph letter from + Henry Carfagnini, Harbour Grace, 1871 Newfoundland, to Kirby: There has been some miscarriage of the money he sent to Ireland. 1p.

243 27 October Holograph letter from + Geo. Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: 1871 Tokens for Masses. 4pp.

244 27 October Holograph letter from + James McDevitt, Letterkenny, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for forwarding Pope's letter. Asks for certain faculties. 3pp.

245 28 October Holograph letter from Sr. Elizabeth M. Clare, Mont Baron, 1871 Nice, to Kirby: Will write petition again regarding clothing first novice in Rome. 1p.

246 29 October Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, Baltinglass, Co. 1871 Wicklow, to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby for the loan of a few pounds. 4pp.

247 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating.]

247 a 31 October Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Distressing news from France. 3pp.

248 2 November Holograph letter from Mary Toner, Lurgan, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for his donation to bazaar. 3pp.

1079 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

249 2 November Holograph letter from Mrs. J.W. Lyon, [niece], West Van 1871 Buren St., Chicago, to Kirby: Terrible conflagration in Chicago. Business at a standstill. Out of work. 3pp.

250 2 November Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1871 Kirby: Sending a student to Rome, Eugene Rickard. 2pp.

251 3 November Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty of Kilmore, 1871 Cavan, to Kirby: Sends diocesan contribution and speaks of sojourn in Rome. 4pp.

252 5 November Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1871 Faculties have arrived. Speaks of expected episcopal appointment etc. 4pp.

253 5 November Holograph letter from [Ca A. de Sin], Rome, to Kirby: 1871 Regarding the sending of the copy of 'Album Monumentale' to Dr. Leahy and its cost. [Italian]. 1p.

254 6 November Holograph letter from + Patrick Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1871 Wants faculties to erect 'The Way of the Cross' throughout diocese. 2pp.

255 6 November Holograph letter from Eliza Butler, Dublin, [niece], to 1871 Kirby: Elly has finally sailed. Personal. 4pp.

256 6 November Holograph letter from + William Keane of Cloyne, Cobh, to 1871 Kirby: Directions as to the use of burses. Concerning Rome and the Pope. 4pp.

257 7 November Holograph letter from + J. Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1871 Received Holy Father's letter. Question of Education to be discussed in Parliament. 1p.

1080 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

258 7 November Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, Merrion Square, Dublin, 1871 to Kirby: Petition regarding orphanage requires attention of Pope. It needs a Catholic Church. Discusses matter in detail. 7pp.

259 7 November Holograph letter from [P.M. Kirby., O.M.I.], Inchicore, 1871 Dublin, to Kirby: Wants renewal of faculties to bless objects for himself and other members of community. 3pp.

260 8 November Holograph letter from M. Bennett, Elizabeth St., Liverpool, 1871 to Kirby: Concerning Bethy's First Communion etc. 7pp.

261 8 November Holograph letter from Mother Luisa del Cuor di Gesu, 1871 Urbano, to Kirby: Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Kirby. [Italian] 2pp.

262 9 November Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1871 Requires information regarding backing agate and treating alabaster. 2pp.

263 10 November Holograph letter from W. Mansell, [], to Kirby: Wanted 1871 permission for celebration of Midnight Mass and Communion in domestic chapel. 4pp

264 11 November Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Again 1871 sends particulars of information required for church decorations. 4pp.

264 a 11 November Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Petition of Dr. Todd who cares for Irish orphans in London. 2pp.

264 b 11 November Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Introducing Mr. Kerns for Propaganda [and Maitland]. 1p.

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265 13 November Holograph letter from Contessa Alessandrina, Fossano, to 1871 Kirby: Wants an introduction through Dr. Kirby to the new bishop of Fossano. Various items. [Italian] 4pp.

266 13 November Holograph letter from C. Conetti, to Kirby: Takes 1871 opportunity of his Rector's return to Rome to look into his affairs. 1p.

267 13 November Holograph letter from Sr. [], [name obliterated], to Kirby: 1871 Discusses his spiritual condition. [Italian]. 3pp.

268 13 November Holograph letter from + J. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1871 Requires dispensation for marriage. 3pp.

269 13 November Holograph letter from Sylvester Malone, Newmarket on 1871 Fergus, to Kirby: Wants a marriage dispensation. 3pp.

270 13 November Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, 1 Harcourt St., Dublin, 1871 to Kirby: Hopes Dr. Kirby will be able to obtain all his requirements regarding orphanage. 4pp.

271 14 November Holograph letter from Patrick Duggan, Loughrea, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for dispatching brief empowering him to be consecrated Bishop of Clonfert. 2pp.

272 14 November Holograph letter from J.T. Power, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: 1871 Requests Dr. Kirby to obtain permission to have Blessed Sacrament in private chapel. Recommended by Cardinal Cullen and Dr. Furlong. 2pp.

273 15 November Holograph letter from Thomas Murphy, College des 1871 Irlandais, Paris, to Kirby: Directs Dr. Kirby to send money direct to Ireland. Enclosing - Holograph letter from [AOR] De la Hayd to Fr. Murphy [9.11.71]. 2 items.

1082 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

274 15 November Holograph letter from J. Featherstone, Kildysart, Co. Clare, 1871 to Kirby: Asks Dr. Kirby whether he received P.P.'s letter and requesting him to get necessary dispensation for his marriage. 3pp.

275 15 November Holograph letter from [ Hannan], Cathedral, Halifax, to 1871 Kirby: Introduces a prospective pilgrim to Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

276 16 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Clare, Mont Baron, Nice, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for recovering rescript. 3pp.

277 16 November Holograph letter from John Kenny, Ennis, Co. Clare, to 1871 Kirby: Asks dispensation. Ordinand returned to Rome to improve his conduct, John O'Halloran. 2pp.

278 16 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary, Via Gesu e Maria, to 1871 Kirby: Outlining her spiritual affairs, including extensive list of [her private] acts of penance. 9pp.

279 17 November Holograph letter from + George Conroy, Longford, to 1871 Kirby: Directions for use of stipends. Asks for dispensations. 3pp.

280 18 November Holograph letter from Frederick C. Kelly, Greythorn, Co. 1871 Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces his friends to Dr. Kirby. 2pp.

281 20 November Holograph letter from John Healy, P.P., V.F., Cahirciveen, 1871 Co. Kerry, to Kirby: Requires dispensation for marriage. 3pp.

282 21 November Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, Park House, Blackheath, 1871 London, to Kirby: States his difficulties and expenditures in building. Seeks dispensation. 8pp.

1083 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

283 22 November Holograph letter from Sr. Marie Addolorata, [Redemptorist 1871 ], to Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for certain favours. 1p.

284 22 November Holograph letter from James Rice, Queenstown [Cobh], to 1871 Kirby: Seeks dispensation for marriage. 3pp.

285 22 November Holograph letter from + M. Flannery, St. Sulpice, Paris, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for faculties. Points out mistake. 4pp.

286 22 November Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1871 Sends two 'castelli del governo pontificio' with power to sell or exchange them. 1p.

287 23 November Holograph letter from T. Fleming, Mullingar, to Kirby: Just 1871 a friendly note. Personal items. 4pp.

288 23 November Holograph letter from Frederick C. Kelly, 89 Lower 1871 Gardiner Street, to Kirby: Introduces a friend of his to Dr. Kirby, [George Mitchell]. 4pp.

289 23 November Holograph letter from Thomas Murphy, College des 1871 Irlandais, Paris, to Kirby: Financial advice - note. Enclosed- Bank Order for 325.90 and holograph letter from AOR de le Hyde to Fr. Murphy dated 21.11.71. 3 items.

290 23 November Holograph letter from Eliza Lyon, Chicago [niece], to 1871 Kirby: State of affairs after Chicago fire. Personally penniless. 4pp.

291 24 November Holograph letter from M. Bennett, Huddersfield, to Kirby: 1871 Thanks Dr. Kirby for his many kindnesses. 8pp.

292 27 November Holograph letter from + M. Lanigan, Coulburn, to Kirby: 1871 State of diocesan affairs. 4pp.

1084 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

293 28 November Holograph letter from + G. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1871 Wants to ordain a student, Mr. Donor, who is presently under Dr. Kirby. 4pp.

294 29 November Telegram from Convent, Kenmare, to Kirby: Received and 1871 went to U.S. by mistake. 1p.

295 29 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Vergine di S. Luigi, [], to 1871 Kirby: Spiritual matters. [Italian]. 3pp.

296 30 November Handwritten account [unsigned]: Opening of first Italian 1871 Parliament and influx of Roman nobility to the Vatican to protest their allegiance to Pio Nono simultaneously. 7pp.

296 a 30 November Holograph letter from Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: 1871 Acknowledges receipt of diocesan contribution [Nicholas Conaty]. 1p.

297 3 December Holograph letter from Fr. F. Saverio de Bene, Rome, to 1871 Kirby: Will send letter to Tivoli if Dr. Kirby has it ready. 1p.

298 5 December Holograph letter from Nick. Phelan, Carrickbeg, to Kirby: 1871 Wants permission to set up 'Via Crucis'. 4pp.

299 5 December Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1871 Desires to ordain under-age student. Sends diocesan contribution. 2pp.

300 5 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, Convent of Mercy, 1871 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Personal items of news and Mass stipends. 4pp.

301 6 December Holograph letter from Fr. F. Saverio Da Bene, [Rome], to 1871 Kirby: Acknowledges receipt of Mass stipends. [Italian] 2pp.

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302 8 December Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, Orphanage, Blackheath 1871 Park, to Kirby: Received rescript and everything is now very satisfactory. 4pp.

303 10 December Holograph letter from Snor. M. Colomba, [], to Kirby: 1871 Sends sincerest Christmas wishes. [Italian]. 3pp.

304 12 December Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, Assisi, 1871 to Kirby: Sends Christmas greetings to Dr. Kirby and Cardinal Cullen. [Italian]. 2pp.

305 12 December Holograph letter from Joe Dalmaza, Torino, to Kirby: 1871 Received parcels finally. Thanks for same. [Italian]. 1p.

305 a 15 December Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Various commissions. 1p.

306 18 December Holograph letter from De Iacobi, [Corfu], to Kirby: 1871 Financial affairs and difficulties. [Italian]. 2pp

307 19 December Holograph letter from + J.J. Lynch, Toronto, to Kirby: Asks 1871 Dr. Kirby to forward album. 2pp.

308 19 December Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Wants 1871 information of liturgical nature for his book - query regarding statues ordered by writer. 4pp.

309 21 December Holograph letter from [H.M. Ross of ], [Rossiter], to Kirby: 1871 Thanks for photographs. Introduces sister. 4pp.

310 20 December Holograph letter from D. Giuseppe Caganova, to Kirby: 1871 Items of financial nature. [Italian] 2pp.

1086 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1871/

311 23 December Holograph letter from + G. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1871 Requires a dispensation. 4pp.

311 a 23 December Holograph personal letter from niece [Mrs. Kirby Lyon], 1871 Chicago, to Kirby: Thanking him for help sent on learning of the total destruction of their business by fire. Enclosing holograph personal letter of thanks from James W. Lyon, Chicago, to Kirby regarding destruction of his business by fire. 2 items.

311 b [Number not used. Enclosure now with KIR/1871/311a.]

312 24 December Holograph letter from Franco Seiponi, San Severino, to 1871 Kirby: Thanks Dr. Kirby for his kindness. Christmas greetings. [Italian] 2pp.

313 27 December Holograph letter from + T. O'Mahony, Armidale, to Kirby: 1871 His work in diocese. Asks Dr. Kirby to help him in bazaar work. 6pp.

314 27 December Holograph letter from + James Murray, Ceylon, to Kirby: Is 1871 going home on account of ill health. 4pp.

314 a 27 December Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1871 Regrets choice of Holy See for Ossory [himself]. Want of experience and want of zeal. Thanks Dr. Kirby for gift of Mitres - another proof of his usual kindness. Changes in the judiciary - Dowes and Pallas. 3pp.

315 28 December Holograph letter from [H], Ardmore, to Kirby: An 1871 appreciation of his Protestant neighbours, Sir Richard and Lady Musgrave. 4pp.

316 29 December Holograph letter from Edward [Haines], British Legation, 1871 Rome, to Kirby: Instructions for Dr. Kirby to comply with Italian statistical regulations. 1p.

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317 29 December Holograph letter from O.N. Taaffe, to Kirby: Thanks Dr. 1871 Kirby for safe arrival of Holy Father's gifts. 4pp.

318 29 December Holograph letter from C. Casanova, to Kirby: Is glad that 1871 Dr. Kirby is satisfied with the wine. 2pp.

1 3 January Holograph letter from Pinni, Anticamena Pontifica, Rome, 1872 to Kirby: Letter postponing audience for Irish lady. 1p

2 5 January Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1872 Present of £5 and asks instruction with regard to administrating an oath in regard to marriage dispensation. 2pp

2 a 5 January Holography letter from + J. Mac Evoy, Galway, to Kirby: 1872 Encloses token of gratitude. Regarding consecration of young Bishop. 4pp

3 6 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Agnes and Sr. M. Raphael, 1872 The Benedictines of St. Mary's Priory, to Kirby: Greetings. 4pp

4 6 January Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Information regarding age of student, Mr. Mc Cann. 2pp

5 10 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Addolonata, Sisters of Holy 1872 Name, to Kirby: Thanks for favour. 1p

6 10 January Holograph letter from + George Conroy, Longford, to 1872 Kirby: New year greetings and announcing that he will look after the memorandum regarding Drumshambo. 4pp

7 10 January Holograph letter from Timothy Dowley, P.P., Carrick-on- 1872 Suir, to Kirby: Asks for favour. Faculties to bless beads for Fr. John Power. 2pp

1088 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1872/

8 10 January Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di 1872 Cambungano, Fassano, Piemonte, to Kirby: Greetings, making reference to audience of Irish College with the Pope and asking prayers for two people; also would like his photograph. 5pp

9 12 January Holograph letter from P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Education meeting next Wednesday. Election - bitterness in Galway and Kerry. Dr. Duggan to be consecrated in Galway by MacEvilly. 2pp

10 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

11 14 January Holograph letter from + J. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1872 Thanking him for favour. Asks permission to have Blessed Sacrament for new St. John of God foundation. Sends copy of proceedings at meeting regarding education question and asks another favour. 4pp

12 14 January Holograph letter from J.M.J Condon, St. Joseph's, Tullow, 1872 to Kirby: Asking favour. Roman directories. 5pp

13 14 January Holograph letter from Neale, 22 Quai di Balthune, Paris, to 1872 Kirby: Complains about most things, but English climate in particular. 4pp

14 14 January Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Letter 1872 introducing Mr. O'Brien of Thurles. 3pp

15 15 January Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Cont. di Cambungano, 1872 Fossano, to Kirby: Greetings to him and encloses satisfaction on having met new Bishop of Fassano. 4pp

1089 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1872/

16 17 January Holograph letter from Mrs. J.M. [Johns], Warrenstown, 1872 Dunsany, to Kirby: Regarding the re-establishment of a chaplaincy on writer's lands and the purchase of a Protestant church for conversion to a Catholic oratory. 8pp

17 18 January Holograph letter from + Daniel Mc Gettigan, Armagh, to 1872 Kirby: News regarding a Fr. Campbell, addicted to drink, but who is now in Mount Melleray. Asking a favour. 8pp

17 a 18 January Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, to Dr. Ford: 1872 Enclosing two documents regarding Ford's procuratorship. Also a draft for £100. It would be possible to send several hundred pounds, but writer refrains from doing so 'in the absence of any information as to the probability of you having any priests for this diocese' Asks for candlesticks for High Altar- priests needed, etc. Sending parcel containing address from the children to the Pope. Diocesan news. 4pp

18 19 January Holograph letter from + E. Butler, Limerick, asking favours 1872 and also how Kirby disposed of burse. [Enclosed - Statement of Faculties renewal.] 2 items.

19 19 January Holograph letter from Dora Lucy Violet, 38 Waterloo Road, 1872 Waterloo, to Kirby: Thanking him for Papal Blessing on First Communion day. 4pp

20 20 January Holograph letter from Ferdinando Papi, St. Paul's College, 1872 to Kirby: Saluting and thanking him for kindness. 2pp

21 20 January Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1872 Asking for dispensation for John Curran whom the rector of Salamanca is anxious to have ordained to fill the post of vice-rector of Salamanca College. 2pp

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22 21 January Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1872 Asking him for Papal Blessing for Lady Granard who is near death, as on a famous occasion it is believed that a Papal Blessing restored her to health 3pp

23 21 January Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba, Monastero S. 1872 Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Thanking him for enclosing a photograph. 2pp

24 21 January Two holograph letters from Sr. M. Agnes and T. Meaghan, 1872 Bray, to Kirby: Sister Mary Agnes thanks him through her father who also writes to greet Kirby. 2pp

25 23 January Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stonington, to Kirby: 1872 Kindest regards and introducing a friend. 4pp

26 25 January Holograph letter from F. Flemming, 54 Lower, Dominick 1872 St., to Kirby: Belated Christmas and New Year greetings. 4pp

27 26 January Holograph letter from P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks 1872 for gifts. Education meeting a success. Regrets to say that Briefs arrived on 23/1/72. Dr. Kirby more than a father to writer. Hopes consecration on March 5th, feast of St. Kieran. 4pp

28 27 January Holograph letter from + Joseph Quinn, on board the ship 1872 Silver Eagle, to Kirby: Greets him and encloses cheque for £20 for distribution to needy nuns in Rome. 4pp

28 a 17 February Holograph letter from +Patrick Francis Moran [Kilkenny], 1871 to Kirby: Cardinal and writer dined with Lord Lieutenant. Government determined to shelve education question. Catholic M.P.s determined to urge it on. 4pp [This item was misfiled and is digitised out of sequence.]

1091 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1872/

29 28 January Holograph letter from + Joseph Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to 1872 Kirby: Asks favours, and deplores recent action of Florentine Government. 2 items.

30 28 January Holograph letter from M.J. Ryan, Cashel, to Kirby: 1872 Introducing Miss Bromhead, daughter of Sir Edward de Granville Bromhead. 4pp

31 29 January Holograph letter from E. Kelly, Lisburn, to Kirby: 1872 Expressing gratitude for statuette of B. [Vg] M. replica of statue in Piazza di Spagna, presented to the Lisburn Baazar by the Pope. 4pp.

32 29 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. J. Bernard Hackett, Ursuline 1872 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Introducing Miss Anthony. 3pp

33 31 January Holograph letter from P. F. Moran to Kirby: Renewal of 1872 Formula Sexta for Bishop of Ossory. 2pp

34 1 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Greetings and personal news. News of Lady Granard's death. She left no heir. 2pp

35 2 February Holograph letter from Madame [Helby], to Kirby: Advising 1872 him on when she will be at home today. 1p

36 2 February Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Condon, St. Joseph's, 1872 Tullow, to Kirby: Thanking him for photograph and asks if it is true that the Holy Father intends leaving Rome. 3pp

37 3 February Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, 1872 Pennsylvania, U.S. A., to Kirby: Thanking him for letter and bewails the position of the Pope. 4pp

1092 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1872/

38 3 February Holograph letter from Contesse Stanlein Sadenstein, 1872 [Chateau d' Angleur], Liège, Belgium, to Kirby: Requesting information regarding Captain Dudley Coppinger. 4pp

39 6 February Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1872 Recounts death of Lady Granard and subsequent fall of her property into Protestant hands. Cardinal attended funeral. 4pp

40 9 February Holograph letter from Jeremiah Long, [], to Kirby: Asks 1872 favour. [Missing May 2006] [pp]

41 9 February Holograph letter from Patrick Quail, Dunmore, 1872 Ballinahinch, to Kirby: Greetings and news of smallpox in Ireland, England, and Maynooth. 4pp

42 12 February Holograph letter from Edward Mc Donald, St. Kieran's 1872 College, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Seeks two favours. Bishop in failing health. Enclosing holograph letter from McDonald [for Congregation] as marriage petition for John Neary and Catherine Kean [Latin]. 2 items

43 12 February Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Requesting he have two statues by Bengani consigned to him. £400 enclosed for same. 4pp

44 12 February Holograph letter from Mother M. A. Cullen, Presentation 1872 Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Asks favour. 4pp

45 13 February Holograph letter from Alessandrina Contessa di 1872 Cambungano, Fossano, to Kirby: Greetings. Deplores her own inability to express her sentiments of gratitude for photograph received. 6pp

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46 14 February Holograph letter from E. Kelly Lisburn, to Kirby: 1872 Instructing him to give statue presented to Lisburn Baazar to Rev. John Walsh to be taken to Ireland. 4pp

47 14 February Holograph letter from + Wm. Keane, Queenstown, to 1872 Kirby: Sends £200 for Holy Father and £11 for Dr. Kirby. Affirms loyalty of Irish Catholics to Pope. 4pp

48 15 February Holograph letter from G. Conroy, St. Mel's Longford, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for painting. Education meeting in Co. Longford was a huge success. 4pp

49 15 February Holograph letter from + M. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1872 Instructing him regarding burse. 4pp

50 17 February Holograph letter from Joseph J. O' Reilly, Wellington, New 1872 Zealand, to Kirby: Writer desires that Kirby requests General of Capuchins to release him [Fr. O' Reilly] from the Order as he is too far away from any Capuchin foundation. 2pp

51 20 February Holograph letter from P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Difficulty of being consecrated on Sunday on holiday of obligation. If not March 5th, he will try March 19th [not a holiday of Obligation in Ireland, but anniversary of writer's ordination. Having written already, telegram has arrived permitting March 5th as date. What about an Italian to teach music and Latin in St. Kieran's? 3pp

52 20 February Holograph letter from Kate M. Clarke, to Kirby: 1872 Introducing Mr., Mrs. and Miss Dorman and asking him to arrange an audience for them. 3pp

53 20 February Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, St. Mary's Orphanage, 1872 Blackheath Road, London, to Kirby: Requesting favours. 4pp

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54 20 February Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Requests favours. Hopes successful conclusion of the education question. Four retreats running simultaneously in the diocese. 3pp

55 22 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Joseph, Co. Leitrim, to Kirby: 1872 Requests favour and also expresses satisfaction with new bishop. 3pp

56 25 February Holograph letter from Lord Granard, Johnstown Castle, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for sympathy intended and also asks him to thank the Pope and hopes for his early delivery. 4pp

57 26 February Holograph letter from Canon Greene P.P. [Corna], Tullow, 1872 Co. Carlow, to Kirby: Asks him to get dispensation. 2pp

58 27 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. A. Talbot, Presentation 1872 Convent, Tuam, to Kirby: Greets him and asks two favours- privilege for altar and relic of the True Cross. 4pp

59 28 February Holograph letter from Catherine Pheland, Lough St., 1872 Carrick-on-Suir, to Kirby: Greetings to him and asks instructions on how to apply for a Papal Blessing. 1p

60 4 March 1872 Holograph letter from Captain Joseph D'Arcy, Blackrock, To Kirby: Expresses regret at having been compelled to leave Rome and requests Kirby make arrangements regarding his pension and Captain de la Hayd's. Encloses testimonial of Cardinal Cullen to Captain D'Arcy. Originally enclosing newspaper cutting [...Examiner] with Cullen's letter recording testimonial for D'Arcy [5 February]. Now also enclosing 1. receipt from Dr. Neville for Kirby for sum meant for D'Arcy [23 May 1872]. 2. Handwritten note from [Kirby] with payment of sum to D'Arcy. 4 items.

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61 4 March 1872 Holograph letter from J.F. Maguire, M.P., House of Commons, to Kirby: Introducing Sir Edward Kenny of Halifax, Nova Scotia. 2pp

62 5 March 1872 Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Firenze, to Kirby: Asks a favour. 1p

63 6 March 1872 Holograph letter from + John Lynch, St. Michael's, Toronto, to Kirby: Asks about that album he sent by American College student. Feels that Rome has taken a merciful view in case of Dr. Kenrick, and rejoices at appointment of Dr. Ryan as co-adjutor. Hopes that rumour of murder of three students is false. Glad of Dr. Moran's promotion to the Episcopacy. 4pp

64 7 March 1872 Holograph letter from Thomas Seans, St. George, Newfoundland, to Kirby: Asks him to have enclosed requests translated and delivered to Propaganda. 4pp

65 9 March 1872 Holograph letter from Fratello Carlo, Villa Casenta, to Kirby: Requesting particulars of surroundings [possibly frame] of picture of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, which he has ordered. 1p

66 11 March Holograph letter from Almira F.Congdon to Kirby: Family 1872 letter written by a niece. [Last part missing - the address it comes from is intact.] 2pp

67 11 March Holograph letter from + Joe Ryan, Nenagh, to Kirby: 1872 Thanking him for favours and asking him another. 2pp

68 12 March Holograph letter from J. Hannan, V.G., St. Mary's, Halifax, 1872 Nova Scotia, to Kirby: Sends £200 for Holy Father, as present from a Mr. Power. 4pp

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69 14 March Holograph letter from Elizabeth M. Mac Carthy, Clapham, 1872 London, to Kirby: Writing in the name of her son, who has left the Irish College and is now in Jesuit Novitiate at Rochampton, instructing him to keep her son's books for the library. 4pp

70 16 March Holograph letter from A. [Negrotto], Vatican, to Kirby: 1872 Apology for not being able to come to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on account of not being able to leave the Vatican because of danger from Republicans. 2pp

71 18 March Holograph letter from Achille Rinaldini, Roma, to Kirby: 1872 Apology for not being able to attend St. Patrick's Day celebration due to Masonic demonstrations on the Via del Corso where writer lives. 1p

72 18 March Holograph letter from G. Mc Cabe, Kingstown, to Kirby: 1872 Regrets not having written sooner but introduces three ladies. 4pp

73 19 March Holograph letter from M. Conan, Ardpatrick, Kilfinane, to 1872 Kirby: Newly ordained priest thanks to him for faculties obtained and kindness extended while in Rome. 4pp

74 21 March Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1872 Writer has been ill for a month despite the consecration - yet decided to come to Kilkenny on March 19th. Well received. Staying in College - a noble building but with little comfort for the students, who do not wear soutanes and seldom attend ceremonies in the Cathedral. In All Hallow's, there is no control by the Ordinary. Students hissed the Cardinal's Pastorals in refectory and nothing was done about it. Woodlock is enthusiastic about the College but there are radical evils in the College. Now Enclosed - Newspaper cutting Kilkenny Journal on co-adjutor Bishop of Ossory [20 March 1872]. 2 items

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75 22 March Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di 1872 Cambungano, Fassano, to Kirby: Saluti and asks him to find a book. Wishes to have L' Associanzione Cattolica in Fassano. Enquires for Pope. 5pp

76 22 March Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Thanks him. Discusses new building, asks many favours. Items of local news and spiritual matters. 9pp

77 22 March Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Accusing him of having mislaid a petition from the privilege of an oratory for Mrs. Ryan and her daughter Mrs. Power Lalor. 3pp

78 22 March Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, New 1872 Zealand, to Kirby: Letter to be delivered to Cardinal Barnabo. Franciscan Superior leaving and new one coming. Shortage of priests. The diocese of Wellington should have an Irish bishop as soon as possible as Dr. Viand is not capable of running the diocese. 4pp

79 25 March Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1872 Glad of Dr. Murray's recovery. After Dr. Forde, Dr. Murray is most fit for See of Sydney. Dr. Shield's death left diocese in a great state of confusion and clergy divided. It would be wise if the Holy See made an appointment as soon as possible. 6pp

80 28 March Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny to Kirby: 1872 Requesting dispensations. Blessing of oils. 1p

81 28 March Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Firenze, to Kirby: 1872 Sends him an offering. 2pp

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82 30 March Holograph letter from Edmund de la Poer, Roma, to Kirby: 1872 Informing him that he intends studying for the priesthood and wants to talk the matter over with Kirby. 3pp

83 No date Holograph letter from Sr. M. Addolorata, [], to Kirby: Thanks for favour and wishes him a "Happy Easter". 4pp

84 1 April 1872 Holograph letter from J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation in very awkward case. 3pp

85 1 April 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. of the Holy Cross, Rome, to Kirby: List of petitions. 2pp

86 2 April 1872 Holograph letter from Patrick Kelly, Garrybawn, to Kirby: Inquiring about the whereabouts of James Smyth who was a student of the Irish College. 3pp

87 4 April 1872 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Archiepiscopal Vicariate, Dublin, to Kirby: Sends £4 to give to needy priests, asks favours. Sends address to Holy Father for presentation and comments on current affairs both in Rome and Ireland.

88 4 April 1872 Holograph letter from + L. Gillooly, Sligo, to Kirby: Seeks favours. Hopes English Flag will protect Irish College. Hopes of Socialist revolution in Italy. News of trial of Bishops of Tuam, and Clonfert, being examined with a view to finding them guilty of undue influence. 4pp

89 5 April 1872 Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's [Newfoundland], to Kirby: Greetings. Hopes for safety and Pope. 4pp

90 6 April 1872 Holograph letter from Lord Granard, Johnstown Castle, to Kirby; asks for a favour. Hopes for Pope's safety. Writer's cousin, Lord Bute remarried to Miss Howard on 16th April. 3pp

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91 7 April 1872 Holograph letter from Edmund de la Poer, Rome, to Kirby: Thinks he ought to resign his representation of Co. Waterford at once as the Irish question may come forward this session. Looking forward to commencement of studies for priesthood. 2pp

92 8 April 1872 Holograph letter from Joseph Stewart, Bath. University of Ireland, Dublin, to Kirby: Asks him to allow four former students of St. Colman's Fermoy, who matriculated at C.V.I., to sign a memorial.

93 8 April 1872 Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di C., Fossano, to Kirby: Expresses gratitude for book and pictures. 6pp

94 11 April 1872 Holograph letter from D.V.S. Rino, Propaganda, to Kirby: Informs him that gift received from Mons. Murphy has been graciously received by the Pope. 1p

95 12 April 1872 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Asks him to look up the order of names of Archbishops on deed of the vineyard that has been sold, as Dr. MacHale refuses to sign after Dr. Leahy. Advises Kirby to sell the other vineyard but warns against putting the deed in anyone's name. Law case of O' Keefe verses Cullen may come up in May. Lord Chief justice disposed towards O' Keefe. 4pp

96 12 April 1872 Holograph letter from Romand, Cuné de St. Cloud, Paris, to Kirby: Draws his attention to the terrible ravages caused by war on the parish of St. Cloud and asks for a donation. 2pp

97 16 April 1872 Holograph letter from [], Convent of des Dames Anglaises, Mont Boron, Nice, to Kirby: Thanks for present. General salutations. 6pp

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98 17 April 1872 Holograph letter from Wm. Cooney, P.P., [Caherconlish], to Kirby: Writing with Dr. Leahy's sanction, for dispensation. 3pp

99 19 April 1872 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby. Diocese of Adelaide divided due to appointment of administrator on Dr. Shield's death. Asks Kirby to explain his action to Propaganda regarding filling vacant See. Thinks present Administrator is very suitable. 7pp

100 23 April 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Thanks him for Papal Blessing. Discusses affairs in Rome and Ireland. Spiritual matters. 9pp

101 24 April 1872 Holograph letter from E.M. Mac Carthy, Clapham, London, to Kirby: Thanks for sending son's things. Asks for favour. 4pp

102 26 April 1872 Holograph letter from Michael Canon, Ardpatrick, Kilfinane, to Kirby: Thanking him for favour received. 3pp

103 27 April -2 Printed correspondence between Rev. Mr. O' Keefe, Cullen May 1872 and Archbishop Dr. Moran of Ossory. 4pp

104 27 April 1872 Holograph letter from + E. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Asks for dispensation. Hopes for Pope's delivery. 4pp

105 29 April 1872 Holograph letter from E. Kirby [niece], Stonington, to Kirby: Inquires after his health. 1p

106 2 April 1872 Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Firenze, to Kirby: Asks him to send anonymous gift. 1p

107 2 May 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Addolonata, Roma, to Kirby: Thanking him for anonymous gift [20 francs]. 1p

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108 3 May 1872 Holograph letter from Joseph Prendergast, Tullow, Co. Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for picture of Sacred Heart. Asks favour. 2pp

109 6 May 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Charles Keefe, Presentation Convent, Clonmel, to Kirby. Asks for favours. 4pp

110 6 May 1872 Holograph letter from + Cardinal Paul Cullen, to Kirby: Introduces three ladies, non-Catholics. 1p

111 6 May 1872 Holograph letter from S. H.C.C., [], to Kirby: Salutations. 2pp

112 7 May 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara C. Angeli, Monastero S. Chirara, Assisi, to Kirby: Profound thanks for letter and gift. 3pp

113 7 May 1872 Holograph letter from Rev. Dm. J. O' Leary, S. S. Peter and Paul's, New York, to Kirby: Sends books issued by writer, one for Pope, one for Cardinal Barnabo, one for Kirby. Asks for Cardinal's approval for new magazine entitled 'The Propaganda'. 3pp

114 7 May 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Vienna, to Kirby: Writer has reached Vienna safely via Loreto. Has met Cardinal, Archbishop and Papal Nuncio and Canons. Government of Austria opposed to Church and Emperor is very weak. Leaving for Paris soon via Munich. 6pp

115 8 May 1872 Holograph letter from + P. F. Moran, Kilkenny to Kirby: Improving the lot of the Sisters of Charity. Children's mass. Many devotions. [Quarant] One is to be established in June. Stagnation here. 4pp

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116 9 May 1872 Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di C., Fossano to Kirby: First time out of bed in months. Attended feast of St. Giornale. Asks favour. 4pp

117 9 May 1872 Fragment handwritten letter from [], Carmelite Convent, Tullow, to Kirby: Asks him to accept a boy called Joyce, anxious to be a priest. The boy's parents have no means. 4pp

118 13 May 1872 Printed correspondence between Fr. O' Keefe, Callan, to Dr. Moran, Kilkenny. 4pp

119 13 May 1872 Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation. 2pp

120 13 May 1872 Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di C., Fossano, to Kirby: Introducing the rector of the Episcopal Seminary of Fossano, Don Giaccardi. 4pp

121 14 May 1872 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Booterstown, to Kirby: Sends £4 for masses to Monsignor. Monossi. Does not believe rumour about Spain. Discusses Catholic education in New Zealand. Cardinal's health good. 2pp

122 20 May 1872 Holograph letter from Joseph Mulcahy, P.P., Parsonstown, to Kirby: Asks favour. 1p

123 20 May 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Liverpool, to Kirby: Reports great success in collecting money for sending priests to his diocese. 4pp

124 22 May 1872 Holograph letter from Isabel Constance Brooke, [Garrucklane], to Kirby: Thanks for kindness to writer's son and friend. 2pp

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125 22 May 1872 Holograph letter from Sr Mary Peter F. O' Reilly, Lisbon, to Kirby: Seeks Papal honours for the procurator of the Order in Lisbon. Reports of success in Portugal.

126 22 May 1872 Holograph letter from Wm. Cooney, Caherconlish, Limerick, to Kirby: Asks favour and reports deaths of Fr. Dwyer, P.P. Doran - a loss to Ireland and to the church. 2pp

127 23 May 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph F. Wood, Cathedral, Philadelphia to Kirby: Introduces and recommends a priest of his diocese. 1p

128 24 May 1872 Holograph letter from + T. Power, St. John's, Newfoundland, to Kirby: Profound gratitude for favours. Diocesan news. 3pp

129 24 May 1872 Holograph letter from Catherine Gleeson, St. Joseph's Retreat, Limerick, to Kirby: Newly founded community, having obtained a house, now wishes permission to be allowed to keep the B. Sacrament in their oratory. 3pp

130 25 May 1872 Holograph letter from advocate G. Gatti, Roma, to Kirby: Offers respects of Comm. [Commandante] di Rossi and requests subscriptions for the 'Bolletino di Archeologica Christiana' for Cardinal Cullen and Rev. Russell. 2pp

131 26 May 1872 Holograph letter from Ellen Scanlon, Mungret St., Limerick, to Kirby: Recommends cause of newly established community for Perpetual Adoration to Dr. Kirby. 4pp

132 26 - 30 May Holograph letter from [Cante] Adolfo Piannoni, Società 1872 Primaria Romana per gli Interessi Cattolici to Kirby: The society informs him that he has been made an honorary member. Now Enclosed - Handwritten draft reply from [Kirby] accepting and stating how important their work is at present time. 2 items.

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133 27 May 1872 Holograph letter from B. Fitzpatrick, Holy Cross Seminary, to Kirby: Thanking him for money borrowed and returns it. 3pp

134 30 May 1872 Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen [Dublin], to Kirby: Will prepare address immediately for Pope on his 27th anniversary. Glad that the Pope is going to write on National schools - school question decided at Synod of Thurles. Keogh's judgement on Galway case was philippic, not judgement - priests have acted very badly. The people are most indignant and will probably get up a declaration of sympathy with the Archbishop and clergy. Finds himself in very awkward position as he cannot join either side. Thinks he did not act unjustly in O' Keefe case. It will be necessary to have a declaration of his rights in dealing with his clergy. 4pp

135 31 May 1872 Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, St. Mary's Orphanage, Blackheath Park, London, to Kirby: Thanks for favour. Judge Keogh's decision on Galway case was bad. Priests had gone too far.

136 1 June 1872 Holograph letter from James J. D'Arcy, Cork, to Kirby: Thanking him and again asks to look after his pension. Smallpox raging in Cork and prospect of crops is gloomy. 4pp

137 2 June 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Poor Clare Convent, Kenmare, to Kirby: Thanking him for letter and asks for a relic. 4pp

138 2 June 1872 Holograph letter from P. Nolan, 3 George's St., Waterford, to Kirby: Asks favour for Temperance Society. Keogh's judgement deplorable. Better to defer De La Poer's resignation until after Ballot Bill. 5pp

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139 3 June 1872 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, to Kirby: Dr. Viand, Bishop of Wellington, died yesterday. Important that See be filled as soon as possible. Nuns have established a convent. 3pp

140 5 June 1872 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Ordering bronze gilt candlestick and history books. Visitations. Benediction unknown in the country. 3pp

141 5 June 1872 Holograph letter from Romand, Cuné di St. Cloud, Paris, to Kirby: Profound gratitude for gift and sentiment expressed in letter. [French]. 1p

142 7 June 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Vincent Nugent, Convent of Mercy, [St. Michael's], to Kirby: Thanking him for picture of Sacred Heart. 4pp

143 8 June 1872 Holograph letter from + T.J. Power, St. John's, Newfoundland, to Kirby: Thanking him for note, hopes documents will go through Propaganda without delay. Dr. Carfagini will be leaving on June 21st accompanied by Fr. Walsh. News. 4pp,

144 10 June 1872 Holograph letter from S. M. Frances O' Reilly, [Lisbon], to Kirby: Thanking him for letters and pictures. Nuns have signed petition to Pope to confer honours on Fr. [Favina], procurator of the Order. 4pp

145 11 June 1872 Holograph letter from + P. F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Encloses donation. Trial of Fr. O' Keefe versus Cardinal begins. Protestants in Callan favouring O' Keefe. But the nuns are praying. 3pp

146 11 June 1872 Holograph letter from S. M. Porter, Malta, to Kirby: Greetings. Too tired to write a long letter. 3pp

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147 12 June 1872 Holograph letter from Giovanni Sinconi, Propaganda, to Kirby: Notice that Pope has graciously received the gift from Fr. Devereaux of Ferns. 1p

147 a 12 June 1872 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Sends diocesan offering for Pope. 2pp

148 13 June 1872 Holograph letter from Matthew Angela, Abbadessa, S. Susanna, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks for anonymous gift. 1p

149 14 June 1872 Holograph letter from [], Presentation Convent, Listowel, to Kirby: Greetings. Sends present of imitation of the Sacred Heart. [Letter incomplete] 4pp

150 14 June 1872 Holograph letter from John Mc Carthy, Macroom, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Asks him to procure oil painting. Deplores Judge Keogh's action in Galway election petition. 3pp

151 15 June 1872 Holograph letter from Joseph Dalton, [S. G.], Church of St. Ignatius, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation. 4pp

152 16 June 1872 Holograph letter from Wm. Joyce, Mount Melleray Seminary, Cappoquin to Kirby: Boy asks assistance to become priest. 4pp

153 16 June 1872 Holograph letter from + G. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: Confirming request of Miss Gleeson to have Blessed Sacrament in house. Enclosing handwritten copy of petition from Catherine Gleeson and others. 2 items.

154 18 June 1872 Holograph letter from D. Shine Lawlor, Rome, to Kirby: Accepts invitation. 1p

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155 18 June 1872 Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: Letter to Cardinal Cullen regarding mixed marriages in general and one in particular. To prevent the danger of too many of these marriages he suggests the marriage take place [if at all] outside the diocese, as otherwise many others might apply for the same dispensation. 3pp

156 19 June 1872 Holograph letter from J. Maurice Lenihan, 'Limerick Reporter' Limerick, to Kirby: Anxious because he has got no reply to his last two letters. 2pp

157 21 June 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Presents offering of £448 to Holy Father. 2pp.

158 21 June 1872 Holograph letter from + P.J. Tynan, Foxhill, Athy, to Kirby: New priest from Rome gives news of his arrival and of past students of the College. Asks favours. 3pp

159 21 June 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: Sends gift of £10 and seeks a favour. 1p

160 23 June 1872 Holograph letter from Edmond de la Poer, Albano, to Kirby: Asks when Irish deputation is due to be received by the Holy Father, as he would like to attend. Asks address of Don Francesco who gave him Latin lessons. Leaving soon for Sorrento. 3pp

161 23 June 1872 Holograph letter from Visconti Venosta, Roma, to Kirby: Reply to a letter regarding annexation of ecclesiastical property, stating that the alienation of goods of 'ente morale', even if owned by foreigners the assent of the local authority is necessary. Kirby's questions will receives his consideration. 3pp.

162 24 June 1872 Holograph letter from L. Forde, Booterstown, to Kirby: Sends Dr. Murray's contribution to the Pope. O' Keefe case has been postponed until January. 2pp

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163 26 June 1872 Holograph letter from C.A. Spencer, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Introducing Mr. [Anteto] and Family and mentions his own intended visit to Rome. 3pp

164 27 June 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gabriel Lynch, Presentation Convent, Harbour Grace, to 'my dearest James' [her brother]: Telling of the departure of the Italian bishop [Carfagini] and the turmoil he, and later an Italian priest, stirred up against Italy. Hopes that he will not return. 6pp

165 28 June 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Eccles St., Dublin, to Kirby: Performed ordination ceremony in Maynooth but nobody seems anxious for the missions. Since the death of Dr. Shiel, the See of Adelaide has been in an awful position - £16, 000 in debt. Hopes that a friar will not be appointed to the See. 12pp

166 1 July 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clane, Poor Clares, Kenmare, to Kirby: Sends him two books. 2pp

167 1 July 1872 Holograph letter from G.D. Antonelli, Vatican, to Kirby: Pope has graciously received Dr. Murray's contribution. 1p

168 1 July 1872 Holograph letter from G.D. Antonelli, Vatican, to Kirby: Pope has graciously received Mc Devitt's contribution. 1p

169 1 July 1872 Holograph letter from G.D. Antonelli, Vatican, to Kirby: Pope has graciously received Dr. Power's contribution. 1p

170 1 July 1872 Holograph letter from A. Ballenini, S. J. Collegio, Romano, to Kirby: Enquires after his health. 1p

171 2 July 1872 Holograph letter from T. Murphy, P.P., Youghal, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Sends bank draft for student [£20], MF James Beausang, c. 1p

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172 5 July 1872 Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Seeks a dispensation. Diocesan news. 3pp

173 6 July 1872 Holograph letter from D. Murphy [Dean], St. Finbarr's, Cork, to Kirby: Seeks favour. Speech and general health improving. 4pp

174 7 July 1872 Holograph letter from J.M. Bennett, Claremount House, Liverpool, to Kirby: Informs him that his books are very popular. 8pp

175 7 July 1872 Holograph letter from [niece] Sr. M. C. i Ricci, Dominican Convent, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts received an tells of bishop's delight with presents. 4pp

176 13 July 1872 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Encloses £50 for candlesticks. Visitation - a pleasure to be tired working for such a people. Prayer - love of sacraments, Penance and Eucharist. Devotion to Our Lady and Temperance. 4pp

177 13 July 1872 Holograph letter from G. di Stacpoole, Fulham Road London, to Kirby: Tells of a religious community that is looking to give an account of not having a priest in Midhurst. Asks Kirby to send a priest. Discusses personal affairs. 4pp

178 15 July 1872 Holograph letter from John Mc Carthy, Macroom, to Kirby: Greetings. Sends £6 for oil painting of Madonna. 3pp

179 17 July 1872 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Durrow people excellent. Children wonderfully smart. 2pp

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180 18 July 1872 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Dr. Forde not well. Fears confinement of Propaganda too much for Irish lads. William Cullen ill again. Fr. O' Keefe getting money from Protestants to carry on the case, he has lost or will loose the faith. Going to lay foundation stone for Redemptorist Monastery at Raheny. Going to Liverpool to marriage of Hugh Verdon.

181 19 July 1872 Holograph letter from Eliza Butler, Blackrock, to Kirby: Discusses personal news. 4pp

182 19 July 1872 Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Dublin, to Kirby: Bishop of Brisbane has arrived in London after the voyage of 116 days. See of Adelaide is £17, 000 in debt and priests are divided. Dr. Croke doing wonders in New Zealand. 4pp

183 22 July 1872 Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di C., Fossano, to Kirby: Sends him religious objects for dispensation. 1p

184 22 July 1872 Holograph letter from Thomas Byrne, 22 Crescent [], to Kirby: Discusses personal news and gives him news of past students. 3pp

185 24 July 1872 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Sales, St. Michael's, Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Discusses personal and spiritual affairs. 10pp

186 26 July 1872 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Enclosing Peter's Pence. Confirmed 4, 500 children and adults. 1p

187 26 July 1872 Holograph letter from + E. [Manacenda], Bishop of Fossano, to Kirby: Thanks for religious objects and extends invitation to visit Fossano. 1p

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188 27 July 1972 Holograph letter from David O' Connor, C.C., Ballyboley, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, to Kirby: Asks for favour - Faculties to enrol in the scapular. 2pp

189 31July 1972 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Sends £500 for the Pope. Fenians anxious to hear Fr. O' Keefe speak, but subject to Bishop. Mr. Gladstone losing popularity since he tried to force infidel education on Ireland. Dr. Manning coming to visit. Hopes to get Dr. Manning to speak at the opening of new church at the Holy Cross. 4pp

190 1 August Holograph letter from Mary L. Kirby, Stonington, to Kirby: 1872 Personal affairs. 6pp

191 1 August Holograph Letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1872 Dispensations. Curates on retreat. Devoted priests but "wonderfully ignorant" of ceremonial and special devotions.

192 2 August Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: 1872 Sends Peter's Pence. New church to be opened soon. 2pp

193 2 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Sends collection money, £2, 000. Judge Keogh's judgement did more good than evil as it made Catholics more determined. Attended wedding of Hugh Vernon and Miss Reynolds in Liverpool. William Cullen ill again. Catholics in Liverpool have made great progress. System of education in England likely to be troublesome. Fr. O'Keefe has been defeated in four suits in last week. Asks Kirby to present enclosed letter to the Pope. Lord Grannard has gained popularity since defeating Keogh's action. Asks for Papal Blessing for Miss Birmingham. Dr. Murray has got three priests for his mission. 2pp

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194 2 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Seeks dispensation. Describes case of Catholic expelled from seat in Parliament, on the grounds that a priest had canvassed for him in the election; a Protestant was put in his place. [Italian]. 2pp

195 3 August Holograph letter from George Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks dispensation. Informs him that he has sent £20 to Cardinal Cullen for him. 3pp

196 4 August Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1872 Sends £324 for Pope. Comments on Church suffering all over the world. Judge Keogh's action has had wonderful effect in uniting priests and people, a relation which has been strained. Catholic gentry attentive to duty. 3pp

197 4 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Advises him not to sell vineyards unless he gets original price. Invest money in English or American securities. Fr. O' Keefe's claim is that the canons of the church did not bind him as they were in opposition to the laws of the land, and thus, null and void. Whiteside liable to give verdict in O' Keefe's favour. Dr. Moran well. Dr. Forde unwell. William Cullen is much better. 4pp

198 4 August Holograph letter from Sr. M.J.B. Hackett, Ursuline 1872 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Asks favour. Charmed with Moran's visit. 4pp

199 4 August Holograph letter from Sr. Maria L. del Cuore di Jean 1872 [Abbadessa], Roma, to Kirby: Sends auguri. 1p

200 5 August Holograph letter from Catherine Gleeson, St. Joseph's 1872 Retreat, Limerick, to Kirby: Profound gratitude for obtaining privilege of oratory. 1p

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201 6 August Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Chicago, to Kirby: 1872 Personal letter. 6pp

202 7 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts. Personal and spiritual affairs. 8pp

203 7 August Holograph letter from + Joseph Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1872 Trouble being caused by Italian priests. A certain Fr. Ricci has incurred excommunication but affairs have been settled at the Synod. Thinking of having the diocese partitioned. 2pp

204 8 August Holograph letter from Sr. M.P.F. O 'Reilly, Lisbon, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for favours and gifts received. 4pp

205 9 August Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1872 Since the departure of Augustinians, Nolan, Horan and Henderson, things have quietened down in Adelaide. Has advised the removal of friars from Adelaide. Dr. Croke now visiting in Brisbane for health reasons; he has done wonders in Auckland. 4pp

206 10 August Holograph letter from + Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Elections took place in Waterford. Will telegraph so as to have canonists in time for O' Keefe trial. Dr. Forde was to have been a wonderful witness for writer but cannot leave his bed. Dr. Moran has written an excellent article on Adrian IV's Bull. Dr. Moran has been left £6, 000 by a curate for propagation of the faith. 4pp

207 11 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Kilkenny, to 1872 Kirby: Bishop [Dr. Walsh] dies. Brief panegyric. Requests among other thing, to hold the two mensal parishes of St. Mary's and St. John's. Has arranged with Vincentians to give retreat in Callan. 2pp

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208 11 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Scholastica, Ursulines, Cork, 1872 to Kirby: Thanks for letters. Personal affairs. 4pp

209 12 August Holograph letter from Michael Kelly, Cross Lane, New 1872 Ross, to Kirby: Asks him to speed up dispensation for his ordination, which Dr. Furlong has already applied for. 4pp

210 12 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Spiritual affairs. 7pp

211 12 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clane, Poor Clares, 1872 Kenmare, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts 4pp

212 14 August Holograph letter from Sr. G.T. di Gesu, Priora, S. S. Pietro 1872 e Marcellino, to Kirby: Inviting him to visit her. 2pp

213 15 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1872 Stay brief for Dr. Ryan, will write to Propaganda himself. Dr. Conroy sends £20 and writer £20. Was at Dr. Walsh's funeral in Kilkenny. Smallpox has gone. 3pp

214 16 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Dr. Ryan, due to mental health, had better be left at home and Dr. O' Donnell appointed in his place. The court and jury will be anxious to scourge an ultimatum and to get their revenge for all he said about freemasonry. Dr. Murray sent thirteen priests to Maitland. Visited Newry and found the place becoming very Catholic. 4pp

215 18 August Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Glad that Dr. Moran has been appointed Administrator of Wellington. Adelaide still in bad shape. Mission being organised for Callan which will bring people to sense of duty. Waterford in an unhealthy position due to health of bishop, co-adjutor very desirable. 4pp

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216 18 August Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1872 Obsequies of Bishop. Beautiful letter of His Holiness has come. Dr. Murray as guest of writer. 4pp

217 18 August Holograph letter from Sr. G.T. di Gesù, Priora, S. S. Pietro 1872 e Marcellino, to Kirby: Asking him to come the day of his visit. 2pp

218 19 August Holograph letter from Catherine Gleeson, St. Joseph's 1872 Retreat, Limerick, to Kirby: Thanking him for picture. 3pp

219 26 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. de Sales, St. Michael's, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 10pp

220 26 August Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Propaganda, to 1872 Kirby: The Pope has graciously received the Bishop of Galway's offering. 1p

221 27 August Holograph letter from Rev. Edmond Walsh, [Rosbenon], 1872 New Ross, to Kirby: Regarding dispensation sought, if there is a fee the writer will pay as parties are poor. 3pp

222 28 August Holograph letter from + Robert Cornthwaite, Springfield 1872 House, Leeds, to Kirby: Thanking him for book. 1p

223 29 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Proposes visit to Rome to pay homage to the Pope and to get date for the O' Keefe case; asks Kirby's advice. William Cullen weak again. 2pp

224 31 August Holograph letter from Canonico G. B. Giaccardi, Fossano, 1872 to Kirby: Thanking him for his hospitality while writer was in Rome. 3pp

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225 31 August Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Introduces Dr. Maurer, President of St. Malachy's College. 2pp

226 2 September Holograph letter from J.V. Crotty, Powerstown, Clonmel, to 1872 Kirby: Thanks him for favours. 2pp

227 3 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Has received letters both from Pope and Cardinal Barnabo. Having Pope's letter published; has already published his own in substance. Will have £500 more for Pope bringing total for this year to £3, 000. Potato crop not good and will affect the poor very much. All crops bad owing to the poor weather. Cattle and sheep suffering from foot and mouth disease. Fr. O' Keefe as usual is getting money from the Protestants to carry on the case. Lawyers say that case will go against writer. Has had another letter from Cardinal Barnabo requesting him to request Dr. Lynch to recommend to the nuns obedience etcetera to their bishop. Dr. Murray gone to Mount Melleray for a retreat. What does Kirby think of writer's intended visit to Rome? 4pp

228 4 September Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clane, Poor Clares, 1872 Kenmare, to Kirby: Informs him that Christian Brother will not reconsider his application for dispensation from his vows. 4pp

229 4 September Holograph letter from + William Delany, [Lucerne], to 1872 Kirby: Introduces friends and recommends to Kirby's hospitality. 1p

230 6 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Mr. O' Hogan, writer's lawyer in O' Keefe case, wishes to have a number of questions answered regarding power of jurisdiction of a delegate Apostolic [Italian]. 2pp

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231 6 September Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Ennistymon, to 1872 Kirby: With the state of affairs in Rome and if Bismark is successful, a persecution of the church may be feared. Keogh's decision has done an immense amount of good, as it has shown the people that the clergy are interested in them. The Fenian leaders had persuaded the people to the contrary. Seeks two dispensations. 4pp

232 6 September Holograph letter from + Joseph Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to 1872 Kirby: Seeks two favours and thanks him for presenting offering to the Pope. 4pp

233 10 September Holograph letter from Henry England, St. Patrick's, 1872 Melbourne, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation for mixed marriage. 4pp

234 10 September Holograph letter from P. Nolan, George's St., Waterford, to 1872 Kirby: Sends £9 collected in one collection box in a church for the Pope. 4pp

235 12 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Has decided to come to Rome. Don't fuss about rooms. Will bring one priest. One or two servants will be enough. Leaving on 26th after Maynooth meeting. Smallpox has reappeared. Potatoes blighted, wheat and oats cannot be saved due to bad weather and strikes of workmen are rife. Dedicated church in Kilcullen on feast of Nativity of Our Lady. Said mass yesterday in Clonliffe and afterwards gave confirmation in Mountjoy prison. Catholic chapel. Tynan has come to live with him. 4pp

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236 12 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Kilkenny, to 1872 Kirby: At office for Dr. Walsh. Dr. Lynch preached fine sermon. Asks for dispensation. Bad weather and harvest. Coal price has gone up due to miners' strike. Great concern over fate of the poor. Better to be chastised by hunger than infidelity. Fr. O' Keefe says that posterity will wonder how he was able to vanquish both the Pope of Rome and the Queen of England. People of Callan have nearly all left him but still some followers. There will be some Catholic jurymen after January but trial will be before that. 2pp

237 13 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Introduces Fr. Gowan and brother. 1p

238 16 September Holograph letter from Margaret Aylward, 46 Eccles St., 1872 Dublin, to Kirby: Greetings to him 4pp

239 16 September Holograph letter from E. Canon Mc Cabe, Vicariate of 1872 Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces friends. 3pp

240 16 September Holograph letter from John Hughes, [Minerva] Hotel, 1872 Roma, to Kirby: Thanking him for kindness during writer's stay in Rome. 3pp

241 16 September Holograph letter from + Nulty [letter incomplete], Navan, to 1872 Kirby: Very short letter regarding the Privilege of having Mass every Sunday in the private oratory of Mrs. Johnson. 3pp

242 17 September Holograph letter from + J. Furlong, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: 1872 Further communication regarding dispensation for ordination. 5pp

243 17 September Holograph letter from Ellen M. Clancy, Hasham Road, 1872 London, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness while writer was in Rome. 10pp

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244 19 September Holograph letter from Ellen Byrne, Blackrock, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Personal news. 3pp

245 19 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Leaving Dublin to Rome on Friday 26th; bringing Dr. McCabe. Dr. Forde now sick for two months and not getting any better. Starting Catholic Union with Lord Granard [as president] and other noble members. Drs. Moran and Conroy together with twenty gentlemen, including Lord Granard; dined with him over preliminary meeting of Union. Smallpox has disappeared. Failure of crops. Prayers for weather seem to have been heard. Dr. Murray in South. Dr. O' Brien broken down. 3pp

246 19 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Introducing Mrs. O' Callaghan and daughter. 1p

247 21 September Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di 1872 [Camburgano], Fossano, to Kirby: Introducing Conte Celebrino di Fossano and consort. 3pp

248 21 September Holograph letter from + George Conroy, Longford, to 1872 Kirby: Bad condition; asks for faculties to administer Parish as the Parish Priests of the Diocese are too inefficient to do so. College doing well - twenty-four philosophers. 4pp

249 26 September Holograph letter from Francesco Santi, Roma, to Kirby: 1872 Asks him for directions regarding money "della scadenza di canone", as he is leaving Rome. 4pp

250 27 September Holograph letter from Sr. M. Jeanne de la Croin, St. 1872 Alphonsus, Fairview, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanking him for picture. 3pp

251 29 September Holograph letter from + J. Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to 1872 Kirby: Asks for faculties for putting the Parish of Raphoe under the Bishop's administration. 4pp

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252 1 October Holograph letter from D.G. Casanova, Zagarolo, to Kirby: 1872 Communication regarding selling of wine. 2pp

253 1 October Holograph letter from B.M. Ralph, Balinrobe, to Kirby: 1872 Widow laments loss of husband and state of poverty she has been left in. 3pp

254 2 October Holograph letter from Cesame Sambucotti, Roma, to Kirby: 1872 Introduces Fr. Ryan of Limerick from Diocese of Louisville. 2pp

255 2 October Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty Cavan, to Kirby: 1872 Sends him Peter's Pence and £5. 2pp

256 3 October Holograph letter from + Daniel Mc Gettigan, Armagh, to 1872 Kirby: Sends Peter's Pence £506-12-6. Asks favours. 4pp

257 3 October Holograph letter from W.M. Lee, Bray, to Kirby: 1872 Instructions for new monstrance. 4pp

258 3 October Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Ryan, Presentation Convent, 1872 Cashel, to Kirby: Thanking him for letter. Praying for Miss Clancey. 4pp

259 3 October Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, to Kirby: 1872 Deplores the fact that vagrant priests are being accepted by the bishops rather than their own and has drawn Cardinal Cullen's attention to the matter. Such a position leaves government of a See almost impossible, especially in a poor diocese. Also that Propaganda issue a decree on the subject and make suggestions. 4pp

260 5 October Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1872 Sends £645-17-10 for Pope and £5 for Kirby. 2pp

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261 5 October Holograph letter from M. Cullen, Prospect [sister], to 1872 Kirby: Personal letter [to Cullen]. 4pp

262 6 October Holograph letter from F.G. Painezza, Anticamera Pontifico, 1872 to Kirby: Audience today, Sunday, for Cardinal Cullen. 1pp

263 7 October Holograph letter from L. Redmond, Wexford Street, Dublin, 1872 to Kirby: Seeks favour - application for dispensation that his daughter may marry a Protestant. 4pp

264 7 October Holograph letter from Maurice Sheehan C.C., Fedamore, 1872 Co. Limerick, to Kirby: Seeks favours; faculties to bless beads etc. 8pp

265 9 October Holograph letter from P. Kinsella, Coffey's Hotel, Bridge 1872 St., Dublin, to Kirby: Letter of curate who has been expelled from his new curacy because he was not on time to say Sunday Mass on the day after his transfer. Asks Kirby to explain matter to Cardinal Cullen.

266 9 October Holograph letter from + E. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1872 Sending one new student. Directs Kirby regarding disposal of burses. 4pp

267 9 October Holograph letter from G. Maher, Tivoli, to Kirby: 1872 Introducing man who has grapes for sale. 1p

268 10 October Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks favour. Sends Pastoral requested by Monsignor Jacobini in connection with the General Council. 1p

269 10 October Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena del S. Cuore di Gesù, 1872 S. S. Pietro e Marcellino, to Kirby: Mother superior is sick. Now enclosed - Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena to Kirby of 22 November 1865, with spiritual matters.

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270 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

271 11 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Scholastica, Ursuline 1872 Convent, Cork, to Kirby: Informs him of death of his friend, Sr. Patrick [Maher]. 3pp

272 13 October Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: Seeks 1872 three dispensations. 3pp

273 14 October Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, St. Mary's Orphanage, 1872 Blackheath Park, London, to Kirby: Intends visiting Rome in November. 2pp

274 14 October Holograph letter from W.M. Lee, Bray, to Kirby: 1872 Instructions regarding design of monstrance. 4pp

275 14 October Holograph letter from H. O' Farrell, P.P., Cratloe, to Kirby: 1872 Sends £30 for new student [nephew] coming to Rome. [Edward Ryan]. 2pp

276 15 October Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: 1872 Informs him of violence done by Parish Priest to parishioner. 8pp

277 15 October Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: 1872 Recommends two new students [Charles Hegarty and James Maguire]. 1p

278 16 October Holograph letter from Sr. Maria del Salvatore, Lauretana, to 1872 Kirby: Informs him of death of Miss Cleary. 2pp

279 16 October Holograph letter from Herbert Vaughan, Mill Hill, London 1872 N.W., to Kirby: Introduces Mr. And Mrs. Moore of Canada. 1p

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280 16 October Holograph letter from William Hegarty, P.P., Parish of 1872 Lower Badoney, Tyrone, to Kirby: Sends £30 for use of bearer, his nephew Charles, who is a new student. 1p

281 17 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. del Salvatore, Lauretana, to 1872 Kirby: Wants instructions regarding burial of Miss Cleary. 2pp

282 17 October Holograph letter from D. Coveney, Enniskeane, Co. Cork, 1872 to Kirby: Thanks for gifts and gives news of opening for new church. 4pp

283 17 October Holograph letter from P.M. Mc Carthy, C.C., Macroom, to 1872 Kirby: thanks for oil painting. 3pp

284 18 October Holograph letter from Cananico G.B. Gioccardi, Fossano, 1872 to Kirby: Informing him that Alessandrina, Contessa di Cambungano is ill and also her wish to have a Papal Blessing. 3pp

285 18 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. di Sales, St. Nicholas, 1872 Newtownforbes, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 12pp

286 18 October Holograph letter from + Patrick Duggan, Loughrea, to 1872 Kirby: Sends offering of diocese of Clonfert, £253-1-6. 2pp

287 20 October Holograph letter from Sr. M. Evangelist Forde, Mercy 1872 Convent, Baggot Street, to Kirby: Asks him to have novenas offered. 3pp

288 20 October Holograph letter from Sr. M.A. Cullen, Presentation 1872 Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Thanks him for the treat. Edward Cullen has died since Cardinal left. Asks favours. Encloses letter for Cardinal. 3pp

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289 20 October Holograph letter from Sr. M.E. Forde, Mercy Convent, 1872 Baggot Street, to Kirby; sends £3 for favour. 1p

290 21 October Holograph letter from T. Mc Crystal, Armagh, to Kirby: 1872 Writing in the name of Archbishop for dispensation. 4pp

291 21 October Holograph letter from G. Maher, Tivoli, to Kirby: 1872 Communication regarding buying of ornaments for college. 1p

292 22 October Holograph letter from Timothy Donovan, Cathedral 1872 Church, Bugle St., Southampton, to Kirby: Speaks highly of advance of Church in Ireland. 4pp

293 23 October Holograph letter from A.F. Scully, St. Patrick's College, 1872 Thurles, to Kirby: Thanks for gift and cordial greetings. Spirit in College best in years. Waterford to have new co- adjutor soon. 4pp

294 23 October Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, asks him to 1872 tell Cardinal not to leave Rome for some time, as the painters are still in his house. Callan retreat was a great success - 400 abandoning the cause of Schism. Bringing news [Mercy from Athy] to Callan. Dr. Forde poorly. 3pp

295 23 October Holograph letter from Cananico G.B. Gioccardi, Fossano, 1872 to Kirby: Thanks on behalf of Contessa di Cambungano, for Papal Blessing. 3pp

296 23 October Holograph letter from Robert C. Kearney, 16 Schweden 1872 Place, Hamburg, to Kirby: Asks him to keep him informed on some case which interests him. 4pp

297 24 October Holograph letter from Sr. [Mary] [Claire] [], to Kirby: 1872 Personal letter. 12pp

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298 24 October Holograph letter from + J.P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Asks 1872 him to get permission for the Parish Priest of Lurgan to stay abroad sufficiently long to make a collection for a new church which he had to build to accommodate the increased population. 5pp

299 24 October Holograph letter from + William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: 1872 Introduces a friend Mrs. McNamara. 2pp

300 25 October Holograph letter from + William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: 1872 Asks for dispensation after mission in Kinsale. Year has been very wet and crops are bad. 3pp.

301 25 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Thanks him for prayers from Baron Vincenti. Asks him to procure from Leonardi a sketch of the tabernacle. Discusses the disposal of Miss Cleary's property. 4pp

302 25 October Holograph letter from [J..] Dodsworth, Hotel de Latan, 1872 [Monsigny], Suisse, to Kirby: Tells him of [his] trips in Switzerland. 4pp

303 25 October Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Introducing Miss Grene. 3pp

304 26 October Holograph letter from Robert C. Kearney, c/o M. Dubochet, 1872 Montreux, Switzerland, to Kirby: Writer had a barony conferred on him by the Holy Father and wishes to have instructions regarding its acceptance. 4pp

305 27 October Holograph letter from Joseph Kavanagh, Carlow, to Kirby: 1872 Asks for favour. 3pp

306 28 October Holograph letter from Fr. Donanico Jacobini, Rome, to 1872 Kirby: Vendor of pious objects wishes to interest Kirby in his wares. Name is Francesco de Felicis. 1p

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307 28 October Holograph letter from P. Nolan, Bishop's House, Waterford, 1872 to Kirby: Asks him if he has received Peter's Pence sent to him last month. Mentions meeting regarding proposed adjutor. Enclosing two membership tickets for the Waterford Catholic Temperance Society with Nolan's comments overleaf. 3 items.

308 29 October Holograph letter from F. De La Poer, Hotel Molano, Via 1872 Gregoriana, to Kirby: Asks him to make arrangements with audience for friends. 3pp

309 1 November Holograph letter from + P. Cardinal Cullen, College des 1872 Irlandais, Paris, to Kirby: Has arrived safely in Paris. Great deal of damage done to property in Tuscany and Lombardy. Too tired to go to Rouen, will go straight home. Seeing Nuncio today. 2pp

310 1 November Holograph letter from Joseph Burke, Bray, to Kirby: Seeks 1872 renewal of faculties. Canon Forde no better. 2pp

311 2 November Holograph letter from Michael Kelly, M.S.S., House of 1872 Missions, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: Was ordained yesterday. Outlines duties as M.S.S. Thanking Dr. Kirby: 4pp

312 4 November Holograph letter from R. Foran, C.C., Waterford, to Kirby: 1872 Applies for marriage dispensation. 4pp

313 4 November Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1872 Kirby: Sends money for Masses. English papers had it that Cardinal Cullen would be Pius IX's successor. O' Keefe inclined to sue Dr. Moran also. 4pp

314 5 November Holograph letter from Joseph Dalton, S. J., St. Ignatius', 1872 Richmond, Melbourne, to Kirby: Thanking him for favour and asks for another. 3pp

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315 5 November Holograph letter from + E. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks marriage dispensation. 4pp

316 6 November Holograph letter from + D. O' Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1872 Delighted at the prospect of being relieved from his Episcopal duties. Recommends Fr. Fitzgerald, P.P., Carrick on Suir, as co-adjutor. Asks him to use his influence and have writer's wishes carried out. 3pp

317 6 November Holograph letter from L. Redmond, Baggot Street, Dublin, 1872 to Kirby: Layman seeks a reply to his request for dispensation for the marriage of his daughter to a Protestant. 4pp

318 8 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Arrived yesterday after stormy channel crossing. Mgr. Forde undergoing questions tomorrow, critical. Mission went well in Callan; Fr. O'Keefe as bad as ever. Protestant papers extol him and Presbyterian Synods pass votes of confidence in him and are having collections for him. Trial likely to take place on December 8th. Cananico Jacobini and Mgr. Lucidi, D.C.L., must be brought for trial; make arrangements, expenses will be paid. Will telegraph immediately date of trial is fixed. 4pp

319 10 November Holograph letter from A. Bennett, Claremont House, 1872 Waterloo, Liverpool, to Kirby: Sends him present of book 5pp

320 10 November Holograph letter from Richard Seymour, P.P., 1872 Carrigtwohill, to Kirby: Seeks favour- marriage dispensation. 2pp

321 11 November Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Propaganda, to 1872 Kirby: Receipt for request for Mary Cleary, 300 gold lire. 1p

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322 11 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. J. Ryan, Presentation Convent, 1872 Cashel, to Kirby: Expresses grief at Miss Cleary's death. Seeks favours. 4pp

323 12 November Holograph letter from Joseph D'Arcy, Monkstown, Cork, to 1872 Kirby: Has received pension money from Italian Government but anxious to get back money. John F. Maguire is dead. Liberation of Rome likely to take place early next Spring as Henri V is determined to do something and preparations are being made. 4pp

324 12 November Holograph letter from + P. Dorian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Details for dispensation. 3pp

325 13 November Holograph letter from + John J. Lynch, Toronto, Canada, to 1872 Kirby: Introducing Judge Clarke, a Protestant, and asks Kirby to procure an audience for him. Church progressing favourably. 2pp

326 14 November Holograph letter from Paul Cullen, Victoria Park., 1872 Liverpool, to Kirby: Sends letter for delivery to a Passionist Father [Vincent]. 2pp

327 14 November Holograph letter from William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: 1872 Application for marriage dispensation. 1p

328 14 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Sends letter from Fr. Dooley who thinks Dr. O' Brien has written saying that it was through the malice of some priest that Dr. Murray's name was put on the list. Date of trial not fixed but it will not be before 8th December. Fr. O' Keefe has sent a telegram stating that Drs. MacHale, MacEvilly, Moriarty and Russell and two parish Priests from Ossory will give evidence for O' Keefe. 3pp

329 16 November Holograph letter from P. Kelly, Mountrath, to Kirby: 1872 Informs him of change of address. 2pp

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330 17 November [Does not exist - Mistake in dating]. 1872

331 17 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen to Kirby: 1872 Date of trial likely to be fixed for 15th December. Will send telegram immediately date has been fixed so that canonist can start eight days before trial. Hopes for Dr. Forde have been given up by doctors. He will be a big loss for the trial. Dr. MacEvilly has devised statement that he would give evidence for Fr. O' Keefe. Weather bad. William Cullen struggling along. Dr. Leonard to be consecrated on December 15th. Dr. O' Brien against Dr. Murray as co- adjutor. Asks Kirby to speak to Propaganda on the matter. 3pp

332 18 November Telegram from Robert Kearney, Geneva, to Kirby: Asks 1872 whether his affair is safe to be arranged. 1p

333 19 November Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Instructs him to transfer £900 to account of Presentation Convent, Cashel from Peter's Pence, Limerick. 1p

334 21 November Holograph letter from M. Kelly, M.S. S., House of 1872 Missions, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: Greeting from past students. 3pp

335 21 November Holograph letter from + G. Conroy, Longford, to Kirby: 1872 Greetings. News of St. Mel's College. Hopes to have plans for new church in Carrick-on-Suir soon. Recommends three persons from whom a dean of the chapter is to be selected. Prefers a Fr. Evans. 4pp

336 22 November Holograph letter from Hugh Gladstone, The Albany, 1872 Liverpool, to Kirby: Thanks of very grateful convert. 4pp

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337 23 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks £50 for Propaganda. Explains the plight of a Fr. Curley in Buenos Aires, head of an Irish colony of 30, 000 and is not getting any sufficient support from the Archbishop there. Date of trial will be fixed tomorrow. Voting in Waterford, as follows - Dr. Fitzgerald 14 votes, Dr. Power 10 votes, Dr. Murray 10 votes, 5 votes scattered among two or three other priests. Dr. Forde improved. 3pp

338 24 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Telegram. Trial deferred until next February. Witnesses not required. 1p

339 24 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Explains telegram. Fr. O' Keefe opposed postponement of trial because a new law, allowing Catholic jurors will come into force on January 11th. Whiteside seems to have acted fairly in deferring trial. Fr. O' Keefe lost three other cases and swore solemnly that he was not suspended. Fr. O' Keefe has been ordered to appear on trial for having assaulted Mm. Harkin, a school inspector. Inform Cardinal Jacobini and Mgr. Lucidi that trial has been deferred. Dr. Forde improved. Bad weather. France and Belgium sending over potatoes. Election in Derry yesterday. Protestant and Presbyterian elected due to split in both party. 4pp

340 24 November Holograph letter from Mary H. Parker, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Greeting to him. 4pp

341 24 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Mercy 1872 Convent, Longford, to Kirby: Greetings to him. 8pp

342 25 November Holograph letter from D. Foley, Parish Priest, Tarbert, 1872 Kerry, to Kirby: Seeks favour - Marriage dispensation. 4pp

343 25 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Note lost previous letters have gone astray. 1p

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344 25 November Holograph letter from + E. Butler, Limerick, to Kirby: 1872 Sends Peter's Pence, £1,292 -7 -1 and asks £20 as rewards for students obtaining high passes in exams. 4pp

345 27 November Telegram from Robert Kearney, Gibraltar, to Kirby: 1872 Reiterating question about his affair. 1p

346 27 November Holograph letter from + Joseph Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for favour. Has ordered general communion in diocese of Raphoe for Holy Father. 2pp

347 28 November Holograph letter from + Patrick Duggan, Loughrea, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for favour and seeks another. 2pp

348 28 November Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Further instructions regarding petition for dispensation. 3pp

349 29 November Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Dublin, to Kirby: 1872 Asks Kirby to explain to Propaganda the arrangement regarding the handing of Newcastle to writer on payment of £900 damages on church there, contrary to arrangement made by Propaganda that it was under Dr. Polding's jurisdiction with his death. Has been successful in getting priests in Ireland. 7pp

350 29 November Holograph letter from Adelaide Forbes, Castle Forbes, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for two pictures. 2pp

351 29 November Holograph letter from Lord Grannard, Castle Forbes, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for remembrance. Cardinal looking well. 4pp

352 30 November Holograph letter from Alessandrina, Contessa di C., 1872 Fossano, to Kirby: Greetings. Wishes to receive letter from Kirby. 4pp

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353 30 November Holograph letter from Sr. M. Ignatius Gaynor, Mercy 1872 Convent, Mount St. Joseph, La., U.S. A., to Kirby: Tells him of mission in Red Indian town. 4pp

354 1 December Holograph letter from John Taffe, Smarmore, Co. Louth, to 1872 Kirby: Asks him to apply to Pope for release from any censure that may be on his family since Charles II gave to his ancestor, the Duke of Carlingford, the property, including the church at Smarmore. Enclosing handwritten copy from treasury - 1 October 1829. 2 items.

355 1 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: It would be as well, if possible, to stop Monsignor Curley. First meeting of Catholic Union held on 26th of November. Lord Granard was president. O'Keeffe case. Dr Moran has got some Sisters of Mercy to Callan and convent will be opened on 8th of December. Fr maher still holding out, also William Cullen. Weather severe. 2pp

356 2 December Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1872 Presents £800 Peter's Pence to the Pope. 2pp

357 2 December Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1872 Sends copy of seminar preached by him on the Dogma of Infallibility to Mgr. Jacobini, also a copy to Kirby. 3pp

358 3 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Thanks for picture of Sacred Heart. Describes both Doctors Fitzgerald and Power the first and second in Waterford election. Dr. Leahy in favour of Power, Dr. O' Brien in favour of Fitzgerald. 3pp

359 4 December Holograph letter from Francis Crimmins, Kerry, to Kirby: 1872 Asks for favour. Past students doing well. 4pp

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360 4 December Holograph letter from P. Slattery, St. John's, Newfoundland, 1872 to Kirby: Dr. Power is improving but must go to Europe for health reasons. Wishes to have his letters redirected to the residence of the Bishop of Liverpool. 2pp

361 5 December Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1872 Callan - Fr. O' Keefe's adherents number 1, 200; the rest 2, 200. The Stations of the Cross for the Cathedral have arrived from Paris. Grandest in Ireland - about £20 each. 4pp

362 5 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Fr. Maher has received Papal Blessing and is improved. Sends £561-4-8 for Pope. Dr. Forde improved. Worried as to how priest can be made to pay their debt, seeks advice from Propaganda on the matter. Fr. O' K [Keefe] versus Fr. Walsh, ex-curate coming up next week. 4pp

363 10 December Holograph letter from + P. Dorrian, Belfast, to Kirby: 1872 Further communication regarding dispensation for mixed marriage. 2pp

364 11 December Holograph letter from + Spiridione Maddalena of Corfu to 1872 Kirby: Christmas greetings. 3pp

365 11 December Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Sends three books by Sig. Robertson for presentation to Pope. 2pp

366 12 December Holograph letter from Hugh Gladstone, Liverpool, to Kirby: 1872 Grateful convert, thanking Kirby for letter and informing him of his intention of becoming a Jesuit novice. 4pp

367 12 December Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: 1872 Thanking him for dealing so efficiently with Corcoran case. 4pp

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368 13 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Patients better. Dr. Moran has opened new convent in Callan, which will put an end to the schism. Dr. Moran and Dr. Conroy for Dr. Leonard's consecration on Sunday next. Sends £150 to Pope, the present of a convert. 3pp

369 15 December Holograph letter from [niece] Lizzie Butler, Blackrock, to 1872 Kirby: Christmas greetings. 4pp

370 15 December Holograph letter from John J. Curley, Buenos Aires, to 1872 Kirby: Sends letter for re-delivery to Sig. Laureato Carboni. 1p

371 16 December Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, 1872 to Kirby: Has completed visitation. Extremely short of priests and French priests who cannot speak English are making no headway. Regarding possibility of appointing a Marist Bishop to See of Wellington. 8pp

372 16 December Holograph letter from + D. O' Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1872 Expresses hope that Dr. Fitzgerald will be made co-adjutor. Christmas greetings 3pp

373 17 December Holograph letter from Catherine Straker, Frascati, to Kirby: 1872 Hopes that parcel which she has left in College will be delivered to its destination. Christmas greetings. 4pp

374 17 December Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, Killarney, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks dispensation as soon as possible in case of mixed marriage. 4pp

375 18 December Holograph letter from R. Foran, C.C., Waterford, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks marriage dispensation. 3pp

376 18 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Introducing Mrs. Browne, a convert. 1p

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377 18 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: O' Keefe has sworn that he appealed to Cardinal and Propaganda and in neither case was he answered, which can be proved false. Asks Kirby to get certain evidence for O' Keefe trial frmo Propaganda and send it on. 4pp

378 19 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Send evidence as soon as possible. Fr. O' Keefe won case against one of his curates, Fr. Walshe. Dr. Forde not improving quickly enough to give evidence. People of Callan leaving O' Keefe. Dr. Leonard consecrated last Sunday in Cabra. Weather. National Board have passed a law decreasing power of Parish Priests and some Bishops, for example, Delaney, Moriarty and Butler have given in. Meeting will have to be held to settle matters. Christmas greetings. 4pp

379 19 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. B. Magurite, Mercy Convent, 1872 Longford, to Kirby: Thanking him for privileges and gifts received. 3pp

380 20 December Holograph letter from + George Conroy, Longford, to 1872 Kirby: Seeks dispensation. Christmas greetings. 3pp

381 20 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Addololorato, Roma, to Kirby: 1872 Sends back 50 Lire which she borrowed. Christmas greetings. 1p

382 20 December Holograph letter from Sr. M.J. Bernard Hackett and Sr. M. 1872 Peter, Ursulines, to Kirby: Christmas greetings. 4pp

383 20 December Holograph letter from Antonio [Gongoro] a Mige, Roma, to 1872 Kirby: Sends him an offering. Christmas greetings. 4pp

384 21 December Holograph letter from + Patrick Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1872 Seeks two dispensations. Has received £900. Christmas greetings. 3pp

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385 21 December Holograph letter from John Ryan, Rome, to Kirby: 1872 Thanking him for charity extended in hour of need. 1p

386 22 December Holograph letter from Alex. F. Scully, St. Patrick's College, 1872 Thurles, to Kirby: Thanking him. Seeks favour. Christmas greetings. 2pp

387 22 December Holograph letter from + Joseph Murray, Liverpool, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for explaining things at Propaganda. Christmas greetings. Regarding Michael Gregan, student. 4pp

388 23 - 24 Holograph letter from Lord Granard, Castle Forbes, to December Kirby: Thanking him for Papal Blessing. Address will soon 1872 be ready for dispatch to Rome. Union has made energetic remonstrances to Mr. Gladstone against the spoliation of religious houses. Enclosing handwritten copy letter from Granard to Earl of Granville K.G., dated 2/12/1872, to illustrate his endeavours. Would like it if Fr. Evers, Parish Priest, who received writer into the Church was made a Monsignor. 2 items.

389 23 December Holograph letter from W.M. Lee, Bray, to Kirby: Christmas 1872 greetings. Further instruction regarding monstrance. Seeks work of an artist from Perugia called Massini. States that Vincenzo Pallotti sent him to Maynooth. 4pp

390 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

391 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

392 23 December Holograph letter from + W. Lanigan, Goulbourn, to Kirby: 1872 Sends £172 to Pope. Last census 1871 gave his diocese as 22, 500 Catholics, about one third of population. 4pp

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393 23 December Holograph letter from + W. Lanigan, Goulbourn, to Kirby: 1872 Sends photograph of St. Albury's, a new church, and seeks favours for its builder Fr. Mc Avoy, who has built twelve churches and two convents in the Diocese. 4pp

394 23 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Thinks Dr. Murray suitable for Waterford, but Dr. O' Brien terribly keen on Dr. Fitzgerald. Encloses letter warning against the unsuitability of Dr. Fitzgerald and putting Dr. Murray before Dr. Mooney, Parish Priest. 4pp

395 24 December Holograph letter from + William Keane, Queenstown, to 1872 Kirby: Sends half yearly offering £270 and £10 for Dr. Kirby. 4pp

396 24 December Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colanta Angeli, Assisi, to 1872 Kirby: Thanking him for gift. 2pp

397 27 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Writer convoked a meeting of Bishops to discuss new legislation of Board of Education requiring managers of national schools to give to their teachers three months notice when dismissing them. In February, the Government will bring up the question of Irish University Education. Fr. O' Keefe determined to go through with case. 4pp

398 27 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. G. O' Donoghue, Mercy 1872 Convent, Clonakilty, to Kirby: Thanking him for donation. 4pp

399 28 December Holograph letter from Sr. M.E. Gallivey, Sisters of Charity, 1872 Waterford, to Kirby: Thanking him of donation of £7. 4pp

400 28 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. P. Maher, Mercy Convent, 1872 Skibbereen, to Kirby: Thanking him for donation. 4pp

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401 28 December Holograph letter from + J. Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: Has 1872 just completed visitation. Describes growth of church since he first came. 2pp

402 29 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1872 Kirby: Has read Pope's allocution and it is likely to have a great effect. All bishops have answered his call to have a meeting except Tuam, Kerry and Limerick and they say it is useless. O' Keefe versus Cullen case coming off in February. Sends questions to be answered by Monsignor Jacobini and Monsignor Lucidi [Italian]. 4pp

403 31 December Holograph letter from Edward McNamara, Verdan Terrace, 1872 Cork, to Kirby: Thanking him for kindness extended while on a visit to Rome. 4pp

404 31 December Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stonington, 1872 Connecticut., U.S. A., to Kirby: Personal letter. 6pp

405 'Feast of the Holograph letter from Sr. M. M. O'Hagan, [], to Kirby: Holy Father Thanks for gift of £5. [The dating may refer to Pius IX's 1872' name day - 24th June - or a number of other dates connected with his office]. 4pp

1 1 January Holograph letter from M.J. Condon, Carmelite Convent, 1873 Tullow, to Kirby: Notes the increase of wealth in the Taffe family. 7pp

2 1 January Holograph letter from John Mc Carthy, Macroom, to Kirby: 1873 Message not arrived by mail. 2pp

3 2 January Holograph letter from + James Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: [1874] Find £240 and letter to his Holiness from his clergy and himself. 3pp [this letter is certainly of 1874 - see Kirby's out going letter records. It was digitised in this place.]

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4 2 January Holograph letter from + D. Moriarty, The Palace, Killarney, 1873 to Kirby: Introduces Mr. Denis Shine Lawlor. 2pp

5 31 January Holograph letter from G. Conrado, Collegis Urbano de 1873 Prep. Fide, to Kirby: Invitation to dinner for 6th.

6 4 January Holograph letter from La Poer, [], to Kirby: Sends £200 for 1873 Papal collection of tomorrow. 1p

7 5 January Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, New 1873 Zealand, to Kirby: Asks Kirby to personally reply to Cardinal Barnabo concerning Fr Grange. He can't prove himself not to belong to this diocese so Croke believes that he can keep him. 6pp

8 5 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Fr. O' Keefe will go to law - trial probably in February. Dr. Forde unwell. Please do what you can for lawsuit. Lord Mayor and Corporation at mass today. Cullen preached on the persecution of the church. 3pp

9 6 January Holograph letter from Charles B. Barr, Pittsburgh, 1873 Pennsylvania, U.S. A., to Kirby: He sent on books. Find present. 3pp

10 6 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. De Sales, Newtownforbes, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for gifts. Lord Granard and Lady Adelaide were here for Christmas and mid-night mass. Spiritual matters. Worry about extension to convent. 8pp

11 6 January Holograph letter from Contessa di Cambungano, [], to 1873 Kirby: Thank-you for the 'Osservatino'. Find money congratulations on address to Pope. 4pp

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12 7 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen to Kirby: 1873 Bishops' meeting will be on January 21st. He will send message to Pope and German Hierarchy and address to his own people on the persecution of the church. The education question should come well except for Dr. Moriarty. Fr. O' Keefe on action against Dr. Moran. The case against writer will probably be at the beginning of next month. 4pp

13 10 January Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Violet Hill, Newry, 1873 to Kirby: Sends £5 for work done. Congratulations on address to the Pope. 2pp

14 10 January Holograph letter from [possibly Anne Bennett], Claremount 1873 House, Waterloo, Liverpool, to Kirby: Thanks for kind wishes in letter. Spiritual thoughts. [Her] cousin Hugh Gladstone is impressed by his kindness. He is a good Catholic. Saw [her] cousin the Premier lately; looking greatly aged and melancholy because of present day beliefs. Though he prefers a firm belief in the doctrine of the Church of Ireland, writer cannot help thinking that he has lost belief and confidence in its doctrine to other modern beliefs. Just heard the astounding news of the Emperor's death. The clouds are very dark. Staying at her eldest daughter's residence. [writer may possibly be Anne Bennett a cousin of Gladstone - see KIR/1871/67 and /87] 4pp

15 12 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 His V.G. Mgr. Forde is in extremes. His trial may be at the end of February. He will send word and it will be necessary that the two witnesses Mgr. Lucidi and Canon Jacobini come at once. Send all evidence from Rome and letters of O' Keefe to Propaganda by the two men. The Judge Whiteside is for O' Keefe. Let's hope for some Catholics on the jury. 4pp

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16 12 January Holograph letter from John Dermeade, [], to Kirby: Thanks 1873 for presenting petition to Pope and getting a favourable reply.Returns to India tomorrow and would like to have documentary evidence that his Protestant marriage has now got the blessing of the Holy Father. 3pp

17 13 January Holograph letter from William J. Dunne V.G., Hobart 1873 Town, [address given St. Thomas's Church, Fulham, London], to Kirby: Please fix up the place in preparation for John Roper. 4pp

18 13 January Holograph letter from John Dawson, Brecon, South Wales, 1873 to Kirby: Introduces Mr. and Mrs. Ryan. 4pp

19 13 January Holograph letter from + James Murray, Liverpool, to Kirby: 1873 Has presented his wants to Propaganda and Paris and has every hope of getting good financial assistance for Maitland. Asks for a favour from Cardinal Barnabo. 4pp

20 14 January Holograph letter from + Francis Kelly, Derry, to Kirby: Mr. 1873 Thomas Rogers not going back to Rome [health reasons] but instead to Maynooth. Mr. John Hasson going out. 1p

21 15 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cullen, [], to Kirby: Have got 1873 Cardinal Barnabo's letter. The Preliminary process is over. Today he sung a Requiem Mass for Mgr. Forde. He is a great loss to Dublin. Fr. O' Keefe will profit by it as I have lost a good adviser. [Italian]. 4pp

22 15 January Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1873 Eulogy on Dr. Forde V.G. R.I.P. Proceedings against by O' Keefe. Trial O' Keefe versus Cardinal Cullen 'may be said to have commenced. 4pp

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23 16 January Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, [], to Kirby: Trial may 1873 be on February 10th or 11th. Give Roman witness sufficient travelling expenses. Decussion of legal point of case. Hopes they will send a good Bishop to Waterford. 4pp

24 16 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Clare, [], to Kirby: Spiritual 1873 matters. 4pp

25 17 January Holograph letter from Bne. De Montdéving, Toulouse, to 1873 Kirby: Asks Kirby to approach the Pope on her behalf. Includes note by Kirby dated 30th January stating that he sent a memorial in her name to Cardinal Monaco. 4pp

26 19 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 No date fixed yet for trial. Mr. Butt, O' Keefe's lawyer has thrown up his brief. Bishops meeting will be on January 21st. Dr. Conroy has already written a June pastoral. He hopes there is no opposition to the dedication of Ireland to the Sacred Heart. They have prepared the letters to the Pope and Bishops of Germany as also a pastoral to their own people. Of Rome pursuits, writer will ask to have another synod next August like that of Thurles. The Propaganda have sent an excellent letter about the meeting. 3pp

27 21 January Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1873 Bishops meeting tomorrow. Education. Situation in Callan. 4pp

28 21 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: The 1873 meeting went very well and as planned. No date for trial yet. There were twenty-four bishops at the meeting. Dr. MacHale wasn't there. They have decided to have another National Council. 4pp

29 21 January Holograph letter from + Giovanni Simeoni, Propaganda 1873 Fide, to Kirby: Sends questionnaire in relation to Joseph Roper. 1p

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30 22 January Holograph letter from S. M. Chatard, [], to Kirby: Sends 1873 [his/her] two works on the origin of Gallicanism and St. Peter's Roman Pontificate. 1p

31 22 January Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, to Kirby: 1873 The Franciscans are leaving his diocese without any consultation with him. One, Rev. James O' Mahoney, an Irishman wishes to remain. Would Kirby get permission? Though the Franciscans think so, the writer is not embarrassed as he has got five young priests [three Irish and two French]. What about Wellington? Rumour says, the Marists will leave if an Irishman is appointed. 4pp

32 23 January Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1873 Is due £20 from College property - if the revolutionaries have not had it destroyed. £10 per annum. 4pp

33 24 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Sends pastoral adopted at meeting. He will send the Pope's letter. They are waiting for Dr. MacHale's signature. No date yet for trial. O' Keefe's case suffering by delay. 2pp

34 24 January Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stonington, 1873 Connecticut, USA, to Kirby: She thinks she would like to go to Rome to see him if she had the money. Thanks for money sent on. Family matters. 8pp

35 25 January Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: 1873 Bishops meeting went very well. His Eminence was very diplomatic. Agreement was reached on the Education question. Weather and high prices make life hard for the poor. 3pp

36 25 January Holograph letter from Bartholomew Teeling, Secretary, 13 1873 Henrietta St., Dublin, to Kirby: Sends address for Pope from Catholic Union of Ireland and letter to Cardinal Antonelli from the Earl of Granard, President of Catholic Union. 1p

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37 26 January Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Sends letter for Pope signed by all the Bishops except Dr. Moriarty. You should have by now the document giving you power to fight for any condition you wish. No time fixed for trial yet. Whiteside is very prejudiced but there are three Catholic judges, O' Brien, Fitzgerald, and Barry. Hope you will be able to see the vineyard and get cash for it. 2pp

38 27 January Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, New 1873 South Wales, to Kirby: If it is true, very sorry to hear that Dr. Murray has been changed from Maitland to Waterford. Please explain to Cardinal Barnabo the state of the diocese of Adelaide as a result of Dr. Polding's action. Dr. Polding has written to the Propaganda about the insubordination of the Dominican nuns in Adelaide to the Administor of the diocese. Writer's diocese is doing well. The nuns in Bathurst are excellent and their schools received special mention from the Colonial Secretary, Mr. Parkes, with whom the writer taught for five years. they are short of priests as the population of Catholics has increased by one third on account of the gold and copper mine discovery. They are opening many new female religious houses. 4pp

39 27 January Holograph letter from J.A. Hoare, Superior General, 1873 Christian Schools, North Richmond Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Please convey this letter to Cardinal Barnabo. 1p

40 27 January Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, [], to Kirby: Writer 1873 sent letter to the Pope yesterday signed by twenty-seven bishops. He also asked for permission to hold a plenary synod. 3pp

41 28 January Holograph letter from + J. Murray, 59 Eccles St., Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Ship with two priests and eight nuns for Maitland leaving London on the 15th. Writer may take Mr. Cregan for Maitland. If he does he will let Kirby know. He has every hope of the Cardinal winning the case for which no date has yet been fixed. Please get permission at once for Archdeacon Russell to accompany the nuns. 4pp

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42 28 January Holograph letter from Sr. M. Seguine, Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 2pp

43 28 January Holograph letter from James Murray, Parish Priest, 1873 Parsonstown [Diocese of Meath], to Kirby: Please get faculties renewed for him. 1p

44 29 and 31 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Francis Clare, Convent of January 1873 Poor Clares, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, to Kirby: Introduces Père de Bray. His miracles prove him a Saint. Our Blessed Lady directed him to promote the Archconfraternity of the Holy Angels. He wishes to be released from his vows in the Society of Jesus. Now attached - Holograph letter from Henry Fornby, St. Peter's Priory, Hinchley, urging that de Bray goes to Rome to test and prove his mission, dated 31 January 1873. Handwritten form with blanks from the Archconfraternity of Our Lady of the Angels, Toulouse/G.B. branch dated 1872. 3 items.

45 21 January Holograph letter from Hugh Cullen, St. Joseph's Mount, 1873 Oak Hill Park, Broad Green, Liverpool, to Kirby: Please say masses for his intentions which is his children's' education. 2pp

46 31 January Holograph letter from C. Buckley, P.P., Battevant, to Kirby: 1873 Please get marriage dispensation. 2pp

47 1 February Holograph letter from + James Murray, 59 Eccles St., 1873 Dublin, to Kirby: The nuns and priests have left for Australia. Writer is getting more nuns in Kingston. He is adopting Mr. Cregan from Dr. Butler of Limerick. There is a rumour that a Fr. Grey, an English Benedictine, may be appointed co-adjutor to Dr. Polding - may God forbid. The Cardinal is sick.

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48 2 February Holograph letter from P. J. Tynan, 59 Eccles St., Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: The power of attorney to sell the vineyard will be sent tomorrow. His Eminence wishes Kirby to know that the trial may not come off until after Easter. His Eminence is 'a little unwell'. 3pp

49 3 February Holograph letter from John Mc Carthy, Macroom, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for painting. 2pp

50 3 February Holograph letter from + James Mc Devitt [Bishop of 1873 Raphoe], Hotel de la Ville, Venice, to Kirby: Thanks for letters and kindness. Dr. Conroy, Dr. McCormack and writer are enjoying their trip home. 3pp

51 3 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, 59 Eccles St., 1873 Dublin, to Kirby: The trial is put off again. He is feeling better. 2pp

52 3 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Sends power of attorney regarding selling of vineyard. There will probably be no trial until after Easter. 2pp

53 5 February Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: 1873 National Education system National Synod. Callan. [letter missing].

54 5 February Holograph letter from P.F. Flynn, S. S. Peters and Paul's, 1873 Clonmel, to Kirby: Thanks for Papal Blessing on his work in America. The school is magnificent. He has £5000 collected. He is now very contented there. Please get renewal of his scapular faculties. When are they getting their new bishop? 4pp

55 5 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. del Salvatore, Religiosa del 1873 Buon Pastore, to Kirby: Please bless girl she is sending to him. Trivial matters. 3pp

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56 7 February Holograph letter from + M. Flannery, Paris, to Kirby: 1873 Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Moore. 2pp

57 7 February Holograph letter from C.C. di C., Fossano, Piedmont, to 1873 Kirby: Please get scapulars. 4pp

58 7 February Holograph letter from J.J. Taylor, Maryborough, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for £20 [see KIR/1873/32] - two years interest on the £200. Find £10 as a present for the College. 4pp

59 8 February Holograph letter from Theresa M. Fitzgibbon, 17 Pembroke 1873 Road, Dublin, to Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Purcell. 3pp

60 9 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Case again put off. The Dr. Duggan and Galway priests case comes off tomorrow. Mr. Harkin has a case of assault against Fr. O' Keefe. Glad to hear Dr. O' Reilly is Bishop of Liverpool. Dr. Vaughan is co-adjutor of Sydney and Dr. Fitzgerald Bishop of Waterford. I hope it is all for the best. 4pp

61 10 February Holograph letter from + J. McDevitt, Letterkenny, to Kirby: 1873 Please get dispensation. Hopes England will prevent Victor Emmanuel from confiscating Collegio Irlandese. 4pp

62 10 [January] Holograph letter from Raffaele [Sciolet], [], to Kirby: Sorry 1873 writer couldn't call. 1p. [more likely January - digitised in this place].

63 10 February Holograph letter from Rev. P. Macken, Catholic Chaplin, 1873 Nynee Tal, N.W.P., Hindustan, [India], to Kirby: Please give papers to Cardinal Barnabo as he fears they would never reach him through ordinary post in the present conditions. 2pp

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64 13 February Holograph letter from + Joe Ryan, Killaloe, to Kirby: 1873 Please get two dispensations. Please ordain Mr. O' Halloran and send him home. Ash Wednesday will be a day of prayer for the Pope. 3pp

65 14 February Holograph letter from + M. Flannery, Seminaire de St. 1873 Sulpice, Paris, to Kirby: Full permission to ordain Mr. O' Halloran. 2pp

66 15 February Holograph letter from Sr. M.B. Purcell, Presentation 1873 Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Their poor old bishop is well. Will the new bishop be Dr. Fitzgerald, Power or Cleary? Thanks for pictures. 4pp

67 16 February Holograph letter from Michael Kavanagh, St. Peter's 1873 College, Wexford, to Kirby: Sends money to pay for John Corish from his parents. Galway prosecutions are causing great excitement. Two of the priests have already won. Fr. Duggan's trial started yesterday. The statement of the English Premier on Education yesterday is a big disappointment to them. 3pp

68 15 February Holograph letter from W. M. Lee, P.P., Bray, to Kirby: Dr. 1873 Leonard the new bishop of Capetown will take the brooches to Rome. He hopes they will be in time as to be put in the monstrance. His curate Fr. Conroy will take it home. 4pp

69 17 February Holograph letter from Giovani Simeoni, della Propaganda, 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for collection from the diocese of Goulbourne. 1p

70 18 February Holograph letter from B. Teeling, Secretary, Office of the 1873 Catholic Union, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin, to Kirby: The president has directed him to forward to Kirby all the resolutions adopted at the first general meeting. Please give to the General of the Jesuits. 1p

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71 19 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Trial will be on May 17th. The Galway trials are on. They are ridiculous. Gladstone's bill is disappointing. Trinity comes off very well. Catholics get nothing. Dr. Manning advises them to accept as being the best they can get.

72 19 February Holograph letter from R. J. O' Shaughnessy, 36 Avenue de 1873 la Gare, Nice, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. John Dunbar and sister. 4pp

73 21 February Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, Abbessa 1873 della Clarisse, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Please deliver letter to the Pope. 2pp

74 22 February Holograph letter from James Quinn, Brisbane, to Kirby: 1873 Evil minded priests are working hard against religion. Writer believes not only in the infallibility of the Pope, in faith and morals, but also in obeying his every unspoken wish. 2pp

75 23 February Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Liscartan, 1873 Navan, to Kirby: The Education bill has little hope for them. All the bishops, including Dr. MacHale will meet on the 27th to discuss it. Dublin will suffer if a monster Queen's College is opened. Ireland will be dedicated to the Sacred Heart on Passion Sunday. 3pp

76 24 February Holograph letter from Peter O' Connor, Clontarf, to Kirby: 1873 Introduces Fr. James Connolly. His Eminence had a victory over Education board in taking from them power over managers. Please get faculties for Michael Casey and Fr. Thomas Kennedy for blessing etc. also for Rev. John Shanahan and himself. 5pp

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77 24 February Holograph letter from William J. Dunne, V.G., Hobart 1873 Town, Kilkenny, to Kirby: On Kirby's instructions he is sending on Joseph Roper. No one in Maynooth or All Hallows can be got to volunteer for the Hobart Town missions. 4pp

78 28 February Holograph letter from Hugh Quigley D.D., Pastor of 1873 Superior City and Bayfield, Diocese of La Gosse, to Kirby: Please send alms of vestments etc. Enclosing cutting from Catholic Review on missionaries of Lake Superior dated December 1872. 2 items.

79 27 February Holograph letter from Sr. M. Ignatius Gaynor and her 1873 community, Convent of Mercy, Mount St. Joseph's, Natchitoches LA [Louisiana], to Kirby: Thanks for Papal Blessing. 3pp

80 27 February Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1873 Gladstone's new university system discussed by Bishops. Waterford Coadjutorship. 4pp

81 28 February Holograph letter from W.M. Lee, Bray, to Kirby: He is not 1873 sending brooches for monstrance [see KIR/1873/68]. Dr. Duggan's acquittal brings great joy. 4pp

82 February Holograph letter from Aless. C. Di C., Fossano, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for scapulars [see KIR/1873/57]. Spiritual matters. 4pp

82 a [Circa end of Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: February Hopes Kirby can give a room to Fr. Leonard who travels to 1873] Rome with Fr Connolly who is a curate of Dr Lee. Sad news of Fr Augustine O' Reilly who has been suspended and has returned from the Cape to join 'Adolescentulam' in London. O'Reilly was formally of St Agatha's and formally wrote a book about the martyrs of the Coloseum. Gladstone leaves no hope as he is bent on 'civilizing' Ireland by godless education. 2pp

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83 2 March 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: The Bishops meeting was held on the 27th and the 28th. Twenty two Bishops were present. Dr. Butler fought for the bill for a while. They have unanimously petitioned Parliament for a change. The Lord Lieutenant tried to change him but failed - writer told him exactly his views in no uncertain terms. Dr. MacHale wanted Home Rule first instead of a petition. His absence saved a split. I am writing in the name of the Bishops to their Lordships of Geneva and Basle. Is Dr. Wood of Philadelphia very ill? Dr. Manning wrote agreeing with their stand but still a bit for Gladstone. The trial will not be until the end of May of June. If Gladstone is thrown out, the Lord Chancellor, Attorney General and Mr. Monsell, all good Catholics, will loose their positions and will be a loss to everyone. 4pp

84 2 March 1873 Holograph letter from Michael Kelly, M. S. S., House of Missions, Enniscorthy, to Kirby: Thanks for engravings. Spiritual matters. 4pp

85 2 March 1873 Holograph letter from T. Buckley, P.P., Ballyclough, Mallow, to Kirby: Please obtain dispensation. 4pp

86 3 March 1873 Holograph letter from J.M. Hodges Nugent, E. de M. de S. S., Via Giovanni [Bacisani], Napoli, to Kirby: May enclose a letter of introduction of himself from the MacDonnell's. 3pp

87 3 March 1873 Holograph letter from Thomas Byrne, 22 Crescent, Clontarf, to Kirby: Thanks for pictures. 4pp

88 4 March 1873 Holograph letter from + J. Murray, Dublin, to Kirby: He has given his views truthfully and he hopes respectfully about the proposed co-adjutor of Sydney. Victoria has got a very bad Education Bill. 4pp

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89 4 March 1873 Holograph letter from Dr Coveney, The Cottage, Enniskean, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Please get extended leave for him to collect £2, 000 in America. Please try to get recommendation of Cardinal Barnabo and letters of recommendation to American Bishops. 4pp

90 5 March 1873 Holograph letter from A. Quinn, Athy, to Kirby: Please get faculties. 2pp

91 5 March 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Mr Gladstone may try to get the Pope to go against us. We fear Dr. Manning, though rumours may be false. Catholics in Parliament are trying to get it through for the sake of their own jobs. 3pp

92 5 March 1873 Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Propaganda, to Kirby: Please send message to Taffe of Armagh. 2pp

93 6 March 1873 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, to Kirby: Sends another £100 for Pope's collection. On the education question they have been treated scandalously. Asking what is thought of Père de Bray in Rome? 3pp

94 7 March 1873 Holograph letter from Joseph Roper, Grand Hotel de Jurin, Jurin, to Kirby: Please forward him money. He is stranded there as he brought insufficient funds. 2pp

95 7 March 1873 Holograph letter from Francis Mc Kenna, P.P., Larne, Co. Antrim, to Kirby: Please have faculties renewed for his brother and himself. 2pp

96 8 March 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena, [], to Kirby: Please send alms to clear a debt. 3pp.

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97 8 March 187 Holograph letter from W.M. Lee, P.P., Bray, to Kirby: Owing to state of Italy he is anxious about £50 sent on. Please let him know if it has arrived. 4pp

98 9 March 187 Holograph letter from Carlos Vescono di Tivoli, [], to Kirby: He will be in Rome on the 10th and 11th. May he stay with Kirby? Please let him know. 1p

99 10 March 187 Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, [], to Kirby: He informed the Cardinal yesterday about the education question. Kirby to explain anything obscure. Trinity has only Protestantism. The proposed Queen's College would be founded on the principle of excluding religion. They must beware of Catholics who want this bill, especially, Dr. Manning. Yesterday was a day of reparation. Fr. Burke is home from America and is going to Rome. He completely defeated Fronde. 4pp

99 a 11 March Holograph letter from + Patrick F. Moran, Kilkenny, to 1873 Kirby: Regarding sending of candlesticks. Diocesan news. Dr. Power, Bishop of Dr. John's, Newfoundland to preach. Defeat of Government on Education question. 4pp

100 11 March Holograph letter from Mary T. Kirby, Stonington, to Kirby: 1873 Asks her 'Dear uncle' about a letter which should have reached him months ago. 2pp

101 11 March Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena dell Incarnazione, [], 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for letters and alms. 4pp

102 12 March Holograph letter from Michael Higgins, Charleville, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for book and letter. The new cathedral is being collected for and is progressing slowly. 4pp

103 12 March Holograph letter from William Humphrey, Congregation 1873 Oblates of St. Charles, London, to Kirby: Humphrey, a past pupil, introduces Mrs. Johnson of Waterford. 4pp

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104 12 March Holograph letter from Sac. Giovanni Bosco, Roma, to 1873 Kirby: Please return all the money Kirby did not use and will not use. 1p

105 12 March Telegram from Dr. [O'Brien], Waterford, to Kirby: 1873 Telegram reads 'Dublin post states Father Fitzgeralds appointment. Is he my coadjutor. Telegraph reply'. Kirby notes on the 13/3/1879 that no appointment has been made yet. 1p

106 12 March Holograph letter from Sr. Mary F. Clare, Convent of Poor 1873 Clares, Kenmore, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Sends a copy of her little work. Please send news of Pére de Bray. She had a letter from him. 4pp

107 12 March Holograph letter from + William Delany, Cork, to Kirby: 1873 Sends £12 - 10 for tickets sold in aid of Roman asylum - please deliver it. The house of Commons has rejected their education petition. There is a gleam of hope in Spain. Includes rate of exchange statement. 2 items.

108 12 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 The education bill was thrown out by three. Dr. Manning was in favour as he thought he could not defeat it. He hopes Mr. Fawcett does not bring in a bill for infidel education. 4pp

109 13 March Holograph letter from Eliza O' Toole, 60 James Street, 1873 Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for £1. Please send more alms. 3pp

110 14 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Introduces Mrs. O' Doherty. 1p

111 14 March Holograph letter from Alex F. Scully, St. Patrick's College, 1873 Thurles, to Kirby: Thanks for engravings. Please get Papal Blessing faculties. The Gladstone ministry has met its fate. 3pp

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112 15 March Holograph letter from Fr. Giovanni Bosco, Sr. Chiara, 1873 Rome, to Kirby: Apologising; [Postponing] leaving Rome. Appointment for Monday to enjoy pious graces at 1 o'clock. Maybe a charitable person can be found that day. In gratitude. 1p

113 15 March Holograph letter from William Cullen, Prospect, Victoria 1873 Park, Wavertree, Liverpool, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Spiritual matters. Please get permission to have stations erected in their home. Their new bishop Dr. O' Reilly will be consecrated on March 19th. 6pp

114 16 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Introduces Rev. Titus Bentley, C.C. of Dublin Archdiocese. 1p

115 16 March Holograph letter from Maria Frederic Contessa di [Boay], 1873 Loretta, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness to her while in Rome. 4pp

116 17 March Holograph letter from [Vincenzo Siepresi], [], to Kirby: 1873 Writer has a buyer for vineyard. 1p

117 17 March Holograph letter from Michael J. C. Buckley, Eire Art 1873 Works, New Bond Street, London, to Kirby: Offering art works for sale, Celtic works by Irish artists. 1p

118 19 March Holograph letter from John Ryan, Italian Church, Halton 1873 Gardens, London, to Kirby: Introduces Mrs. O' Doherty. Please explain to his Lordship of Maitland why he didn't go to Australia. 1p

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119 21 March Holograph letter from W. O' Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for telegram and letter [see KIR/1873/105]. Writer hopes Fr. Fitzgerald will be co-adjutor. Glad to hear Rome is pleased with union of Irish bishops from which doubtless has secured the fate of the University Bill. Dr. Flynn V.G. is sick. Writer has given £1, 700 of personal money towards the college. 2pp

120 21 March Holograph letter from Giuseppe Paruccio, Vatican, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for tickets. 4pp

121 22 March Holograph letter from John [Cani], Dara, Brisbane, to 1873 Kirby: His Lordship is on visitation. Cathedral is going well. There may soon be trouble over education. They need priests. 1p

122 24 March Holograph letter from + T. O' Mahoney, Armidale, to 1873 Kirby: Please excuse his not writing since he came out - too busy. Diocese very disorganised. Full description of birth and early development of diocese. Please get fixed up boundary dispute between Maitland and Armidale. The O' Keefe business is sad. Sends prize from Pope for bazaar. 6pp

123 24 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for obtaining indulgence. Fr. Burke is preaching at the opening of the Triduum. Fawcett is turning Trinity into an infidel college. Dr. Power is in Ireland. Dr. Murray is with me. The Budget is out - 13/6 of every £ of it comes from duty on alcoholic drink - thus income by promoting drunkenness. Dr. O' Reilly, a good man, has been consecrated. The trial will be on May 12th. Dr, Duggan got a fairly Catholic jury. Writer is to get a 'special' one. Who is for Waterford? 2pp

124 24 March Holograph letter from E. De La Poer of Gurteen, to Kirby: 1873 Please get audience for Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bagwell of Clonmel. He is the son of an M.P. 1p

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125 25 March Holograph letter from Augustino Vescovo di [Missa Suffo], 1873 Velletri, to Kirby: Sends wire and chickens - produce of here. 1p

126 26 March Holograph letter from Sr. Maria del Salvetore, Lauretana, 1873 thanks for alms of 100 lire. 1p

127 26 March Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Angela Abbondonza 1873 Superioressa, S. [Nuberto] to Kirby: Thanks for alms of 100 lire [copy of KIR/1873/126]. 1p

128 26 March Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columba Angeli Abbessa, 1873 S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Thanks for gift of 50 lire. 4pp

129 27 March Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 The Triduum to Sacred Heart began magnificently. He said mass and Fr. Burke O.P. preached. Fawcett now threatens them with a bill. A supposed priest, Arthur Seaton is going to Rome - watch out. 3pp

130 27 March Holograph letter from C.J. Reynolds, V.G. Administrator, 1873 Adelaide, to Kirby: Introduces Sr. Mary of the Cross. She wishes to get the rule of her foundation confirmed. The foundation is called the Institute of St. Joseph. They are excellent teachers for backward places. Please pass on her case. 4pp

131 28 March Holograph letter from + Thomas Nulty, Mullingar, to 1873 Kirby: Does he know the whereabouts of Fr. Jones and his mother? His sister is dying. England is vexed because of their action in the Education matter. 4pp

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132 28 March Holograph letter from D. Coveney, The Cottage, Enniskean, 1873 Co. Cork, to Kirby: He supposes his first letter was never delivered. He leaves for America and Australia on April 17th to collect funds. [see KIR/1873/89]. Same repeated again. Please can Kirby answer and he will have a window dedicated to Cardinal Barnabo and himself. 3pp

133 29 March Holograph letter from P.G. Kennedy, Newtown, Waterford, 1873 to Kirby: By the same post he sends his work on tomorrows dedication. 4pp

134 30 March Holograph letter from Charles Sedgley, Malfait Vice 1873 President, Sedan Park School, Wolverhampton, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness to Mrs. Roper. The president, Canon Moore is very ill. Please get faculties. Mnetions his bishop [Ullathorn]. 4pp

135 31 March Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 The Tridumm and consecration were magnificent. The Protestants have counteracted by ordering tomorrow to be a day of prayer for the conversion of Irish from Popery. Let's hope God will defeat Fawcett's new bill of April 2nd. Fr. Burke leaves for Rome today. 2pp

136 Passion Holograph letter from M.C. di Ricci [niece], [], to Kirby: Sunday Thanks for goods. Religion is floundering better than ever due to the initiative of their graces. Spiritual matters. His Lordship has made a triumphant visitation of the diocese. 6pp

137 [13 April Holograph letter from E.M. Russell, St. Patrick's College, 1873] 'Easter Maynooth, to Kirby: Thanks for engravings. Introduces Dr. Sunday' Stokes. 4pp

1159 Archives Irish College Rome Code Date Description and Extent KIR / 1873/

138 'Feast of St [] Holograph letter from +Paul Cardinal Cullen to Kirby: 1873' Gives advise on selling vineyard - 'if you do not do so within 2 years, the government will do it for you'. Thanks for oil and description of Passion Sunday. Fawcett's Bill leaves Trinity with the same revenues and professors - 'it will now become infidel'. Dr Murray left having got lots of nuns and students. O'Keeffe's case comes on the 12th of May and Moran's case will also be in May. 3pp [Archivist's Note November 2009. The description in the original catalogue appears to belong to another letter from Cullen to Kirby - this letter is missing - the description for the missing letter is as follows - "Advises Kirby to take care of his health. Trouble over appointment of the staff of the Irish College Paris. Please get dispensation. Find £1, 000 for the Pope - there is more to come yet. O' Keefe is trying to bring Dr. Moran before Whiteside at Naas. Writer's case will not be until November."]

139 1 April 1873 Holograph letter from William Murphy, P.P., Youghal, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Sends £22-9-7 for James Beausang, C.C. 3pp

140 [] Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Day of general appreciation - Ireland to be dedicated to the Sacred Heart, Passion Sunday and Power St. John's preaches [possibly +William Power of St John's Newfoundland]. [Archivist's note - letter missing, May 2006].

141 4 April 1873 Holograph letter from Michael Verdon, Holy Cross College, Clonliffe, to Kirby: Thanks for pictures. Last Sunday's consecration was a great triumph. Fr. Burke preached magnificently - one of his greatest efforts. They are building a church in connection with the Seminary. It will be a new St. Agatha's. 4pp

142 4 April 1873 Holograph letter from J.M. Purcell, Hotel D'Angleterre, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks for news of Pope's illness. Asks for favours. 3pp

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143 4 April 1873 Holograph letter from L. Gillooly, Sligo, to Kirby: Sends £60 for His Holiness. Please get faculties renewed. Great triumph in education defeat. Let's hope well for election. 2pp

144 6 April 1873 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, to Kirby: Sends photo of new Bishop's house bought for £3,200. Writer intends to buy a new house for the nuns and give their present one to the Christian brothers. It is hard to get Irish priests to help Marists. Writer can get no more Christian Brothers, perhaps he can get some from Canada. Wellington wants even more. Language difficulty a big difficulty to French Marists - Irish Marists are essential. Ultimately writer wishes to separate the diocese from the Marist order. 14pp

145 7 April 1873 Holograph letter from Michael Kelly, M.S. S., [], to Kirby: Thanks for letter and pictures. Ferns had a very successful consecration. Spiritual matters. 4pp

146 7 April 1873 Holograph letter from Timothy Donovan, Bugle St., Southampton, to Kirby: Sends paper containing the account of religious progress in the Diocese of Southampton. 2pp

147 7 April 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columbia Angili Abbessa, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Hope he has got notes on the tomb of St. Clare. [Italian]. 2pp.

148 8 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: He is sending money for Mr. Taffe. All Ireland had a magnificent consecration. University professors are very anti Catholic in Ireland - two examples given, one from speeches given at a banquet held in Belfast. Dr. Murray is going to Rome. 4pp

149 2 April 1873 Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, [], to Kirby: Explains to her blessed uncle that they are in poor circumstances. Full description. 8pp

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150 10 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Easter ceremonies are going on well. Lord John Russell has vigorously attacked Cullen and defended O' Keefe. Wrong name given by curate in a petition. 2pp

151 12 April 1873 Holograph letter from Thomas Downes, P.P., V.V., D.D., Killmallock, Co. Limerick, to Kirby: Please get dispensation. + Dr. Butler agrees - gives details. 6pp

152 12 April 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena Superior to Kirby: Please accept Easter greetings. [Italian]. 2pp

153 15 April 1873 Holograph letter from M.T. Joseph Ryan, The Presentations, Cashel, to Kirby: Please get information for Mr. and Mrs. Ffrench of Ffrench S. G. of the Gesù, who is dying. 4pp

154 13 April 1873 Holograph letter from S. M. Russell, St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, to Kirby: Introduction for Mr. William Stokes. 2pp

155 15 April 1873 Holograph letter from J.M. Purcell, Hotel d'Angleterre, Roma, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Please try to fix audience. 3pp

156 16 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Please give definite information about Pope. The case remains fixed for May 12th. If O' Keefe wins Part 1, he will probably succeed in damages against Cullen. Personal news. 3pp

157 17 April 1873 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Please get power renewed, also a rescript to enable Reverend Mothers in Ursuline and Presentation to continue for a second period of office States good reasons for this request. 4pp

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158 17 April 1873 Holograph letter from + J. O' Mahoney, Sydney, to Kirby: He is too busy and too far away from his confreres to know how things are going. However he has just found out a little. After 30 years administration there is no progress in institutions in Sydney. Regulars may petition for secularization which would cause a lot of trouble, so the Benedictines might take all the good positions. Personally, he has experienced great kindness from the Archbishop. Now [the Archbishop] must have lost his head or deliberately wants to insult the Bishops. Dr. Vaughan's appointment is most injurious. 8pp

159 17 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: As the jury may not be to O' Keefe's liking he may try to postpone the trial until next term, so let the witnesses not leave until the last moment. Dr. Moran is busy preparing for his trial. Clonliffe Church is rising. It will eclipse St. Agatha's. 3pp

160 18 April 1873 Holograph letter from + William Lanigan, Goulburn, to Kirby: He is busy starting a seminary. Sorry to hear about Dr. Vaughan's appointment. 4pp

161 18 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: On Kirby's own good judgement deliver writer's impressions of Dr. Vaughan to Cardinal Barnabo. Writer agrees with Dr. Murray in disliking this appointment. Hopes Irish Catholic papers say nothing against Dr. Vaughan. Writer fears he will carry "the old rotten rule of the Benedictines". Since Dr. Murray left there is great confusion. Fr. Collette is in charge. Sr. Mary of the Cross of Adelaide is now leaving for Rome. She is in writer's opinion a very holy person. 4pp

162 18 April 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddalena del Incarnazione, [], to Kirby: Thanks for books on Blessed Margaret Mary Alacogue. 2pp

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163 'Easter Week' Holograph letters from Sr. M. Peter and Sr. M.J. Bernard Hackett, [], to Kirby: Sr Peter reports that the Church of the Sacred Heart is getting on well. Dr. Flynn, the V.G. is hopelessly ill. Hackett states that Convent church is going up well. School going well. 8pp

164 20 April 1873 Holograph letter from + James Murray, Brindisi, to Kirby: Reached here safely. 1p

165 20 April 1873 Holograph letter from G.J. O' Reilly, 28 Brompton Square, London, to Kirby: Explains why he left diocese of Cape. [Includes handwritten copy of letter]. 2 items.

166 22 May Holograph letter from Sr. M. Raphael, Benedictines of Our [1878] Lady of [Angels], Princetrope, Rugby, to Kirby: Congratulations on being appointed a Domestic Prelate. Great loss at death of Pio IX still felt. 3pp. [This was digitised as 167a by mistake.The contents would make it seem to be 1878 instead of 1873]. 3pp

167 22 April 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Gertrude [Listowel], to Kirby: Thanks for picture of Sacred Heart. Hopes Pope Pio Nono does not die. Please get indulgence of forty hours for them. 6pp.

167 a 22 May Holograph letter from Sr. M. Raphael, Benedictines of Our [1878] Lady of [Angels], Princetrope, Rugby, to Kirby: Congratulations on being appointed a Domestic Prelate. Great loss at death of Pio IX still felt. 3pp. [This letter is coded KIR/1873/166 but was digitised as /167a by mistake.The contents would make it seem to be 1878 instead of 1873]. 3pp

168 23 April 1873 Holograph letter from John Parker, St. Julian's Cork, to Kirby: Please get dispensation and faculties. Dr. Conroy left for America and Australia. All other old Romans well. 4pp

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169 23 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Seems no likelihood of trial being deferred. Some think MacHale will appear in O' Keefe's favour - writer doesn't think so, though MacHale is capable of anything strange. Fr. O' Keefe asked Dr. Leahy of Cashel to appear but he refused. Cullen has asked Dr. MacEvilly and Leahy to appear as witnesses. 4pp.

170 25 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Dr. O' Brien, Waterford, to Kirby: Trustworthy Episcopal rumour say Dr. Fitzgerald is his co- adjutor. Is this true? Please tell the Propaganda to hurry. 3pp

171 25 April 1873 Holograph letter from + James Walshe, Carlow, thanks for prints. Please get permission to defer appointment of Parish Priest to Clane. 2pp

172 25 April 1873 Holograph letter from James A. Hoare, Christian Schools, North Richmond Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Please give enclosed reply to Cardinal Barnabo. 1p

173 27 April 1873 Holograph letter from H. M. Ross of Bladensburg, Rostrevor, to Kirby: Asks prayers for success of wedding. Read 'L'appel au Pape dans l'age de 7er' by Abbé Defourne. 6pp

174 28 April 1873 Holograph letter from + P. F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Missions etc. Diocesan Synod in June. Callan affairs. 4pp

175 30 April 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Of jury are fair. Writer will win the case. Find out about the convocation of their plenary mission. Please get disposition for special ordinations in Maynooth. O' Keefe has published his defence, very long and Jansenist. 2pp

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176 30 April 1873 Holograph letter from Paul Cullen, Prospect, Victoria Park, Liverpool, to Kirby: Dr. O' Reilly, their new bishop, is very thankful for kind wishes. Thanks for getting privilege of a domestic oratory for them. William is much better. Good news in paper today - Commission of Education will not reinstate Mr. O' Keefe as manager of Callan schools which is good news. [Note that writer is not Cardinal Paul Cullen] 4pp

177 [12 April ] Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: He 1873 has collected about £200 for his Holiness. Education trial. 2pp

178 [13 April ] Holograph letter from Guiseppe di [Buno], Canto Preti, 1873 Roma, to Kirby: A woman having a letter from Cardinal Cullen is seriously ill here - Mrs. O' Doherty. [Italian]. 2pp

179 1 May 1873 Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby, Stonington, Conn., USA, to Kirby: Personal letter from niece. 4pp

180 2 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, to Kirby: Sends first issue of New Zealand 'Tablet' - get the Holy Father's blessing on New Zealand undertaking. 1p

181 2 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddallena, [], to Kirby: Details of where to get wax. Find books of Pia Unione della nostra Chiesa. Spiritual matters. [Italian]. 4pp

182 2 May 1873 Holograph letter from Kate M. Clarke, Hotel Grand Bretagne, Villa Gioffi, La Cava dei Tirreni, Napoli, to Kirby: Please get permission for her to visit Monte Cassino. 3pp

183 3 May 1873 Holograph letter from + Francis, Bishop of Northampton, to Kirby: Introduces Miss Boshell and her sister. 2pp

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184 4 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Clare, Monesteo de S. Bernardio, to Kirby: Thanks for alms. [Italian]. 1p

185 4 May 1873 Holograph letter from Mother Gertrude, Dalle Cappucini, to Kirby: Seeking alms. [Italian]. 2pp

186 5 May 1873 Holograph letter from George Bryan, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. Edmund Smithwick of Kilkenny, to Kirby. they like Dr. Moran very much. 4pp

187 5 May 1873 Holograph letter from G. M. Bennett, 21 Kensington Square, London, to Kirby: Spiritual matters and personal troubles. 6pp

188 5 May 1873 Holograph letter from Thomas Downes, P.P. V.G. DD, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, to Kirby: Please reply. [see KIR/1873/151] 4pp

189 6 May 1873 Holograph letter from Margaret D. Eveleth [], to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. 3pp

190 7 May 1873 Holograph letter from G. Gatti [sec], Roma, to Kirby: Asks if Kirby has instructions to pay for the 'Bullettino di Archelogia' for the Irish members Doctors Cullen, Conroy and Russell? [Italian]. 1p.

191 10 May 1873 Holograph letter from Giuseppe [Pariacini], to Kirby: No audience for Mr. Brenham as the Pope is unwell. [Italian]. 1p

192 9 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: First stage of trial of O' Keefe versus Cullen. Synod. 4pp

193 10 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of the Cross, Monestero di S. Cuiri, Vic. S. Vincenzo, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 8pp.

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194 11 May 1873 Holograph letter from William Russell, St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, to Kirby: Please get ordination dispensation. Also faculties. They are anxious about the jury for the O' Keefe trial. 4pp

195 12 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, [], to Kirby: The two canonists have arrived safely. Despite an unjust incident there are seven Catholics in the jury. Description of next proceedings. 4pp

196 13 May 1873 Holograph letter from Edmond A. O' Dwyer, O.S. A., St. Augustines, Vallelta, Malta, to Kirby: Please get Papal Blessing and dispensation. 1p

197 14 May 1873 Holograph letter from + James Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to Kirby: Thanks for pictures. Please get Mr. Walker ordained. Please get Tullaghbegley West as a mensal parish for him in place of Raphoe. 3pp.

198 15 May 1873 Holograph letter from + William Lanigan, Sydney, to Kirby: Bishops are sending a remonstrance. Writer is disgusted with new co-adjutor. There is too much English influence in Rome. We want to govern ourselves and not have England doing it. 4pp

199 16 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. M. Bernard Maguire, Convent of Mercy, England, to Kirby: Describes death of a nun. New convent getting high. She is not going on for re-election as Reverend Mother. 9pp

200 17 May 1873 Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Please get dispensation. Also was he right to wear secular Episcopal soutane at opening of Derry's new Pro-Cathedral when he is a Dominican? Please get blessing faculties for the eighteen P. P.'s and Administrators of the diocese. 3pp

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201 17 May 1873 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Sydney, to Kirby: They are in Sydney to get Acta and Decreta of Melbourne Synod. The Archbishop has insulted them by keeping them waiting so long. He is trying to induce them to give St. John's College to the Benedictines. They are very sorry over the new co-adjutor. Secularization of the Benedictines will do damage. They have written to Cardinal Barnabo and Cullen about Dr. Vaughan's appointment. Dr. Murray's return will be welcomed. Why has Propaganda acted thus? They will firmly resist. 4pp

202 18 May 1873 Holograph letter from Margaret Mary Eveleth, Hotel Laguna, Venice, to Kirby: How is Pio Nono? Thanks for kindness. 2pp

203 18 May 1873 Holograph letter from P.J. Tynan, 59 Eccles Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Please get a dispensation. Description of trial. There is no chance of verdict against Cardinal but there is no chance for him against Whiteside. Professor Robertson is anxious to get an acknowledgement of his books from Rome and a Ph.D. from Propaganda. 4pp

204 19 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of the Cross, [Castellmare di Stubia ai Sacri Cuori], to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 4pp

205 19 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Dublin, to Kirby: Refers to the trial of Cardinal Cullen versus O' Keefe. 2pp

206 20 May 1873 Holograph letter from C.A. Reynolds, Administrator of Adelaide, to Kirby: Reasons why he has sent Sr. Mary of the Cross to Rome. Education would be sadly neglected only for Sisters. Dr. Horan is going but Fr. Henderson won't go as he hopes the new bishop will take him into the diocese. The Dominicans are a great trouble here. He had to interdict them to get them to submit. Could he get an entire body of one of the martyrs? 4pp

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207 22 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. M. T. Clarke, Convent of Poor Clares, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, to Kirby: Please send alms to help make up for damage by fires. 6pp

208 22 May 1873 Holograph letter from + John P. Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Corrects mistakes in letter of 17/5/1873. 2pp

209 23 May 1873 Holograph letter from + U. O' Hea, Skibbereen [for Rev. J. Moloney P.P], to Kirby: Please get a dispensation for marriage. 3pp.

210 22 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, [], to Kirby: Nothing decided in the case - description. Case ends on 26th. 1p

211 25 May 1873 Holograph letter from Suffragans of Sydney, [], to Kirby: Telegram. Let Propaganda take action concerning Dr. Vaughan. 1p

212 25 May 1873 Holograph letter from + James Murray, King Georges Sound, to Kirby: Have arrived safely on Australian soil. 4pp

213 26 May 1873 Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: He has written to Propaganda for permission for ordinations. The trial is still going on. Whiteside is doing everything for O' Keefe. The jury will probably disagree. 1p

214 24 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Marcella Curtis, Dublin, to Kirby: Please get permission for Cardinal Cullen to get her relieved of enclosure vows. She is now living in the world, having spent periods in mental hospitals. [Part of letter missing]. 7pp

215 26 May 1873 Holograph letter from P. Nolan, George's Street, Waterford, to Kirby: His Lordship wishes to express his pleasure on Dr. Power's appointment as his co-adjutor. Please get writer's faculties renewed. 4pp

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216 26 May 1873 Holograph letter from + G. Conroy, St. Mel's, Longford, to Kirby: Please send Denis Pettit home to act as executive of his late mother's property. 4pp

217 27 May 1873 Holograph letter from + John J. Lynch, Archbishop Of Toronto, St. Michael's Palace, Toronto, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. James Miller, a Protestant. 1p

218 21 May 1873 Holograph letter from Edward O' Dwyer, O.S. A, St. Augustine's, Valletta, Malta, to Kirby: Thanks for rescript [see KIR/1873/196]. 3pp

219 28 May 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Description of end of trial. Costs were awarded to O' Keefe, as writer has to have a new trial, after seven or eight months. Explain all in Propaganda. The two Romans were excellent and are highly impressed by Ireland. Dr. French the Protestant Archbishop is very impressed by their case. 4pp

220 29 May 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary de Sales, Convent of Mercy, Newtownforbes, to Kirby: [highly confidential] Sends present. Spiritual matters. Got permission from Bishop to extend convent. 8pp

221 3 June 1873 Holograph letter from E. De Poer, [], to Kirby: Goodbye and thanks. 1p

222 3 June 1873 Holograph letter from [unsigned], 3 [] Place, Blackrock, Dublin to [Kirby]: Addressed to Dear Brother. Writer hopes Marshal Mc Mahon will soon relieve the Pope and recepient. Family matters, financial and otherwise. [two different handwritings]. 4pp

223 3 June 1873 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, 33 Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: To her uncle asking for help to set up business. 4pp

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224 4 June 1873 Holograph letter from Contessa di Cambungano, Pinerolo, to Kirby: Sorry could not write due to sickness. 4pp

225 5 June 1873 Holograph letter from + Patrick Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Dispensation required to have confession and the Blessed Sacrament in private oratories. 3pp.

226 5 June 1873 Holograph letter from Arthur J. Sheedy C.C., St. John's Cathedral, Limerick, to Kirby: They have new statues in the cathedral. Please see if you can get cast of the Baptist by Angelo in the Minerva. 4pp

227 6 June 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: The two Romans leave for home today. They served a good purpose. The second trial will not be until November or January. Please get dispensation. 2pp

228 8 June 1873 Holograph letter from Enrico Gentili, Roma, to Kirby. Asks if there is anyone going to Ireland and would accompany him there? 1p

229 8 June 1873 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: Thanks for gifts for bazaar. Cardinal's trial. Dr. Hendricken of Kilkenny City and Bishop of Rhode Island goes to Rome. 3pp

230 8 June 1873 Holograph letter from William Russell, St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, to Kirby: Thanks for telegram of dispensation. He will try to get the dispensation for ten to twenty years. Description of usage in the past in regard to date of ordination. 4pp.

231 8 June 1873 Holograph letter from + William Delaney, Cork, to Kirby: Sends Peter's Pence £500. Hurry marriage dispensation. 3pp

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232 11 - 16 June Holograph letter from John Ribton Garstin, Greenhill, 1873 Killiney, Co. Dublin, to Kirby: Asks if Kirby has received Rev. Dr. Maziene Brady, Chaplain to the Lord Lieutenant into the Church? Where is he and his wife? He is a near relation. Includes holograph draft reply from Dr Kirby to Gerstin stating that he did receive him. He may be at Spoleto and will let him know. Telling him not to be surprised; he has done the right thing. 2 items.

233 11 June 1873 Holograph letter from Anne M. Bennett, 2 Kensington Sq., London, to Kirby: Her child is much improved. 6pp.

234 13 June 1873 Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, to Kirby: Sending on Pope's collection. Dr. Croke will advise Propaganda on New Zealand matters. All letters to him should come to New Zealand not Wellington. They are very badly off for money. What is the head house in Lyons doing with it all? The Marists are getting all. 4pp

235 13 June 1873 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: They asked Propaganda to keep Dr. Vaughan at home. The Benedictines will look for secularization and start trouble. If Dr. Vaughan tries to reform he will have the Archbishop and the Benedictines against him. Dr. Murray is back and in great form. 4pp

236 13 June 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of the Cross, Monestero dei Acri Cuori, Castellanas di Italia, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 8pp

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237 13 June 1873 Holograph letter from + James Murray, Maitland, to Kirby: Back home safely. He got a great public welcome from all sects. Priests are united and everything very quiet. He has appointed Fr. O' Keefe. Dr. Vaughan will have great difficulty. The people are dissatisfied. The Benedictines will oppose any reform. However let him have a trial and he will either stand or fall. Two Italian priests are now onto the Archbishop.. Fr. Vincenzo Collotti Secretary to Dr. Polding is the most despicable priest in Australia and a great friend of Canon Rinaldini

238 14 June 1873 Holograph letter from Joseph Roper, Hobart Town, to Kirby: Thanks for being so kind to his son Joseph, aged fifteen, who is in Propaganda. His son will return the money. 4pp

239 18 June 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: Givesa description of their festival today. Fr. Burke preached. O' Keefe was in London last week and was examined by a parliamentary committee. A school inspector is suing Fr. O' Keefe for assault. The case against Dr. Moran may be abandoned as he made nothing by going against Cullen. Description of payment to the Roman Canonists. Feast of the Sacred Heart. 3pp

240 18 June 1873 Holograph letter from C.A. Reynolds Administrator, Diocese of Adelaide, to Kirby: The Sisters of St. Joseph are doing very well. With reference to approval, he disagrees with the Bishop of Bathurst and thinks central government is very useful. Fr. Horan has left the diocese at last. Matters are much quieter now. Archdeacon Russell arrived safely in Sydney with nuns. 4pp

241 19 June 1873 Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, to Kirby: Sends £172-8-2 for Pope's collection from his two dioceses Dunedin and Wellington. The development of the Catholic press here. He wishes they could get Christian Brothers. He wishes Pope would make a final arrangement about his status. 4pp

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242 22 June 1873 Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler, 33 Castle Street, Dalkey, to Kirby: Thanks her uncle for money. 4pp

243 25 June 1873 Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Della Propaganda, to Kirby: Thanks for £200 from Patrick Power of Halifax and £8 from Mr. D. Mc Donald of Christ Church. Sends medals. 1p

244 27 June 1873 Holograph letter from Cornelius Brosnan, Rathkenny, to Mr. John Forhan: Brosnan, who is Forhan's uncle states that all is well. 2pp

245 28 June 1873 Holograph letter from A. J. O' Reilly, 28 Brompton Sq., London, to Kirby: O'Reilly, who is formally of the Cape Mission is going to Rome for a while if Kirby agrees. 3pp

246 1 July 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Glad to hear Canonists have arrived safely. He wishes they could get someone like Canon Jacobini to teach Canon law here. The trial is doing a lot of good - all creeds see the injustice done to Catholics. All the proceedings have gone secretly to the Government. House of Lords now discussing it. O' Keefe trying and may succeed in getting back the Callan schools. He is now suing Dr. Moran for libel. It will take place in Naas this month. He is also suing Dr. McDonald of Wicklow who will be tried in Wicklow. 4pp

247 1 July 1873 Holograph letter from M.V. of Holy Cross, Monasterio dei Sacri Cuori, [Castillanare di Stabia], to Kirby: Personal letter. 8pp

248 3 July 1873 Holograph letter from Mary Francis Sheedy, Vic Caesarino, Rome, to Kirby: Please get Papal Blessing. 3pp

249 3 July 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddallena dell Incarnazione Superiores, [], to Kirby: Thanks for kindnesses and alms. 2pp.

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250 7 July 1873 Holograph letter from Mother Vincent of the Holy Cross, Castelamare di Stabia, to Kirby: Please fix up my sister's dowry - our order will soon spread all over he world if the Bishop agrees. 6pp

251 6 July 1873 Holograph letter from + J. MacEvilly, Galway, to Kirby: Sends £235 Peter's Pence. The O' Keefe case though unfavourable, nevertheless had good results. His Eminence is the best witness he ever saw. Please get two marriage dispensations. 3pp

252 7 July 1873 Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation regarding a Presentation nun. 1p.

253 7 July 1873 Holograph letter from D.R. Reynolds, Philadelphia, to Kirby: Money for Masses. 2pp

254 8 July 1873 Holograph letter from William Hutch, St. Colman's College, Fermoy, to Kirby: Seeks dispensation. Hutch, a past pupil, gives an account of the occupations of other past pupils. 3pp

255 8 July 1873 Holograph letter from E.A. O' Dwyer O.S. A., St. Augustine's, Valletta, Malta, to Kirby: Mrs. [Jervis] asked writer to let Kirby know of the death of her husband Col. [Jervis]. Mrs [Jervis] is now staying with the Governor. 1p

256 8 July 1873 Holograph letter from Alessandrina Contessa di Cambuzzano, Monte San Vittoria Pinerolo, to Kirby: Family goings on and affairs. The Archbishop of Turin has laid the foundation stone for a church of the Sacred Heart. 4pp

256 a 9 July 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: Regarding Irish College, Paris. Collection for the Pope good. 3pp

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257 10 July 1873 Holograph letter from John A. Parker, South Presbytery, Cork, to Kirby: Thanks for faculties. 3pp

258 11 July 1873 Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: Dr. Murray is back and in great form. Rumour says that Dr. Vaughan is unwilling to come because of their wine. 2pp

259 11 July 1873 Holograph letter from S. M. Concezione, to Dr Kirby: Please send alms. 3pp

260 13 July 1873 Holograph letter from Mary F. O' Doherty, Via Caesario S., to Kirby: Please get Papal Blessing. 3pp

261 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

262 15 July 1873 Holograph letter from Alex Scully, St. Patrick's College, Thurles, to Kirby: Please get faculties early. His Grace is consecrating Dr. Power on Sunday. 2pp

263 15 July 1873 Holograph letter from M.M.T. Eveleth, Levico near Trent, Tyrol, to Kirby: Hopes that Kirby is getting better. 3pp

264 15 July 1873 Holograph letter from Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: He has got medals and will write to Antonelli. Dispensation please. Did Kirby give Professor Robertson's books to the Pope as the professor wishes to be made D.Ph. Kirby may be able to sell the vineyard in time. Question of Irish College Paris appointments. Dr. Moran will be up against O' Keefe before Whiteside. His chances are poor. O' Keefe may also have Dr. Mc Donald and four or five more up. Writer hopes that Peter's Pence will be £2000 altogether. 4pp

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265 17 July 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Francis Clare [Cusack], Convent of the Poor Clares, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, to Kirby: Thanks for alms and newspaper cutting. Discusses her latest work - life of Daniel O' Connell. 2 items

266 17 July 1873 Holograph letter from Alex MacLean, Consul. H.M. Consulate, Leghorn, to Kirby: A tramp has been arrested here. He is William Gillighin of 30 Upper [Mabbott] St., Dublin. He wants to be a priest and claims that Fr. Burke O.P advised him to go to Rome to Kirby. He is an architectural designer. No Government relief can be obtained. He will have to stay in jail until he gets someone to look after him. 3pp

267 18 July 1873 Holograph letter from P. [Segrave], Dundalk, to Kirby: Segrave, a past pupil, asks for a donation for new cathedral at the Primate's request. Includes copy of letter of Daniel Mc Gettigan. £10 sent on - Kirby. 6pp

268 18 July 1873 Holograph letter from Suor Maria C. Cometti, Velletri, to Kirby: Thanks for charity. 1p

269 18 July 1873 Holograph letter from [], Steamship Pera, addressed to "My Dear Mary": Description of boat trip from Edinburgh to Bordeaux [some of letter missing]. 4pp

270 18 July 1873 Holograph letter from Domenico Di Nicola, Rome, to Kirby: Some matter about College property from the Di Nicola family who had land rented. 3pp

271 20 July 1873 Holograph letter from Captain Dudley Coppinger, Poste Restante, Brussels, Belgium, to Kirby. Asks Kirby to forward his letters to address provided. 1p.

272 20 July 1873 Holograph letter from A. O' Reilly, 28 Brompton Square, London, to Kirby: Writer, who is a past pupil, is leaving for Rome. 4pp

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273 20 July 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Vincent of the Holy Cross, Castlemare di Stalia, to Kirby: Thanks for Mrs. Jervis' letter from Malta. Writer has written to her. Writer is always thinking of their proposed foundation in Ireland. She is thinking of getting the Cardinal's permission. Will Kirby take them to Ireland? They have no children now in their school. 4pp

274 22 July 1873 Holograph letter from Alex MacLean, Consul, Leghorn, to Kirby: Thanks for money. Writer has sent Mr. Gillighian home. 2pp

275 22 July 1873 Holograph letter from J. Maher, Dublin, to Kirby: Writer arrived yesterday and met Dr. Talbot, an old acquaintance of Kirby's. Description of trip home. Dr. Manning is coming to Ireland to preach for the Cardinal, who is well, and Dr. Mc Gettigan. 4pp

276 23 July 1873 Holograph letter from [], Montpellier Parade, Monkstown, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness to them in Rome. Long diatribe against the Gentili family whom she alleges embezzled her money. [see KIR/1873/228 some of letter missing]. 4pp

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277 24 July 1873 Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: His case with O' Keefe will not be until November or January. O' Keefe's two cases against Dr. Moran have been deferred. O' Keefe is at present giving evidence before a parliamentary committee about the schools in Callan, but he has ruined his own case. In regard to writer's case, all now say that the whole matter was very creditable to the church. Dr. Wilberforce, Bishop of Winchester is dead. He was High Church and tending towards Catholicism but also waited too long. The world cholera epidemic is causing alarm here. However the rich are making merry as never before. Dr. Manning is preaching at opening of Armagh Cathedral on August 24th. He will also stay and preach here. Clonliffe Church is 15 foot high. They will lay the foundation stone when Dr. Manning comes over. Please get faculties. Schools in the diocese are excellent. Girls better than boys. 4pp

278 24 July 1873 Holograph letter from J. Maher, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for money. The Bishops on the University Board met yesterday - the Primate, Drs Dorrian, Furlong, Walsh and Conaty. Dr. Tynan has reached 16 stone!! 4pp

279 25 July 1873 Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: Thanks for Miss Curtis. She was certified mentally ill here by two Protestant doctors, before she left the convent. [see KIR/1873/214] 4pp

280 27 July 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Maddallena dell Incarnazione, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Spiritual maters. 2pp

281 27 July 1873 Holograph letter from Philip Murphy, C.C., St. Patrick's, addressed to "Dear James" [of Ossory diocese]: Congratulations on ordination. Diocesan changes, please get faculties. 4pp

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282 28 July 1873 Holograph letter from + Enrico Carfagnini, Bishop of Harbour Grace, [], to Kirby: Please introduce his student in Propaganda. 2pp

283 28 July 1873 Holograph letter [Annie F Cingeton], Stonington, Connecticut, to Kirby: Writer, who is Kirby's niece, writes of family affairs. 2pp

284 28 July 1873 Holograph letter from A. Grant, Collegio Scotteze, Roma, to Kirby: Please give this letter of introduction to Dr. Eyre to Sr. Mary of the Cross. 1p

285 30 July 1873 Holograph letter from Cardinal Antonelli, Rome, to Kirby: Thanks for greetings. 1p

286 30 July 1873 Holograph letter from C.B. Barr, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, to Kirby: His wife is dead. 4pp

287 31 July 1873 Holograph letter from + T.P. Power, St. John's, Newfoundland, to Kirby: He is after returning from Ireland. He was at the O' Keefe trial but it was really he who was being tried. Today they heard of the sad news of burning and destruction of the Baltimore church and the other public buildings in Baltimore including the university. Provides description of fire. They lost one of their priests Fr. Walsh, who had been in Rome 'in 1867. Please get Mr. St. John sent home from Propaganda if he is finished. Drink is a great temptation for the priests. Convents are increasing. A niece of Fr. Michael O' Donnell, a nun, has become insane. 6pp

288 31 July 1873 Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Vincent of the Holy Cross, Castlemare di Stabia, to Kirby: Thanks for book. Is he very ill? Dr. Leahy of Newry tells her there are perpetual adorations in the Archdiocese of Dublin. They want vocations in Ireland. Perhaps some of Kirby's students have sisters who might join them. 6pp

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289 1 August Holograph letter from Thomas O' Farrell Administrator, 1873 Cloyne, Co. Cork, to Kirby: Please get marriage dispensation. 2pp

290 1 August Holograph letter from Professor De La Brayère, 155 Via del 1873 Pozzetto, to Kirby: Thanks for alms. 2pp

291 1 August Holograph letter from Count Robert Cecil Kearney, 15 Rue 1873 St. Giles, [Oethery], Basses Pyrenees, France, to Kirby: He is an imposter and got the title of Count from his Holiness by Trickery. Please tell his Holiness that he wishes to renounce the title without anyone knowing it was ever conferred. Gives his home address as Ballinavilla, Co Mayo. [Kirby notes that the writer should write to Cardinal Antonelli] 5pp

292 1 August Holograph letter from [P.P.], Lislee, Barryroe, Timoleague, 1873 Co. Cork, to Kirby: Please get dispensation [ending of letter missing]. 4pp

293 2 August Holograph letter from Spada Flamini + C., Via dei 1873 Condotti, Palazzo Torlonia, to Kirby: Personal financial matters. 1p

294 3 August Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of the Cross, Loreto, to 1873 Kirby: They are doing well here in Loreto. 1p

295 4 August Holograph letter from John J. Carroll, Bombala, New South 1873 Wales, Australia, to Kirby: Please get faculties. Sends note for Sr. Mary of the Cross. 3pp

296 5 August Holograph letter from Francesca M. O' Doherty, Loreto, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for kindness and relics. Getting on well here. 3pp

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297 5 August Holograph letter from Mercy Convent, Longford to Kirby: 1873 Sr. M. Bernard thanks Kirby for prints. St. Joseph also encloses a note. 4pp

298 6 August Holograph letter from Joseph Roper, Propaganda College, 1873 to Kirby: Repays money that Kirby sent to Turin for him. 1p

299 7 August Holograph letter from Abb. C. di C., Fossano, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for gifts. The Bishop of Pinerolo is dead. 4pp

300 7 August Holograph letter from William Brady, Poste Restante, 1873 Courmayeur, Aosta, to Kirby: Thanks for kindenss.1p

301 8 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Savour Murphy, Presentation 1873 Convent of the Sacred Heart, Lancaster, Tasmania, to Kirby: Please get Papal Blessings, the cost of pictures of the Sacred Heart and a gift from the Holy Father for their bazaar. 4pp

302 8 August Holograph letter from Firmeno Casaretti, Pittore, Casa di 1873 [S. Agosto], to Kirby: Please give alms. 1p

303 9 August Holograph letter from Giuseppe Ricci, Vaticano, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for money. 1p

304 9 August Holograph letter from Contesse di Cambuzzano, Monte S. 1873 Vittoria, Pinerolo, [Piemonte], to Kirby: Family affairs. 4pp

305 9 August Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for giving Suffrages' letter about the Dr. Vaughan appointment to the Cardinal Prefect. He pities the poor Dominican nuns in Adelaide. Dr. Reynolds the new Bishop, is a good man but his diocese is terribly divided. The priests are against Dr. Reynolds. Thanks for kindness to Sr. Mary. 4pp

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306 10 August Holograph letter from W.G. Todd, London, S. E., to Kirby: 1873 Asks if Kirby presented his wire to his Holiness, also his application for a portable altar. Their friend Mr. Monsell M.P. is gone to Ireland. He fears he may loose his seat on account of the Home Rule movement. 4pp

307 11 August Holograph letter from Nalenano Cardddella S. J., Collegio 1873 Romano, to Kirby: Thanks for offering of £100. 1p

308 13 August Holograph letter from James Dunphy C.C., Arklow, Co. 1873 Wicklow, to Kirby: His Eminence told the writer that Kirby got a large sum of money from Blessed Victor for his vineyard on the Salarian Way. The collection for the Pope was never better. The people of Kilkenny are enchanted with Dr. Moran. Please get faculties for the writer. 4pp

309 13 August Holograph letter from C. Reynolds, Bishop-Elect., 1873 Adelaide, to Kirby: Sorry to get my appointment. There is £1,300 debt on the diocese and nothing to meet it. Will have to sell some property. They will hold a grand bazaar - could Kirby get a gift from the Holy Father - also Cardinal Barnabo? Dr. Quinn has lost one of his best young priests. Shall he write to Cardinal Barnabo before the bills arrive? He has no time to write to Sr. Mary but give her his regards. When will she leave for Rome? 4pp

310 13 August Holograph letter from Sr. Maddallena dell Incarnazione. 1873 Superior, to Kirby: Thanks for charity. Spiritual matters. 2pp

311 14 August Holograph letter from J. Segrave, Dundalk, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for generous donation towards new cathedral. The Primate wishes to have the Holy Father's Blessing for the dedication on Sunday 24th. 3pp

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311 a 14 August Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1873 Encloses £20 and Peter's Pence of £925. Diocesan news. Would like new priest, Fr. Doyle, to remain for another year. Visitation ends. Mooncoin is a nursery of priests. They want zealous and humble priests. Fr. M. Murphy is President of College. Their new cathedral is dedicated to the Assumption and fifteen of the old parishes. 4pp

312 15 August Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columba, St. Chiar, 1873 Assisi, to Kirby: Thanks for offering. 3pp

313 15 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. [Fuggieri], Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 1p

314 15 August Holograph letter from E.M. Byrne, 36 Blessington Sq., to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for kindness. Find £5 for the Pope. He stayed recently with his nephew Count O' Byrne. Personal matters. 8pp

315 15 August Holograph letter from Fr. T. Lynch, Grayfields, 1873 Donnybrook, to Kirby: Thanks for favours. Discusses Australian affairs. Have got three students in Maynooth for Australia. 4pp

316 15 August Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Celeste, Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 2pp

317 16 August Holograph letter from Robert Kelly S. J., St. Francis Xavier, 1873 Upper Gardiner St., Dublin, to Kirby: Sends petition relating to Sacred Heart signed by his Eminence. Please get dispensation. 6pp

318 a 18 August Holograph letter from Monsignor Giovanni Simeoni, 1873 Propaganda, to Kirby: News. 1p

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318 18 August Holograph letter from Achille Canon [Rinaldai], 1873 Propaganda, to Kirby: His Holiness grants the blessing to opening of Armagh Cathedral. News form Monsignor Simeoni. 1p

319 18 August Holograph letter from Mary of the Cross, London, to Kirby: 1873 When she arrived she missed Mr. Mc Dougall, at the boat. She prays that the cause of the schools will go well. Fr. Christie S.J. discussed matters with her. She hasn't yet seen Monsignor Howard or Stones. Describes schools visited in London. Though not Catholics her hosts have great veneration for his Holiness. 4pp

320 19 August Holograph letter from E. Canon Mc Cabe, Kingston [Dun 1873 Laoghaire], to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Mr. Gentile called on the Cardinal. What is his address? The Cardinal has got a new life from the O' Keefe case. 4pp

321 21 August Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, The Anglesea Hotel, Dun 1873 Laoghaire, to Kirby: Please burn Mrs. [Welply's] letter which writer sent to Kirby by accident. He sent Kirby's letter to her. His business concerned Mr Leonardi and the procurement of Malachite and Lapis Lazuli. He is heading for home soon. 3pp

322 21 August Holograph letter from Margaret Mary T. Eveleth, 1873 Campiglio, Tyrol, to Kirby: Thanks for letter. Spiritual matters. Writer is a convert. 8pp

323 22 August Holograph letter from + J. Power, Waterford, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for good wishes and his appointment. He was glad to get Dr. O' Brien's blessing before he died. Diocesan appointments. 4pp

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324 24 August Holograph letter from William [Purcell], [Presbytery, 1873 Marlboro St], to Kirby: Introduces Rev. P. Delaney of Mount Melick.The Cardinal has gone to Armagh and therefore could not write an introduction for Delaney himself. 1p

325 26 August Holograph letter from + P.C. Cullen, Dublin, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for rescript. Find £50. They had a grand opening to Armagh Cathedral - description. The Orangemen caused trouble. 2pp

326 a 27 August Holograph letter from Michael Hourigan, Cashel, to Kirby: 1873 Has now obtained Bishop's approbation and faculties. 1p

326 27 August Holograph letter from P. Kelly, Mountrath Constabulary, 1873 Queens County [Laois], to Kirby: Please get some remembrance of their uncle buried in San Lorenzo. 4pp

327 28 August Holograph letter from T. Denmeade [of India], 3 Mount 1873 Vincent Terrace, Limerick, Ireland, to Kirby: Thanks for letter to Bishop of Southwark. 3pp

328 28 August Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Sends £100 for Pope and £500 more later. Armagh Cathedral is very fine but with some flaws. It will cost a lot to keep it up. It will be hard to be able to pay for organist, singers, etc. alone by the Parish of Armagh. The new St. Agatha's [Clonliffe] is going well - description of ornamentation. Clonliffe is very hard to keep - mentions high cost of meat. It is difficult also for the nuns as their dowries yield less income as in the past. Any chance of getting a good professor of Theology and Canon Law in Rome? They could pay him better than he is paid in Rome. Fr. O' Hagan isn't making much progress due to lack of money probably. 3pp

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329 29 August Holograph letter from Sr. Mary of The Cross, 44 South St., 1873 Governors Sq., West London, to Kirby: She is getting ready for a pilgrimage to the Blessed Margaret Mary. 3pp

330 29 August Holograph letter from C. William Russell, St. Patrick's 1873 College, Maynooth, to Kirby: He wants to pay for Archaeological Journal. Find money. Thanks again for ordination brief. He hopes they don't cause delay on Roman side. They have precedent for the privilege. Reference to Dr. Manning going to Armagh and Holy Cross. 4pp

331 30 August Holograph letter from + T.W. Croke, Auckland, to Kirby: 1873 Croke has written a long account to Cardinal Barnabo. He is fully over his difficulties. Another mission is no longer in debt. He now has his own house. He has acquired more property. Confidence in Ecclesiastical administration is now renewed entirely. He hopes to have £2000 for a cathedral fund by the end of next month. They owe nothing. All parishes have schools and churches. The confederation of the Holy Scapular and Holy Rosary is in every church. In Auckland they have the Confraternity of the Christian Doctrine doing good work. The Franciscans, 'ever a source of worry and anxiety', have left and good Irish priests fill their place. Schools are excellent, especially Sisters of Mercy. He will set up the Society for the Propaganda of the Faith and also have a Peter's Pence collection. Priests and people are excellent. He may go to Europe next year. Dr. Moran has just left and is going well. Wellington is still unprovided for. Dr. Vaughan's appointment will cause great trouble. The Irish Bishops in new South Wales are all opposed to him. Now enclosed- handwritten [draft] by Kirby, partly translating this letter. 2 items.

332 30 August Holograph letter from Mother T. Josephine Ryan, 1873 Presentation convent, Cashel, to Kirby: Faculties. 4pp

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333 31 August Holograph letter from J. Maher, Moynoughly, Moate, Co. 1873 Westmeath, to Kirby: Fr. Maher is getting better. His mother is very ill. Please get the Pope's blessing for her. Dr. Conroy is not sending back Sig. Pettit. 4pp

334 31 August Holograph letter from Sr. M. Eletta Galanti, Velletri, to 1873 Kirby: Spiritual matters.

335 31 August Holograph letter from Sr. Maria, Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 2pp

336 August 1873 Holograph letter from Henry Anthony, Seafield House, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, to Kirby: Thanks for giving good report to Bishop of him. His health is coming on. He came home in eight days. 3pp

337 August 1873 Holograph letter from + John Leahy, Newry, to Kirby: Sends Peter's Pence from Dromore £237. Has he a place for a student? Please settle two canonical cases one involving nuns teaching young boys and the second concerning inheritance and money. 4pp

338 1 September Holograph letter from + William Lanigan, Goulburn, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for painting. He is going to Bathurst to assist at opening of the new college there. St. Patrick's College will be opened on February 1st. Sydney's new co-adjutor is a big disappointment. It is a slight on the Irish. There are more Germans there than English. Lack of harmony between Suffragans and Archbishop will weaken their influence, especially when the Government is trying to secularize their schools. They are loosing by his mode of acting in that word has been sent to the Archbishop of new Sees and they were not told. 8pp

339 2 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen [], to Kirby: 1873 Financial matters. Glad to hear students got on well. Didn't notice Messrs Dillon or Lawlor among the premiato. 2pp

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340 2 September Holograph letter from Robert Kelly SJ., Upper Gardiner 1873 Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. 2pp

341 2 September Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Celeste dell SS. 1873 Sacremento, Velletri, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. 2pp

342 2 September Holograph letter from Augustinius J. O' Reilly, St. John's 1873 and Paul's, Rome to Kirby: He is doing a retreat. He is sorry to have left his diocese and submits to his Bishop. Could Kirby get permission for him to say Mass? 2pp

343 2 September Holograph letter from P. Muldoon, St. Patrick's, Limerick, 1873 to Kirby: Papal Blessing for Sisters going to Australia and for him and the new church he is building. 3pp

344 3 September Holograph letter from Arthur P. Sheedy, C.C. St. John's, 1873 Limerick, to Kirby: Thanks for reply. Mayer and Co, Munich will get the statue in the museum photographed and make a facsimile of it. The four new statues will be unveiled on November 1st. Please get Papal blessing. 4pp

345 3 September Holograph letter from Lizzie Butler [niece], 33 Castle St., 1873 Dublin, to Kirby: How is his health? Pray that she may settle her vocations. 4pp

346 4 September Holograph letter from E. Canon Mc Cabe, Kingstown [Dun 1873 Laoighaire], to Kirby: Introduces Mr. Robert K. Clay. 3pp

347 4 September Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: Tell 1873 Leonardi not to mind the oriental Lapis Lazuli. Gives full details of materials he wishes Leonardi to supply. Please modify the condition of Propaganda for having Mass said weekly in Mrs. Ryan's chapel. Captain Power Lawlor is dead. 4pp

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348 6 September Telegram from Brady, Ivrea, to Kirby: Send letters to poste 1873 Restante. All well. 1p

349 6 September Holograph letter from + P. Leahy, Thurles, to Kirby: 1873 Another change - he wants Lapis Lazuli but no Malachite. 1p

350 7 September Holograph letter from Pio B. [Senderoni], Rett. Del 1873 Santuario di M.SS di Quintigia, to Kirby: Could Kirby supply three priests tomorrow at the request of the Bishop? 1p

351 8 September Holograph letter from + Daniel Murphy, Launceston, 1873 Tasmania, to Kirby: Thanks for painting. Get dispensation - releasing sisters who are teaching from enclosure vows. The Tridiuum went very well in the diocese. 4pp

352 12 September Holograph letter from W. M. Brady, Post Restante, Ivrea, to 1873 Kirby: When is Fr. Maher coming back?He might escort his niece. He wired as he expected a letter from him. Could he get him an introduction to the Archbishop of Turin, a friend of Manning who speaks English? The "Unita Cattolica" is the only Catholic paper taken in the neighbourhood. He is buying General La Marmosa's much discussed book. 3pp

353 13 September Holograph letter from Mary of the Cross, 44 South St., W. 1873 Governor Sq., London, to Kirby: Writer is back from Paray, France. Spiritual matters. Glad to hear of Fr. Reynolds appointment. He will make an excellent friend and Bishop. An evil in Queensland is that more novices are being sent to remote upcountry schools. Dr. James Quinn is not fulfilling his promise though Dr. Matthew Quinn is. The Congregation of Propaganda should stop it from Rome. Writer wants unity in the order without intrusion from Bishops. She is not afraid of Dr. Quinn but his brother. She is returning to Australia via Rome. Paray was wonderful. 8pp

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354 13 September Holograph letter from [E.E. O' Monihan], Administrator, to 1873 Kirby: Please get marriage dispensation for his bishop Dr. [Keane]. 4pp

355 14 September Holograph letter from A. J. O' Reilly, Convent of the 1873 Passionists, St. John and Paul's, Roma, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. Writer wishes to enter a religious community. Tell Dr. Leonard. 8pp

356 17 September Holograph letter from Maria Eletta Prina, Roma, to Kirby: 1873 Business about new chasuble. 2pp

357 17 September Holograph letter from A. O' Reilly, Convent of the 1873 Passionists, Roma, to Kirby: Writer cannot remain any longer there. Kirby will advise writer where to go next. Please send writer the 'celebat' so he can have intentions said in one or two churches in Rome.. 4pp

358 19 September Holograph letter from Eliza Lyon, Chicago, [niece], to 1873 Kirby: Family affairs. 3pp

359 20 September Holograph letter from Monastero dei SS Cuori, Castelamare 1873 di Stabia, to Kirby: Convent affairs. Please discuss them with Fr. Mulooly. [part of the letter lost]. 4pp

360 20 September Holograph letter from M.F. Doherty, Toulouse, to Kirby: 1873 Had a grand pilgrimage. 4pp

361 20 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Introduces Alderman Campbell. 1p

362 23 September Holograph letter from Patrick Power, Halifax, Nova Scotia, 1873 to Kirby: Sends £100 for poor religions of Rome. 2pp

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363 23 September Holograph letters, first letter from Sr. Mary J. Bernard 1873 Hackett and Sr. Mary Peter, St. Mary's, Ursuline Convent, Waterford to Kirby: They both mourn Dr. O' Brien. Hackett states that he was for 52 years their friend. Account of his death. They like their new Bishop. Dr. Delaney is their good confessor and chaplain. Convent affairs. Dr. Moran praised very much their new church. Their cousin there will soon write. 8pp.

364 23 September Holograph letter from A.J. O' Reilly, St. John and Paul's, 1873 Roma, to Kirby: Thanks for letter and document for vicariate. At Kirby's wish writer will stay with Passionists. Discusses economic position and alternative accommodation. 4pp

365 25 September Holograph letter from T. Bonacci, Roma, to Kirby: What 1873 book does he want? 2pp

366 26 September Holograph letter from + James Mc Devitt, Letterkenny, to 1873 Kirby: Kirby is right not to let home Messers Walker and Mc Gettigan. It was only extreme necessity prompted him to ask for them. He is going to Rome in November. Has he room for another student? 3pp

367 26 September Holograph letter from Alessandra Contessa di Cambuzzano, 1873 Fossano, to Kirby: Family affairs. 6pp

368 27 September Holograph letter from Achille Rinaldini dalla Propaganda, 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for gift. 1p

369 27 September Holograph letter from A.J. O' Reilly, Convent of the 1873 Passionists, Roma, to Kirby: May writer go to Monte Cassimo? - explains circumstances. 3pp

370 27 September Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1873 Painful and unsuccessful negotiations with Fr. O' Keefe. 3pp

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371 29 September Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 O' Keefe tried to deceive Dr. Moran but foiled T.G. - full description. There is a new church in Ballytore and new furnishings - another new church at Edgeworthstown - they are making great progress. This day week he dedicates the new church of St. Mary of the Angels for the Capuchins in Dublin. He had a lovely letter from the Pope. 4pp

372 29 September Holograph letter from C.W. Russell, St. Patrick's College, 1873 Maynooth, to Kirby: Discusses historical side to question of ordination dates in Maynooth. They haven't heard yet whether O' Keefe has fully submitted to his bishop. 4pp

373 30 September Holograph letter from A.O' Reilly, St. John and Paul's, 1873 Rome, to Kirby: Writer is going to Monte Cassino. 3pp

374 30 September Holograph letter from Sr. Marietta Aubent, Suora della 1873 Carita to Kirby: Thanks for kindness. 2pp

375 September Holograph letter from J. Maher, Mooresfort, Tipperary, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for book - The Callan question arouses great interest. Writer leaves next month for Rome with William Cullen. 3pp

376 1 October Holograph letter from Sr. [], St. Joseph's, Tullow, to Kirby: 1873 Willie Joyce whom Kirby got into Propaganda has joined the Oblates. Get permission for a privileged altar. Please try and get new Missal and also Roman Directories. [end of letter missing]. 4pp

377 2 October Holograph letter from John Mulgreen Administrator, St. 1873 Michael's Parish, Limerick, to Kirby: Marriage dispensation. Letter is authenticated by + J. Butler, Bishop of Limerick. 4pp

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378 3 October Holograph letter from A.F. O' Reilly, Monte Cassino, to 1873 Kirby: Writer will not be allowed to stay here long. Please write and get Monsignor Simeoni to write to the Abbott. 3pp

379 5 October Holograph letter from B. Mac Carthy, Mitchelstown, to 1873 Kirby: Greetings from a past pupil through his brother going to St. Agatha's as a student. News of past pupils. The Bishop is ill. 3pp

380 5 October Holograph letter from Gio Camevolini, Tivoli, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for present. 1p

381 6 October Holograph letter from T. Donani, Rome, to Kirby: Business 1873 matter about grapes. 1p

382 7 October Holograph letter from M. M. des Victoires, [], to Kirby: 1873 Couldn't find Kirby in town. When will Kirby be back to see all about their new foundation? 2pp

383 8 October Holograph letter from M. Vicenza of the Holy Cross, 1873 Castelmare di Stabia, Monestero dei SS. Cuori, to Kirby: Is he vexed over writer consulting Fr. Mulooly yesterday? Writer spoke to Milanie of La Salette - description. Writer will set up in Rome and perhaps Ireland. 6pp

384 8 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Dispensation, Fr. O' Keefe gave people to think he was submitting but he was only trying to get money from Dr. Moran. His congregation is deminishing but Protestants and newspapers back him. Mr. Sullivan has left Catholic University and joined Queen's College. 1p

385 8 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Murphy, the bearer. 1p

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386 8 October Holograph letter from W. F. Gedd, St. Colman's College, 1873 Fermoy, to Kirby: Introduces three new students Batt O' Keefe, Ed Mc Carthy and William Herbert. 3pp

387 9 October Holograph letter from Emrico Amoldo Fehr, Bologna, to 1873 Kirby: He sent Kirby his publication. Owing to his conversion, he has lost his position as Minister of Religion in Germany and now is very poor. Please send alms. Enclosing printed letter of reference from Congregation of the Mission, for Fehr dated 25th February 1855, attesting to his sympathies to the Catholic Faith. 2 items.

388 10 October Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, on board "China", 1873 to Kirby: Dr. Murray and he are on board, going to Dr. Reynolds' consecration. Sorry Cardinal Barnabo has refused their petition about Dr. Vaughan. Dr. Polding has them in conference about the erecting of new sees. Description of Polding's trickery in Victoria. They recommended Dr. McAlroy for Sandhurst but Dr. Polding said Dr. Goold didn't like him so they wrote to Dr. Goold asking him to unite with them for Dr. McAlroy. Full description of bad feeling between bishops. Writer opened his new college. He is thinking of visiting Rome - see the Cardinal Prefect. He needs priests and nuns badly. 6pp

389 10 October Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Melbourne, to 1873 Kirby: Dr. Goold and Dr. Moore are gone to Rome. Newspapers say he is gone to arrange about the new dioceses of Sandhurst and Ballarat. He goes of course to upset all they have done. The Archbishop proposed the names of three Melbourne priests as candidates for the new Sees. One is Dean Moore who is gone to Rome with him. But Dean Moore is too fond of drink. Dr. Buckhouse is second - very wealthy and fond of money. His appointment would cause scandal. Dr. Fitzmaurice, V.C. of Dr. Goold, is third. He was fit but now is too old and never preaches. See Cardinal privately and tell him not to act until he gets next mail. Kirby will be able to answer false charges Dr. Goold will make about them in Rome. Pray for them to the Blessed Virgin. 4pp

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390 11 October Holograph letter from J. Maher, Dublin, to Kirby: He will 1873 head on October 22nd. Their Lordships meet in Dublin next week. He will leave at once afterwards. 2pp

391 11 October Holograph letter from Grannard, Castle Forbes, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for congratulations on their new marriage. 4pp

392 12 October Holograph letter from A. O' Reilly, Monte Cassino, to 1873 Kirby: The abbot will let writer remain only a week longer- he asks Kirby for money due to him from Masses and asks for advice on a religious house to move to? 4pp

393 17 October Holograph letter from A. O' Reilly, Monte Cassino, to 1873 Kirby: Thanks for money. 2pp

394 18 October Holograph letter from B. Stanislaus White, Order de 1873 Citeaux, Refore de le Trappe Gabinet du Procureux General c Rome, Via San Giovanni In Laterano 95, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness while in Tivoli. Enclosing letter from A. Romain, Prior, Abbey of the Immaculate Conception, Saint Michael, Bouches-du-Rhone, to Reverend Father stating that Fr. Alexander is still there. He doesn't want his friends in Ireland to know. 5pp

395 19 October Holograph letter from Francis O' Neill, [], to Kirby: 1873 Introduces Mr. Plowden, his patron who is from a very ancient Catholic family. 1p

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396 19 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 They had a Maynooth Board meeting and later a University Board meeting. Dr. MacHale didn't attend - long description of Dr. MacHale's attitude to said Catholic University. Doctors Power and Keane are sick. Present state of the university. Good professors are deserting for better positions, other teachers have disgraced themselves. The Jesuits should run new residence well. Their Lordships of Ardagh, Raphoe and Achonry are going to visit Kirby. Writer's case with O' Keefe will not come off probably until January. 4pp

397 23 October Holograph letter from Mary Agatha Cullen, Presentation 1873 Convent, Kildare, to Kirby: Thanks for engraving. Convent news. Dr. McElroy is a great missioners and coming to Ireland for help. 3pp

398 23 October Holograph letter from + T.F. Mac Cormack, Co-adjutor, 1873 Bishop of Achonry, to Vice Rector of the Irish College: Please fix up with Cardinal Barnabo about writer's proposed visit to Rome. 1p

399 24 October Holograph letter from + J. Leonard, St. Mary's, Capetown, 1873 to Kirby: Doesn't want Fr. O' Reilly back. He will give O'Reilly an exeat and let him join some order. Fr. Duignan who was delicate leaving Rome is able to do little work. 4pp

400 14 October Holograph letter from Ellen Kirby [niece], [], to Kirby: 1873 Family affairs. 2pp

401 25 October Holograph letter from + James Walshe, Carlow, to Kirby: 1873 Dispensation to ordain an underage deacon. 1p

402 28 October Holograph letter from Stanislao Forchielli, Luguaro di 1873 Teverina, to Kirby: Thanks for money for masses. 1p

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403 28 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Dr 1873 Kirby: Sends £600 from Dr. Goold for Peter's Pence. All Protestants back O' Keefe - Lord Russell, Dean Hanley, Lowry Whittle. Everything is quiet at Callan. Fr. O' Dwyer, an ex Augustinian and ex C.C. of O' Keefe, is now suing him for money. Home Rule is rising and Drs Keane and MacHale are in favour of it. Tell Fr. Maher to write something for the papers. They know nothing here. 3pp

404 31 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Sends £500 for the Pope. That makes £2, 500 now. Writer didn't see Fontini when he was in Ireland. Description of him. They haven't full details yet of all O' Keefe's charges. Dr. Moran's schools in Cashel are going on well. Could Kirby get a good Professor for Theology and Canon Law for Clonliffe at £400 per annum. 2pp

405 a 31 October Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Dr 1873 Kirby: Money for Pope. Discusses recent confiscations. France is improving. 3pp.

405 31 October Holograph letter from W. Russell, St. Patrick's College, 1873 Maynooth, to Kirby: William O' Callaghan was expelled but he may not be fully guilty and deserves another trial. 4pp

406 31 October Holograph letter from Sr. Catherine Aurélie du Précieux, 1873 Sang, to Archbishop Lynch of Toronto: Best wishes to the Archbishop of Toronto for his voyage to Rome. Seeks a Papal Blessing. 4pp

407 4 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Introduces Mrs. K. Blunt who must get her daughter a dispensation from enclosure in Paris and take her to America for a short period to secure property. Enclosing holograph letter from Cullen to Madam [Blunt] explaining what he did in terms of introductions in Paris and Rome. 2 items.

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408 15 November Holograph letter from Archbishop Rinaldini, Propaganda, to 1873 Kirby: Monsignor Secretary wishes that the Archbishop of Armagh send a reply at once about Fr. Thomas Matthews. The Cardinal Prefect doesn't want to have to write three or four times as he had to do about Mr. Campbell. 1p

409 5 November Holograph letter from Contessa O' Meara, Via dell Grazie 1873 14, Borgo Pio, to Kirby: Thanks for kindness and alms for sister. 3pp

410 5 November Holograph letter from Madre Aguese dell SS. Sacramento, 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for kindness and alms of £100 received through Contess O Meara. 2pp

411 6 November Holograph letter from Bartholomew Woodlock, Catholic 1873 University of Ireland, to Kirby: Introduces Mr. Pim, a senior MP for Dublin who is visiting Rome with his daughter. 2pp

412 6 November Holograph letter from + C. Reynolds, B. of Adelaide, to 1873 Kirby: Would not go to Sydney for consecration so the Archbishop had to come here last Sunday. Describes the consecration. Their Lordships of Bathurst and Maitland investigated the Dominican affair so that Mother Catherine Murphy and a lay sister are being sent back to Cabra. Writer is getting an experienced nun from Maitland as prioress. The Bishop of Melbourne has imposed another bad priest, Dean James Moore, as a candidate for the Episcopacy - full description. Use that information at Kirby's discretion. Description of hospitality between Dr. Goold and writer - reasons for it. He intends dedicating diocese to the Sacred Heart. Any chance of priests? Any hope of regaining three places in Propaganda? A Fr. James Ryan, the nephew of the Bishop of Clonfert, was to come but is getting an exeat to join a religious order. Now he may not get it. Diocesan debt of £15, 000 - description of financial matters. Tell Sr. Mary if she is in Rome that all is going well with the community. 8pp

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413 7 November Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, [], to Kirby: Full 1873 description of arrangements in Dominican Convent in Adelaide. Hope again reigns in the Church in Adelaide - Reynolds is an excellent Bishop. The last two bishops here were drunkards from Melbourne, so watch out and don't have the same in the new sees. Dean Moore is guilty in this respect. 4pp

414 8 November Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Secretary., 1873 Propaganda, to Kirby: Thanks for £463.11.5 from Dr. Kelly of Derry. 1p

415 10 November Holograph letter from J. Martel, Limerick Diocesan 1873 Seminary, to Kirby: Martel, a past pupil, thanks Kirby for faculties. Convent affairs. His work in the city and seminary. 4pp

416 11 November Holograph letter from V. Cardella, Scots College, Rome, to 1873 Kirby: Anything about the Collegis Romano in the archives of the Irish College? They are preparing a book. 1p

417 12 November Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1873 Sends rescripts about Mr. Cliffe's private oratory allowing him keep the Blessed Sacrement there. Cliffe's son lives at Bellevue. Also enquires about rescripts allowing him to reside in the seminary. 3pp

418 13 November Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columba Angeli, 1873 Abbadessa della Clarisse, Santa Chiara, to Kirby: Thanks for rescript and alms. Spiritual matters. [missing May 2006].

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419 13 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Be careful not to contract cholera. Nothing new of O' Keefe. Sorry to hear of persecution of the orders in Rome. Description of affairs in France and McMahon. Would prefer a Roman Jesuit rather than a secular for Clonliffe - whole story given of row with Jesuits over proposed new Jesuit College in Killiney. Have they referred the matter to Rome? 4pp

420 13 November Holograph letter from Mary of the Cross, Invernevis, Fort 1873 William, to Kirby: Thanks for Bishop's letter. Help writer to get priests. Get the Pope and Cardinal Barnabo to approve - writer wishes to go to Ireland for postulants - get letter for her from the Cardinal. Writer had a letter from Dr. Matthew Quinn - they still cannot agree on the rule about Superior General and teaching of music. See Cardinal de Luce about the rules. For the first seven years she wants one novitiate at the Mother House. She is trying to get money here. Give her directions and she will go to Ireland. She is trying to get all she can for Dr. Reynold's bazaar. 3pp

421 16 November Holograph letter from James Daly V.G., Meteghan, Co 1873 Digby, Nova Scotia, to Kirby: Dispensation. 3pp

422 18 November Holograph letter from Mary of the Cross, Invernevis, Fort 1873 William, to Kirby: Writer repeates the contents of an earlier letter, in case that letter was not received. [see KIR/1873/420]. Hopes to get money to get priests back to Adelaide. 3pp

423 19 November Holograph letter from + T. Furlong, Wexford, to Kirby: 1873 Dispensation. Tell Mr. Corish he cannot be ordained until debt due here is paid. 4pp

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424 19 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Try to reconcile Dublin woman with husband who now lives in Via Sistina 68. Sir Augustus Paget has done himself little honour. Description of progress of Clonliffe church. Clonliffe going well. Financial and other difficulties of Catholic University. Trinity is bribing their Maths Professor, Mr. Casey, but he refuses to go. Mr. Sullivan however has left to become president of Queen's college, Cork. Three bishops are leaving for Rome. 6pp

425 23 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 The Bishops have left for Rome. Fr. O' Dwyer ex- Augustinian and ex C.C. of Fr. O' Keefe is going to Rome repentant to get all censures off. Try to get Cardinal Barnabo to keep him in Rome for a while, he might relapse. O' Keefe seems in danger of bankruptcy. His followers are diminishing. Case of terrible death of Mr. Hawkins, Birmingham while blaspheming. Dispensation - sorry to be looking for so many - 'but what is to be done with the unfortunate, who are driven by poverty into the same house. I believe it is better to dispense than to leave them in sin.' There was a great Home Rule meeting - he believes that a Home Rule Parliament, half of whom would be Protestant, might be inclined to begin to make laws for bishops and priests and fetter the actions of the church. The Government are vexed over their University declaration and they threaten to prosecute if they [Cullen etc] confer degrees. Enclosing small cutting [], [no date], with article about O' Keefe fund set up for Fr. O' Keefe in his struggle against Cullen, Listing committee members. 2 items.

426 25 November Holograph letter from Edmund O' Leary P.P., Toomevara, 1873 Co. Tipperary, to Kirby: Faculties, to erect canonically stations of the Cross. 2pp

427 25 November Holograph letter from + John Scandetta, vicar apostolic, 1873 Gibraltar, to Kirby: Could Kirby get priest for him? His prospects, Spanish conditions, he's starting church and school for £20, 000. 4pp

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428 26 November Holograph letter from [], Roma, to Kirby: Sewing machine 1873 for sale - name [torn] off. 3pp

429 26 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Matter of selling vineyard. 1p

430 26 November Holograph letter from + P. Moran, Dunedin, New Zealand, 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for delivering money to Pope, kindness to himself and diocese. Sr. De Ricci was ill. He has a beautiful new place bought for the Dominican Sisters for £3, 500 and nearly paid it all. He has increased church property by £10, 000. Find more money for Pope. 4pp

431 27 November Holograph letter from + Matthew Quinn, Bathurst, to Kirby: 1873 They continue doing their work and only did their duty in protesting to Propaganda about Dr. Vaughan. Sr. Cahill, S. J. Of Melbourne is coming to give a series of retreats in the diocese. 4pp

432 28 November Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Francis O' Reilly, Convents 1873 do Bon Sucesso, Belem, Lisbon, to Kirby: Pray for family, convent affairs. 4pp

433 28 November Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Sale and confiscation of vineyard. Cullen has written to Lord Granard to intercede with Lord Granville. The M.P.'s will interfere. Send full details. Is the British Ambassador doing anything? Incident of child abusing Dr. Moriarty. 2pp

434 [Does not exist - Mistake in dating].

435 2 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Lucia Lori, [], to Kirby: 1873 Convent affairs. Spiritual matters. 4pp

436 2 December Holograph letter from P. Nolan P.P., Trinity Without, 1873 Waterford, to Kirby: Please get indulgences. 4pp

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437 4 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby. 1873 The English Government will do nothing about Ireland. Lord Granard wrote to Lord Granville but he will do nothing he fears. Get Dr. Conroy to advise Kirby. Threaten Marshal Mc Mahon. Try the French or American Ambassador. He sends report of Catholic Union. 4pp

438 5 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Get Dr. Conroy to act quickly about the vineyard, to go to one of the ambassadors or the Pope. The Catholic Union meeting was very useful but can only protest. The University meeting yesterday was very successful. Dr. Molloy is a new professor from Maynooth. Everyone is very vexed with the Italian Government. 2pp

439 5 December Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Clare, Convent of Poor 1873 Clare, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, to Kirby: Thanks for engraving. 3pp

440 5 December Holograph letter from M. Mc Alroy, V.G. DD., Tullamore, 1873 to Kirby: Faculties. He is getting 6000 Francs from Propaganda of the Faith Paris for the diocese in Australia. Mentions faculties for Thomas Murphy, Mount Mellick and Cornelius Twomey of Goulburn. 2pp

441 5 December Holograph letter from Brophy, Presentation Convent, 1873 Mountmellick, to Kirby: Please get documents referred to by Dr. McAlroy [see KIR/1873/440]. 2pp

442 6 December Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colombo Angeli, St. 1873 Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Please get rescript and Papal Blessing. 3pp

443 7 December Holograph letter from + Nicholas Conaty, Cavan, to Kirby: 1873 Sends £600 - Peter's Pence. They have given the Catholic Union a new lease of life. 3pp

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444 7 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Lord Granville has written to A. Paget, British Ambassador. Abbè Polin is teaching French and German in Catholic University. Archbishop Lynch of Toronto is going to Rome. [Missing May 2006].

445 7 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Lord Granville's answer which he includes may mean nothing - he has written to Sir Augustus Paget. Make Dr. Conroy call on him. He will ask Doctors Mc Gettigan and Leahy to write to Lord Granville also. The bigots in London under Lord Russell are to hold a meeting to encourage Bismark and the Emperor in their persecution. 4pp

446 9 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, to Kirby: 1873 Thanks for Sir Augustus Paget's second letter. He is sending it to Lord Granville who may be induced to stop the sale. Don't give up the original title deeds on any account. 3pp

447 12 December Holograph letter from Sir A. Paget, British Ambassador, 1873 Rome, to Kirby: The Italian foreign office informs him that the sale of the vineyard has been suspended pending further examination. 1p

448 12 December Holograph letters from P. J. Tynan, 59 Eccles St., Dublin, 1873 and +P.C. Cullen, Dublin to Kirby: In the first letter Tynan encloses two letters from His Eminence, one for Cardinal Antoinelli and another for Cardinal Barnabo [enclosures not extant]. There is no reply from Lord Granville and they are obviously not going to interfere. Question of Dr. Robertsons' books and Ph.D. There is a danger of O' Keefe bringing on the trial again as he has enough money again. In the second letter Cullen states that Dr. Keane is dying. Dr. Butler supported the University Bill against all the other Bishops. Dr. MacHale cares little about Home Rule but likes to oppose. A Capuchin and a Carmelite are the only two priests in the diocese to favour Home Rule. 4pp

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449 14 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Eletta, Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 2pp

450 14 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby. 1873 Thanks for telegram about stoppage of sale. It might be wise to sell now if possible. Please let Kirby and Dr. Maher send articles for publication to show the Catholic side of affairs in Rome. 2pp

451 15 December Holograph letter from Kate O' Conor, The Palaces Elphin, 1873 Co. Roscommon, to Kirby: Thanks for rescript. Get relics. 5pp

452 15 December Fragment of handwritten letter from [+ Paul Cardinal 1873 Cullen], [], to Kirby: Sends £50 for Pope from a Spanish merchant. Sell vineyards quickly. Greetings to Cardinal Barnabo, have forwarded letter for him and for [C. Antonelli]. 1p

453 15 December Holograph letter from Mary of the Cross, Franciscan 1873 Convent, Inverness, to Kirby: Glad she hasn't got to go to Ireland. Writer is so tired. Will have patience in waiting for the decree. Discusses route home. 5pp

454 16 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maddallena dell 'Incarnazione, [], 1873 to Kirby: Thanks for kindness 4pp

455 16 December Holograph letter from B. Garberini, [], to Kirby: May writer 1873 visit Vineyards? 1p

456 16 December Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Vincenza of the Cross, 1873 Castellamare, to Kirby: Spiritual side of temporal matters - vineyard etc. Convent affairs. Spiritual matters. 9pp

457 17 December Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Colomba Angeli, 1873 Abbedessa, S. Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Buon Natale. 4pp

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458 17 December Holograph letter from + William Lanigan, Goulburn, to 1873 Kirby: Sends small gift from the Diocese to the Pope. Five priests whom he has been expecting are a fortnight late. Their new college - St. Patrick's, will be opened on February 1st. 4pp

459 17 December Holograph letter from Patrick Quail, Dunmore, 1873 Ballynahinch, to Kirby: Quail, a past pupil, seeks faculties for Via Crucis in Ballynahinch and Dunmore. 4pp

460 19 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 The general opinion is that Kirby should sell the vineyards. Enclosing copy of letter from Lord Granville. They are lucky to get anything done with such an Ambassador in Rome. Buon Natale. Enclosed - Copy letter on behalf of Lord Granville to Cullen from Tenterden, Foreign office - Acknowledges receipt of Cullen's letter to Earl Granville. They are in consultation with the Ambassador in Rome who says the sale has been suspended. 2 items.

461 17 December Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Philomena [niece], St. 1873 Mary's Ursuline Convent, Waterford, to Kirby: Spiritual matters. Convent elections and changes. We are all praying for the vineyard. 4pp

462 18 December Holograph letter from + J. Murray, Newcastle, to Kirby: Dr. 1873 Vaughan arrived two days ago and got a great reception. All differences were avoided. 4pp

463 18 December Holograph letter from J. Mullins P.P., Ring, Dungarven, to 1873 Kirby: Faculties. 2pp

464 18 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, Dublin, to 1873 Kirby: Introduces Mrs. Burrell. 1p

465 19 December Holograph letter from Sr. Margaret C.C., Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 3pp

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466 21 December Holograph letter from Contessa di Cambunzzano, Fossano, 1873 to Kirby: Auguri. 2pp

467 21 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Fuggeri, Velletri, to Kirby. 1873 Buon Natale. 2pp

468 21 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maria C. di C., Velletri, to Kirby: 1873 Spiritual matters. 2pp

469 21 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Virginia Costa, Velletri, to 1873 Kirby: Auguri. 3pp

470 22 December Holograph letter from Giovanni Simeoni, Della 1873 Propaganda, to Kirby: Thanks for £200 from Cloyne and £50 from Dublin. 1p

471 22 December Holograph letter from J, Ryan, P.P. Ballingarry, Killenaule, 1873 to Kirby: Dispensation. 2pp

472 22 December Holograph letter from Joseph T. Flemming, 34 Lower 1873 Dominick Street, Dublin, to Kirby: Happy Xmas. Papal Blessing. 4pp

473 22 December Holograph letter from Sr. Mary Francis Clare, Convent of 1873 the Poor Clares, Kenmare, to Kirby: Pictures didn't come yet. 4pp

474 23 December Holograph letter from + Paul Cardinal Cullen, [], to Kirby: 1873 Glad to see Sir A. Paget has changed. Don't sell land cheaply. Nothing new about O' Keefe. What about St. Isidores, the English and Scots College? 2pp

475 23 December Holograph letter from Sr. M. Aguese, to Kirby: Grazie e 1873 auguri. 2pp

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476 26 December Holograph letter from Sr. Maria Chiara Papi Abbedessa, 1873 Monastero di San Lorenzo, [Pane Perna], to Kirby: Thanks for money. 1p

477 28 December Holograph letter from Sr. Chiara Columba Angeli, St. 1873 Chiara, Assisi, to Kirby: Thanks for money. 2pp

478 28 December Holograph letter from + P.F. Moran, Kilkenny, to Kirby: 1873 The college vineyard? Missions. Presaepio. St. Kieran's College prospering. Ecclesiastics dress with soutane and soprano, as in College Rome, make Ossory students first rate. Professors of Latin, French, Ceremonials, Maths, Philosophy and Ecclesiastical Chant. Callan peaceable. 4pp

479 29 December Holograph letter from Thomas Feehan C.C., St. John's 1873 Kilkenny, to Kirby: Dispensation. 1p

480 54 [Correspondence and personal notes by Sr. Maria Maddalena del Cuore di Gesù - see entry for KIR/1873/480]

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480 01 1872 to 1874 File of correspondence with, and personal notes by, Sr. Maria Maddalena del Cuore di Gesù, Carmelitana Scalza, Monastero Corpus Domini, S. Pietro e Marcellino. Including 18 undated items, and 10 items 1850-1858; with correspondence from [Kirby] and from Archbishop Brigante of Recanati and Loreto. Including also miniature booklet [not digitised] with rules, spiritual exercises [1854- [1871], to be left unread until after her death. Dated 31 March - 7 December 1872, 28 May - 28 November 1873, 6 January - 15 July 1874. c.254pp or 83 items

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