Mary Purcell

Dublin Diocesan Archives: Hamilton Papers (2)

In this issue there is continued the catalogue of the papers of Archdeacon John Hamilton (1800-62) which was begun in volume xiiii (1988). In the file presented here the documents cover the period from 1814 to 1830 and are mainly in the form of letters sent to John Hamilton as student and young curate. Mary Purcell who catalogued the Hamilton papers gave a brief biography of this remarkable priest in volume xxxvi (1981). Born in 1800, John Hamilton was the eldest of seven children. His father died in 1816 and in the following year John went to the Irish College, Paris. His progress there was so rapid that he taught his fellow-students in his final years. It was a time of disturbance and upheaval in the college. Fr. Paul Long, appointed rector by the Irish bishops, was ousted more than once and continually harassed by Richard Ferris, who had held high office in the college prior to the Revolution and who, through his powerful friends in high places, effectively controlled the Bureau set up to supervise the Irish, English and Scots colleges, united under Napoleon. When study became impossible Hamilton and his friends, Morgan O'Brien of Cloyne and Myles Gaffney of Dublin, transferred to St. Sulpice. Ordained in 1824, Hamilton came home and was appointed curate in St. Mary's, the present Pro-Cathedral in Dublin. He was later administrator there from 1831 to 1853 and paid off the debt on the Pro-Cathedral. He also built St. Lawrence O'Toole's church and the schools at Seville Place and William Street. He ran an orphanage, a home for widows, a home for blind boys and a Catholic Library Bookshop. He revived the invaluable Catholic Directory and founded a spiritual association for priests. It was he who introduced the Society for the Propagation of the Faith into Ireland. As secretary to Archbishop Daniel Murray, he looked after the administration of the diocese during the archbishop's frequent illnesses and absences. Consequently the later papers of Archdeacon Hamilton are complementary to those of Archbishop Murray. The editor wishes to record his thanks to Mr. David C. Sheehy, Diocesan Archive, Dublin, for his help. 3 Dublin Diocesan Archives: File 35/2 Papers of Archdeacon John Hamilton. Copied by courtesy of His Grace Most Rev. Desmond Connell, Archbishop of Dublin. Catalogued by Mary Purcell.

1 1817 A letter from Luke Cahill, Dublin, to Messrs. G. and W. Simmons, Liverpool, informing them that John Hamilton is going to London via Liverpool and asking them to help the traveller all they can. Date: 23 September 1817. The Bearer, Mr. 2 1817 A letter from John Hamilton (in London) to his mother. He describes his arrival in Liverpool, delay caused by sea-sickness; sight-seeing in Liverpool, dinner at an hotel, seeing Kean act at the Theatre Royal, his 34-hour coach drive to London, the fellow-travellers etc. and his arrival in London. Remembrance to relatives and friends. Date: 27 September 1817. My last of 3 1817 A letter from Simon Hanratty, Dublin, to his friend, Jn. Hamilton in the Irish College, Paris. He gives a message from Mrs. Hamilton to her son re money sent him. She would write but has no news. He describes his aunt Mary's wedding; theatre news from Dublin and London, death of the Princess of Wales and her infant son and the general mourning decreed in Dublin which closes all theatres for 14 days. He gives an account of Roger O'Connor's law case; reports the deaths of John P. Curran and Mrs. Brinsley Sheridan and loss of a ship between Bristol and Waterford in which accident 54 persons were drowned. Date: 11 November 1817. I am desired 4 1818 A letter from Fergus Dowd, Bordeaux Seminary, to Jn. Hamilton at the Irish College, Paris. He is very happy in the Petit Seminaire and describes the arrangements there; the food is much better than in Paris and claret is 2d. per bottle. The countryside is beautiful, the townspeople provide the seminary with everything and the Archbishop spends all his yearly income on the College. When he goes to Paris he will bring a bottle of claret to friends whom he names; and sends good wishes to J. H. and other friends. Date: 20 August 1818. I find myself 5 1818 Same to same. He encloses a letter for Hamilton to give to addressee; the latter got money from Dowd's father for him but 4

has not forwarded it, though he wrote to him twice about it. He and the other students are on retreat so he will not write anything further but all the Irish students are well. Date: 6 November 1818. I found myself 6 1819 Same to same. He describes his students etc.; also a journey which took him through Orleans. The rules are very strict in his seminary; one could be expelled 'for making a graceful smile'. There are hopes that the Irish College, Bordeaux, may be re- established. Date: 16 February 1819. I received your 7 1819 A letter from Luke Cahill, Dublin, to John Hamilton at Paris. He is glad that John likes the Irish College and that he got Minor Orders so early. He sends good wishes from 'Miss Mary' (his sister). He is sending John money by Frank who is going to Paris for a few days and hopes John will show him the sights. John's mother and all the family are well. Mr. Hanratty died, a great loss. He sent John £2.10s. Mary Ann Cahill thanks for the beads. (She adds a note thanking John.) Date: 5 July 1819. I am happy 8 1819 A letter from Mrs. Jane Hamilton to John in Paris. She is glad he is well and progressing more rapidly than expected with his studies. She got the letters he sent by Mr. McMahon. Mrs. Hanratty is bearing her loss well. She herself and all the children are well. She asks when he expects to be home. Date: 29 August 1819. I received your 9 1819 A letter from Simon Hanratty, Dublin, to John Hamilton in Paris. He describes his father's illness and death, also that of his brother Stephen; he tells of an accident when two brothers went shooting and one boy's gun went off, killing the other. Mrs. Hanratty adds a note to letter saying that she is still too distressed by her loss to write but will write later. Date: 31 August 1819. I take up 10 1821 A letter from Fr. P. H. Curran, chaplain, Bordeaux diocesan seminary, to John Hamilton, Irish College, Paris. Answering Hamilton's query about his (H.'s) two brothers, he says both are promising boys and suited for business careers. Francis would be the more steady for the Church; James is perhaps his superior in talents but Francis has more application. James has the wit of his late father. He gives messages for people in the Irish College and discusses the property of the Irish College, Bordeaux. 5 It is decided not to re-establish that college, it would still be advisable to keep the house, divide and let it, thus providing revenue that could be put to good use. He gives news of students, friends of J. H. Two, due for ordination soon, wish to stay on for a few years; the Archbishop will be glad of this Tor he has 76 parishes without any priest; the neighbouring diocese in like case; a bill now with French Parliament may improve things. He gives a message from Mr. Gorman, executor of the late Rev. Burke's will. Date: 15 May 1821: Your very satisfactory 11 1821 Same to same. He doubts that the Bordeaux Irish College will be re-established. His own object in coming to France was to learn the language, but in Bordeaux they speak Gascogne; also the only support for an Irish priest there is Mass offerings; so he is setting out for Paris and hopes to see J. H. and other friends soon. Date: 3 June 1821. This moment I 12 1821 A letter from Simon Hanratty, Dublin, to John Hamilton, Paris. [Very faded, portions illegible]. Mrs. Hamilton got no reply to her last letter in which she enclosed money for John. He gives news of friends and acquaintances. The son of Mr. Murphy, the ironmonger, blew his brains out because of gambling debts. Date: 11 July 1821. I take this 13 1821 A letter from Miles Gaffney at Grisy to John Hamilton at the Irish College, Paris. He cannot go to Paris yet; gives messages for Dr. Kearney and others and asks if John knows how they will be situated at S. Sulpice. Another College would suit Wall well but is very expensive. John is to enquire what would be the charge there for ten months and send word. 'You and I did all we could for him'. Date: 6 August 1821. I don't find 14 1821 Same to same. A long letter telling J. H. how M. la Roche, a lawyer, took him and Egan for a visit at his country home in Brie and how they want with him to the law courts where they met a young counsellor from Paris, a priest. He describes the latter's beliefs and will bring him to meet J. H. Date: 21 August 1821. You see I 15 1821 Same to same. Wall (cf. 13 above) now says he is coming to Paris to study physics; he asked the writer to look out for a place for him but as G. cannot go to Paris now he asks J. H. to try for a place, perhaps in S. Nicholas. He discusses different aspects 6 of Wall's situation; W. wants to be in a college 'where there are no Irish'. W. told Gaffney in confidence that his father only allows him 700 or 800 francs a year. J. H. must know this when approaching the colleges. The matter is urgent as W. must know by 16 September. Date: 31 August 1821. In the letter 16 1821 Same to same. A long letter. Their letters crossed; he is very disappointed to hear he is not going to S. Sulpice. He has made friends with the local curé; he details the faults of the French, cunning, fickleness, irreligious; ignorance of the faith, lovers of money etc. The curé told him all about Prince Hohenlohe, his vocation and the miracles wrought by his prayers. If he, the writer, is returning to the Irish College, Paris, he asks J. Hamilton to get Crosby's room for him as his own gets too hot in summer. Date: 22 September 1821. Your letter of 17 1822 A letter from Rev. Alex McCabe at Kells, Co. Meath, to Messrs. Toomy, Hamilton and O'Brien at the Irish College, Paris. He apologises for silence and delay in acknowledging their testimonial and gift - a snuff-box. He does not use snuff at present but will put the names of the students into it; if he loses the box the names 'will be transferred to my heart'. He only wishes he could have done more for them in Paris. He sends good wishes and will always be interested in their progress. Date: 25 March 1822. If, when you 18 1822 A letter from J. A. Greene, Paris, addressed to J. Hamilton at the Irish College. No letter enclosed; envelope only. Date: 17 July 1822. 19 1822 A letter from E. Barron, Oldtown, to J. Hamilton asking for information about Rev. Patrick Crumpe; he heard he was back on Dublin mission and wants his address. Date: 12 October 1822. I have to 20 1823 A letter from Bernard Kirby, S. Sulpice, to J. Hamilton, Irish College, Paris. He sends a gift of a copy to Tertullian with an extravagantly-worded note. Date: 19 June 1823. I send you 21 1823 Same to same. A very angry letter; he is mortified because J. Hamilton sent him the price of the book and a cool note which deeply hurt him. Date: 20 June 1823. If you condescend 7 22 1823 Same to same. A long-winded apology for his last letter [21 above]. He attributes his bad temper when writing it to a malady he suffers from 'which causes the blood to boil up all about my lungs and affects my temper'. He asks J. H. to destroy the letter and not keep it as a monument. Date: 24 June 1823. I have received. 23 1823 Same to same. He expected J. H. to write by return; it looks as though his (Kirby's) apology had not been accepted etc. etc. Date: 30 June 1823. I expected that 24 1823 A letter from J. A. Greene, London, to J. Hamilton, introducing his friend, Mr. Morton, who is going to Paris; he hopes J. H. will show him the sights. He received the letter and book and expects to see J. Hamilton when he passes through London. Date: 1 August 1823. Permit me to 25 1824 A letter from Rev. Alex McCabe, Greenwich, to J. Hamilton, Paris. He mentioned J. H. to a Mr. Raphael who is going to India and wants to take a tutor for his two sons and a missionary for European and Indian Catholics in Madras. If not gone there, or not intended going there, Dr. Poynter needs a priest for Bermondsey where many poor Irish live and badly need a pastor and Fr. McCabe recommended him. Dublin is already well provided for and Dr. Murray would surely allow J. H. to come to London. If J. H. is not yet ordained or if he is engaged for other work perhaps M. Gaffney would come. Hamilton and Gaffney are the only two Fr. McCabe would recommend. If both come, all the better. He asks for an early reply. Date: 23 April 1824. I, some time ago 26 1824 A letter from James O'Halloran, at Tournon, to J. Hamilton, Paris. He was deeply grieved to hear of Dr. Kearney's death and eulogises the dead Rector. He congratulates John on his ordination and asks him to offer Mass 'for my unfortunate brother'. He asks when J. H. is returning to Ireland. (On reverse, is another hand, is a list of names, possibly J. Hamilton's Mass intentions.) Date: 5 May 1824. If I'm the 27 1824 A letter from John Ryan, Paris, to J. Hamilton at Hotel de France, Paris. Concerning a vestment he wishes brought to Cashel. Date: 6 June 1824. Should an opportunity 8

28 1824 A letter from Serizier, Lafitte & Constantin, Bordeaux, to J. Hamilton, Paris. His order (the two packages) is being shipped on the first ship leaving for Dublin. Date: 19 June 1824. We are favoured 29 1824 A letter from Revd. P. Langan, Paris, to Fr. J. Hamilton, Dublin. A reference of character and conduct asked for by J. H. from Fr. L. who was his Rector when in the Irish College, Paris. Date: 27 June 1824. As you express 30 1824 A letter from Rev. R. Mills, S. Sulpice, to Fr. J. Hamilton, Dublin. As J. H.'s and another bourse are now vacant, Fr. Mills asks him to do all he can to get one of them for him (for Fr. M.). He gives news of the Irish College. Date: 24 July 1824. As love will 31 1824 A letter from Bernard Kirby, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He writes from S. Sulpice and encloses a letter 'for my cousin, Pat Taaffe, Junior, and no other person living.' He forbears to comment on J. H.'s failure to visit him before leaving Paris. (On reverse, in another hand, a copy of an extract derogatory to Dr. Murray and Dr. Doyle of Kildare and Leighlin. Date: 11 August 1824. Pressing necessity obliges. 32 1824 A letter from James Hanratty, in London, to Fr. Hamilton. He is pained at the news in Fr. H.'s July letter. He knew that ill-feeling always existed between their two families but had hoped that on J. H.'s return he would reconcile them. He is very uneasy that such has not happened. He does not say that his mother was right and Frank Hamilton wrong; there were faults on both sides but surely they could settle matters; if that is all religion can do what use is it? He writes at length in the same strain, deploring the family quarrel. Date: 1 September 1824. Not for the 33 1824 A note from Fr. P. Long, City Quay, to Fr. Hamilton; he regrets having missed him, but will do as he asked; this is possible now as Mr. X is leaving Clontarf soon. He asks Fr. H. to call at any hour before 11 a.m. next Monday. Date: 10 September 1824. Mr. Long is 9 34 1824 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He is unable to look after Fr. H.'s friend as much as he would like to, but has put others in touch with him. He writes of their friend, Morgan O'Brien, who does not wish to go to the Irish College, Paris. He himself is going to Beauvais for a month. He asks Fr. H. to interest himself in his (M. G.'s) young brother; his mother, Mrs. G., does not seem to be doing anything about his education; if left longer it may be too late. Date: 11 September 1824. I was just 35 1824 A letter from P. T. Burke, Maynooth College, to Fr. Hamilton. An address of an unnamed person must be incorrect, so the books are still in the Customs; he suggests how the person's correct address may be found and invites Fr. H. and their friend, Murray, if he has returned, to visit him next Wednesday. Date: 16 September 1824. The only name 36 1824 A letter from Fr. Terence Doran, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He finds it difficult to cope with all he has to do and thought of writing to Dr. Murray but decided to write to Fr. H. first. He gives news of various friends in Paris, Issy, etc. and is annoyed at Fr. H. for making such a fuss over the 200 francs. Date: 17 September 1824. I seize the 37 1824 A letter from Fr. W. Hogan, Redbarn, Youghal, saying that the books are at Dublin and telling of the sad consequences that followed the delay in payment. He encloses the money now but has no time to send a copy of the faculties. He is to be in Cloyne diocese. Date: 20 September 1824. After arriving in 38 1824 A letter from Fr. Maurice Power, Kanturk, to Fr. Hamilton. He enquired about Fr. Hogan [cf. preceding] but there is no word of him since he arrived in Dublin a month ago; his family are quite worried. He will write to the bishop of Cloyne and enquire. Their mutual friend, Morgan O'Brien, has died. [This is incorrect as letters below will show.] Fr. Egan, now in good health, was ordained last Sunday. Date: 25 September 1824. After due and 39 1824 A long letter from Fr. W. Hogan, Cloyne, explaining the various visits and delays on his journey from Dublin to Cloyne. He adds written (Latin) copies of the faculties. Date: 30 September 1824. Yrs of the 10 40 1824 A letter from Mr. Maurice Power, Kanturk, to Fr. Hamilton, introducing Mr. Vaughan, 'a perfect counterpart of yourself, mild, modest, virtuous and talented'. He expects a letter from Paris and will send on any news it may contain. Date: 21 October 1824. Mr. Vaughan, the 41 1824 A letter from Rev. T. Doran, S. Sulpice, to Fr. Hamilton. He is grateful for the advice to remain in Saint-Sulpice, an advice which coincided with his own decision. He describes the excellence of the training there and gives news of mutual friends. Mr. Mills adds a line to the end of letter, greeting Fr. H. Date: 18 December 1824. I received yours 42 1824 A long letter from P. Barrett, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. Fr. Hamilton's letter to him was delayed as the bearer, not finding him in S. Sulpice, thought that he had left Paris. He finds the Irish College, where he now is, a big change from S. Sulpice. He gives news of various friends. Date: 24 December 1824. It is with 43 1824 A letter from W. H. Higgins, Rome, to Fr. Hamilton. So far he has not succeeded in getting the relics Fr. H. asked for but hopes to do so soon through the Franciscans at St. Isidore's. He gives news of Dr. M. Blake's reception by the Pope. Dr. B. is more popular in Rome even than in Dublin. He describes the opening of the Holy Year, repeats Dr. Blake's praises of Fr. Hamilton and gives an account of his studies; he needs Mass intentions as he intends staying on to do Canon Law and Hebrew, and is short of money. Date: 29 December 1624. I should have 44 1824-1825 Printed. A pamphlet with an account of the controversy between the congregations of St. Mary's and St. Joseph's churches, Philadelphia, including the letters exchanged between Most Rev. Dr. Conwell, Bishop of Philadelphia and Fr. T. J. O'Meally. Date: 1824-5. Series of letter 45 1825 A letter from Glasson and Duggan (Bridgefoot Street) to W. Sweetman, 4 Mountjoy Square, asking his help in organising a subscription for Mr. Luke Cahill (evidently gone bankrupt). The collected £97 from their English houses; one house alone in England, which lost £1000 through L. C.'s failure, subscribed £50; everyone recognizes the integrity and worthiness of L. C. 11 whose failure was his misfortune rather than his fault. G. & D. are also writing Mr. O'Brien and hope that he and Mr. Sweet-man will launch an appeal among their friends; at least £250 would be needed to guarantee old L. C. an annuity for the remainder of his days. Date: January 1825. Mr. Luke Cahill 46 1825 A bill from A. M. Holmes to Fr. Hamilton for two three-month periods of tuition to Myles Hamilton. Date: 17 July 1825 and 1 January 1826. To A. M. Holmes 47 1825 A list for distribution of tickets for the dedication of the Pro- Cathedral 14 November 1825. Persons on streets of the N.C. Road and the Canal, District No. 6. Signed by Mr. Wm. Cole. 25 July 1825. 48 1825 A letter from Miss S. A. Boulgier[?] at Woodstock, to Fr. Hamilton. She thanks him for his letter with advice for her intended tour but it has now been postponed for reasons she gives. She is evidently an old French lady who taught him French in former years; she mentions the few persons she knows in France. Date: 15 November 1825. I am sincerely 49 1825 A note from Thomas Esmonde to Dr. Hamilton. The parishioners invite Fr. H. to the dinner in Morrison's Hotel on 14 November (date of dedication of the Pro-Cathedral). Date: November 1825. In compliance with 50 1825 A signed statement by the priests appointed by Dr. Murray to investigate the boundaries of Donnybrook parish; signature of Fr. Wm. Stafford, P.P., accepting their decision; the document confirmed by Dr. Murray. Dates: 29 March, 20 September and 23 September 1825. We, the undersigned 51 1825 An invitation from Fr. P. Kenny, S.J., to Fr. Hamilton to attend the Academical Exercises at Clongowes. Date: 26 July 1825. Mr. Kenny solicits

PRIESTS and STUDENTS 52 1825 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais to Fr. Hamilton. He writes at length about life in Beauvais seminary where the rule of Saint- Sulpice is followed. The place suits him in every way; 12 one expects to be home and will call on Fr Hamilton. Date 10 January 1825. I am sure 53 1825 A letter from P. Barrett, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He sends a few lines by someone leaving for Ireland. He regrets Fr. Hamilton's departure from the College; his new professor takes things easy and he is not making much progress with him. Some students torment him because he is not of their way of thinking, but Fr. H. experienced the same; the Butlers are the worst. He gives messages for friends and directions about a crucifix which is to be given to Fr. Kenny, S.J. Date: 30 January 1825. I seize the 54 1825 A letter from P. Brady, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He is annoyed at Fr. H.'s mentioning such a paltry debt; it is impossible to give news of the Irish College as Mr. Hussey is waiting on the letter and is about to leave for London where Dr. Poynter is to ordain him. Date: 15 February 1825. I acknowledge the 55 1825 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais Seminary, to Fr. Hamilton. He asks Fr. H. to send the 125 frs. he intended sending to M. G. to the latter's mother instead; this was for Morgan O'Brien, but M. G. will remit same to M. O'B. in France. He is in good health and very happy in Beauvais; the Bishop would like him to stay on there for some time, but his family may need to have him home. He asks Fr. H.'s advice and sends greetings to Dr. Murray and all friends. Date: 22 February 1825. Mr. O'Brien has 56 1825 A letter from Morgan O'Brien, S. Sulpice, to Fr. Hamilton. Farrelly was ordained at Christmas and he himself made a deacon; he is in H.'s cell at S. Sulpice; he tells of his troubles changing colleges, his fears of ordination, his correspondence with Dr. Coppinger. If he is ordained in summer he will go home and call to see Fr. H. on the way. He refers to the money Fr. H. is sending through Fr. M. Gaffney [cf. preceding]. He has ideas of joining the S. Sulpice community. Date: 17 February 1825. I received on 57 1825 A letter from (Fr.) Eugene McCabe to Fr. Hamilton. It is impossible for him to dine in Exchange St. today; he thanks the priests for enrolling him as a member but as he cannot comply with the rules he tenders his resignation. Date: 1825. I find it 13 A letter from Fr. J. J. Whelan, Townsend St. to Fr. Hamilton. He will hardly be able to present at the Conference; if there he meant to ask for leave of absence for three months; he requests Fr. H. to ask that for him. Date: 21 April 1825. Tho' I mentioned 59 1825 A letter from Fr. Terence Doran, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. Life is so pleasant in S. Sulpice that he would like to spend half a century there. He asks- Fr. H. to pay £3 to someone for him. He gave his last letter to Fr. H. to Gilligan but it was taken from the bearer at Dover. No one heard a word from Hussey since he left for London where he was to be ordained by Dr. Poynter. Date: 3 May 1825. Your letter of 60 1825 A letter from Morgan O'Brien at Issy to Dr. Hamilton. He sends this letter by Farrelly; his ordination date is not yet fixed as the Archbishop has to be at the King's coronation at Rheims; it will be either in the octave of Pentecost or at Corpus Christi. He has scruples and asks advice, especially about the ministry. He will go home when ordained; he would prefer to remain another year in Paris but his mother, though able to pay for him, will not, and he is being deprived of his burse. Date: 4 May 1825. I have received 61 1825 A letter from Fr. Mills, S. Sulpice, to Fr. Hamilton. He is now two years there and his only complaint is that he has not enough time for study, especially for theology; it's all note-taking and dogma class. If he spent five years there he still would not pass Dr. Murray's examinations. He asks Fr. H. to use his influence with Dr. M. to have him changed to another college; that of the Missionaries of France is in high repute. He has not studied a page of Scripture; the superior tells him to do that while eating his breakfast. Doran is in the same boat; they are both losing time and gaining nothing; he asks Fr. H. to write and tell them what Dr. Murray thinks. Date: 6 May 1825. I have now 62 1825 A letter from Morgan O'Brien to Fr. Hamilton. The ordination will be on the eve of Trinity Sunday. He asks prayers. Date: 15 May 1825. As I have 63 1825 Same to same, from S. Sulpice. He tells of his ordination on 28 May and his first Mass on Corpus Christi. He dreads the thought 14

Of going on the Irish Mission, but expects he will have to through lack of money; also, his Bishop is short of priests in Cloyne. There is a difficulty about sending the stockings Fr. H. wanted; he explains. He writes about his fears, especially about hearing Confessions. Date: 23 June 1825. Ecce sacerdos factus sum 64 1825 A letter from Fr. P. Farrelly at Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim. He is in his native diocese but there is no vacancy there; he spent some time visiting various priests; this did not induce him to remain in Ireland, too much drinking of potheen and whiskey, and little piety or devotion. He wonders if Fr. H. could approach Dr. Murray and get him (Fr. F.) affiliated to Dublin diocese. Date: 8 July 1825. I do my 65 1825 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. The Bishop of Beauvais wrote to Dr. Murray asking if he could keep him (M.G.) longer in his seminary; Dr. M. agreed, if he was of use. Fr. M. O'Brien does not yet know that he is going to Ireland. The writer encloses a letter for his mother which he asks Fr. H. to deliver, but he is not to tell her that he is going home in August: 'time enough to give her that disagreeable news when it can no longer be concealed'. Date: 10 July 1825. I send you 66 1825 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, S. Sulpice, to Fr. Hamilton. He cannot fathom why Fr. H. has not answered his recent letters in which he asked for certain advice and information. He dreads going on the Irish Mission; but may go home with Fr. Gaffney in August; he asks for a loan of money. Date: 18 July 1825. Is it possible 67 1825 A letter from Fr. Charles Austin to Fr. Hamilton. He cannot call today but will bring Fr. H. Holy Communion tomorrow between 7 and 8. He is to give word to the bearer if that is all right. Date: 20 July 1825. I regret I 68 1825 A letter from Thomas Carroll, Picpus College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. A long preamble about his inexcusable and lengthy silence; mention of money he owes Fr. Hamilton. He gives an account of his present studies and news of friends. Only four Dublin students, two of them priests, are in Paris at present. Date: 18 August 1825. I have only 15 69 1825 A letter from Fr. Cussen, Limerick, to Fr. Hamilton. He is glad that Fr. H. arrived safely home after his journey to Paris and asks for news of their mutual friends there. 'Scold me when you write, as I do not live up to our rule.' Date: 29 August 1825. I write in 70 1825 A letter from Charles O'Brien, Youghal, to Fr. Hamilton. His brother, Fr. Morgan O'Brien, directed him to forward enclosed £3 to Fr. Hamilton. On his way home from Paris, Morgan will call and collect it at Fr. H.'s. Date: 10 September 1825. I am directed 71 1825 A letter from Fr. Morgan O'Brien to Fr. Hamilton. He describes his reception at home and by his bishop, Dr. Coppinger; he dicusses the pros and cons of going to Carlow College, which Dr. Coppinger advises. His family are distressed at the thought of his leaving home again. He visited Carlow on his way from Dublin and tells of some proposals of Dr. Doyle. Morgan does not want to leave Cloyne diocese. Date: 10 October 1825. I dare say 72 1825 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais seminary, to Fr. Hamilton. He discusses an arrangement they have which Fr. H. sends him lists of Masses and gives the horararii to Fr. G.'s mother; she does not know of the arrangement. He thinks of having £15 paid for his sister, Biddy, to have her trained as a pastry cook; he will also have to pay for his brother. He is worried at not hearing from his mother and asks Fr. H. to let him know how she is. He reports on the two MacGarry boys in the Petit Seminaire. He asks about M. O'Brien, reports on his recent visit to Paris and gives a message about books for Fr. Long. Date: 13 October 1825. You expected no 73 1825 Same to same. He is glad that Fr. Hamilton has recovered health. He refers to the Masses and money for his mother and recommends another poor Dublin widow who saw better days to Fr. H's charity. The two MacGs are doing well. Kean is to be advised not to apply for Beauvais diocese, as only those trained in Beauvais seminary are being accepted. Fr. Long's books will be sent soon. Date: 12 November 1825. My occupations have 74 1825 A letter from Fr. Morgan O'Brien, now at Carlow College, to 16

Fr. Hamilton. Describes his arrival in Carlow and the grief of his family when he left home. He wonders has any news of his books come and he asks Fr. Hamilton to buy him a cheap watch for which he will remit cost. He enquires about money he lost in a coach in England. Date: 12 November 1825. Perhaps as you 75 1825 A recommendation by Fr. Langan of the Irish College, Paris, of the student P.W. Crumpe whose studies, discipline and good manners were all commendable. Date: 11 December 1825. Testor infra scriptus 76 1826 [Attached to preceding]. A recommendation of P. Crumpe by Dr. Ryan of the Irish College, Paris; during his time in the College Mr. Crump showed the highest piety and talents and was of serious demeanour. Date: 6 November 1826. Ego infra scriptus 77 1826 A copy of portion of the will of John Moore, Portland Street, who left £600 to Dr. Murray for specified charities; also a statement showing the funds that came into the hands of the trustees. Date: 10 March 1826. I give and bequeath 78 1826 Two copies. Memo given to Fr. P. Long by Fr. Hamilton at Dr. Murray's request; figures concerning Dublin burses in Paris. Date: 7 April 1826. Originally reduced to 78a 1825 Copy of a petition from Mrs. Jane Hamilton (mother of Fr. H.), 14 East Arran Street, to the Rector of St. Michan's. Her husband died more than nine years ago leaving her seven children and no means except the house in E. Arran St. She supported herself and family by letting part of the house. Due to a contagious disease, the tenants left and no one else came; she owes arrears of rent. A friend has offered to repair the house and pay the present year's taxes to the Rector, provided that the arrears are cancelled; this would enable her to pay the Rector in future and to provide for her family. Date: 20 November 1825. That upwards of 79 1828 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais Seminary, to Fr. Hamilton. He looks forward to having Fr. H. visit him; he corrects a mistake he made in young MacGarry's account. The boy's high expenses are due to himself; he is troublesome and 17 ARCHIVIUM HIBERNICUM has not yet made his First Communion. He has improved somewhat recently but is too young to say whether he shows any sign of a vocation; he says he wants to be a lawyer; he is good and fluent at French; his parents should bring the boy home. Fr. G. then discusses his sister, Biddy, and thinks that she should try her vocation with the Dames du Sacre Coeur; she should study French; she should tell their mother who will probably take it badly with all the children gone. Latest from France is the banishment of Jesuits and closing of their schools; the J. novices are being sent to Switzerland. The Bishop of Beauvais has been appointed Minister of Church affairs and is now to reside in Paris. He asks Fr. H. to inform Dr. M. that things are in a bad way in the Irish College: discipline, piety and studies have all deteriorated. Date: 13 March 1828. I sit down 80 1828 Same to same. News from home of a friend's death grieves him; he discusses money arrangements for his mother, also his sister's vocation and arrangements for her entering the Sacre Coeur convent, Paris. His mother wants to come to France but as she knows no French she would be unhappy in lodgings; he wonders is there any convent in Dublin would take her as a boarder, or a family for which she could housekeep, or a priest to whom she could go as housekeeper. He asks Fr. H. to do what he can. Date: 29 May 1828. I am just 81 1828 A note from Fr. Morgan O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton, introducing Mrs. Coppinger, sister of Dr. Coppinger who is going to Dublin on business and would like a priest's advice. Date: 24 June 1828. I take the 82 1828 A letter from Fr. M. Gaffney to Fr. Hamilton. He met Mme. Barat, superior-general of the Sacred Heart nuns, who will receive his sister; he adds a list of instructions for his sister and asks Fr. H. to bring her when he comes to France in August; if he cannot come, the Abbe Ryan or some similar person may act as angel guardian to her on the journey. Fr. H. when consoling Fr. G.'s mother can tell her that Biddy may yet be the means of bringing the S.H. nuns to Ireland as Mme Barat intends to found convents in England and Ireland. Great agitation in France; all the Jesuits have been deprived of their colleges; but they will establish colleges on the French frontiers and their students will follow them. The French papers are full of O'Connell's election. Frank MacGarry made his First Communion and is improved in conduct. Fr. G. is surprised that Dr. Murray has not answered his letter. Date: 11 July 1828. I am just 18

83 1828 A letter from Fr. M. Ryan, prior, Mount Melleray, to Fr. P. J. Tyrrell, St. Clare's Convent, Harold's Cross. He is glad he has recovered and warns him to mind his health; he advises him how to proceed in his new work as chaplain and spiritual director to nuns, 'the most difficult function of the priestly ministry'. He mentions the death of a friend and refers to O'Connell’s success in the Clare election. Fr. T. is to tell Sr. M. Bernard Whelan that her brother, Surgeon Whelan, now 18 months in Melleray, is well. Fr. Ryan is writing to her. Date: 16 July 1828. Your letter has 84 1828 A letter from M. Conry, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He sends belated thanks for helping him to get to Paris. His ignorance of French travel meant that he failed to get off the coach and give Fr. H.'s letter to Fr. Gaffney at Beauvais; he cannot procure the breviary Fr. H. asked for; news of acquaintances. Fr. McSweeney is very kind to him and has tightened discipline in the Irish College. References to two societies Fr. H. has organised for priests. Date: 27 August 1828. I have too 85 1828 A letter from P. Brady, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He explains why he was unable to attend to Fr. H.'s commissions and mentions several of their mutual acquaintances. He advises him what to do about a passport. Fr. Miles Gaffney has not been to Paris or, if he has, P.B. has not met him. Date: 26 October 1828. I received your 86 1828 A letter from P. Savage, Dublin to Fr. Hamilton (c/o Poste Restante, London). He hopes the journey is doing M. Conlan good. He gives news of Fr. H.'s family. Dr. Murray returned; he has recovered. He gives greetings and messages from the priests of St. Mary's (Pro-Cathedral). Date: 1 November 1828. With much pleasure 87 1828 A letter from Fr. Morgan O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He sends the bearer, Fr. Wm. Barron of Carlow College, who is suffering from scruples to Fr. Hamilton to be helped and advised. Date: 13 November 1828. The bearer, the 88 1828 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. He is very upset because Fr. H. did not visit him; he describes all the preparations made and all those who waited to meet Fr. H. 19 He wonders at Fr. H.'s failure to write; he also wonders at his (own) mother's silence. He advised her to go live with a lady in Townsend St., but heard nothing from her since then. Fr. Gaffney wrote Dr. Murray when the latter was in Paris but got no answer to that or his previous letter. He wonders has he displeased Dr. M. in any way. He has a wish to join the Jesuits. His mother's poverty is the main obstacle; the Jesuit priest he consults offered to write to Fr. Kenny in Clongowes who would provide for Mrs. G. and educate her son, John. He also thinks of going to Ireland for two years, get his mother fixed up and then enter. His sister is now in Lille Sacred Heart convent for a year. He asks Fr. H. to write, to give him news of Ireland, the Dublin clergy, Dr. Blake etc. Date: 30 November 1828. On commencing this 89 1828 A letter from Fr. Fitzgerald, Carlow College, to Fr. Hamilton. He thanks him for the books and asks for the bill. They are excellent; he wishes that there were a good English translation that would throw great light on the present political and religious controversies. Date: 19 December 1828. I thank you ORDINARY 90 1828 A letter from Fr. Foster, Prince Hohenlohe's secretary, to Fr. Hamilton, stating the day and hour the Prince will pray for Fr. H.'s recovery. Date: 31 January 1828. Le 31 du mois 91 1828 Printed report of Dorset Nourishment Dispensary, Meath St., for 1828. 'On a suitable diet' for the sick poor'. Date: 1828. Although the Committee

BISHOPS 92 1829 A letter from Dr. Higgins, Ardagh, to Fr. Hamilton. He is going to make his retreat in Maynooth and asks Fr. H. to get Mrs. Ryan to pack his Pontificals and send them to Ballymahon for the 25th when he will need them. When Fr. H. is coming down he should bring some copies and study the Pontificale; otherwise there will be confusion. Date: 17 November 1829. I am just 93 1829 Same to same. As he has to confer Orders at Quarter Tense he is not sure that he has all he needs. Fr. H. is to ask Dr. Murray to state all that is required for ordination. If Mrs. Ryan has not got all she may be able to borrow items, which he will return immediately after ordinations. He asks Fr. H. to reply about this. Date: 10 December 1829. You will add 20

RELIGIOUS PRIESTS 94 1829 A letter from Frère Bernard, La Trappe (near Laval), to Fr. Hamilton. He recalls their old friendship. The Laval Abbot does not receive Englishmen, (a) because they have no English-speaking confessor; (b) because all instruction etc. is given in French. Fr. H. should direct his friend, James Flood, to La Trappe near Chateaubriant, which has eighty English and Irish monks. He lists the information J. F. should give about himself when writing to the Abbot there. He should not mention having applied to another Cistercian Abbey. There are many Irishmen in La Trappe, Chateaubriant, including Lt.-Col. Murray of an English regiment of dragoons; lately an English baronet entered there. He sends good wishes. Date: 9 July 1829. I had the 95 1829 A letter from Fr. B. Kirby, Rouen, to Fr. Hamilton. He hoped that Fr. H. would have witten to him, but is disappointed. He himself is grateful to God for being now the vicaire of S. Patrice parish, the finest in Rouen city and diocese with 8,000 parishioners. Fr. Brady is staying longer to help him. Date: 10 September 1829. Je commence a 96 1829 A letter from James Flood, at La Trappe, Chateaubriant, to Fr. Hamilton. He describes his journey and the storms and the welcome he got from the (Dublin) guest-master; all are very kind to him; after three days rest he will join the community. An Irish priest he met on the boat brought him all the way to the abbey, otherwise he would never have found his way there. He gives an account of the work and prayer. He has eaten his Mast egg till next Easter'. He asks Fr. H. to forward letter (on same paper) to his brother. Date: 30 September 1829. I arrived home 97 1829 (On same paper) A letter from James Flood to his brother. Similar to the preceding. The journey took twelve days. The money his brother sent has not yet arrived. In a few days he will receive the habit. He is very happy. Date: 30 September 1829. I came here

ORDINARY 98 1829 Printed. A copy of the Act of Parliament granting Catholic Emancipation. Date: April 1829. Whereas by various 99 1829 A letter from Fr. de Joncourt to Fr. Hamilton. He recommends 21 the family of a poor tradesman who has fallen ill to Fr. H.'s charity. The man can no longer work at his trade; they are in Fr. H.'s parish. Date: 24 April 1829. Having spoken to 100 1829 A letter from A. F. Fox, Bordeaux, to Fr. Hamilton. A long explanation of how a letter went undelivered. Miss Faulkner brought Fr. H.'s letter; their last meeting was when Fr. H. was President(?) of the Irish College, Paris. Miss F. is making good progress in French. He thanks Fr. H. for offering to do any commissions he (Fr. F.) needs in Dublin. He hopes to avail of the offer. Date: 18 September 1829. I do not 101 1829 Wm. Elgar Dover, to Fr. Hamilton: a bill of £1.15.6 for forwarding a pulpit-cloth. Date: 19 September 1829. By this evening's 102 1829 A letter from Constantine Fallon, London, to Fr. Hamilton. (A long letter, somewhat incoherent). Money due to her brother who died of fever in Gibraltar was in the hands of a firm which went bankrupt. She herself came home from France with her children; she relates her difficulties; she was able to support herself and the children in France as she worked for an English firm there, but it closed down and as she did not know French she could find no other post; she tells how she has provided for three of the children; she will bring the younger ones to London and wonders if Dr. Murray would give her a reference to Dr. Poynter or some of the higher clergy as she can teach the subjects required in parish schools and hopes they might employ her. She has sent the younger children to Dublin c/o Mr. O'Connor that they may bring back the reference. Date: 7 October 1829. The recovery of

PRIESTS and STUDENTS 103 1829 A letter from Fr. Morgan O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He has heard nothing from O'Connell and asks Fr. H. to try and hurry him up as the delay is causing trouble. Things are not going well between himself and his bishop (Dr. Coppinger, Cloyne). 'I am very unpopular'. He wished to resign the special office he held from Dr. Coppinger but the resignation was not accepted. Dr. O'Brien advised him to see or write to Dr. C. to clear himself of charges brought against him but he will leave things to God. Date: 4 January 1829. I have just 104 1829 A letter from Fr. James O'Neill, Armagh, to Fr. Hamilton, asking 22 him to buy him a book of sermons he hears highly praised and to send it by the Armagh coach; if that book is not available he mentions another; he also wants a book for moral instruction, one with Scriptural quotations. Date: 5 January 1829 I beg leave 105 1829 A letter from Fr. Morgan O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He still awaits O'Connell’s reply and asks Fr. H. to tell him he must have it by Monday morning at the latest; affairs are no better between himself and Dr. Coppinger, but he (M.O'B.) has acted according to his conscience. He thinks of resigning. He asks about the rule for two different scapulars. Date: 8 January 1829. I have received 106 1829 Same to same. O'Connell has not yet answered; Fr. H. is to get the papers from him and forward them as he cannot wait any longer. The breach between himself and his Bishop is temporarily ended. Dr. Coppinger wrote to him, 'Give yourself no further trouble; I know that you have been calumniated. Go on as you are doing'. Dr. C. now seems inclined to listen to M. O'B's suggestions. God brings good out of evil. Date: 20 January 1829. As O'Connell is 107 1829 A letter from P. Brady, Logis (near St. Germain-en-Laye, Paris), to Fr. Hamilton. He apologises for the delay in writing. A Connaughtman who promised to bring a letter failed to keep promise or to bring what Fr. H. ordered. P. B. has now sent it by a Bristol firm; it should reach Dublin soon. The old woman made it according to the diagram Fr. H. sent. Fr. H. is to tell Dr. Murray that Fr. McSweeney deprived 'little Fitz' of the Irish College burse. The boy is better off in the Petit Seminaire where the Rector will keep him without payment; the Irish College is in a deplorable state, four having been expelled for drunkenness. He gives news of French episcopal appointments. Date: 4 February 1829. I am forced 108 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. A further request for the papers O'Connell has; a nun's profession is held up because of the delay in obtaining these. Further crosses are now impending over M. O' B's head. (On back, notes, in a different hand, for sermons?) Date: 4 February 1829. The constant state 109 1829 A letter from T. Halpin, Greenmount, Castlebellingham, to Fr. 23 Hamilton. He thought Mr. Doyle would have written about him (T.H.) by now; he must have changed his mind. If T.H. were sure he would go to Dublin and wait until Dr. Murray decided to give to give him a permanent vacancy. He asks to be informed what Mr. Doyle has written about him. Date: 17 February 1829. I expected that 110 1829 A letter from P. Brady, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He supposes that Fr. H. is too busy acknowledge receipt of the antependium (cf. 107 above), but hopes he will do so soon. He gives news reaching Paris about the Papal Conclave and sends M. Chateaubriand's address to the Cardinals. The French and Austrian Cardinal are at loggerheads. He was away when Miles Gaffney called. The latter's sister who joined the Sacred Heart nuns is now in Lille and very happy there. Date: 23 March 1829. I suppose your 111 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He blames ill health and hard work for his long delay in writing. 'Our rich nun is at length professed; her coming from Lisbon to here was providential for the good of religion'. At the moment the Bishop and himself are not agreeing. If the Bishop could do without Fr. O'B. in some respects it would not be hard for the latter to get leave to resign his parish and leave the diocese. He hopes that Fr. H. is coming to visit him; he wants him to buy a monstrance and thurible for the nuns. Date: 8 May 1829. As I am 112 1829 Same to same. He is delighted that Fr. H. is coming on a visit and gives him directions about coach and mail-car for the journey. He describes size and kind of monstrance etc. needed by the nuns. Fr. H. is to state cost, which will be forwarded at once. He asks Fr. H. for prayers as he and the Bishop are disagreeing again. Date: 12 June 1829. Since I had 113 1829 Same to same. The disagreement between the Bishop and himself has come to a head, so he is leaving Doneraile tomorrow for his home in Youghal and has to postpone Fr. Hamilton's visit. The Monstrance etc. for the nuns are to be forwarded to the Cork address he gives. Date: 14 June 1829. Since I wrote 114 1829 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. He has not written for eight months, partly because, as Fr. H. did 24 not reply to his last two letters, he thought he might have - un- intentionally - offended him. Fr. H. will know French political news from the papers; there is increasing indifference to religion in France and little piety. Since the Jesuits were deprived of their colleges French bishops employ many of them giving missions. He always wished to join the Society but anxiety about his mother prevented him; he gave his brother money to open a shop and bring their mother from Bray to be with him; this was done but they do not agree, so Fr. G. has advised his mother to return to Bray. Describes his classes, other duties and poor health. He asks several questions about Ireland in the post-Emancipation months and asks for papers carrying the debates on Emancipation. His brother, John, is making progress in his studies and M.G. hopes to be able to send him to College; he sends good wishes to Fr. Kenny there; Fr. H. is to tell Fr. K. of G.'s intention to becoming a Jesuit. Fr. G.'s sister in Sacre Coeur, Lille, is doing well. He hopes Fr. H. will visit him soon. Date: 14 June 1829. Were a person 115 1829 A letter from Patrick O'Sullivan, Maynooth, to Fr. Hamilton. He was given the enclosed letter by the porter last Thursday and, thinking it was from home, opened it at once. It is for Fr. Hamilton. P. O'S. apologises for the mistake. He is glad to hear Fr. H.'s health has improved. He was too busy on last visit to Dublin to call, but will call next time he is there. Date: 18 July 1829. Having received the 116 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. H. He has been too upset to write. He leaves for Carlow tomorrow and maybe for Dublin, where he hopes to see Fr. H. If not, he will write him. When he returns from Carlow he will resign from Cloyne diocese if the Bishop consents. Fr. H. is to have the monstrance ready; Fr. O'B. will send (he £24 from Carlow to pay for it. He returned from Youghal as the Bishop asked him to preside at the Conference. Date: 13 July 1829. I have been 117 1829 A letter from Fr. Denis Mahony, Ballyclough near Mallow, to Fr. H. Very illegible and faded. Thanking Fr. H. for something and asking had anyone taken out administration of the Abbe Kearney's (Irish College, Paris) affairs. Sorry Fr. H. has been ill. He himself met M. O'Brien, Maurice Power and W. Hogan, all their old friends. Date: 23 May 1829. I write you (N.B. 117 should follow 111 according to date) 118 1829 A letter from Fr. P. Crumpe, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. 25 Hamilton. He encloses a letter from his brother, Frère Bernard, La Trappe, (cf. 94 above) and adds further comments of his own on same. He has written to Fr. Doran to pay the trifling sums Fr. H. is worrying about. He sends this letter by Mr. Kenny (S.J.). Date: 14 July 1829. I have this 119 1829 A letter from John Tyrrell, Grande Seminaire, Bordeaux, to Fr. Hamilton. He was glad to be asked to do Fr. H.'s commission, but, though he searched all the Bordeaux bookshops, he failed to find the works marked in the catalogue sent. He explains that he found out about books, prices, ones out of print etc. He regrets that so many of them are not available. Date: 16 July 1829. I received yours 120 1829 A letter from Fr. Conry, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. Miss Smyth, who came to see 'her unfortunate brother', gave him Fr. H.'s letter. Her brother is not likely to recover. Fr. Conry called on him twice, all to no avail. Miss S. is very distressed at her brother's impenitence. She had hoped that Fr. Kenny, who had been his director in Dublin, would succeed with him where everyone else failed, but Fr. K. had gone to Rome; they hope he may call on the way back and effect some good. There is a long passage on books Fr. H. wishes to order. Most are out of print. The catalogue needed is sold out but he sends another publisher's catalogue. He asks for and sends messages to friends. Date: 7 1829. The letter you 121 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien (written from his home in Youghal) to Fr. Hamilton. On his return to Youghal from Dublin he had a letter from Dr. Collins with word that Dr. Coppinger wishes Fr. O'B. to continue to look after Doneraile Convent and to preside at the Buttevant Conference, and his future functions in the diocese are to be the same as previously. Dr. Coppinger and Fr. O'Brien are on cool terms; the latter knows that the Bishop is averse to his returning and resuming past functions. He has been asked to go to Cobh to supervise examinations of ecclesiastical candidates. Then the Bishop will decide his fate. A holy religious priest has advised him not to resign and not to leave the diocese, but he is inclined to go; he will do anything, even teach in a school and asks Fr. H. to advise him. Date: 12 August 1829. A few days 122 1829 A letter from Fr. P. Crumpe, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. A long, detailed account of the books Fr. H. ordered 26 with prices, format, availability etc. As Fr. H. asked to have sent via Bordeaux, Fr. C. is doing so. He explains the procedure of sending them by that route, the arrangements for paying carriage etc. He asks to be remembered to Fr. Doran. Date: 18 August 1829. On receipt of 123 1829 A letter from Fr. Denis Mahony, Ballyclough near Mallow, to Fr. Hamilton. He wonders did Fr. H. receive his last letter (117 above). Mr. George Kearney wishes to know if anyone had taken out administration of his grand-uncle's estate; his grand-uncle was the Abbé Kearney of the Irish College, Paris. This letter repeats his former one, which may have miscarried. Date: 26 August 1829. I wrote to 124 1829 A letter from Fr. P. Brady, at Boulogne-sur-Mer, to Fr. Hamilton. He is very sorry that the antependium failed to arrive. He sent it through a Mr. O'Reilly of Le Harve; he has now written twice to O'R. but go no reply. He will get another one made and send it by some really reliable person. He was ill for almost a month and Mrs. Dillon invited him to her home at Boulogne-sur-Mer to recuperate. He returns to Paris Sunday for the priests' retreat; the news of Miss S.'s brother is bad; he is still impenitent, sinking rapidly and under bad influence. He will send the antependium by a safe messenger. Mr. Simpson is taking this letter. Date: 2 September 1829. I am sincerely 125 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He is back again, though somewhat reluctant, in Cloyne diocese and very busy. He tells how his conduct of the examinations at Cove lessened the prejudice him; he is very friendly with Dr. Collins, but he is not very popular with others. He asks Fr. H. to say Mass for him and to write soon though he did not think he deserved all the things Fr. H. wrote in his last letter. Fr. Maurice Power often asks for Fr. H. Dr. Fitzgerald, Carlow, is displeased with M. O'B. for not calling. He gives an order for books and a catalogue for the nuns. He himself intends to begin to read newspapers, as it is necessary for someone in his position and makes arrangements for a three-month sub. for the Dublin Evening Post; Fr. H. is to forward the bill for same. Date: 27 October 1829. It is now 126 1829 An undated note, in French, from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. He encloses this note in one of his (Fr. G.'s) mother. He cannot understand Fr. H.'s silence; hopes that he 27 will write soon, also that he will visit him soon. He himself would visit Fr. H. but cannot afford to; the little he can spare goes to supporting his mother'. Date (of postmark): 9 November 1829. Je ne sais pas 127 1829 A letter from Fr. Laurence Dunn, North William St., to Fr. Hamilton. He received Fr. H.'s letter and document promised which he values for many reasons. He obtained Mr. Walsh's consent for the Lives of Ferraris. Fr. H. is to send for them tomorrow at noon. Date: 24 November 1829. I received your 128 1829 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He encloses £10 for the books received and asks does Fr. H. know any young ladies with vocations that he could send to Doneraile convent; he describes the convent, community, their work etc. He asks for a Life of St. Charles Borromeo for a young Sister who has taken the saint's name as her name in religion. He would ask Fr. H. to visit him for Christmas but fears the weather might be too cold. Fr. H. is not to send the newspapers yet; he will not begin reading the papers yet. On second thoughts he sends half the £10 note, remainder following in another letter. Date: 8 December 1829. I have received

BISHOPS 129 1830 A letter from Dr. Higgins, bishop of Ardagh. Writing from Jamestown to Fr. Hamilton he states that he was absent from Ballymahon on visitation and so could not return the Pontificals Dr. Murray lent him. He wants to know the date of the Dublin Synod. Date: 19 January 1830. I have been 130 1830 Same to same. Writing from Coffey's Hotel, Dublin, he tells Fr. Hamilton of the instructions he gave Mr. Robertson about the seal and motto; he wants Fr. H. to call and see that all is executed exactly as he specified. He himself has to leave at once for Ballymahon. Date: 10 February 1830. I have given 131 1830 Same to same. As he leaves Dublin for Ballymahon he left instructions and asks Fr. Hamilton to get it and forward it with the bill for same. He asks Fr. H. to enquire from Dr. Murray what the correct ceremonial is for the consecration of an altar stone. Date: 27 April 1830. I have received 28

132 1830 Same to same. From Ballymahon. He sends £6.10.0. If this is not sufficient for the diocesan seals Fr. H. is to tell him how much he still owes; he expects they are now ready; he is leaving for Confirmations and may need them. He states the speediest way of forwarding them. Date: 8 May 1830. If the enclosed 133 1830 Same to same. From Ballymahon. While in Vienna he made no intimate acquaintances, so he regrets being unable to introduce Fr. H.'s friend. Much ill-will, expense and rioting will be the inevitable result of the coming elections in Longford. He hopes to see Fr. H. on his coming visit to Dublin. Date: 13 July 1830. Owing to my 134 1830 A letter from Dr. Kelly, Tuam, to Fr. Hamilton. A student from Tuam Diocese has not returned home or written. Dr. Kelly thought that as Keaveney's (the student's) trunks arrived via Dublin he himself would soon follow. When Dr. K. gets Keaveney's address he will send it to Fr. H. Date: 29 October 1830. In reply to 135 1830 A letter from Dr. MacMahon, Wellpark, Killaloe, to Fr. H. granting him faculties, as requested, to absolve a lay subject of Killaloe diocese. Date: 9 December 1830. I have to

RELIGIOUS PRIESTS 136 1830 A letter from Fr. Whelan/Hilary (signature illegible), O.D.C. Clarendon Street, to Fr. Hamilton. He called on Dr. Murray but missed him; he asks Fr. H. to tell Dr. M. of what Mr. L'Estrange told an acquaintance of the writer's in Rome: 'that L'Estrange had made it clear to the highest in Rome that Ireland felt slighted not having a Cardinal appointed in the recent elevations to the Cardinalate.' He describes moves being made to have Dr. Murray made Cardinal; the O.D. Carmelites are writing to Rome to support the efforts being made there in Dr. Murray's favour. Date: 3 July 1830. After I had 137 1830 A letter from Brother Moses (James Flood, cf. 94 and 96 above) to Fr. Hamilton. Writing from La Trappe he sends the letter by Fr. Young and his brother. He describes, at length, life in the monastery, work, prayers, fasts etc. Soon he will be making his vows; he is very happy. There are 200 in the community. When he fell ill a monk who was a doctor in Dublin and a lay brother 29 who had been a surgeon attended him. Everyone, priests and brothers work; he works at his own trade; he thinks his fellow-religious angels; he asks Fr. H. to tell his brother Matthew Flood to send on the money promised. He hopes Fr. H. will visit his abbey in 1830. Date: 29 August 1830. I send these 138 1830 A letter from the prior of La Trappe, Fr. Ryan, to Fr. Hamilton. They are in great trouble since the recent Revolution and cannot receive novices to profession. James Flood has to return home; the monks regret losing so good a member; his conduct, while in La Trappe, was irreproachable at all times. In the present turmoil in France they expect to be expelled daily. Date: 1 November 1830. The alarming state

SECULAR PRIESTS 139 1830 A letter from D. McSweeny, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. Long preamble on (a) delay in replying, (b) difficulty of finding the work Fr. H. looked for and which belongs to him; he found some pages of vols. II and III on the library floor but nothing of vol. I. Reminiscences about his time in Fr. Hamilton's philosophy class; he is now teaching philosophy to the juniors. The College is now prospering and has 75 students, all pious and talented. It (the College) is now the equal of S. Sulpice or any other Paris College. Fr. Conry of Dublin is the physics professor. The lady who brought Fr. H.'s letter is still in Paris; her brother has died. He gives news of friends and describes the College chapel, High Masses, choir etc. Date: 9 January 1830. I suppose you 140 1830 A letter from Patrick Gernan (?), Winetavern Street to Fr. Hamilton. He heard from Mr. Mead, George's Hill, that the reason why he was not now allowed to make coffins for the Pro-Cathedral vaults was because fault had been found with one. Only three of his coffins are in the vaults - all perfect; he keeps the best workmen and pays the best wages in Dublin; all his work is first-rate. He invites Fr. H. to send an Inspector to examine the lead and the coffins he makes. Date: 30 January 1830. I this moment 141 1830 A letter from Fr. Hyland, Dunlavin, to Fr. Hamilton; he enquires about Mrs. Morgan's school in Great Denmark Street, a young girl whose father (a Catholic) died and whose mother is a Protestant, is being sent to Mrs. M.'s school; the girl is to be educated as a Catholic; will that be done under Mrs. M.? The 30 girl is going to Dublin tomorrow; he will give her a note for Fr. H. Date: 3 February 1830. May I trouble 142 1830 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He is still chaplain to the convent, but does not know for how long as another storm is brewing, not with the Bishop this time. He is in a very difficult situation and asks prayers. The books came safely. He asks Fr. H. to visit him after Easter, 'if I am still here'. He has not a moment for reading, so it was well God left him so long in College. He will let Fr. H. know how the storm turns out, if it comes at all. Date: 8 March 1830. I suppose you 143 1830 A letter from Fr. O'Connell (on staff of Pro-Cathedral with Fr. H.) to Fr. Hamilton. He is on a visit to Rome, describes the journey and his lodgings. Everything is so unbelievably cheap that if ever he is retired on a pension he'll settle in Rome. He is disappointed at not hearing from Fr. H., gives a message for Fr. Nolan, Gloucester St., and sends thanks to Miss H. Discusses the number of burials in the Pro-Cathedral vaults and Dr. Murray's reluctance to call the building a church. He himself understands this after seeing the Roman churches, these and the Italian sculptures amaze him. He describes the Holy Week ceremonies and his costume for same, including the three-cocked hat which ill becomes his features. He got some book bargains. Dr. Boylan (Rector of the Irish College and agent of the Irish Bishops) feels that some bishops at home are indifferent to his situation. He saw John McCann who looks delicate. Date: 1 April 1830. This is to 144 1830 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He asks him to postpone his visit for the present. Mr. McSweeney of the Irish College, Paris, has offered him a post as Professor of Moral Theology and Econome in the College. Dr. Coppinger consents. He himself cannot decide and gives three reasons against and one for acceptance. No appointment will be made until September. He asks Fr. H. for his opinion and advice. He hopes he remembered that this is the anniversary of his ordination. Date: 28 May 1830. As I have 145 1830 Same to same. He did as Fr. H. advised and told Mr. Mc S. that he needed more time for consideration and wishes to have more details about the posts; he will discuss matters further when he meets Fr. H., also the matter of the Dublin postulants. A lady in Doneraile who has a vocation is undecided whether to enter 31 the Srs. of Charity, Dublin, or the Presentation; she favours me first, he the second, but would like to know from Fr. H. if the Srs. of Charity have had papal approval and are formally established. Date: 15 June 1830. According to the 146 1830 A letter from Fr. Patrick Farrelly (no address) to Fr. Hamilton. He recommends Patrick Smith, an exemplary student who has a competent knowledge of Greek and Latin. He wishes to be a priest but thinks he has little chance. Fr. F. asks could he (S.) be affiliated to Dublin diocese. Date: 16 June 1830. The bearer, Mr. 147 1830 A letter from [signature illegible - secretary to a bishop] to Fr. Hamilton. Writing from Ferbane he forwards the halves of currency notes sent. 'I am at this moment the most unhappy person you can imagine ... in great anguish of mind'. Asks for prayers. (Mainly illegible, ink faded). Date: 28 June 1830. His Lordship has 148 1830 A letter from Fr. Conry, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton [almost illegible]. Fr. Young will take this letter; he has been on a visit, with his brother, to Paris and his visit gave the writer great pleasure. He recalls his visit to Dublin and how happy he was to meet other members of the B. (Borromeo - a society founded by Fr. H. for priest friends) society; further references to the B. Society and its rules and members. He could not read the article in the Dublin Evening Post, the one referred to by Fr. H., as they keep no file in Galignani's. He mentions annual reports (of the B. Society?) and also subscriptions collected; he notes that Miss Fields collected one-third of the whole. He notes some omissions and errata in the report. He refers Fr. H. to Fr. Young for news of the political situation in France. Date: 14 July 1830. I have deferred 149 1830 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. Pressure of work delayed this letter. He asks him to come and visit Doneraile next week if he is free, if not later. He himself will be going to visit Dr. Collinsin Skibbereen after next week; perhaps better for Fr. H. to defer his visit until later when they will have more time to talk. Date: 4 August 1830. J'ai ete si 150 1830 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, on his way home from Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. Writing from London he lets him 32 know that he is coming and when he is likely to arrive at Fr. H.'s. He had not intended to come but circumstances in France are very uncertain and they may not be able to re-open Beauvais seminary in September. He asks Fr. H. to let his mother, Mrs. G., know that he is coming. Date: 13 August 1830. In order that 151 1830 A letter from someone (signature unclear), Waterford, to Fr. Hamilton. [Almost illegible]. He received the books and encloses a bank draft to cover the cost; he enquires about other titles and mentions their mutual friends. Date: 18 August 1830. Before replying to 152 1830 Same to same; also very illegible - ink faded. He asks Fr. H. to see to a further consignment of books coming from Bordeaux. They will be addressed to Fr. H. and the writer wishes him to forward them as he did the former lot and to send account of costs at customs, porters etc. He had news re 'our poor Irish College', where the students are more like coal porters than students. Date: 6 September 1830. I am determined 153 1830 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. He was away from Doneraile for some weeks. The nuns thank Fr. H. for the trouble he took re Miss Lloyd; the Superioress has written to her but she should also be told about the Poor Clares, Dublin; their rules would be similar to those of the Poor Clares, Limerick, whose house was dissolved and which she had to leave. Date: 10 Sept. 1830. I have been 154 1830 A letter from Fr. James Ryan, P.P., Nenagh, to Fr. Hamilton. He thanks Fr. H. for being so kind to him on his hasty passage home from Paris and asks him to look after his books, now in the Customs and forward them, also bill of costs: another man's books are mixed with his; he lists those belonging to each. Date: 21 September 1830. The kind reception 155 1830 A letter from Fr. Miles Gaffney, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton (and a page of another letter addressed to Mr. MacGarry, father of two boys being educated in Beauvais, a coal merchant in Erne Street). Writing in French he reports his safe return from Dublin. Things are the same; they do not know yet what the effects of this last Revolution will be. He has made enquiries about Fr. H.'s little sister; it would be more prudent to wait and see how affairs go in France. A priest he met on the journey told 33 him or a house in Drumcondra that might suit the nuns (Sacred Heart?). He describes owners and asks Fr. H. to make full enquiries as re suitability, possibility of getting it etc. Fr. H. is to tell Fr. Doyle that he (M.G.) travelled by Amiens and gave the effects to the Misses Butler himself. Date: 3 October 1830. Je vous envoie 156 1830 A note from Fr. B. Kirby, Rouen, to Fr. Hamilton. He is glad to hear from Fr. H. Things are bad in France and he will soon return to Ireland. He recommends the bearer of the note. Date: 30 October 1830. Your kind recollection 157 1830 A letter from Fr. M. O'Brien, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton. The nuns are delighted with Miss Lloyd, but Mr. O'Leary has not yet forwarded the copy of the Postulation as promised [dispensation of Poor Clare obligations and permission to become a Presentation nun]. Fr. H. is asked to get Mr. O' L. to forward this. He again invites Fr. H. to visit him. In a postscript he asks two questions for Dr. Murray to answer and a minor query about scapulars. Date: 2 November 1830. Your letter of 158 1830 A letter from Fr. Christopher Boylan, Irish College, Rome, to Fr. J. Hamilton. He heard that Fr. Hamilton is arranging the material for the Ecclesiastical Directory, so he sends him a copy of the recent Decree on the rank of St. Bernard. He hopes it is in time for publication. He encloses a letter for Dr. Murray and gives messages for friends. Date: 13 November 1830. It has occurred 159 1830 A very long letter from Fr. P. Crumpe, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. As a long time has elapsed since Fr. C. wrote to Fr. H., entrusting the letter to someone going to Ireland, and as no reply has come, he fears the letter never arrived and is rewriting it. He wishes to know the position of half-bursars; owing to bad health he had to go to the country for a long time and even on his return was not allowed to attend classes. The Econome of S. Sulpice is now charging him a large bill, and neglected to apply for the amount due on the half- burse. In the Irish College he has been told that he will not receive any money there; he goes into much detail on all this. He gives news from the Irish College and tells how young Fitzpatrick is being com- pelled to enter that College. Studies have been resumed at S. Sulpice, but with fewer students. The revolution (1830) did not do as much harm as was reported. He sends regards to friends, 34 mentions his reasons for not calling on a Mr.O’Connell and refers to a Fr. Hogan who is said to be in a mental asylum. Date: 14 November 1830. Your silence this 160 1830 A letter from John McGinty, Manchester (?), to Fr. Hamilton. He refers to books which he had asked Fr. H. to retrieve from the Customs and for which he promised to pay. He now revokes the request as he has not the money to pay for them nor any prospect of having it in the near future. He asks Fr. H. not to bother, but he regrets the loss of his books. Date: 18 November 1830. Your desire to 161 1830 A letter from J. B. McDonald, S.J., Rome, to Fr. Hamilton. He has changed his College and his studies; he describes these to Fr. H. and adds a comment on the expulsion of the Jesuits from France and the strange happenings reported from that country. In a postcript he reports the death of the Pope. Date: 1 December 1830. You can indeed 162 1830 (On same paper). A letter from Brian A. Molloy, past pupil of Clongowes, to Fr. Hamilton. He recalls Fr. H.'s kindness to him when he was at school and afterwards, and gives reports of his present studies. Date: 1 December 1830. Many months here 163 1830 A note signed 'A parishioner' to Fr. Hamilton. It is very inconvenient for worshippers to have the gallery door closed until 9 or 10. It was so last Sunday; they deprived people of shelter; he knows he has only to mention it to have this rectified. Date: 1830. I trust you'll 164 1830 A letter from Sr. M. E. A. White, Presentation Convent, Doneraile, to Fr. Hamilton (very faded and illegible). As Fr. Hamilton obliged before concerning the documents required by Miss Lloyd, the Superioress writes to him again with a further request re same. Date: 16 September 1830. The necessary proofs 165 1830 A letter from the Veuve Peynaud, nee Gauthier of St. Malo, to Fr. Hamilton. Writing in French she asks to be informed about the family Cout (?) of Dublin. Many men of the family were in the army but all inherited scrofula which, she, understands, is a hereditary disease in England. One of her sons wishes to marry the daughter of a Mme. Cout, who for many years has resided 35 in nearby (text missing); she wishes to know if the Cout family in Dublin have this hereditary disease. Date: 9 December 1830. C'est sous les 166 1830 A letter from J. Dolan, Irish College, Paris, to Fr. Hamilton. He gives an account of his trying journey from Dublin to Paris in snowy weather and his disappointment with the Irish College. He enquires about some money sent him last July but which failed to arrive. He describes the classes in the College and considers that the Irish bishops are neglectful of it and send out poorly educated, rough subjects. Though there are now no public rows there is little advantage to be gained by going there to study. Date: 8 February 1830. I hope you 167 1830 A letter from Fr. Fox, Bordeaux, to Fr. Hamilton. He is glad to hear from him and hopes he may come on a visit next year. Mrs. Falkner was ill on arrival but recovered during her stay; he hopes she was not ill on return journey. Her daughter, Anne, is studying well; he hopes the girl will not follow her sister's example and marry outside the church. Date: 6 July 1830. Our mutual friend 168 1830 A letter from Gaumme Frères, to Fr. Hamilton. They are a Paris firm and send the letter by Fr. Henry Young; it concerns book orders; it is safer and cheaper to send them via Bordeaux. Date: 12 July 1830. Absent de Paris 169 1830 A very illegible note from Mr. Carolan (?), Notts Hotel, London, to Fr. Hamilton; asking for the address of Fr. Brady in Paris; there is mention of passports. Date: 16 July 1830. As we propose 170 1830 A letter from arrived Browne, Glencullen Cottage, Golden Ball, to Fr. Hamilton. Evidently a letter from a lady who was under Fr. H.'s spiritual direction and was undecided about her vocation. Date: 16 July 1830. Allow me to 171 1830 A printed notice from Dept. of Posts, Beauvais, to Fr. Hamilton. A letter addressed to him is being held until Fr. H.'s correspondent in Beauvais calls and attaches the proper franchise. Date: 1 August 1830. Nous vous donnons 172 1830 A letter from Rev. John McGuinty (in London) to Fr. Hamilton. 36

Because of the 1830 Revolution the superiors in S. Sulpice ordered all their students to return home. He is penniless, all his clothes and books etc. are in Paris. He asks for help to get to Dublin. Date: 6 August 1830. The subject of 173 1830 A letter from Rev. John McGuinty (in Manchester) to Fr. Hamilton. He went to the two gentlemen, friends of Fr. H. as directed, but they said they did not know Fr. H. and gave him no money. A Mr. Ryan gave him £2. He asks Fr. H. to explain his situation to Dr. Murray and gives reasons why he cannot return as Fr. H. advised. Date: 23 August 1830. I arrived here 174 1830 A note from Elliotts, Dublin, to Fr. Hamilton concerning moneys paid on McGuinty's trunks and enclosing vouchers for Fr. H.'s inspection. Date: 25 September 1830. Agreeable to your 175 1830 A letter from Fr. J. Ryan, Kilbeg, Nenagh, to Fr. Hamilton. A mistake has been made about the trunks; two were mentioned; only one belongs to Frs. Ryan and McGuinty. He lists and describes his books; he should and will pay for these but not for McGuinty's. He asks Fr. H. to ascertain the charges on his and to forward the bill. Date: 2 October 1830. The kindness with 176 1830 A letter from Rev. J. McGuinty (in Manchester) to Fr. Hamilton. A very long letter re the trunks and the books and the second trunk which he took the liberty of forwarding to Fr. H. for a student named Kearney. He gives news he had from Paris and the Irish College and wonders if he could be ordained in England. He needs his books and asks Fr. H. to forward them. Date: 25 October 1830. I received yours 177 1830 A sheet of paper. Statement from the Catholic Book Society of Fr Hamilton's book account with them for the years 1829 to 1832. 178 1837 (Postmark 1837; letter dated 1827). A letter from a person in Sligo, [signature indecipherable], to Fr. Hamilton, concerning a letter his sister sent to Mr. Woods; it contained two pound notes. She since learned that Mr. W. is gone to France. Fr. H. is asked to see if the letter has been forwarded to Mr. W. and to let the writer know. If it is still in Dublin Fr. H. should hold it, as the writer's sister will call to collect it when in Dublin. Date: 20 August 1837. I had the 37