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Gave the meditation after Mr. Butt's Mass, then said Mass at 8 3/4. Went out with Mr. Butts to see the Irish in the Rookery. Dined at 1 1/2, then went with Mr. Butts and O'Keefe to dessert with Ly Bedingfield. Said office. Tea at 6, preached at 6 1/2. First catechism then litany sung by Mr. O'Keefe and choir. Then sermon on Death, and benediction. Confessions till 11.
Day just as yesterday, except that I went to the school and spoke to the boys and girls about prayers for England before dinner. I am exceedingly well, and now get thro' my sermon's well.
Day just as yesterday, but had no time to go out.
Same as yesterday. F. Andrew came after dinner to see me, and Dr. Tancred. Fri. Dec 21. 50 years old! Same work as yesterday. After benediction saw Mr. Keene, whose children I baptised conditionally in the ****ing.
Dolours of Mary in the morning. Prayer and death of the just at night, rather shorter than usual. Finished confessions in good time. IV Sun of Advt. Dec 23. Renewal of Bapt vows. Mass and communion of about 200. Had a good talk at breakfast with the ladies, Miss Jones, Miss Barry, and Madlle. Cordonnier about prayers for England. Then with young Mr. Butts who came to supply for Mass at Tur******* Green. Dr. Wiseman came to confirm after 11 o'clock Mass. With him Mess.rs Searle, Shiroll, H. Doyle, Mr. Harmer a new clergyman convert etc. They dined with us. After vespers I preached on Paradise. Dr. Tancred then called and kept us till 6 when I had tea with Ly Bedingfield. At 6 1/2 sermon on perseverance, Ricardi, Papal Bened.n and Benediction of B. Sact.
Said Mass at 7 1/2. I was ready to start when Searle came from the good Shepherd and claimed me to come there. I went with him by bus to St. James's, and then walked or went in cab to St. George's where I con*rted with Dr. Doyle and Mr. Forrestal about our mission. I called on Mis Agnew at her (53 cont.i.) convent, did some banking work, and took bus from the Bank to Hammersmith. At 3 began confessions at the good shepherd for Mr. Phillipps who is ill, and went on till 10 except an hour for dinner; heard 66, of whom all but 2 were the children. Then I got a little collation and went in a carriage they give me to the B****tion, thence took cab to the Hyde, where I found F. Anselm saying night Mass, nicely got up. Tues Xmas day Dec 25. Went to bed at 1 till near 7. Said my three Masses at 7 1/2. F. Anselm sung the Mass at 10 1/2, I preached. We all went to dine with Mr. and Mrs. Walker, at 4 came home for vespers etc. Went back at 6 to tea and supper, and staid till bed there. I read a little of Brydeine, said Mattins, looked over matters for retreats and went to bed at 10 1/4.
We rested last night. I was busy at home till dinner. After vespers I went to call on Mr. and Mrs. Hall, came back to complin.
After dinner I walked with F. Anselm to Edgeware, Stanmore, Harrow Weald etc, calling on the Catholics who were scattered about the country. They are very few; we got home at 1/2 6. It is sharp frost.
At 9 or 10 I went outside a coach from Hyde to Tottenham Ct. Road, then carried my bag to Queen Sq. 32, where I stopped the rest of the day at the convent, writing letters etc. Dined at 2 1/2 with Dr. Whitty. At 8 1/2 I opened the retreat to the Nuns. I slept at no. 22 opposite, where Miss Nutt live 3 of them Catholic converts, one a Margaret St. Puseite.
Medit.n on the Passion at 6 1/2. At 7 1/4 Mass. At 10 3/4 Medit.n on Death. At 2 lecture on the vow of poverty. Dined with Dr. Whitty at 3. At 7 1/2 Medit.n on the last judgement, then coffee with Dr. Whitty. Called on the Walkers at 9. Sun in oct. Nat. Dec 30. 2nd. Medit.n at 9 on hell. Then I went in a car with Mr. H. Doyle and Bittlestone to Clapham where I preached in the Redemptorist chapel to the Irish on prayers for England. I then went with Mr. Chirol in my habit to call on Miss Prestwich at St. Anne's house, on Mr. Bowyer the Rector who proved to be my travelling companion on the **entivy from Birm.m to Oxford June 22 1835, and Mr. Bickersteth Jun.r Dined with Mr. Chirol at 2 1/2, met Mr. Simpson, Mr. Knowles, Capes, converts and Father de Held. I went by the sand car home to the convent to give lecture at 5 on prayers for England, not being prepared for another matter. At 7 1/2 Med.n on the mercy of God.
At 10 lect. on the vow of chastity, and that of Instruction at 2 lect. on the vow of obedience. At 7 1/2 Med.n on ***lise. I had confessions of 6 or 8 nuns today. Several postulants called. I sat up at Miss Nutt's till past 12 as (53 cont.ii.) before times. ----------------------------------------------------------------- New Year's day. Tues Jan 1 1850. At 6 1/2 gave a concluding lecture and said Mass. The Nuns renewed their vows at their communion one by one. I gave Papal Benediction at 9 1/2; they sent me in a fly from Miss Nutt's to the Old Bull Holborn where I took omn.s at 10 to Hyde. Found a letter from the General, and many others. We all went at 1 1/2 to dine with Mr. and Mrs. Hall, came back for vespers, complin and medit.n at 6 1/2. I sat up writing till near 12.
After dinner at 12 1/2 I walked with F. Anselm to Mill Hill and Highwood Hill, where there is an Independent college 23 years old. We called on the superior, Mr. England to speak about prayers. We saw two Catholic houses there. Home at 6. Sharp frost.
At 12 1/2 I walked with F. Andrew to Harrow on the Hill. It was a drizzling thaw. We saw Mr. Cunningham the old vicar 70 years old today, Mr. Middlemast and Mr. Harris two of the masters, the latter a lay man. Mr. Cunningham told us of an Irish family Mrs. Delaney near the King's Head. We called and saw the family. She was out. We got home at 6 1/4. F. Anselm had gone to London, not home till 10.
Long talk with F. Anselm, said last Mass. Held capitolo, then walked to Kilburn and thence by 3 omnibuses to L. George's. Had tea with Miss Cotter and Talbot and spoke to Dr. Doyle about the mission. Heard Dalgairns preach at the oratory. Came home to sleep at the Walkers *******.
Said Mass at 7 1/2 in Bernard St. At 10 called in Queen's Squ. on Mr. Jackson, Rector of St. James's, thence on Mr. Murray. With him I found Mr. Pearson and Dr. Wright. Then saw Mr. Garside in Margaret St. Took bus to Kilburn Gate and walked home by 1/4 5. Sun Epiph Jan 6. I said Mass at 6. Preached at the 10 1/2 Mass. At 2 went with Brannon in his cart to Kilburn Gate. Took omn.s to near Russell Squ. and dined at 5 with the Walkers. I preached at 7 at St. Patrick's on prayers for England to the Irish. Slept at the Walkers, 47 Bernard St.
Up at 4. Mass at 5, served by Mr. C. Walker. Mrs. Wilkinson was at breakfast after. I walked to the Gt. Western Station and took R.W. 3rd. cl. at 7.5 to Stroud. F. Vincent met me there at 2 1/2, and after dinner at Atta's I walked with him to the Retreat. Wrote a letter for the Rambler before bed.
Mass during Prime and Tierce. Busy with conferences. At 3 walked with F. Vincent to see Mrs. Leigh at the cottage. Home to complin.
Went on with conferences. Visited Br. John's school. (53 cont.iii.) After dinner Mrs. Leigh called and had a long talk with me. F. Vincent took Fr. Luigi to sleep at Cotta's, ready for his journey tomorrow, as he is obliged to go to Italy. It has been very cold since Saturday.
At 9 1/4 set off for Stroud, accompanied some way by F. Raphael and the students. Set off at 10.50 with F. Luigi 2nd. class to London. F. Andrew met him to take him to St. Joseph's. Edwd. Howard took me a little way in his fly. I walked to Mr. McClean, 13 Gernault St. where I found F. Gaudentius come without F. Joseph. Dined at 4 with Mr. McChase and Wollett. F. Gaudentius opened the Retreat at 7. I gave Benediction.
I said Mass at 7, F. Gaudentius after me. At 9 I went to Golden Squ. and had a fine talk to Dr. Wiseman, then to Burn's. Then Omn.s to Kilburn, walked to the Hyde. Saw F. Bernardine and B. Joseph come yesterday walked back to Kilburn and took bus to Oxford St. I gave a lecture at 6 1/2, all in my habit.
Masses as yesterday. I went at 10 to call on Watson in my habit, then with F. Gaudentius to see the Walkers in Bernard st., and Mrs. Wilkinson. Dined at 2. Afterwards I went out alone. I gave a lecture at 7 on the Dolours of the B.V.M. Then confessions till 10. (54) 13 Garnault Pl. 15. Clerkenwell. Jan 13. The Hyde 1. Golden Squ 1. The Hyde 4. Bernard St 2. Aston 5. Feb 9 1850 4 weeks. Sun Oct Epiph. Jan 13. F. Gaudentius preached after the 11 o'clock Mass, and at 6 1/2. I gave a lecture on faith and hope at 3 1/2.
My lecture was on fortune tellers and the observance of fasts. At 6 1/2 F. Andrew and Luigi came to dine, as also F. Joseph who came from Aston. After dinner I went with the first 2 to the Walkers in Bernard St. where F. Luigi was to sleep and start tomorrow to Italy. We got a few more confessions today.
At 12 1/4 I went in my habit to a conference at Golden Squ, and got my dinner at the Bp's luncheon. Talbot was there and we spoke about the mission at S. George's. I preached at 6 1/2 on cursing.
After dinner F. Anselm came to see me, and staid till 6 1/2. I preached on duties of Parents.
I was free from confessions at 12, and went off to see a German tailor dangerously ill, Mr. Elze, 42 Davis St., whom I was told of by his neice yesterday night. I called in Golden Squ and saw Mr. Searle as I returned. Mr. Price of Lincoln's Inn Fields was at dinner in Garnault Pl. I preached at night on zeal for souls and the prayers for England.
No confessions for me this morning, nor after dinner till 9 o'clock. I had fine long talks with F. Gaudentius. Mr. Boyle was with us at dinner time. I gave lecture on confession, and F. Gaudentius on contrition after me.
After 12 I walked to see Mr. Elze in Davis St., back at 2 3/4. I preached at * on the 2nd. and 3rd. Dolours of B.V.M. A good many confessions till 10 1/2. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 20. I said Mass at 7, preached at the 11 o'clock Mass. F. Gaudentius and Joseph went to hear F. Peckerine at Lincolns Inn Fields. Mr. Boyle again to dine. F. Joseph preached at 3 1/2, and F. Gaudentius gave a long but beautiful sermon on confession at 6 1/2. Vespers before it, Benediction after. Mr. McDonald an Irishman and a few more started a Precursor society for the conversion of England after *******.
I went at 9 to se Dr. Wiseman and got his approval of the Precursors plan. Then called on Mr. Barge, Dean St., and on the priests in Lincoln's Inn, also at the Society for Prom. Xtn. Knowledge Gt. Queen's St., and spoke to Mr. Evans, one of the secretaries. I gave lecture on chastity and lies. Today wrote to Fr. Turrenius, Miss Munro, Lady Arundel, Mrs. Geary.
I went at 1 to visit Mr. Wilson at 50 S. Johns St., dying of consumption, by request of Mr. Dolman and his son. After dinner had visit from Geo Stackpoole and his mother. Plenty of confessions at night. Catechism on Impurity and (54 cont.i.) Drunkenness.
I went at 1 again to Mr. Wilson. Mr. Price came to speak about our public meeting for the Precursor society. Catechism on contrition.
F. Gaudentius went to see Mr. N******s before dinner. After dinner I went with Mr. McClean to Mr. Wilson's, he had given him communion in the morning. Catechism on the Imitation of J.C.
I kept at home today. Catechism on prayer.
I had a clear hour at 12 and went to see Mr. Wilson. Talked to Mrs. Wilson. I gave meditation at 7 on the last 2 of the Dolours. We finished our confessions about 11. Septuag Sun Jan 27. Said Mass at 7. F. Gaudentius conducted the renewal of bapt vows and gave general communion at 8. I went off on foot to preach at Warwick St. At 11 1/2 called on Mr. Hennessy as I went, 54 King St. Preached on England's conversion. I got some dinner at Dr. Wiseman's, tho'he was out. Called at the oratory where F. Faber had just received Lady Arundel. Came home to preach at 3 1/2 on love. Mrs. Wincot and her two boys called. F. Gaudentius made the concluding sermon etc.
At 9 1/2 F. Joseph and I took a cab to Holborn, then walked to Augarde and were there taken up by the omn.s to the Hyde which we reached to dinner. F. Gaudentius was to go at 12 to Aston. I went with F. Joseph in the afternoon to Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Hall.
Talked to F. Andrew a good while. At 10 walked to Kilburn. Took Omn.s to Burns's, called on Mr. Elze, Dr. Wiseman and Lord Arundel's to luncheon at 2. Saw Ly Arundel as Good Catholic. Talbot was there. Took me to S. George's thence I went to see Mrs. Canning, 56 Tachbrooke St. Vauxhall Road. Came to Flores's at 7 and then to Dr. Wiseman's soiree. I slept at his house.
Said Mass in Golden Squ at 7. At 11 1/2 called at the offices of the Church Missionary, Bible and conversion of Jews societies. Mr. Venn talked to me at the first and Cap.n Straith. I went b ack by bus to Kilburn and walked home by 5. F. Andrew and Joseph out till 8.
I was expecting Mrs. Canning to pay us a visit, but she did not come having taken cold. I wrote six letters. F. Andrew, F. Bernardine and I took a walk a mile on the Edgware Road, windy and dirty. He was hurt by it and had to go to bed. F. Joseph went to consult Mr. Hawkins a Catholic surgeon on his eyes.
I walked to the Paddington post off. after dinner. (54 cont.ii.) Called on Mrs. El. Crook, Mrs. Bucklow and Mrs. Broder, whose mother is in bed in a half deranged state. I heard her confesion however. They sent me home in their carriage by 8 1/4.
I started at 6 1/2 walking to Burrymead Priory where Dr. Wiseman was professing 3 novices. Preached to them beautifully. I said Mass after him. After breakfast he took me to Golden Square, where from 12 till 2 I was correcting the last sheets of the first Vol of Da Bergamo. Then wrote to the Bank in H**re*tte Street, ***** which I met a Mr. Little who wanted me to start with him to Lincolnshire to attend his brother who had become a Protestant. Have I done right in not going? I walked to this end of Oxford Street, where at the Post Off. No. 210 I sent an order to Father Smythe. Bus to Kilburn and walked home 15 miles. Sexag Sun Feb 3. I preached after 10 o'clock Mass; began an exame after vespers, but Mr. Kelly came with his gig and I had to stop and go with him to Kilburn Gate. Took bus to London and dined at 5 with the Walkers. Preached at 7 to the Irish in Lincoln's Inn Fields chapel.
Mr. Broding's carriage came at 8 1/2 to fetch me to St. John's Wood. I gave communion to Mrs. Lynam her mother. At 12 went to Ld. Arundel's. Wrote letters there till 2 and lunched. Went to Westminster to see the Dean etc. all were out or not to be seen, so I saw Ld. John Russell in Downing St., to tell him my doings. He was very civil. I dined at 5 in Bernard St. F. Joseph was there to speak to me. Mr. Long, Dr. Pio Melia and Faa. I went to a meeting in Tudor St school on the subject of St. Patrick's new church, Mr. Bagshaw in the chair. I made a poor speech.
Said Mass at 5 1/4. Went to Euston Squ and took R.W. 3rd. cl. at 6.45 to Saudon , where all the Aston community were come to meet me. It being the commemoration of the Passion I gave Benediction with the relick of the H. Cross, then opened the retreat in the choir with a short discourse. Went to bed at 10 in F. Dominic's cell.
Said Mass at 6. At 9 gave the habit to B. Martin (W.Wakefield). I gave a lecture after vespers on the vow of poverty; and a medit.n after complin on salvation (after Brydaym).
I gave a medit.n on the Passion at 6 1/2 having said Mass at 5 1/2. At 2 1/4 lecture on the vow of chastity. 2nd. medit.n on Death. Wrote letters before going to bed at 11 1/2.
F. Gaudentius went to say Mass at Stone. Friday is now the day instead of Thursday, on account of the indulgence for the red scapular. I wrote 3 more letters and sent off 12. 2nd. medit.n on the Particular Judgement, after F. Dominic's a good deal. I wrote a long letter to the Rambler before bed, stirring the Irish to the conversion of England. (54 cont.iii.)
Medit.n on the Dolours of B.V.M. as usual at 6 1/2, the Mass being said before it. The lecture was on the observance of rules. We had a Chapter for the admission of B. Sebastian to be a Novice. He was accepted. The 2nd. Meditn. was on Hell, after the Litany of B.V.M. St. Michael's Retreat. Feb 10. Crewe 1. Blackbrook 1. (55)
St. George's Presbytery 21. Mar 9 1850. 4 weeks. Quinqu. Sun Feb 10. I said Mass during Prime and Tierce in the chapel, gave the Medit.n at 6, there being no communion for the Brothers. F. Austin read the Bishop's Pastoral and said last Mass. Lecture on the 4th. vow. I then read the prayers in chapel and gave the catechism. 2nd. Medit.n on the temporal happiness of the good.
Lecture on humility. 2nd. Med.n on Paradise. I got up tonight to mattins and heard all the confessions nearly for the communion. B. Anthony a new Dutchman, a good tailor, is here since Dec 5. Came from Boisledac on Nov 12.
I lectured on renewing of vows at 2 1/4, and concluded the retreat with Papal Bend.n. After we sat together, I was mending my socks. F. Salvian has a tertian Ague.
Ash Wed. I went off to Stone at 7 with F. Gaudentius. He took R.W. to London to begin a retreat tonight at Somerstown. I said Mass, gave the Ashes and preached 10 mins. at the chapel. I staid at Mr. Beech's till 12 1/2 when we dined, then wrote letters. F. Austin joined me there, and I went with him to Hunt's etc till he saw me off at 4.35 3rd. cl. to Stoke, where I called on Mr. Davis and Ed. Daniel, and at 6 took R.W. to Crewe. I had thought of going on thence by the Parl.y train, but the hours are changed. I also missed another train later, but this cost me nothing. I went and spent 2 hours with Mr. Brodrick, and slept at the Miss Searle's.
Got up at 5 3/4. Went to the train with Miss Searle's girl. At 6.40 took R.W. to St. Helens. Walked to Blackbrook; found Mr. Abraham just having done Mass. I said Mass and talked to him till dinner at 12 1/2. We walked to Mr. Smith and had a talk there. In the evening I called on the Miss Orrells.
Said Mass served by Elisabeth at 1/4 6. Took R.W. at 7 1/2 to Harrow, and walked to the Hyde by 8. I had a collation of biscuits about Colwich at 12 1/4, and dinner at 8 1/2. To bed at 11.
Called on Mr. Walker after breakfast. About 2 walked to London; called on Henry Doyle, then went and got my hat at Augardis, and went with it to Dr. Wiseman's whose dinner I sat thro'. Then walked to S. George's and settled there about 8. F. Vincent and F. Joseph were there. I Sun in Lent Feb 17. Said Mass at 7 at old S. George's for the Nuns, and preached on England's conversion. At 11 there was High Mass coram Episcops. I was Presbyter assistens, the Bp. preached. He dined here. At 6 1/2 we made our ingress, with the great crucifix from Rome. Dr. Doyle met us with it at the West door, brought us to the screen where we said the Miserere and had the Bp's blessing. Then I went with him to the Platform, where (55 cont.i.) he made an address of 1/4 of an hour to the people; and I then made my introduction. The B. Sact. exposed but veiled. I had confessions till 10 1/2.
F. Vincent gave catechism at 10, earlier than intended, because of High Mass at 11. He then walked with me to Ld. Arundel's, the Bank and Augard's and back to dine at 2. F. F. Andrew and Bernardine were here in their habits till 4 1/4. Messr.s Oakley, Whible, etc. called. I preached on the soul.
I sung High Mass and carried the B. Sact. in procession for the conclusion of the 40 hours, from 11 to 1 1/4. We had dinner today in a separate room. F. Anselm, F. Charles (Hendrel) and B. Thomas were here. The latter came back to sleep; he is come to beg in London. I preached on sin as offence of God. I had a visit from Granville Fullerton.
I was occupied in confessions all day, except after the sermon, speaking to the Peace makers. F. Vincent and F. Joseph both went out to preach in the courts; at night I preached on sin as an evil to man.
After 4 o'clock F. Vincent and I walked to Somerstown to see F. Gaudentius and Anselm, and back, except a little lift in an omnibus coming back. I preached on Death. It was this morning B. Joseph came - vid inf Feb 26.
I had calls from Mr. O'Dwyer and Whittaker from Belgium. Finished a letter to the general. In the evening I preached the Last Judgement.
I went off at 10 1/4 in a cab sent for me to preach at Kensington, at the conclusion of the 40 ore. The cab took me then to 38 St. James's Place at 1, to see Sarah, Caroline and Kitty. At 2 I walked home in time to join at dinner; Mr. Whittaker and O'Dwyer called again at 3. I preached at night on the Dolours of the B.V.M., F. Joseph having given a short catechism. II Sun in Lent Feb 24. I said Mass at the convent at 7. Preached to them after breakfast on the Gospel (The Transfiguration). F. Joseph preached at the church at High Mass. F. Vincent had a pain in his chest, and had spit some blood, so I preached for him at 3 on the conversion of England. Dined with F. Joseph alone in the parlour, the clergy being all out. I preached at night on Hell.
Mr. White Jun.r of Lamb's Conduit St. sat with us during dinner to speak of getting a passport for B. Ausannus. I preached on the procrastinati. The Bell for prayers was rung at 10 o'clock.
I think it was today that B. Joseph brought to us B. Theodorus Hagedooson the last arrival from Rotterdam. I preached on the love of enemies and read out the names of the (55 cont.ii.) peace makers, 8 men and 8 women. (Mr. Mackey sat by at dinner I think today).
Mr. Fryer the priest of Spicer Street came to see me after dinner. Br. Ansanus came in at night, he slept at Mrs. Tobin's. I preached on drunkenness.
F. Andrus called at 12. After dinner Mr. Keene of Fulham. I preached on prayers for England.
F. Gaudentius came to dine with us - I preached on the number of the elect.
Busy day. I preached a simple sermon or meditation on 2nd. and 3rd. dolours of B.V.M. Mr. Evison the priest of West Springstead a convert 20 years back, was introduced to me by Mr. Cotter. III Sun in Lent. I went to say Mass at the convent, and preached on the Gospel, to the nuns. Heard confessions from 10 to 1 1/2. Then Mr. Foy and Mr. Dunstan went with me to Windmill Row, where I preached to the Irish. Collated in the open air. Called on Mr. Reddin near the river, came in to dinner. Preached on the Mercy of God. First gave a number of notices for the remainder of the mission; finished at 10 1/2.
B. Joseph came to me today in trouble; he went back brightened. Mr. Evison came also. I sent him back with B. Joseph to the Hyde to make a retreat. F. Anselm also came, expecting to stay the week with us, but Dr. Doyle did not like it, and so he went off after dinner. I preached on cursing etc.
Mr. Fryer came to me today or yesterday to say that Dr. Wiseman had consented to his becoming a Passionist, so I have agred. I hope this is a good sign. I preached on venial sin. A young cleric (Upton) called after dinner.
After dinner I went out to call on Pat.k Lynard, a crippled youth. We are in very full work now. At night I preached on the Temporal Happiness of the Just. After the meditation I administered the pledge publicly.
We had a visit from an Italian priest of Pisa, not very creditable looking, but we must not judge rashly. After the meditation I beeged pardon publickly, with the rope and the crown of thorns. The bell rang at 10 for the last time, and we 3 met in the church for begging pardon; but did not interrupt confessions. I preached on scandal.
I preached on the death of the just. Mrs. O'Neill came to see me.
Mrs. Knill called on me. I gave a meditation on the last 2 Dolours of Mary, directing myself to the communion of tomorrow. I got to bed about 1 1/2 or 2. < THIS PAGE HAS SEVERAL BAD INK STAINS > (56) St. George's Presbytery 2. Mar 10. Winchester convent 4. Bernard St. 1. Grace Dieu Manor 5. Aston 2. The Hyde 3. Golden Squ. The Hyde 3. Aston. Apr 6 1850. 4 weeks. IV Sun in Lent. Mar 10. I said Mass at the convent at 6 1/2. At 7 1/2 I conducted the renewal of Baptismal vows; there was some confession, but it seemed to answer pretty well. F. Joseph preached at 11, I sat and heard him. F. Vincent at 3. I received Miss Alder into the Church after 5. I preached on Paradise and gave the ricordi. Dr. Wiseman gave Benediction after the Papal Blessing.
Said Mass at 5. At 7 started from Waterloo Station to Winchester; reached the convent at 10 1/4, dined at 12. I finished and sent off my 3rd. letter to the Rambler. At 6 1/2 opened the retreat to the young ladies on the text "Choose you this day" etc. I went to sleep at Mr. Guy's the gardener and fac totum of the convent.
At 6 1/2 I gave a meditation on the Passion. Then Mr. Albany the chaplain said Mass and I followed him. I preached on Death at 9 1/2; wrote a letter to the Register. Preached at 3 1/2 on the Gen Judgement, and at 6 1/2 to the nuns alone on the conversion of England. I went out at 4 1/2 and called on Mr. Hoodrooff and Mr. Cubitt, and after 8 on Dr. Mobuly and Dr. Garner, ****** Dean.
Preached at 9 1/2 on Hell; at 3 1/2 on the Mercy of God, and at 6 1/2 to the Nuns on charity and union. I went at 8 1/2 to call on the warden (Mr. Barter) at the College. Saw Mr. and Mrs. *ekewide there. Meditation on the Passion each day at 6.
Preached at 9 1/2 on confession; at 3 1/2 on prayer; ***** on the Eucharist as object of worship, to the young Ladies. The nuns and servants were present at all the discourses. I preached an hour on prayers for England in the chapel at Mr. Collingridges invitation. A good bit of preaching today.
Finished the retreat with med.n on Paradise at 6 1/2. General ***** communion and Papal Benediction. I visited the school afterwards, and at 1.2 took R.W. to London. Walked from Waterloo Station at 3.40 to Bernard Street, with a porter to carry my bag. Dined at 5 with the Walkers. Went to hear Father Peschering preach at St. Patrick's at 7. Coming back I called on Mr. Tyler, Rector of S. Giles's (18 Bedford Square), and had 1 1/2 hours talk. Slept at the Walkers. B. Thomas is begging in town, I saw him.
I said Mass at 5, took my bag to Euston Squ and started at 6.45 to Loughboro' where at 4 I found Phillipps's carriage and went to Grace Dieu. Dined at 6 1/2. Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose and 4 daughters in the house. (56 cont.i.) Passion Sunday Mar 17. I said Mass at 8. Father Ignatius (Sish) came to sing Mass at 10. I preached on England, then took a walk with Phillipps and Cap.n Jerningham to see a new oratory on the *******, then to Whitwick chapel. I spoke to the school girls on the prayers, and preached again at Grace Dieu after vespers. At 4 F. Hutton dined with us and Cap.n Jerningham, who gave us accounts of the Chinese wars in the evening.
I went to say Mass at Grace Dieu Warren for Mr. and Mrs. George Ryder, the 1st. they have had there. Came back to start at 10 with Phillipps and Cap.n Jerningham in the carriage to Loughboro' where Cap J. left us by R.W. We took R.W. 1st. cl. at 12.2 to Silsby, walked to Ratcliff college (40 mins) *** Dr. Pagani etc. Fr. Ceroni walked some way back with us. We took R.W. at 3.2 back, and found the carriage with Jephcot to go home to dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Geo Ryder and his brother Will Ryder were there.
Mass at S. Joseph's altar, wrote letters till 1. Went with Phillipps to Mt. St. Bernard, saw F. Sish etc. The Abbott was gone out today. We spoke with Dr. Tancred who is there. Got home to dinner alone. Went to tea at the Warren, walked back late.
Dr. Tancred came to Mass and brkfst, and had a long talk with me at 12. I went with Phillipps and Mrs. D to Loughboro' where we saw the new convent. I spoke to the Nuns about England. We came back to dine alone. Talked over plain chant.
Said Mass at 7 1/2. I went off about 10 in the carriage to Coalville St. ***** too late by 8 mins for the train, so I came back to Whitwick where I found Phillipps and Mr. Ryder at a meeting on Church ************ Mr. Merewether. I went into the room and he, Mr. M. got very angry. It ended by my addressing the people on prayers for unity in the street. After Phillipps had spoken on Mr. Merewether's conduct. I then saw Mr. Merewether and Mr. Smith his curate at the vicarage very peaceably. I got dinner at the chapel house, and then F. Seguini and Mr. Ryder walked with me to the station, whence I started at 3 1/2 to Stoke and so to Stone quite straight. I got on foot to Aston at 7 1/4. Mrs. Ryder died at Jervis ***** 8 this evening as I heard after.
Conferences all day with the Religious. Mr. Harkness with Miss **** and Austin Beech called in the afternoon.
After the first Mass I professed B. Dominic, then went to Stone. At *.33 took R.W. to Colwich. Stopped 2 hours at the convent, got dinner there, and at 12.16 took 3rd. class to Harrow, where B. Joseph met me with the Brewer's spring cart from Kingsbury Green, and I got to the Retreat at 7 1/2. Hagedoorn the Dutch student who has been afraid at Aston is here. Palm Sun Mar 24. I sung Mass and blessed the Palms at 10 1/2. (56 cont.ii.) We sung the Passion. I took the part of the Synagogue, F. Bernardine of the Tess. F. Andrew of Christ. At night F. Andrew closed the retreat which has been going on here.
I went to call on Mrs. Walker where there has been ******* ***, Mr. Harting who has a bad cold, and Mr. and Mrs. Hall. I got home to dinner late. Mr. Plumer called. I sent off 3 letters today.
I went to LOndon, on foot as far as Kilburn, then by omnibus. I was very ill and taken with shivering last night. I went to Mr. Harting's , and with his brother went to Mr. Vean a Notary to send receipt to **** for my Mother's legacy due on Mar 31. I had collation at Lord Arundel's at 2. Dined with Dr. Wiseman, Mr. Butt, Mr. Gilligan, John B**shawe, subdeacon. Dr. Wiseman sent me in his carriage at 8 to Spencer House, having been told by Ld. Arundel of ***** being ill and saw my Brother and 3 Nephews. She is getting better. I slept in Mr. Searle's room, and took **** for my cold, hot foot bath and gruel
I said Mass at 7 1/2. Took the coach to the Hyde at 10 1/4. We had tenebrae at 5. I went to see Mr. Hall after supper.
I was almost well today; up at 4. I sung Mass etc. I had long talk with Mrs. Hall after dinner. Tenebrae at 5, Mandatum at 7 1/2. I washed the feet of B. Thomas, B. Joseph, Fred Hall, little Harting, Mr. **bly, Fryer and Hagedoorn, Dutch postulant. We went to bed after 9. Good Friday Mar 29. I had an hour's watching at 3. Up all of us at 5 1/2. I celebrated at 9. Sung the Passion as Sunday, and preached before the adoration of the cross. Mr. Joseph Richardson came to stay a few days and be received into the Church. We had tenebrae at 3, after which I walked to Kilburn, took bus to London, had collation ******************** and preached on the 7 last words at Warwick Street. After this Tenebrae. Walked home from Kilburn by 12 1/4.
I got up for the discipline and went to bed *********** to perform the ceremonies from 9 till 12. In the evening confessing but Mr. Richard *****. Easter Sun Mar 31. Said Mass at 6, preached at the last Mass. We went all to dine with Mr. Harting. We had vespers and Benediction at * 1/2. I preached.
After diner I went with F. Bernardine, B. Thomas and Joseph ********** to Mr. Munro's college at Harrow Weald.
Mr. Evison came back to stop here **** time. I went off ******* with Hagedoorn in a bus to Holborn, then per cab to S. Catherine's wharf, where I waited a long time to see if he could get on the Ostend steamer for tomorrow, but there was no gangway ma*** a cross Scotch packet till 8 1/2. I then walked (56 cont.iii.) to Bernard St., supper at the Walkers. Took bus to Kilburn and walked home by 11 1/2.
At home all day. Mr. Fryer of Spital Fields came to see me, to talk of going to Aston. I went a little way on the ***** with him. Looked over some of the translation of our Founder's life.
A long talk with F. Anselm before dinner. After dinner I went *********** Mrs. Harting. Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Walker to take *****. I gave first exame in choir. F. Andrew and B. Thomas went to London to beg *****. They came back at 11 1/2.
I said Mass at 4 1/2. At 6 I set off to walk with blue bag ******************** to Harrow station. Just too late for the Parliamentary train, but took another which overtook it, and I tried to write all the way. At Colwich I had time to visit St. Benedict's. I stopped at Sandon at 4 3/4 and walked to Aston by 9 1/2. I found all well and happy. Wrote till near 11.
A long talk with F. Gaudentius till 10 1/2. At 2 o'clock I walked **************** with F. Austin, who saw me off by the R.W. to Norton Bri at 3.15. There I staid till 5, working over and correcting ************** of our founder's life which I went ** **** as yesterday in the R.W.. I got to St. Helens station at 8 and Walker ******************* took my bag to Blackbrook.
Ap 7. Aston 5. Brownedge 2. (57)
Golden Squ 1. The Hyde 3. Lichfield 2. Aston 5. May 11 1850. 5 weeks. Low Sun Ap 7. Said Mass at 8 1/2. After the 10 o'clock Mass I preached the introduction from the pulpit, the platform not being set up. Wrote a letter for the Rambler. At 6 1/2 preached on the soul, after which Benediction and looked over my letter.
Mass at 7, the meditation on the Passion, then another Mass by Mr. Abraham. I wrote a letter to the Catholic Register. Mr. Abraham and I went after dinner at 2 to call on Mr. Morgan. Gave catechism. I preached on sin as offence to God. No confessions.
At 10 1/2 Mr. Ab and I went to call on Mr. Smith, he and Mrs. were out. I met Mr. Poole of Prescot who walked back with me a good way. Mr. Abraham went off to Liverpool for 2 nights. I wrote many letters. Gave catechism and preached on cursing.
Mr. and Mrs. Smith sat with me at breakfast. 4 or 5 confessions at 10. A few more after dinner. I corrected some of the life of F. Paul. Preached on Drunkeness and the Pledge.
This day was somewhat busier with confessions. Mr. Abraham came back to dinner. I preached on Death.
I was free about 11 and wrote a long letter to F. Anselm. Preached at night on Judgement.
Confessions not quite full yet. Mr. Abraham had to go to Ashton to help Mr. Nightingale who has fever, he was back to dinner. I gave a simple discourse on the Dolours of the B.V.M. II Sun aft East. Ap 14. I said Mass at 8 1/2, preached at 11 on Hell. At 3 lecture on confession. At 6 1/2 sermon on the Mercy of God. There was no Benediction by a miscalculation.
Confessions till 1. I dined alone at 2 1/2. Confessions till late. Prerached on Procrastination.
F. Austin came this morning with Mr. McCann from St. A**ens, who lodged him last night. He dined with us. I went with him some way to the station afterwards. Confession till past 11. I preached on the love of enemies.
This was a full day of business till 11 at night. I preached on the temporal happiness of the just.
Another full day. I preached at night on Venial Sin.
As yesterday - I preached on the death of the just. Catechism on Communion. (57 cont.i.)
Very full day. I gave a single discourse. At night catechism on communion again. The 7 Dolours in the morning. III Sun aft East. Ap 21. I gave the renewal of Baptismal vows at 7 1/2, then Mass and general communion. I preached after the 10 o'clock Mass on Heaven. At 3 catechism on prayer. At 6 1/2 sermon on Perseverance. Ricordi, Papal Benediction and Benedict.n of B. Sact. Some took the pledge in the ricardi. About 4 I invested about 45 with the scapular. I had confessions till after 10. Mr. and Mrs. Smith dined with us.
I said Mass at 5 1/2. At 6 3/4 went with Walker to St. Helens Station; got to Stone at 12 by Norton Bri. Dined with Mrs. Beech. Walked home to Aston. Mr. Harkness came *** I looked about all the works etc.
I started at 9 1/2 with F. Gaudentius, F. Salvian and 3 of the Novices to Swynerton where we dined at 1 with Mr. Harkness, and came back by 5 1/2. Up at work till 10 1/2.
I did not go out. Wrote letters, worked at the life of F. Paul, instructed the children for first communion between 5 and 6. F. Gaudentius being gone to Caverswall as extraordinary; he came back at night.
Another day working at home. F. Paul's life, letters, conferences.
Up at 2 1/2. Worked at the correcting F. Paul's life after breakfast. I determined to give up correcting and take to translating as more easy, and I made good progress. I went thro' all the conferences and confessions of the novices.
Up at 2 1/2, said Mass at 4 1/2. At 6 1/4 set off and walked to Norton Br. Took train to Manchester, called on Mr. Turner at 10 1/4, then to St. Chad's. Mr. Croshell took me to Miss Billington's, we dined at 2. Josephine Leech was there. Her father came for tea, and they walked with me to Dr. Errington, who then went with me to the Salford stat.n and at 4.30 I started for Brownedge, near Preston. Mr. Walker the priest met me at the station (Bacculor B*). IV Sun aft East. Ap 28. I said Mass at 8 1/2. Preached at the 10 1/2 Mass and again after vespers at 3 1/2 on the conversion of England, and for a collection for the schools; they got £17 in the morning £20 at night. Mr. and Mrs. Pyke, Mr. and Mrs. Crook and others from Preston were at dinner at 1 1/2. Mr. Walker has his Mother and brother John living with him.
I said Mass at 5 1/2, Mr. Walker served, and then drove me to Farrington Stat.n where at 7.6 I took R.W. (3rd. cl.) to Harrow. Walked home to the Hyde by 8. I read thro' Rome and the Abbey in the day, and other things. I lost no time.
I had conversations and wrote letters. After dinner (57 cont.ii.) at 4 I walked to Kilburn, took bus to London, and had tea with Mr. Augard. At 7 I went to Dr. Wiseman's and slept there. It was his soiree. I saw many friends, Mr. Goldmead a Catholic, Mr. Kyne etc.... to bed at 11 1/2.
I said Mass at 7 and then served Dr. Wiseman's. At 10 I walked to Burns's and to see Mr. O'Neale, St. John's Wood about a mission there. Took the Atlas to London road and from 12 to 4 was hearing confesions of the Nuns. Then dined with Dr. Doyle and Talbot; called and had tea at the oratory, then got home by bus to Kilburn and walking. I went all day in sandals.
Dr. Whitley came to dine with us to see after Mr. Evison who is still here. I walked a mile with him towards London. F. Bernardine read an exame. Mr. Dolies called. I went to see Mr. Harting and Mrs. Hall
I walked to Spanish Place where I dined with F. Gaudentius, F. Joseph and the priests, then to the Bank and Ld. Arundel, with whom I had a long talk about Dr. Tancred etc. I took bus to the Gloucester coffee house, and there wrote letters till the Edgeware bus took me home. I got very foot sore with the sandals which I wore all day.
I got up at 2 1/2, said Mass at 4 1/2. At about 6 walked with baggage to Sudbury station and got just too late for the Parliamentary train, so I wrote 2 hours of F. Paul's life there. Then took R.W. to Harrow, walked into the town, saw Mr. Cunningham, got tea and eggs at Mrs. Delaney's, then saw Dr. Vaughan and afterwards Althorp my nephew. At 2 bus to the stat.n, and at 2.33 R.W. to Lichfield. I got to Dr. Kirk at 7 3/4. Went to bed sleepy at 9 1/4. V Sun aft East. May 5. Up at 5, worked at F. Paul's life. Said Mass at 10 1/2 Dr. Kirk gave a lecture. We dined at 1. I went out to a sick woman, and to the cathedral at 4 1/2 to hear the music. Home to tea at 5. At 6 1/2 I preached on prayers for England after singing complin.
Mass at 8, up at 4 1/2. At 10 I went out and called on several clergy. Saw Mr. Paterson and old Dodd. Dined with Dr. Kirk at 1, and the bus called for me at 2 3/4. At 3.12 R.W. to Colwich. I went and had tea at St. Benedict's. Got home to Aston at 6 1/2 walking from Sandon. Found F. Louis and F. Salvian alone, F. Austin being off again this morning begging.
I had a long talk with F. Louis. It was light raining all day. I worked at F. Paul's life after dinner. I gave the devotions for the month of May at 7 1/4.
Raining again. I wrote at F. Paul's life and letters. Still I did not go out till after supper when I took a walk alone in the garden. At 5 1/4 I had some children for instruction for confession and communion. (57 cont.iii.)
We sung Mattins for the Ascension. I went to Stone and said Mass at 8. Came back to preach at 10 at Aston. Then F. Salvian sung Mass sine Ministris. I sung in the gallery. We sung vespers in the choir, then I gave the Devotions of May and Benediction for the first night of the novena of Pentecost. We went a walk towards Sandon, all but B. Dominic.
I began a letter for the Register, worked at F. Paul's life, had a talk with F. Louis, instructions of children etc. at night.
I finished my letter to the Register; wrote to F. Andrew; could do very little of F. Paul's life. (58) St. Michael's Retreat 2. May 12 1850. Sedgley Park 6. St. Chad's 1. Woodchester 6. Do Cottage 1. Aston 7. Birm.m 1. Golden Squ 1. The Hyde 3. June 8. 4 weeks. VI Sun aft East. May 12. I went to say early Mass at Stone at 8. Came back to preach at Aston at 10. Gave catechism and Novena Benedic.n at 3. Had a talk with F. Austin who came back from begging last night. Preached at 6 1/4 again.
I started from Stone at 11.5 for Wolverhampton, where Mr. Brown met me and took me to Sedgley Park to dine, and Mr. Brownlow was there. After dinner wrote a little. After supper with Mr. Brown and Phelan wrote to the General; to bed at 12.
Said community Mass at 7 1/2. Wrote many letters till dinner at 1 1/2. A party from Dudley and Tipton came to see me at 6. At 5 I opened the retreat in the examination room to 51 boys and some masters; preached on the soul.
Meditation on the Passion at 6 1/4. I said Mass in the room of the retreat at 8. At 10 3/4 medit.n on sin. Dinner at 1 1/2. At 3 lecture on contrition. At 5 medit.n on Death. Mr. Brownlow came in late to sleep.
Hours as yesterday, at 10 3/4 on the last Judgement, at 3 confession, at 5 Hell. Mr. T. Longman came to dine.
At 10 3/4 the Mercy of God, at 3 prayer, at 5 temporal happiness of the just; confessions till 11.20
At 10 3/4 the death of the Just, at 3 communion, at 5 the Dolours of the B.V.M. Finished my confessions at 8 1/2. Whit Sunday May 19. At 6 1/4 preached on the love of God for 1/2 an hour. At 7 Renewal of vows, Gen.l communion and thanksgiving. At 9 1/4 invested in the scapular. At 10 Mr. Brown said Mass and I preached on Heaven, then the ********* and Papal Benediction. Dined at 1, at 2 Mr. Myatt drove me to the station, at 2.40 took R.W. to Birmingham. Preached at St. Chad's after vespers 6 1/2. Slept at the Palace, had talk with the Bishop.
Said the community Mass at the cathedral at 7. Breakfasted with the Bishop who then gave confirmation here. I went to dine at 1 at the oratory, then went to the R.W. accompanied by Mr. Biddlesstone and George Elwell. At 2.30 started for Stroud. F. Raphael and B. Ambrose were at Cetta's waiting for me. We walked to the Retreat together.
Said Mass at 4 1/2. Called on Mr. Capes with F. Vincent. After dinner had a walk all together in the Park.
F. Vincent and I went to call on Mr. Evans. After dinner I had an important talk with Mr. Leigh. At 7 I heard F. Albert preach. Young Mr. Hanford called from near Cheltenham. (58 cont.i.)
F. Vincent and I got up at 1, said Mass at 2, at 3 1/4 walked to Stonehouse where we just came too late for a train at 4.52. So I wrote a long letter to Mr. Wits on prayers for England. We took a train at 8.10 to Bristol, and from Bristol to Taunton at 10. We then went to the convent, dined at 1 1/2 with Dr. Hendren, Mr. Vaughan who came by the same train, Father Garroni and a French priest. I saw Mrs. Gandolfi, a nun there, Miss McDonnell a postulant etc. At 3 1/2 we left the convent and got to Bristol at 5 1/2. Went to Mrs. Canning's house but she was out. Took R.W. to Stonehouse at 6.35, then omnibus to Stroud where we had supper at Gobbi's, and walked home by 8.10.
Said Mass at 6. Went alone to see Mr. Capes before dinner. At 7 saw Miss Jemima Bridges in the sacristy.
At home all day except recreation after supper in the garden. Wrote a letter to the Hampshire Chronicle. Trinity Sun May 26. My ordination 18 years ago. I said Mass in the church at 8; preached after the Gospel at the 10 1/2 Mass, and again on prayers for unity after vespers at 3. I went with Mr. Leigh in their little carriage to the cottage to dine at 7. Met Dr. Nicholson, Arch Coadjutor of Corfu and Mrs. Ellis a late convert of his. I sat up till 1 1/2 with Mr. Leigh, discussing the affairs of the mission.
Up at 1/4 6, said Mass served by Mr. Leigh at 7. Mrs. Leigh came to give me breakfast, and so I got too late for the train to which they sent me at ***cester at 9. I staid in the office nearly three hours working at F. Paul's life, and by a train at 11.57 came to Birmingham at 3. I went up to the Palace in sandals etc. The Bishop was gone to St. Benedict's Priory. I dined alone. I strained a muscle in my right leg on the stairs of the Palace, and was very lame the rest of the day. I had to take a cab to the station, and took R.W. at 5 to Norton Br., then to Stone. Then by the bus to Mr. Hunt's who sent me in his cart to Aston, driven by Joseph Fox. I got in just before rosary.
Said Mass during Prime and Tierce. A talk with F. Gaudentius before he started to Cresswell conference. I wrote some of F. Paul's life etc. F. Gaudentius came back at 8. My leg was better.
All were busy preparing for Corpus Xti. I did not do much because of my lameness. Had conversations and wrote.
Corpus Xti. I sung Mass at 10 1/2 in the new church, F. Gaudentius Deacon. F. Louis just come back from St. Benedict's Priory where he went yesterday, in time to be sub deacon. F. Joseph preached. I was to have preached before the procession at 3 1/2, but they begun vespers at 4, and were so long that I gave it up. I carried the B. Sact. F. Austin preached in the field, very well. We came in quick to escape a (58 cont.ii.) thunderstorm which was threatening. Miss Billington and Miss Beech had tea in the parlour. I was with them a good while. Miss Billington our benefactress was with the Beeches.
I had a cramp in my strained muscle which made it worse than ever. But hot water ********** 3 times in the day and night did it great good. Mr. Dunn of Liverpool came at 5 to begin a retreat.
F. Louis went off to St. Benedict's Priory for 2 nights. I had a long talk with F. Gaudentius and F. Austin. We sung the Litanies in the new church this evening. II Sun aft Pent. June 2. I sung Mass again, Mr. Harkness preached. At 3 1/2 Mr. Davis from Stoke preached first in the church, and afterwards under the trees. Mr. Dunne carried the B. Sact. I was Deacon, F. Joseph Subdeacon, assisting him. The day was beautiful, and great crowds attended.
I finished conferences with all the novices. At 9 1/2 Mr. Beech came for me as I am lame, and took me to Stone where I had a talk with Mrs. Hunt, who was all out of sorts thinking she was slighted yesterday, there with Mrs. Beech. At 11.25 took R.W. to Norton Br., thence to Birm.m. Then went in a cab to the Palace to dine. I had an interesting fine talk with Dr. Ullathorne after dinner about the mission to the Potteries and Coal Districts. At 5 I walked lame to see Mrs. Jago, at 6 tea. At 8 Benediction in the Cathedral.
I said Mass in the cathedral at 7 1/2. Got dinner at 12, then went per cab to the station, and at 1 took 3rd. class to London. Cab from Euston to Golden Squ, where I saw many people, but could get no talk with Dr. Wiseman. Read all the way to London.
Mass soon after 7. Mrs. Will.m Wilberforce came to be confirmed, and a large party with her. We all breakfasted together. Lady Fitzgerald was there. I staid in the house till 5, translating an address of this occ***** Society for Mr. Marzion, writing to Mr. Leigh and talking to Dr. Wiseman and Mr. Searle. I dined at the luncheon at 2. At 5 took a cab to Gloucester coffee house, and at 6.45 the omn.s to the Hyde. Found Mr. Evison gone off this morning. The community pretty well.
I was engaged in talks with F. Andrew, Anselm, B. Joseph and Thomas nearly all day. I gave exame.
Conferences again till dinner time, and past dinner time till 12 1/4 with B. Joseph. After vespers a capitolo which I held. I went to call on Mr. and Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Harting. Mr. Harting made me a long visit at 9 on his way to London.
Conferences again with F. Andrew, B. Thomas, F. Anselm, till past 11. At 12 Mrs. Manners came in a cab, bringing (58 cont.iii.) Mrs. Rushworth to be received into the Church. She was a penitent of Mr. Dodsworth. I went with them to Dr. Wiseman's, where I heard her confession and he received her. At 4 I got into a coach at the Bear and Castle on Oxford St. and went to Barnett.
June 9 1850. Mr. Keens, Hammersmith 1. (59)
Steamer 1. Ere 1. R.W. Winchester 9. The Hyde 5. 14 Maze Pond 7. July 6 1850. 4 weeks. III Sun aft Pent. June 9. I was up till near 2 writing to the General. Up at 7 1/2. Said Mass at 11 and read a Pastoral for the School collection in the little chapel. Dined at 2. At 7 I went to the ground bought by Dr. Faa and preached on unity from a table. I had a talk with Mr. Anderson, Rich.ds wife once Mary Bott, my servant when I left Brington, Tom Wright, and Joe Anderson's daughter who is married to a R.W. man.
Mass at 7. Took omni at 8 3/4 to Holborn; called on the priests of Lincolns Inn, then walked on to St. James's Place. My sister is away at Rockingham; my brother gone to Scotland this morn.g. I saw Lady Spencer and Sarah. Then called at the Ld. Chamberlain's, and then at the Home Secretary Sir G. Grey's office to speak about an interview with the Queen. I dined at 2 at Ld. Arundel and Surrey's. Then took the Atlas to London Road convent. I saw all the Nuns. Then by Atlas to Charring X, and by Hammersmith bus went to Hammersmith convent, had tea and went with little Murphy to Mr. Keen's where I supped and slept. Mr. Keen's birthday, 37 years.
Mrs. Keen got me a car to go to the convent, where I said Mass at 6.40. Took bus at 7.30 to London. Went to Golden Squ where Dr. Wiseman said Mass at 8 1/2, and gave communion and then confirmed Miss Rushworth. When she was gone with Mrs. Manners to Clapham, I was busy at the Bishop's till 4. I wrote a petition to the Queen but he would not have it sent. I had to settle about a French priest who was sent to me by Abbe Bernard from Lille, and who wanted to stop at the Hyde, but I thought Mr. Evison had been enough for the present, and I agreed to give him money for 6 weeks. I spoke to Will.m Leigh about Woodchester, and I went then by bus to Kilburn and walked home once more. Thanks to God for the cure of my strained leg.
At 9 I went with F. Andrew to call on Mr. Atchison the clergyman of Kingsbury, but he was out. At dinner time there came Dr. Whitley in a cab with Mr. Evison, to call me to go with him to Belgium. So we went to Golden Squ first, then I took a cab with Mr. Evison to the Belgian Consul for our Passports, then called on Mr. Keen, 122 Wood St., to settle with him not to go to the Hyde tomorrow as agreed. Lastly to the S. East R.W. station, whence I went **** and had tea with Mr. Clarke, lodging at Crowley's. At 5 1/2 we started for Dover, called at Mr. Savage's, and at 11 started by steamer to Calais.
We reached Calais at 1 1/2. At 2 we took the R.W. to Lille, to Tournay, and then took Vigilante to Ere which we reached at 7. I said Mass, after which F. Valantine and I walked to Froidment where we dined at 12 with the community. I saw Mr. Whitaker and Mr. Dwyer, who has been behaving very foolishly, and Frere Joseph. We went home with F. Seraphin. F. Marcellin and F. Evaristus who had been a long walk, and called there. And almost directly I walked with F. Seraphin to Tournay and back to see the Vicar General DesCamps about these priests at Froidmont. (59 cont.i.) F. Turenius came for a conference at bedtime. Fri and Sat June 14 and 15. I said Mass after Prime and Tierce at 6. I staid in having conferences with almost all the religious. The students pleased me very much. At 6 1/4 F. Seraphin came with me to the Seminaire at Tournay where I supped, and Mr. Grave and another walked with me to the station, where at 9.10 I took R.W. to Calais. Reached it at 4 1/4 and got on board the steamer to Dover. Went to see Mr. Digby at Clarence Lodge, led by a little girl. Came back in the carriage with the Ladies to say Mass at 10. Took R.W. to London. At 2 took a cab from the station, picked up Mr. Keen, took him to Golden Squ, and there received him into the Church. Took a cab to Waterloo station, and at 5 went by express train to Winchester. Said my long mattins, had tea etc. IV Sun aft Pent. June 16. I said Mass at 8. Opened the retreat by a sermon of introduction after 10 o'clock Mass. Dined alone. Gave an opening lecture at 3, after which was Benediction, and at 7 preached on the soul. There was a crowd of soldiers in the morning.
At 7 1/2 said Mass, then gave medit.n on the Passion, after which Mr. Collingridge said Mass. I walked alone to St. Cross. Was refused to see Mrs. Williams; saw Mr. Royle the baker, and Hon.le and Rev. Gerard Noel Prebendary. Came home to dine at 2; at 3 said office in the Cathedral. At 7 catechism and sermon on Death.
I said the last Mass as Mr. Collingridge went to London, and back at night. Mr. Cave came at 10 and drove me in a little Phaeton to Hursley where I saw Mr. Keble. Dined with Mr. Stichford. Said office in the convent garden. Preached at night on Judgement, but 1st. contrition.
Today I began to be full of work, but not overflowing. At night confession and Hell. Mattins in the cathedral.
Again Mattins in the cathedral, but there was no music. Imitation of J.C. and the mercy of God.
A broiling longest day. Said Mattins in the convent garden. At night charity and the *******************.
Mr. Alberry dined with us. I said long Mattins in the cathedral. At night communion and the death of the Just. V Sun aft Pent. June 23. At 7 1/2 Baptismal vows, Mass with general communion etc. Aft 10 o'clock Mass perseverance. Mr. Angoville dined with us. At 3 prayer, at 7 Paradise, Ricordi and Papal Bened.n and Bened.n of B. Sact. (59 cont.ii.)
Mass at 1/4 6. R.W. at 7.20. went to Mr. McMullin's, saw the ****ts we are to preach in. Went by boat to Hungerford Stairs. Dined at Dr. Wiseman's luncheon. Saw Tom Stonor, young Constable Clifford and Jenny Blake. Bus to Kilburn, walked home all but the last mile when Brannon took me in his cart. F. Anselm was gone to Barnett. B. Thomas begging.
At home all day. It was very hot. Meditation after vespers.
I went to see Mrs. Hall and Harting, and Mrs. Walker in her new house at Mt. Pleasant, called on Mr. P**st. F. Anselm came home tonight.
Long talk to F. Anselm till after dinner. After vespers we 4 went to Mrs. Walker's and eat strawberries.
Weather changed by thunder; got quite fresh. F. Anselm went off again to Barnett. Mr. Morell called called with Mr. Thomas at 1. Jeremiah Daley came to see me at 6 1/2.
SS. Peter and Paul. We sung Mattins. I preached at 11. At 1 1/2 walked to Kilburn, took bus to Bond St. Tried to see Dr. Smythe of Exeter, Bp. of St. David's Exeter and Winchester, all gone. Tea with Dalgairns at the oratory, boat to London Bridge. VI Sun aft Pent. June 30. I said Mass in Webb St. at 8. Preached after 11 o'clock Mass, and again at 3. F. Joseph preached at 7. He and I lodged at Mrs. McCabe's, 14 Maze Pond. Mr. McMullen was out to sleep at Mr. Giles's, a great friend.
There being no confessions at 11 or 12, I walked with Mr. Crowley to call on some clergy. I only saw one opposite our house, Mr. ********bart. At Bermondsey I saw Mr. Collingridge, and spoke to the girls in the convent school on prayers for England. We called on Mr. and Mrs. O'Neill near the Vauxhall. F. Anselm called after dinner. At 7 I preached in the chapel, and then preached on the soul in Bell's Rents.
Confessions being over at 11 1/2, Mr. Crowley drove me to Lambeth, where I saw Mr. Dalton the Rector; called and saw Dr. Doyle in his confessional. W. and R. Simpson and Mr. Wenham were at dinner. F. Joseph and I said Mattins in the garden of Guy's hospital. He gives med.n on the Passion at 9. I preached in the court at 8 on sin.
I had some confessions all day, and did not go any where to a distance. Mattins in the garden. Preached in the court on Death.
Dr. Smythe of Exeter called after dinner. Talbot came after the evening sermon, to speak of his going off to Rome, at the Pope's call. I preached in Bell's Rents on Judgement. I have a sore throat. Confessions till 11 1/2. (59 cont.iii.)
F. Hodgson came at 3, and had a long talk with me about his position in Rocoman St. I had gruel and hot water for my feet tonight for my cold. I gave the lecture in the chapel, but did not preach in the Court. The people were sent to F. Joseph.
As I could not preach well, and wanted to see them at home, I set off at 9 1/2 walking to Oxford St. Took bus to Kilburn, then was overtaken by the Edgeware bus, and got to the Hyde to dinner. F. Anselm, whom I wanted chiefly to see, was gone to Barnett. I went to bed with hot water again. (60) St. Joseph's, the Hyde 1. July 8 1850. Maze Pond 8. R.W. 1. Ere 5. Lille 1. Namur 2. Ere 2. Lille 1. The Hyde 5. Aston 2. Aug 3 1850. 4 weeks. VII Sun aft Pent. Sun July 7. I got into a perspiration after 2 and lay till 6 1/2. Said Mass at 8, preached after 10 1/2 Mass. The rain having cleared, I started at 1 1/2 and walked to Kilburn, took bus to the Bank and walked to the Maze Pond. Preached in the chapel on the small number of the Elect. Throat better. At the Hyde we are in perplexity about the bad roof and worse landlord.
I went at 7 to give extreme unction to James Farrell and saw him die. Mr. McMullen dined out. Mr. Fryer came after dinner at 4, and staid till after the sermons. I preached in the Courts again on Hell, the pains of ****.
We were short of confession still. After dinner we had here F. de Held to look at the chapel etc., which Mr. McMullen, who is likely to be removed, wants him to take, also Rich.d and Granville Fullerton his pupil. I went out to Bell's Rents and began to preach, but as it was beginning to rain and I had my sore throat still, I went into the chapel again, and the people followed in great numbers, and I preached there on the pain of loss. Confessions after till 11 1/2 or 12, I very sleepy. Mr. Bissot at breakfast.
Still only a few come. After dinner Mr. Quiblier and Mr. Fryer came to speak about working up France to pray for England. I gave notice that the mission would close on Sunday. The people came better to confession; preached on the Mercy of God.
Confessions nearly all day at last. Mr. Hecker the Redemptorist who serves the German chapel called to speak about the german Hospital. F. Anselm came about 12. I preached on the Temp. happiness of the Just. My throat quite well, confessions til 12.
Confessions filled up all odd moments till near 12 1/2 at night. Miss Aldger came to see me at 4 1/2. Mr. Wenham dined with us. I preached in the Court on the death of the Just.
It was a full day till 1 1/2 at night, except a vacant time before dinner, when I finished a letter to the Catholic Register. I finished my preaching in Bell's rents with the Dolours of B.V.M. VIII Sun aft Pent. July 14. I got up quite fresh at 6, said Mass at 9. The communions at the 4 Masses were 335; there were several others during the last few days. F. Joseph preached at 11 o'clock Mass, and at 3 gave the scapular with explanations. Mr. Richardson called on me. I said Mattins alone in the garden of Guy's Hospital. After Mr. Stevens of Old Hall Green called; F. Gaudentius came at 6 1/2; he slept at Mrs. Johnson's. I preached on Heaven and gave the ricordi. It lasted till 9 1/2 including Benediction. Afterwards F. Hodgson came and spoke to (60 cont.i.) me of Dr. Wiseman's removal. I would not enter into any views about it, but to embrace all things with thanks to God.
I took omn.s to Holborn, then the 10 o'clock bus to the Hyde. Came back by the 12 1/2. Got to Golden Squ at 2 1/2. Saw Dr. whitley, wrote some letters, and took bus to Ldn Bri. Had tea with Mr. Clarke at Mrs. McCable's. At 5 1/2 took R.W. (3rd. class open) to Dover; tea at Savages. Crossed to Calais at 12 with Mr. Celta of Sidney who spoke of F. Peter
At 3 took R.W. to Tournay, got there at 8 1/2. Said Mass at the Seminary and breakfast; walked to Ere where I found F. Eugenius who came as Visitor from Rome with a Fr. Bernardine and F. Raymond. I looked over some of the General's letters to F. Dominic and F. Peter's.
Till dinner talked to F. Eugenius. After it began translating the 2nd. volume of Da Bergamo.
Staid at home, worked at Da Bergamo.
Walked to Froidmont with F. Marcellin. It is their great feast, S. Vincent of Paul. There was Mass sung by the Cure and a good dinner. Saw Mr. Evison, Mr. Whitaker, Fr. Joseph. Looked over the new parish church. Walked home in rain with thunder.
Went with F. Eugenius and F. Seraphin to call on the cure of Ere, and Mr. Dubois, then to Tournay. Saw the Bishop and dined at the seminary after the community. Walked home in rain. The visita was opened with Benediction and absolutio mortuorum. IX Sun aft Pent. July 21. Mr. Zubudinski (Qu?) a Polish priest from Constantinople, whom we met yesterday at the seminary, called and took me in his carriage to Tournay for the R.W. We were too late for the 4.40 train, and so I went with him to the seminary and then took R.W. at 6.50 to Lille. Got there at 9; went to Madme Bernard's, 20 Rue de Courtray. Had supper there. Mr. Bernard Vicaire general de Cambrai came in and I talked to him till 11. Slept at that house.
Mass at 5. Took R.W. to Tournay at 6.20. Said Mass at Ere, wrote to F. Andrew. At 1 FF. Eugenius, Valentine and Seraphin and I dined with Mr. Dubois the new cure of Ere. Two cures of Tournay dined with us. The cure of the cathedral walked with me to Tournay, where at 5.15 I took R.W. to Namur and at 10 1/4 was received to lodge by Mr. le Chanoine de Montpellier.
The Chanoine took me to the Soeurs de Notre Dame where I said Mass at 7, and preached on England. Breakfasted and saw Mr. Peton, who is staying there. Visited the Jesuit's college, dined with Mr. Dancleur, met the Bp. and another Bp. of Tyre, Monsgr d'Argenteuil, the abbe Jammes, Chanoine de Walmont, (60 cont.ii.) Pere Bernard the Recollect, in all 17 at dinner. The Bp. granted new indulgences for England. One of the Chanoines took me about to different convents till 8. At night I had a talk with Abbe Jammes about the oeuvre of the Sainte Enfance, which he has in hand.
I said Mass at Mr. de Montpelier's at 5. At 6.15 took R.W. to Tournay, dined with the cure of the cathedral. Walked to Ere by 2 1/2; had conferences with the lay brothers and novices.
Worked at Da Bergamo. Wrote to Mr. Pluim, Regent of the Petit Seminaire near Leiden. See Sep 5 1849. After dinner took my recreation with the students. Monsr Antoine is in retreat here.
I set off at 9 to Tournay with F. Raymond. Saw the Bp. dined at the Seminaire. Spoke to the students after on England. At 1.15 took R.W. with F. Eugenius and F. Seraphin and F. Raymond to Lille. F. Seraphin came so far with us. We put up at the Freres de l'ecole chretienne, supped and went to bed till 12, whence we went to the station, and at 12.50 started for Calais.
Reached Calais at 3. Took the steamer to Dover. Said our 3 Masses there, and at 10 took R.W to London. F. Andrew and F. Bernardine met me at the station, and we 6 went in a cab to the Hyde, where we had dinner. F. Anselm at Barnet. X Sun aft Pent. July 28. I said Mass at 6. F. Andrew preached, or rather read at the last Mass. I preached on prayer at 6 1/2.
I took omnibus to London. Called on Mr. Mailly, Burns etc., till I got to Golden Square, where I wrote many letters and dined. Saw Dr. ***** there, Mr. McCarthy of Jersey, Mr. Swarbrick etc. Dr. Wiseman is at Manchester. Went to the oratory and home by 7 1/2. Found Dr. Faa.
I went after dinner a walk round our friends with F. Eugenius. I had a long talk with F. Anselm till repose time. He went with me afte supper to Mr. Harting to speak about his passport for Belgium, as it was determined he should go there on Thursday with B. Henry.
F. Eugenius and I said Mass at 4 1/2. We took B. Seraphin to the Grt Western Station in Brannan's cart. Then F. Eug and I took bus to Regent St. and went to Dr. Wiseman's. He was not come from Manchester. We went then to the oratory where I left F. Eugenius, and went to 34 York Terrace, Regents Park, to see Lady Agnew, but she did not desire it. I went to **********************. We dined at the oratory, then saw Dr. Wiseman home by bus at 6 1/2.
I got up at 2 1/2, Mass at 3. At 4 set off with Frank Daniel to Sudbury, an hour too soon. Took R.W. to Colwich (60 cont.iii.) at 7.5, tea at the Priory with F. Salvian. R.W. to Stone at 4.40, home at 8 to Aston.
At home all day holding chapter at 3 1/2 for Michael Pope, B. Peter. Conferences with many.
Mass at 5. F. Louis walked with me to Stone. I breakfasted at Mr. Beech's, and went with him by R.W. at 8.20. He and Austin to Longton, I to Derby. I went to Mr. Sings and got dinner. Dr. Maryan was there laid up, Mr. Bagnall, Gr. Full etc. At 12.40 R.W. to York, then to Durham. Then cab to Ushaw, where Mr. Russell received me.
Aug 4 1850. Sunderland 6. (61)
Sunderland 2. Hartlepool 1. St. Helens 1. Sutton 1. Liverpool 2. Manchester 1. Aston 3. Oratory Birmm 1. Aston 2. The Hyde 3. Aston 1. Dublin. Carlow 5. Thurles 3. Carlow 2. Sep 13 1850. XI Sun aft Pent. Aug 4. I said Mass at 7, heard High Mass at 10 1/2, dined at 5 1/2. I wrote letters and a little of Da Bergamo.
Rain. Went on writing. We dined at 5. I opened the retreat at 6 1/2. Dr. Hogarth was come and not many priests.
Medit.n on the Passion at 6 1/2. I said Mass in the room of the retreat at 8. At 10 1/2 Medit.n on mortal sin in a priest. At 2 1/2 consider.n on zeal for souls. At 6 1/2 medit.n on Death.
No. of priests including Bishop 22. 10 1/2 Med on Judgement. 2 1/2 Riforma on manner of working for souls. 6 1/2 Hell.
I had confessions of about 10 priests.
At 12 1/2 Papal Benediction in the church. At 1 dinner. At 3 I got a lift in a fly with Mess.rs Walker, Cornthwaite, and Knight to Durham, where I staid at Mr. Fletcher's till he took me to the station at 5, when I started to Sunderland. There I had tea with Mr. Bumber and B. Aloysius a Presentation monk, and opened the retreat to the Nuns at 8 1/2.
I said Mass for the Nuns at 7 1/2. At 9 1/2 Medit.n on the Passion. Dined at 12 1/4. Riforma, then confessions in the novitiate. The time fixed for the Medit.n at night was 7 1/2 but I gave it at 5 1/2 on Death. At 7 heard confessions at the chapel for Mr. Kearney who is absent. It is he who from a legacy made him has built the church and started the convent of Mercy and school under ****ks. XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 11. I gave the med.n at 7, said Mass in chapel at 8 1/4. At the 10 1/2 Mass after the Gospel I preached to the people on the conversion of England (to the English). At night after vespers at 6 1/2, to the Irish. Riforma at 1 1/2, 2nd. med.n at 5 1/2 on Judgement.
This was a regular day. I do a little Da Bergamo. Med.n at night on Hell. Mr. Humble from Newcastle called.
Another regular day. Lady Stourton and family called, also the 2 Miss Gillow of Shields. Med.n on the mercy of God. Wrote a very long letter to the General till 2 1/2 at night.
Fast. At 4 I went to hear the confessions of the Presentation Monks, who are finishing their retreat, and I gave them a little address on Heaven. Med.n at 5 1/2 on the Happiness (61 cont.i.) of the Just. From 7 till near 12 confessions at the church.
Medit.n at 7, then communion to the Nuns. Said Mass at 8 1/4 in the chapel. At 10 1/2 preached on the B.V.M. 2nd. med.n to the Nuns at 1/4 5 on venial sin. At 6 took R.W. to Newcastle, where after vespers I preached on England, as a new conquest for Mary. Slept at Mr. Humble's; supper there with Mr. Bewick, his companion at the new church, and Mess.rs Cullen and Betham from Pilgrim St.
Up at 4 1/4. Took R.W. at 6 1/2 from Gateshead back to Sunderland. Went thro' the day as usual. 2nd. medit.n on the death of the Just at 4 1/2. Mr. Kearney came back from Ireland at 10 1/2. I had just before come from Shields, where I went at 6 and preached on England to a congregation gathered by notice. Mr. singleton and Mr. Kelly of Felling went with me to the chapel acros the ferry and back.
Went thro' the confessions of the Nuns, 2nd. med.n at 7 1/2 on Paradise. Went to bed at 10 1/2. XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 18. I got up at 3 1/2, gave my last medit.n on communion at 4.20, then Mass and Papal Benediction at 6 1/2. Took R.W. to Hartlepool. I got there at 9 1/2. Mr. Lawrence met me at the station. I preached after Mr. Knight's Mass, and again at 6 1/2 on England; in the morning to the English, at night to the Irish. Mr. Knight and I dined at 2 with Ly Stourton, Miss Mary, Apollonia, Mr. and Mrs. Will.m Do., who are there with 5 children. We returned to tea.
Said Mass at 8. We breakfasted at Moor House at 10.40, took R.W. to York, thence to Manchester, thence to St. Helen's. I met Mr. and Mrs. Ca****** at the Junction. He took me home, as he told me Mr. Abraham was removed to Southport.
I said Mass at 7. After Mr. McCann's Mass at 9 I preached to the Guild. At 11.10 took R.W. to Sutton, saw Mr. and Mrs. Smith, then walked back to dine in the school room St. Helens with the Guild's members. At 5 walked to Blackbrook, saw Mr. Abraham packing up. Came to Sutton to sleep. Mrs. Smith had brought Mr. Smith nicely into my wishes which I had explained to her.
At 8.15 R.W. to Liverpool. Said Mass at S. Nicholas, went to speak to Mr. Crook at S. Patrick's, he was out. I staid to dine there at 2 1/2. Mr. Crook very favourable. I went after to S. Anthony's, had great crowds of children about me.
Mass at 7. Mrs. Smith called. At 10 Mr. Crook came and went with me by bus to Bishop Eton, where we had a long talk with Dr. Brown, and walked back with some heavy rain. We called on Mrs. Latham at Wavertree. Dined at 4 in (61 cont.ii.) Warren St. Mr. Sharples joined us. I worked at Da Bergamo. I preached 1/4 of an hour at 7 1/2 before Benediction.
I wrote at Da Bergamo till 1 when Montgomery called. As Mr. Crook did not come I went to dine at St. Patrick's at 2 1/2. Came back and at 5 1/4 took R.W. to Sutton, wher I looked at the building with Mr. and Mrs. Smith. R.W. again at 7.8 to Manchester, walked with sore feet and ankles to Granby Row and slept there. Mr. Turner was most kind and encouraging.
Up at 5, at 6 said Mass served by the servant man. At 7 1/2 took R.W. 3rd. cl to Norton Bri. On the way wrote 2 Nos of Da Bergamo. At Norton Bri met Dr. Ullathorne going to Aston. At Stone F. Vincent met us, and we went all together in Mr. Beech's carriage. The Bishop dined at Aston and staid talking about Woodchester principally till 5 1/2, then went on to Longton. XIV Sun aft Pent. Aug 25. I said Mass at 6. Preached after the last Mass, sung at 10 1/2 by F. Joseph. Conference with F. Eugenius who is here.
I had a long explanation with F. Vincent. F. Salvian came back from the Priory today. I went with F. Vincent to take a letter to Stoke for the post at 6. Mr. and Mrs. Smith of Sutton came and dined here with his builder and painter to look at the building.
After dinner I walked off to Stone. Mass sung by F. Austin for F. Dominic's anniversary. Took R.W. at 1 1/2 to Birmingham. Saw F. Newman at the oratory, then went to S. Chad's and back to the oratory to preach at 8 on the conversion of England, and slept there. Saw Miss Gibson and Mrs. Hopkins after the sermon.
Mass at 6 1/2. At 8 went with an Irish brother of S. Chad's and had a long talk with the Bishop. Wrote 11 letters in Mr. B****'s room. The Bp went off to Scarboro'. I dined with the priests at 2. At 3 took R.W. to Stone. Got to Aston at supper time.
Settled accounts with F. Gaudentius, and a heavy job I see I have before me to make ends meet. Thanks to God.
F. Eugenius, F. Joseph and I went to Stone with our luggage taken in a donkey cart of Jo. Daniel, and took R.W. at 7.55 to Watford. Waited there from 12.35 to 2.38. I wrote at Da Bergamo. Then we took R.W. to Sudbury, where Brannan came and drove us to the Hyde where we dined.
I went to London, saw Dr. Whitty and Mr. McMullen at the Bp's house, then went to the oratory. Then to London Road convent where I heard the Nun's confessions and dined, then to Baxter St. and had tea with Mr. Fryer. Then to the oratory again and saw F. Hutchison about S. Wilfrid's. Then took bus to (61 cont.iii.) Kilburn Gate and was walking home, but got a lift by the Edgeware Electric Carrier and got home at 10. A French priest was in my room, come from the diocese of Cambray for novice; so I slept up stairs. XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 1. I preached after last Mass, spoke to the French priest a good deal. Mr. and Mrs. Keen and their boy Christopher came and dined here to introduce the boy for a Passionist, but he is not yet 13. F. Andrew preached at night. F. Joseph came home late from S. Johns Wood.
Got up at 2 1/2, said mattins with F. Raymond, then at 3 1/2 Mass, and then served the Frenc Priest's Mass. Then we three went on foot to Sudbury guided by Frank Daniel, and at 7.20 took R.W. to Colwich, where we had tea at the Priory at 4. Then at 4.40 R.W. to Stone and walked to Aston. Mr. Shelley happened to be at the station with a gig and took our baggage to Aston.
I got up at 3 3/4, said Mass at 4 1/2. At 6 Nathan and I walked to Norton Br. carrying a bag each. Took R.W. at 7 1/4 to Chester, met Mr. Park Smith, a clergyman of Exeter Diocese. From Chester R.W. at 12 1/2 to Holyhead where I sat in the fare cabin from 3 to 6 writing Da Bergamo. At 6 started for Dublin in the Anglia, got to Kingstown at 10 1/2. At 11 R.W. to Dublin, and at 12 to bed at Father Smythe's, 23 Essex Quay.
Said Mass at S. Michael and John's at 7. At 10 took R.W. to Carlow. I met at the college the Bp of California. We dined at 4. At 6 I gave the 1st. meditation for the opening of the retreat. Dr. Walsh is now President, Dr. Taylor joined the Vincentians.
Medit.n at 6. I said Mass, preached on England, and breakfasted at the Presentation convent. 2nd. medit.n on Sin at 10. At 1 lecture on poverty and chastity, at 6 on Death. Then began confessions.
Mass at the Convent of Mercy and preached on England. At 10 Med.n on Judgement; at 1 Obedience; 6 Hell.
Mass at the Presentation Convent for the conversion of sinners, and preached on it. At 10 med.n on Number of Elect, at 1 Prayer, at 6 the Mercy of God. XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 7.<SIC> Mass at 7 for the students. At 10 on the Happiness of Virtue. At 12 in the cathedral on England. At 2 ricordi, at 6 Paradise and Papal Bened and conclusion.
Mass at 5. R.W. to Thurles at 6 1/2. Put up at the Christian Schools, dined there at 4. Saw the Primate etc at the college. Begged of the Bishop etc.
Mass at 6 at the Monk's altar, begged on from the Bp. At 10 the great ceremony of concluding the Synod till 2. The Primate preached. Dr. Hettery sung Mass, I walked in the (61 cont.iv) procession. At 5 dined with the Bp etc. at the college. Made a speech after dinner on the crusade.
Mass at 7 1/2 and brkfst at the Presentation convent. Begged all day guided by Jerry Burke. Dined at 12 at Mr. Boyton's on cold meat etc.
Took R.W. at 5 1/2 to Kildare where I said Mass at the parish chapel and preached on England. Breakfasted with the Presentation Nuns. Begged with Mr. Cullen the curate, and at 11.25 took R.W. to Carlow. Talked there a good deal. At 8 o'clock I began the retreat to the lay boys in their *** oratory.
At 6 1/2 Med.n on the passion, and at 7 1/4 Mass by me in the oratory. At 10 medit.n in the chapel on Death. At 1 catechism on contrition and confession, at 6 medit.n on Judgement. 2nd. visit from mr. S. George. Confessions very constant. The Bishop of Oregon was here looking for subjects.
At 10 on Hell, at 1 general instructions, at 5 on Paradise. (62) Carlow College 2. Sep 15 1850. Kilkenny 2. Carrick on Suir 1. Clonmel 2. Tipperary 1. Cork 6. Birr 3. Limerick 3. Dublin 1. Newry 1. Cabra 1. Newry 2. Dundalk 1. Ardee 1. Carrick Macross 2. Dundalk 3. Castle Blaney 1. Monaghan 2. Oct 19 1850 5 weeks. XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 15. I gave a concluding medit on communion at 6 1/2, then said Mass in the chapel, gave communion, and afterwards the Papal Benediction. There ***** was sung. Mr. St. George sent a carriage to take me to breakfast with him at Ballinacary and back again. I preached on the Dolours of B.V.M. at the 12 o'clock Mass in the cathedral. Went with the superiors to dine with the Bishop at Braganza at 5. He sent for me and sent me back.
I said Mass at 7 1/2 in the cathedral; breakfasted with the Bishop at the Presentation nuns. Begged all about with Rob.t Dillon till dinner, and Mr. Tynan after. Took R.W. at 7 1/2 to Bagnal's town and thence car to Kilkenny, where Dr. Walsh the Bp. received me.
I said Mass at 9 and preached the crusade. Then after breakfast the Bishop shewed me the new cathedral building and sent me to beg till 5 1/2 with Connolly. Then I dined with him and 8 of the clergy. Begged again till I went to Walsh's hotel and to bed at 10.
Up at 1 1/4. Went by coach to Glen bower, then by car to Carrick by 5. Said Mass at 8. Dr. Conolly took me begging till 3. At 4 dined with him and 2 curates. At 5 1/2 visited the convent, at 6 1/2 preached to a crowded congregation in the chapel.
Said Mass at 8 and preached. Breakfasted at the convent, then went in a covered car paid by Dr. Connolly to Bessboro' where I saw that family of cousins. Came back and begged again in Carrick in rain. Dined with the Dr. and his curates FF. Power and Mullins at 4, and after set off in a car to Clonmel where Dr. Burke received me kindly.
Mass at 8. Begged with Mr. Power the curate, the best day in my life, £50. Dined at 5 1/2, preached at 7.
Mass at 8 and preached. At 10 took car to Cahir, changed then into another which took me to Tipperary, where I begged guided by Mr. Morrissey till 5, when I dined with Dr. Howley and his curates. At 7 preached. Went to bed at 9 till 12. XVIII Sun aft Pent. Sep 22. At 12.40 took R.W. at Tipperary, got to Cork at 4, got into the Dominican convent and went to bed till 9. Said Mass in the North chapel at 10. Talked to F. Russell till 2, then heard a sermon by F. Gaffney S.J. at the Augustinian chapel. At 4 1/2 dined at the Presbytery North chapel with the Bp and clergy, and at 7 preached to an immense congregation. (62 cont.i.)
Said Mass at the sisters of charity and preached, then spoke to the boys at the Presentation Brothers school, then begged with Mr. Fagan and with Hagarty the Clerk of the North chapel. Dined at the Augustinians, Father Hayss etc. I came away to preach at the North chapel to a crowd as yesterday. Back to the party **** ***** and songs..
I went to Mass at the South Presentation convent, preached to the Nuns and pupils, then to the girls assembled in one school. Begged with Michael the Clerk of the S. chapel who did not please me. Dined with Mr. Troy, met the Bishop etc.
Mass at the North Presentation Convent. Preached to the Nuns then to 1000 girls together; begged with John the Dominican's boy. I preached at 11 1/2 at the South chapel on St. Finbarr's feast, at High Mass, it was raining all day. I dined at the presbytery S. chapel, with the curates; F. O'Reardon amused us.
Mass at the sisters of Mercy and preached. Begged with John. Dined at Dominican convent, and preached at 7 to a great crowd in the Dominican church.
I went in a car sent by F. Russell to Blackrock convent; said Mass at 8 1/2 and preached. He sent me there and we went on to Queenstown, where we called on Lord Dunraven and Mr. Monsell. Came back to dine at 6. It was very rainy.
Said Mass for the Xn Brothers and preached my farewell to Cork. Mr. Russell came with a car and took me to the R.W. I started at 9.15 to Roscrea station, thence went by coach to Birr. Put up at Mr. Egan's, and dined at 5. Visited the nuns after. XIX Sun aft Pent. Sep 29. I said Mass at the convent and preached at 7 1/2. Preached in the church at 12 o'clock Mass; dined at 4 with the priests at the Bishop's. At 6 1/2 vespers and Benediction.
Mass and sermon at the convent. Went at 10 to call on Ld. Ross, he was very civil. Then begged with Mr. Moloney very successfully, till we went to the barracks for a funeral. Dined with Mr. Egan at 7. Preached in the church, and at 9 went again to Lord Ross's to see the telescope, but the night was cloudy and Ld. Ross staid at home. I talked for ***** hours with Mr. Stoney his spiritual in the observatory.
Mass and sermon at the convent again. Gave the nuns the red scapular. At 10 went with Donovan's coach to Bally Brophy, and by R.W. to Limerick. The Bp. was away but Mr. Synan the Administrator received me. Dined with the priests of S. Michael's chapel in Sexton st and lodged there.
Said Mass at 7 1/2 at the Presentaion convent and preached. Went begging with Mr. Lynan, and then went with Br. (62 cont.ii.) Walsh of the Xn Schools. Preached at 12 and again at 6. Spoke to the girls of the convent school at 10.
Mass at 7 1/2 and preached at the Sisters of Mercy; then Dr. Cocklan took me begging. I spoke to 180 ****** in the open ground before the Xn Brother's house. Preached on S. Michael at 2 1/2. Begged with another priest, Mr. Dunton, till 6; then dined with the priests.
Mr. Dunton the chaplain of the French Nuns tok me to say Mass and preach an hour to them. Mr. Darn* took me begging till 1 when I took R.W. to Dublin. I got to F. Smyth at 7 1/2, went and had tea with Mr. and Mrs. Rogers.
Said Mass and preached to the Dominican nuns on the Quay opposite St. Paul's. Took R.W. at 10 to Drogheda, begged with a Mr. McNamara till he gave in, then I got old Prendergast again and did well. Dined at 4 1/2 with the priests, then took R.W. at 6 to Newry, where I put up at Dr. Blake's (Violet Hill), a short mile out of the town. XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 6. Dr. Blake took me to Newry to say Mass and preach at St. Clare's convent. At 10 he took me to Hilltown in heavy rain, which lasted till 4 or 5. The new chapel there was blessed and I preached a long sermon. They cleared £200. We dined at the hotel at 9 1/2. Dr. McLeigh and Dr. McCauley and I went to tea at Miss McMullen's where we slept, Cabra House.
I was up early and wrote some letters. At 8 Miss McMullen took me in her carriage to Cabra chapel where I said Mass and preached to a small congregation. After breakfast Mr. McLeigh and I went in the carriage to dine at Dr. Blake's calling on the way at Mr. Barron's where we counted the money of his collection. We were 2 hours late. Dined at 5, then I went with the Bishop into Newry where vespers were sung and I preached to a great multitude.
I said Mass and preached again in the cathedral. Then begging in the town with Mr. O'Reilly the curate. I dined with him and Mr. O'Brien at 4, and begged on till 7 when the Bishop sent his carriage for me to go to tea.
Mass and preached at the Clare convent, and spoke to the school children. Went about again with Mr. O'Reilly. we went to Mr. Cardwell's, an Englishman, and dined with him. He promised to get me a number of subscriptions, but it failed and he took me back to Newry and then to the R.W. to Dundalk, where I came to Mr. Kiernan's house. Mr. McKinty the curate had me to tea, Mr. Kiernan being out.
I said Mass at the convent of Mercy, preached to the Nuns at 11 1/2, spoke to the children. Went with Dr. Kiernan to Drogheda and dined with Dr. Cullen and his curates. At 6 set off by a public cart to Ardee. Got lodged at Mr. Lions's the P.P. (62 cont.iii.)
Begged through Ardee from 11 to 12 1/2, then took a car to go round the country among the farmers. Dined at 5 1/2 with the priests and Frank Lynch, ****toy's brother. Preached at 6 in the chapel, and then went by the same car on to Carrickmacross to Dr. McNally. Slept at Mr. Hoey's. This was an excellent day.
This was as poor a day. Begged alone thro' the town, took a car to beg but did nothing, but get to dine with Mr. Murphy at Kilkenny with the Bp and many priests after a confirmation. The Bp brought me in to preach at 6 1/2. I begged with Mr. H*** after. XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 13. I said Mass at 6 and preached, then took a car to Dundalk. Wrote till 4 1/2, dined with Dr. Garthan; preached at 7 1/2.
Mass and sermon at the convent at 7. At 9 1/2 went begging with Hanratty the Clerk. Dined with Dr. Kiernan and Mr. Campbell at 3 1/2. Begged again till 6 1/2, preached at 7 1/4 more than 1 hour etc.
Mass in the church at 8, preached an hour, begged till 1. Then Dr. Gart***** sent me with his car a zigzag to Barmeath. Ld and Ldy Bill*** were not there and I came back to Dr. Kiernan's at 1/4 to 11.
Said Mass without preaching at the convent. Then walked with F. Dunne the Dominican to Bally barrack and found Mr. Harrison who took me about in his gig till he set me down to start at 1 to Castle Blaney, where I wrote letters at Mr. Keooney's Inn where I slept till 5 1/2. At 7 I preached in the chapel - F. McNeal P.P.
Begged in Castle Blaney from 11 till 1 with Mr. Smith. I preached at Mass. I was taken free in the coach to Ballybay where I dined with Mr. Hughes and his ******** wife, and old Mr. Goodman. They went about with me begging. At 7 I preached, and at 1/4 10 took a car to Monaghan with Mr. Hughes. Young Mr. Girvin the curate of his uncle. I got to Dean *ellards at 11 1/4.
I preached at Mass and at 7. **** with the Dean. Begged with Mr. McKenna the curate. Slept at 10 at Mr. McPhillipps's Inn
Took mail at 7 to Strabane. Said Mass at *. Begged the town and **ord with Mr. Brown. Preached at 7.
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Lurgan 3. Enniskillen 2. Ballycaste1. Enniskillen 1. Bally mannon 3. Belle Isle 1. Clogher 1. Dublin 1. Maynooth 4. Dublin 1. R. Way 1. Hyde 2. London 11. Hyde 2. Broadway 1. Birmingham 1. Aston 1. XXII Sun aft Pent. Oct 20. I said Mass and preached at 7 1/2, then J** Magee took me in a car to Derry, a beautiful drive. Got there at 11 1/2, and after 12 o'clock Mass preached in the chapel. Dr. Kelly received me most kindly, dined with him at 4. Preached again after vespers at 6 1/2. Mr. Nugent and Mr. McLaughlin and Mr. McBride curates, and Mr. Doherty, Nun's chaplain were there.
I went to say Mass at 7 and preach to the Nuns. At 11 began to beg guided by John McCormick a tailor and others. Dined at 5 1/4, preached again at 6 1/2 to a great congregation.
Mass and sermon again at the convent. The day like yesterday. Visited 3 girls schools to enlist them. Heavy rain all day.
Mass in the chapel at 8, begged again with McCormick till 3. Dined then, and at 4 1/2 took R.W. to Strabane, Mr. McBride came with me so far, then by omnibus to Omagh, where Dr. O'Kane received me very kindly.
I did not beg as there was a great tenant rights meeting here, but I preached after Mass at 8. I visited the 2 sisters of charity who are settling here. Took a look at the meeting with Gavin Duffy speaking. At 2 went off in a mail car to Dungannon, a very cold drive. Got in at 6 1/2 and saw Dr. Slane, but had to put up at the Inn, Mrs. Hughes's Hotel.
I said Mass at 8 and preached 1/2 an hour, then sat at the hotel writing Da Bergamo till 2, when I preached and had a collection. I did not beg thro' the town. Dined with Dr. Slane, Mr. Hughes and Mr. Harbiston the curates, and Mr. Dowlin P.P. of Donaghmore.
Said Mass at 5 1/2, at 7 went by Post car to Armagh and then took R.W. to Lurgan where I staid till night at Dr. O'Brien's. Wrote letters and Da Bergamo. Mr. Denvir the curate dined with us at 1. Dr. McLeigh came for the evening. XXIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 27. Said Mass at 8, preached a long sermon after 12 o'clock Mass, collection £143. Dinner for 20 about. A large number came together for rosary and so I said the rosary for them and preached again.
Mass at 8. Wrote Da Bergamo till near 2. Went in a car with Dr. O'Brien and McLeigh to dine at Moira with Mr. McKey the P.P. The Bp Dr. Blake was there for confirmation. Came back to preach at Lurgan at 7, with a collection for me.
Mass at 7 1/4. At 8 1/2 R.W to Armagh and coach to Clogher, where I was stopped by Dr. McNally who took me in his (63 cont.i.) carriage to Enniskillen, where we dined with Mr. Boylan and many priests, besides the curates Mess.rs Garthan, Traynor and McNally. I slept at McBride's hotel.
Said Mass after the Bishop. At 10 we went thro' the consecration of a piece of ground as cemetery. At 1 I preached one of my long sermons, on my conversion chiefly. At 6 1/2 a public dinner for 38 people at the Hotel; too many! Mr. Jas Corden presiding.
I preached after Mass, then begged the town with Leonard the Clerk. At 3 1/4 took a car to Mr. Porter's at Belle Isle to dine with Mr. and Mrs Greg Porter, their children John, Elis.th, Fanny, Emily, Adelaide. Mrs. Richardson and her daughter slept there.
O'Donell. Preached at 12 1/2 on the Beatitudes. Finished a little begging, and went with John Porter in a little carriage by Lismalor to Belle Isle to dine. Mr. and Mrs. Hall were there besides the rest. I came back in a car by 11 1/2.
Mass at 6. At 7 1/2 went off in a caravan to Ballyshannon. Mr. Reynolds a Prot.t sat by me. Got in at 11 1/2. Mr. Maguire P.P. of one of the parishes took me to his house where I wrote and said office till 5, when we dined with Mr. Kelaghan the curate. Said 3 mattins and Lauds today. XXIV. Nov 3. Said Mass at 10 in the Rock chapel (Mr. Maguires's) where I preached at 12 1/2, then begged in the town with Mr. Maguire and then with Mr. McNanine till 5 when we had a great dinner with Mr. Maguire. I slept there again.
Came by a car to say Mass at 9 in the other great chapel, and preached a long sermon. Breakfasted with Dr. Shiel and his 4 sisters, then finished the begging of the town by 1 1/2. Then wrote till dinner at Dr. Shiel's at 5. At 6 preached another long sermon, slept at Dr. Shiels.
Said Mass at 9 as yesterday; preached and gave the red scapular to many. Went in Dr. Shiels car with Mr. Mann**** to Bundoran on the sea and back to take the van at 1 1/2 to Enniskillen, where Mr. Porter's man met me with a gig, and took me to dine and sleep at Belle Isle. There were there Mr. Young and Troia Clergymen and Mr. <SPACE> engaged to Mary Elis.th. Mr. Gray Porter not at home.
Mr. John Porter took me in a phaeton to meet the coach to Clogher, which I reached at 10. Said Mass in the Bishop's, Dr. McNally, oratory, dined with him at 12 fasting fare for the jubilee. He took me to preach at 1 1/2, an opening sermon of a little retreat in the chapel, a long mile fom the town. I slept at his house. At night wrote many letters and a good bit of Da Bergamo at the Bishop's where I slept. (63 cont.ii.)
Went out to the chapel to say Mass at 8 1/2 and give a med.n on the Passion. Staid there till 2 hearing confessions, then gave a lecture on contrition, and a sermon on Death. Came back at 5 to dine with the Bp. and 5 priests; F. Dunne the Dominican, Mess.rs McDonnell and Herbert (Curates here) Mullen, Monaghan etc. <SPACE> neighbouring P.P., here to hear confessions for the Jubilee. It blew a gale of wind in the morning and I could hardly be heard.
The day laid out as yesterday. I preached at 2 on confession, then on Judgement.
Another day like yesterday. Preached on communion and on Hell. XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 10. I said Mass at the Bishop's chapel. We went out late and it was an ill managed day as it seemed to me. I gave the renewal of Baptismal vows after 10 instead of 9, then the Bp's Mass which ran into Mr. McDonnell's at 12 1/2, and after which a Benediction. I preached on Paradise and ricordi. We had a small party to dine.
I said Mass in the private chapel as yesterday. The Bishop took me in his carriage to Aughnacloy, which I begged thro' alone for 3/4 of an hour. At 1 I got outside a coach to Castle Blayney, and then took R.W. to Dublin, where I got to 23 Essex Quay at 11.
Mass at 8 and preached to the nuns of George's Hill. At 11 took R.W. to Maynooth, dined there at 4 and slept. Did what little I could begging. After 9 had a happy address to the Junior students.
Spoke to the senior studnets at 6 1/2, then went and said Mass at the convent and preached a little. Took R.W. to Dublin at 9.4, called on Lady Clanricarde who sent me her Brougham to take me at 1 1/2 to visit Ld. Clarendon at the V. Regal Lodge. I had 1 1/2 hour with him. Returned to Mr. Roger's. He took me a begging walk, then I dined with him at 5, and stopped till 10. Mr. Bagnall was the principal guest who came to tea and kept up conversation about Ireland and England.
I said Mass at S. Mary's Ang***** Drumcondra, preached, then went and spoke 1/2 an hour to the students of All Hallows, making I think 79 sermons in this tour. Mrs. Rogers then took me to some calls and to the R.W. station to Kingstown where I had half an hour with Mr. Lucas. I took the steamer at 1 to Holyhead, dined there at the hotel, and took the Mail train at 7 to Harrow station.
I got to Harrow at 4. Walked over to Hyde by 5 1/2. Found a full house. After dinner went with F. Eugene and Andrew to see the newly bought ground.
I went round to our great ones. Harting, Hale and (63 cont.iii.) Walkers before dinner. Talked and wrote the rest. XXVI Sun aft Pent. Nov 17. I went in to London by the first bus; preached at St. Patrick's at the last Mass, and again at 7. Dined with Mr. Long, Mr. Bar** and Stanton at 4, and went to sleep at the Walkers, 47 Bernard St.
Said Mass for the Walkers at 7. Went at 9 to St. George's and saw Cardinal Wiseman etc. Performed my office as extraordinary at London Road Convent till near 4, then took bus. Called at the oratory and saw Faber. Got to Hyde by bus at 8.
Busy at home all day talking and writing.
Said Mass at 5, at 6 1/4 started walking with my blue bag and brown parcel over my shoulders to Paddington Station, got in to a ****** at 7.50 and took R.W. to Cheltenham, where I expected F. Vincent. But I had to take a car 15 miles to Broadway by 4.
Started at 10 in my car back to Cheltenham with F. Vincent, too late for the train at 12.55, so dined with Mr. Glassbrook at 4, and at 4.30 took R.W. to Birm.m. Had tea with Dr. Ullathorne, visited the oratory, went back to sleep at the Palace.
Said Mass in the Bishop's chapel at 5. Went off by R.W. to Norton Br. at 6.15. Breakfast again at Mr. Beech's, and walked to Aston. Found F. Raphael and 4 students there, and F. Leonard and Mr. Fryer. F. Honorius came at 8 from London.
I went off at 10 with F. Honorius, and took R.W. at 11.25 to Norton Bridge, and so on to St. Helen's Junction. We got to Mr. Smith's about 2 1/2. Dined; looked at the church. He stopped there to sleep. I went to Mr. Walker's at Blackbrook later. (64) Blackbrook 4. Nov 24 1850. S. Austin's Manchester 1. Carstairs 3. S. Andrew's Glasgow 21. Carstairs 1. Liverpool 1. Sutton 1. Liverpool 1. At sea 1. Dublin 1. Birr 5. Roscrea 1. Limerick 1. Jan 4 1851. 6 weeks. XXVII Sun aft Pent. Nov 24. I said Mass at 7 1/2, Mr. Walker at 8, F. Honorius at 10. I preached then and catechised at 2 1/2. Wrote.
F. Honorius came to say Mass after me and Mr. Walker at 8 1/2. At 9 1/2 we started for Liverpool. Mr. Crook went over with us in a car to the Bishop's to talk over our settlement. We dined at St. Patrick's at 4, then talked with Mr. Crook. Took R.W. at 8 back. I walked from S. Helens by 9 1/2, having left F. Honorius at Mr. Smith's.
Mr. Smith brought F. Honorius to say Mass at 9. He provided himself with necessary things to begin tomorrow celebrating in Mr. Smith's house. I walked with Mr. Walker to dine with old Mr. Ruswick and Mr. Fairhurst at Billinge. On our return we called and had tea at Mr. Tasker's, got home at 5 1/2.
I went with old Walker, my deaf guide, to Sutton, and took F. Honorius to Manchester at 10.35. We called at St. Chad's, then I went to see Miss Billington at Higher Broughton, thence to dine with Mr. Turner in Granby Row at 2. I staid there till night. At 7 1/2 preached to a grand congregation on the Crusade. Thurs. Nov 28. Up at 5, said Mass at 6. At 8 met F. Joseph and F. Bernard at the Salford station, and took R.W. to Carstairs, where we dined at 7 with Mr. and Mrs. Monteith. He met us at the station and walked with us home.
Our 3 Masses from 9 to 10 1/2. F. Joseph ill. Mr. Monteith took F. Bernard and me a walk at 12. Mr. and Mrs. Gillespie came to dine at 3 and sleep.
S. Andrew. We had the 3 Masses in precious vestments. Dinner at 3 1/2, before a walk as yeserday. At 5 Benediction with the ciborium. We were going tonight to Glasgow, but put it off till tomorrow that we might give Mass here. I Sun Adv. Dec 1. We set off from Carstairs Junction at 11.20. Got to 34 Grt. Clyde St. and were received most kindly by Dr. smith etc. Dined at 3. I preached the introduction at 7 to an immense crowd.
We began confessions and have the prospect of a constant stream for all 3. Said Mass at 7 1/2; at 9 1/2 there was a community Mass, and after F. Bernard gave his first lecture. We dined at 2; said mattins at 3. F. Joseph lectured at 7. I preached after it on the soul, and gave meditation on the Passion. Confessions till 11, then supper, tea at 6 1/2.
Day laid out as yesterday. I preached on sin as offence of God; proposed for peace makers. (64 cont.i.)
Up at 4 1/2 translating motivi di Passione for F. Bernard. Fasted. The day as yesterday. Preached on the evil of sin.
The day full as yesterday. Preached on Death. F. Joseph quite well again. The mission goes on very smpoothly.
Just as yesterday and needius testies. I had to write a long letter to F. Eugene. Preached on Judgement.
Day passed as before. I gave a single sermon on the Dolours of B.V.M. II Sun of Advt. Dec 8. Miss Munro and Matilda Gillespie came in from Cambus Wallace. I preached at 3 on the Crusade for England, and at 6 1/2 on Hell. Heard confessions almost all the rest of the time.
Regular day. I preached on Procrastination. We began the prayers for the obstinate at 10 when the great bells of the town rang.
Regular day. Sermon on Forgiveness. F. Bernard unwell with Dysentery, took Homeopathic Globules.
Do. <Regular Day> Sermon on Drunkeness and on the Pledge. F. Bernard better.
Do. <Regular Day> Sermon on cursing. F. Joseph having a bad cold did not give his lecture.
Regular Day. I got up at 4 1/2 and wrote a letter for the Catholic Register. Sermon on Small number of Elect.
Regular Day. I preached a single sermon on the 2nd and 3rd Dolours. Mr. and Mrs. Monteith came tonight for 2 days. III Sun of Advt. Dec 15. I went with a car to say Mass at the convent of the Franciscan's 3rd. order in Charles St. at 7 3/4 and preached on England. Confessions from 12 till 2. Preached at S. Andrews at 3 on the Crusade, and at 6 1/2 on the mercy of God.
Regular Day again till night. I preached on venial sin; came in at 11 1/2 and found a young Scotch gentleman to speak to till 1 1/2.
As usual. Preached on lying.
Dr. Murdoch sent a car and I went to say Mass and preach the crusade at the Sisters of Mercy, back at 10 1/2. I preached at night on the temporal happiness of the just. The medit.n on the Passion ended with the vinegar and gall, and then I gave the blessing. (64 cont.ii.)
I talked after breakfast with Mlle Jaricots agent who is here in Mlle Maurin's place. Heavy work at confession. At night sermon on scandal, and then the 3 first words, with the begging pardon.
Hard work at confessions. Preached on the death of the Just.
My birthday, 51 years. Gave a single lecture on the Dolours and communion. Finished confessions at 12 1/2, then had a talk in the house with Mr. Morrison, a Presbyterian Draper till 2 1/2. IV Sun of Advt. Dec 22. Said Mass at 6. Renewal of Baptismal vows at 7 1/2. F. Joseph said Mass at 8 and I served, and short thanksgiving. F. Joseph preached at 12 o'clock Mass. F. Bernard and I went in a car to the opening of Mr. Gallagher's new church (S. Joseph's). Dr. Smith sung Mass at 12, Dr. Murdoch preached. We came back to dine at 3, saw Mr. Kenna the old Oscottian. I preached on Paradise at 5 1/2, then the ricordi and Papal Benediction, then Benediction of B. Sact. I took a car to the station, then R.W. at 9.5 to Carstairs, where I wrote till Mr. Monteith came home from Hodder at 1. Went to bed at 2.
Up at 8, Mass at 10. Saw Mrs. Monteith in her room ill. Took R.W. at 1.22 to Liverpool; reached S. Patrick's at 11 1/2. Got in to sleep at Mr. Fagan's, where Mr. Crook took me.
Mass at S. Patrick's at 7 1/2. At 12 walked to Bishop Eton. Mr. Geraghty walked with me a good way; dined with Dr. Brown at 2, and settled things well. Walked back and took R.W. at 6.15 to Sutton. F. Honorius there again.
I said my first Mass at 12, the 2nd and 3rd at 1/4 7. Went with F. Honorius to Blackbrook where he said his three, I preached at the last. We came back as we went in the gig to dine at Sutton. I took R.W. at 6.20 to Liverpool; took car to S. Patrick's, and between vespers and Benediction I preached on the crusade 1 1/4 hours. Slept at Mr. Ryan's again.
F. Honorius came. We went with Mr. Crook to Mr. Allan Kaye about a new conveyance of Sutton ground. I walked back alone, a crowd round me of boys etc. A man gave me 2 blows on the head. Dined at 2 1/2. At 7 started in the Dublin Mail steamer (Princess).
Got to Kingstown at 9 1/4. Said Mass, breakfasted at Mr. Cavanagh's, talked with Mr. Lucas till 1 1/2. We came together to Dublin. I went to Essex Quay, then to the Tablet office etc. Back to dine at 5 1/2 at S. Michael and John; at 7 heard verspers and a sermon from Father Roche the P.P. Called on Mr. Rogers.
I went to say Mass at 7 and preach on England to the Sisters of Mercy Bagott St. At 10 took R.W. to Roscrea station (64 cont.iii.) and went in Donovan's coach to Birr. Dined with Messr.s Moloney, Cleary and Scanlan in the Bishop's dismantled house where I slept. Introduction to the retreat at 8. Sun in Oct. Dec 29. 1st. medit.n at 6 1/2, then Mass. At 10 3/4 2nd. medit.n on Death. I preached after 12 o'clock Mass in the church on the crusade, introducing it on S. Thomas of Canterbury. Lecture on poverty at 2 1/2, dined alone at 4. Med.n on Judgement at 7 1/2.
Med.n on Passion at 6 1/2 and Mass. At 10 3/4 on hell. At 2 1/2 on chastity from S. Ambrose and vow of instruction. Dined with the priests at 4. At 7 1/2 on the mercy of God. Began the men's confessions. I had threatening of a cold on Sat, all gone off thanks to God.
I was a little too late at the convent; at 10 3/4 lecture on prayer, at 2 obedience, at 7 1/2 Paradise. Finished confessions. ================================================================
I was up till after 12, but dozing at the moment, and woke to my usual prayers at this time about 12.10. I gave my concluding lecture to the nuns, and they renewed their vows. I staid in the convent till 4, when I went to dine with Mr. Egan, except going to last Mass. John Egan was at home. I preached in the church on the sects of England after 6 1/2 vespers and Benediction. Mr. Bermingham P.P. of Borris O'Kane came to see me at 2.
Said Mass at the convent at 6 1/2 and preached to them on prayer. Mr. Egan drove me to Roscrea where Mr. Blake received me, took me to the Sacre Coeur convent, but would not allow begging. I sat alone busy from 1 till dinner at 5. At 6 preached to a great congregation.
Said Mass at the Sacre Coeur at 7 1/2 and preached to the Nuns and the pupils. Mad.me Croft Sup.r at 11 1/4 went by Donovan's coach to Bally Brophy, then by R.W. to Limerick. The coach to Ennis was gone, so I went to Dr. Ryan's, dined and slept there. Mr. Synan took me.
Up at 4 1/2. Went to say Mass at 6 for the white nuns (the Good Shepherd), preached to them and the 70 Penitents on England. At 8 1/2 took the coach at *r**ses hotel to Ennis. Sir Colman O'Loughlin *** St. Sat writing at Mr. Kenny's till 5, dinner, then writing till 12.
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Balynasloe 1. Mullingar 1. Dublin, Essex Quay 5. Houthe 1. Dublin 9. Maynooth 1. Dublin 5. Feb 8 1851. 5 weeks. Sun vac Jan 5. I said Mass at 9 1/2, preached after last Mass at 12 on England, then vespers and Bened.n Dined at 5 1/2, Mr. Scott a lawyer was the chief guest. 2 Franciscans F. McLaghlan and O'Farrall. we talked till 9 1/2.
Epiph. Said Mass at 9 1/2, preached after it for 1/2 an hour; then preached 1 1/2 hour after last Mass, then went begging with Mr. Fogarty to guide me, except dinner at 5 1/4, till 10 o'clock. Addressed the Xn doctrine society.
Said Mass at 9 and preached again. Finished a letter to the Tablet about my adventure at Liverpool. Fogarty then came. We begged till 5 1/2, then again after dinner till 9 1/2.
I set off at 6 1/2 in the Mail to Gort where I said Mass at 9 1/2 and preached the Crusade. Mr. Nester and Mr. Tulley two of the clergy went about with me begging. At 5 dined with Mr. Nagle the Vicar Genl. At 6 1/2 preached 2 hours more, slept at Mr. Nagles.
I said Mass at 7 3/4. At 9 took the same coach to Galway, called at the college house where the clergy live. Mr. Geraghty went with me to the Bishop's outside the town, who was out. I was received to lodge by Mr. Mitchell formerly of Kenilworth. I wrote letters and Da Bergamo in his house, or rather his cousin's Miss Bermingham till 5 when I dined with him, Mr. Rocke the Vicar Gen and Mr. Geraghty P.P. of outer arde.
Said Mass at 7 at the Presentation convent and preached, No. 14 this journey; 101 since Sep 5. I sat in writing Da Bergamo all day till 5 1/2. Dined with the priests at the college, No. 14 dined, Dominicans, Franciscans etc. At 7 I preached the Crusade in the parish chapel.
I said Mass at the Dominican convent out of the town and preached. Then staid at home all day. Wrote to D. ReffNatali our General etc. Mr. Mitchell and I dined again at the college house, a large party. Got on well about prayers for England. I Sun aft Epiph. Jan 12. Said Mass at 7 1/2 and preached at the Sisters of Mercy. After 12 preached on the Gospel, applied to the collection made for the children of the school, £26 I am told. At 5 I dined at the Dominican West convent. At 7 preached in parish chapel. I got quite well of a cold which threatened these 2 days.
I said Mass at the Poor Clares and preached. 20. I began to beg the town with Mr. Morgan, an old man who collects for the propagation society. F. Mitchell and I dined at Dr. McCoy's and his daughter; met Mr. Daly. I went at 7 to preach (65 cont.i.) at the Franciscan church. Came back to Dr. McCoy's to tea. Dr. Doherty a professor at Queen's College protestant and his Catholic wife were there.
I said Mass at 7 for the Presentation Nuns again and preached. Begged with Mr. Morgan till 5, when I dined at the Franciscan house with F. McGrath, Jennings and Burke. 3 or 4 others were there. I went at 7 to preach a long concluding sermon at the parish chapel.
I said Mass at 8 for 3 old nuns (Augustinians) the last in Ireland, and preached (24). I went about with Mr. Morgan till 4 1/2, when I took the coach to Loughrea where Mr. Palley (admin) received me. I lodged at the Carmelite house ( F. Gannon Prior).
I said Mass in the parish chapel at 9 and preached. Then went about alone begging till 4 1/4 when I dined with Mr. Palley, and at 5 preached again and had a finishing collection. Then at 7 went by the same coach to Ballinasloe and slept at Archdeacon Dillon's.
I sat up till 2 1/2 writing a letter to the Catholic Standard about Mr. Watson etc. I said Mass at 10 and preached. After 12 went about in very cold wet weather begging with Whelan the chapel clerk. Dined with Arch Dilon and Mr. Green curate at 5. Preached again at 6 1/2 (28); at 9 after tea, went outside the mail to Mullingar. Got there at 2 1/2. Got to bed at an hotel after saying mattins.
Said Mass at 9 at the cathedral. Spent the day with Dr. Cantwell. Preached at 1 1/2 to a good number (29). Dined with the Bishop and his curates. At 6 1/2 tok R.W. to Dublin; got to Essex Quay at 9 1/4. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 19. I went to say Mass for the nuns at Warren Mount and preached. It was 12 1/2 when I left them. I heard Dr. Moriarty of All Hallows preach at SS. Michael and John for St. Mary's Asylum. I went to dine, say mattins and have tea with Mr. and Mrs. Rogers. Then came and after vespers at 7 preached the 2nd sermon at Mich and John, mostly on the Crusade (31). I dictated afterwards a report to the reporter of the Franciscan journal.
I went to say Mass for the Chabra nuns on the Quay; did not preach to them, but after breakfast enlisted the pass*** about 60 as crusaders. Went begging with Joseph Rogers till 6 except dinner with his father. At 7 1/4 preached at SS. Michael and John on the Crusade. 32.
I said Mass at SS. Michael and John's; begged all day with Joseph Rogers among the poor, but very happily. Dined at his father's and went out again till 9, finishing at Mr. Murphy's, Crane Lane. (65 cont.ii.)
Started with Jos Rogers at 7 1/4 to the markets. Said Mass without preaching at George's hill convent. Begged Patrick St. and Thomas St. etc. till 5 1/2 when I dined with the Francis St. priests and came home to preach at Michael and John's. 33.
Walked off to All Hallows college, Drumcondra. Said Mass and gave a long discourse to the students after breakfast. Went with Mr. O'Connell to visit the Richmond Presentation nuns; enrolled the girls in the crusade. Called on Mr. Ormsby and got just in time to meet Mr. Young at the station and go to dine with him and friends at Howth, where he lodges at the post office.
I said Mass in Howth chapel, and preached to a good congregation. Breakfasted at the hotel with Mr. McKenna. Begged with Mr. Young thro' Howth. At 1 R.W. to Dublin, begged till 4 1/2, dined with F. Smyth at 5 1/2. Preached at 7 at Michael and John's. 36.
Mass at SS. Michael and John's. Dined with F. Smyth at 5. Besides that begged all day from 11 till 10, Gt. Britain St. and Moon St. before dinner, Castle and Clarendon market and Thomas St. after. Alone had a talk with Robt Rogers; a letter from Mr. Evison! III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 26. Mr. Murphy took me to say Mass at St. Joseph's Asylum at 8. I preached to the inmates. Talked long after breakfast. Then heard last Mass at the Jesuit's church and got luncheon for dinner there. Preached at 7 at SS. Michael and John's
Went in the car to St. Mary's Asylum. Preached to the penitents (39), came home and begged Thomas St and Meath St. etc. Dined with F. Smyth. Preached at SS. Michael and John, after it spoke with Mr. H. H***ans.
Went to say Mass at the Sisters of Charity Gardiner St. At 10 preached to them (41) then spoke to 500 girls of the school. At 11 had a long talk with Dr. Murray. At 2 dined with Mrs. Rice, Meath St. and F. Henry. Begged James St. till 9.
Said Mass at Michael and John and breakfasted with F. Roache. Then wrote a long letter for the Tablet, and went with it to Mr. Ormsby. Begged a little in Dorset St. Preached at 7 in Michael and John on the text from Agg***. (42).
I begged with Jos Rogers till 5 when I dined with F. Smyth. At 6 I went to speak with Mrs. Quan at her husband's request. Had tea there, came home and wrote letters a long time. I said Mass at Michael and John.
I said Mass at Warren Mount, called on Dr. Megher and O'Hanlon; begged about, dined at Mr. Fitzpatrick's in Dane St. with F. Cainen. Preached my finishing sermon at Michael and (65 cont.iii.) John, and then called to speak with Mr. Thompson 94 Up Dorset St.
Mass at Michael and John's; begging alone all day, dined at 2 1/2 with Mr. Peart, tailor in Cross St. IV Sun aft Epiph. Feb 2. Said Mass for St. Joseph's Asylum with blessing candles and benediction. At 10 took R.W. to Maynooth. Preached at 1 1/4 on the crusade. 44. I went to the college, back again to dine with F. Cainen and some parishioners and clergy. I slept at the college and gave an address to the junior students. 45. A long talk with Dr. Russell on my crusade.
I spoke to the senior students at 6 1/4; said Mass at the convent, and took R.W. to Dublin. Preached at Gardiner St. chapel. 47. Called at Warren Mount, begged till 10 except dining at 5 with Mr. Thompson and 2 clergymen, Blakeney and McCarthy who talked controversy.
I got up with a cold but went off to Kingstown at 8, said Mass at 9 1/2 and preached. Then begged till 5 1/2 when I dined with Mr. Kelly the wine merchant, Mrs. Pettar etc. Preached again at 7. Went back to tea at Mr. Kelly, and took R.W. home at 10
I went to say Mass at Warren Mount and preached. Then off to preach at Gardiner St (51), lunched there and went to Mr. Ormsby's lodging to write 2 letters for the Tablet. Came home at 5, to nurse my influenza.
I said Mass in Meath St. at 8, preached there, and after the 11 o'clock mass (53). I saw Father O'Neill in his school. Dined with Mr. Murphy in Crane Lane at 2 1/2. Had tea with Mr. Kelsh in Townsend St. and begged all that street.
Said Mass in Mich and John at 7 1/2, preached in Gardiner St. at 11. Wrote to the General, dined with F. Smyth, begged 2 hours till 9 1/2.
I said Mass at 7 1/2 for the Loretto nuns Gr. Georges St. 43, and preached (54) and enrolled the girls. At 11 1/2 had a talk with Lord Clarendon in Dublin Castle, then with Father Spratt, John's Lane. Wrote letters, dined alone, begged Leinster Market etc. At 9 took R.W. to Baldoyle. (66) Baldoyle 2. Feb 9 1851. Dublin 1. Kingstown 1. Dublin *. Castle **rke 1. Dublin 1. Armagh 4. Portadown 2. Moy 1. Donaghmore 2. Dublin 1. Clongowes 3. Dublin 10. Clondalkin 1. Dublin 6. Mar 22 1851. 6 weeks. V Sun aft Epiph. Feb 9. I said the first Mass at 8 1/2; preached after the last Mass, and again after vespers at 3 on the crusade. At 5 1/2 dinner with F. Smithwick, met Father McDonnell and Wynn, Mess.rs O'Shaughnessey. Pluslet etc. They talked politics till 11.
I said Mass at 9 and preached again (56), took a car and begged the parish with Tallon till 5. Dined alone with F. Smithwick. Took a walk with Tallon and at 9.40 took R.W. to Dublin.
Said Mass at Warren Mount and preached (57). Came home, wrote letters, begged some time and at 5 1/2 took R.W. to Kingstown to dine with Mr. Errington, met Mr. and Mrs. Kelly, 2 Mess.rs O'Ferrell, Father Sheridan and McCabe; slept at Mr. James O'Ferrell, 3 Graham terr.
Said Mass at 9 1/2 in the parish chapel and preached. Wrote a letter for the Tablet; at 1 1/2 tok R.W. to Dublin. Went visiting parish priests to establish the 40 ore in Dublin for Lent. Dined with Mr. Byrne near Rathsnirnes.
Said Mass at S. Paul's *rran Quay in order to see Dr. Yo**, but did not. Called at Coffey's Hotel and saw the Primate and Dr. Cantwell, then at Marlboro' St. Then took R.W. to Kingstown, and attended a profesion etc at the convent to see Dr. Murray. Went then with Fathers Dooley and McCann to Castleknock where I dined. Met the Primate and slept.
Mass at 7. After breakfast enlisted the boys, wrote letters, and came to Dublin with Father McCann. Begged Tighe St. and Barrack St. Went to dine at 5 with Dr. O'Connell at Huddington Road, and his 5 curates; coming back called on Dr. Nayler.
Went to say Mass in Baggott St. for the Sisters of Mercy at 8, and preached (59). Took R.W. at 10 to Castle Blayney and omn.s to Armagh, where I dined with Messr.s Rogers, Troy, and ********, and slept at the parochial house. Mr. Marshall of S. Anthony's Liverpool was with me in the train as far as Dundalk, on his way tomorrow to preach at Warren Point. Septuag Sun Feb 16. I said Mass at 9 1/2; preached at 1 (60), and again at 7. went to see the new cathedral and enlist the seminarists after breakfast. Wrote a letter for the Tablet, and letters for the English Bishop's ready to send.
Said Mass at 9 1/2 and preached. The begged with George Sherry till 5 1/2. Dined, then preached (63) and begged again till 10 1/2.
Mass and preached at 9 1/2. As it was market day (66 cont.i.) Sherry the butcher could not come, I went with another. Dined at 4 1/2 and preached at 7 (65). Begged again a little after with Sherry.
A car was sent to take me to the Station, and I took R.W. at 7 to Portadown; said Mass and preached at 8. Mr. Crolly the P.P. went with me begging. I baptised Mr. O'Hanlon's child at 2. We dined at 4, a large party. I preached at 7 (67). Rather unwell tonight.
I said Mass at 8 without sermon. Wrote to Cologne with a circular to German Bishops. Mr. Crolly drove me to Tanteragee where I begged, guided by Mr. Towers. We dineed at 3 1/2 with Mr. Campbell. P.P., Mr. Daly the curate, and Mr. Dunphy who turned up here. We came back and I preached again at 7 (68). There was an interruption from a drunken Protestant, which ended well. Went to bed unwell.
Got up much better. Mass at 8 1/2. I staid in writing all day till 6 when I went by a van to Moy, and lodged at Mr. Coyne's P.P.
Said Mass at 8 1/2 and preached a long sermon. Mr. Coyne gave a great breakfast to 17 people. Mr. Devlin came in a car to fetch me to Donaghmore which we reached at 4. Dined with him and Mr. Tally the curate; went to bed ill. Sexag Sun Feb 23. Got up a little better at 7 1/2. Said Mass at 9, preached at 1, a collection for the chapel. A great dinner at 4 1/2. I preached and got a little collection for myself at 6. F. Amadeus came after me here, and we had a deal of talk (71).
Said Mass at 9. At 11 Mr. Devlin took me in a chaise to Armagh, where I went in a bus to Castle Blaney, and by R.W. to Dublin. I went after 10 to Gardiner St. where Fr. Curtis gave me dinner, and settled with me about Clongowis tomorrow. slept in Essex Quay.
I said Mass at 8 in John's Lane. At 10 took R.W. to Sallins, and thence a car to Clongowes. I wrote a letter for the Tablet, another to Ld. Clifford, and one for the Freeman. Dined at 4 1/2 with Father Cavanagh (Rector), F. Bracken. Marshall of Liverpool and Mr. Aungier joined us after dinner. I retired at 8 to enter on my retreat, on which I spoke with F. Bracken, my director for it.
Up at 6. 6 1/2 Medit.n, 7 1/2 Mass, 8 1/4 brkfst. 9 3/4 2nd. medit. 11 1/4 Spir reading; 1/4 12 walk till 1/4 1. Visit to B.S. 1 1/4 vespers. 1 1/2 examin of conscience. 2 dinner. 4 consideration. 5 mattins and 1/4 6 3rd. medit.n 7 1/2 supper. 8 1/2 Litanies with the fathers. To bed at 11 1/4. I took to read the life of B. Paul Segneri. It was all silence except with Fr. Bracken who came after supper. (66 cont.ii.)
As yesterday. Add after breakfast, little hours. 9 consideration of interior.
Saw Mr. Clarke the doctor at 11 for my cough, and he let me off easily.
Regular day. Made my my general confession after supper. Quinquag. Sun Mar 2. The day just as usual, except dining at 2 1/4 and all alone, as this and the two next days are recreations in the house, and the Fathers dine late.
As yesterday and the rest. My cold quite well, and so I am ready to return to work.
Conclusion. At 4 I addressed the boys in the study hall, to enlist them in the crusade. Finished my retreat at 7 1/4. Then read some of a pamphlet by Pugin, and sat with the community up stairs, agitating for the crusade. Mr. W. N. Skelly there.
I said Mass at 7 1/2; at 8 1/2 received the ashes with the boys; at 1/4 10 started for the station. At 12 reached Dublin and went to John Street. Went to see Mr. Ormsby, dined at 4. Preached an introductory lecture at 7 1/2 (72).
Mass at 8 1/2, staid in till 1. Heard some confessions, went to Stephen's Green, called on Mr. Segrave and Mrs. Judge Ball. Came back in a car to dine. Opened the course of catechisms at 7 1/2.
Confessions from 6 1/2 till 12, except Mass at 8 1/2 and breakfast. Went again to beg in the gay part, and saw the Protestant Archbp of Dublin with his chaplain Dr. West. Back in a car to dine; preached on the Passion at 7 1/2.
Said Mass at 7 for the Loreto nuns, Stephen's Gr., and preached (73). Then begged about there till dinner, and had some long talks about the crusade. Went out again at 6 and begged in Gr. Britain St. and Moor St. I Sun in Lent Mar 9. I took a car to Stephen's Gr. and said Mass at 9 for the community of S. Vincent's hospital, preached (74), took a car and begged about till 4 1/2 from 1/4 12. Dined with Mr. Moran. Preached on England (75).
I went at 9 to consult Surgeon O'Ferrell (Granby Row) about a dizzyness in my head. I hope it will be nothing, but it rather alarmed me. After confessions I went begging Patrick St., Bride St. etc alone. Preached on sin at 7 1/2.
I went in a car to Fitzwilliam Square. I begged about that part of the town till 2. Came home and found a lot (66 cont.iii.) of letters. I wrote till dinner and then after a little. Preached on Faith at 7 1/2.
Confessions till 12, begged James St. Said office in Mr. Gilligan's room; preached on the Agony in the Garden.
Wrote letters till 1 or 2; begged Dorset St., called on F. Curtis and the Tablet office. Preached on contrition.
Confessions till 1, except a visit from F. Lockhart and to F. Rinolfi. Begged a little with Jos Rogers. Pr. Prayer in the Garden.
Called on Mr. Corball's, Dr. Nyler, Dr. Sadleir (Trin Coll) etc. At 5 took a car to Clondalkin for the night. II Sun in Lent Mar 16. Said Mass at 8 and preached (76). Mr. Brennan the chaplain took me to Castle Bagot where he said Mass on the staircase. We breakfasted and had a long talk over Ireland; went back to dinner with the gentlemen boarders, enlisted the boys. Mr. Brunson came with me in the car home from the Monastery. I preached on the Church of England, Sir W. Codrington called after.
Confessions till 12 1/2. Went with F. Spratt to Dr. O'Ferrell, preached on S. Patrick and the Church of Ireland (77). Wrote to Dr. McHale to beg help for the crusade.
I ****ted a letter to the Tablet, my defence against some charges. Went to deliver it. Begged on Pond; preached on Hope.
Confessions till 12. Wrote a little of a 2nd. letter of defence, begged in Grafton St. Saw 4 clergymen in St. Michael's vestry, and got too late for dinner. Mess.rs M**rble, McCarthy, Stanford and Barter. Preached a controversial lecture by notice.
Finished the 2nd. letter and went with it. Spoke to Mr. McGrath **ditor of the National Corporal Parsons called on me after dinner. I preached a 2nd. controversial lecture, on the Protestant Catechism. I felt tired after it for the 1st. time.
Confessions till 12. I went to Leeson St. to see Mr. Flury, I did not find him, but fell in with old Mr. Fawcett, who took me to task about my habit. I went to his home, till I came home to dine. Preached controversy again.
Wrote a letter; then took a car to Harold's Cross. Saw Mrs. Clifford and Mrs. Young at the two convents. Then Mrs. Ball at Rathfarnham. Spent the evening alone upstairs; did not do much. Dublin, John St. Mar 23 1851. 7. Rathfarnham 1. (67)
Apr 26 1851. 5 weeks. II Sun in Lent Mar 23. Mr. Murphy took me in a car to S. Joseph's, where I said Mass and preached on S. Joseph. Called on F. Curtis in Gardiner St. then saw Dr. O'Ferrell. Preached on the state of Dissenters in England (78).
Confessions till 1. Went in a car to Westland Row, then by bus to Rathmines, saw Mr. Maher and Collier. Preached on the Rule of Faith.
Mr. Murphy took me again to S. Joseph's. I called again on F. Curtis; then from 12 till 3.20 was at Mr. Thompson's, speaking to Messr.s Nangle, McCarthy, Moran, Ritchie and Bleakley. After dinner a talk in my room with Rev.d A. King. Preached on the Rule of Faith and Tradition.
Confesions till 12. Wrote for the Tablet till 2, took the letter and saw Dr. O'Ferrell. After dinner took a car car to Coffey's Hotel, but found no Bishop come; then to see Dr. Cahill in Ann St. Then tried to see Mr. Magee.
Said Mass at 6; at 7 took a car to Castleknock to see the Primate. I came back in the college car with him and Father Dooly and McCann. Got many questions settled. I begged a little about Dorset St. etc.
Confessions till 12. Went to Mrs. Star's and saw the Primate, then Dr. Nayler at Westland Row. Went a little round with a car, and home to dinner. A long interesting letter from Mr. Monteith.
Took a car at 10 1/2; saw Mr. Lucas and Ormsby about papers for the Tablet. Saw Dr. O'Ferrell, then started from home with Henry Hodgens to Beaufort, dined at 5 and slept there. Mr. O'Hanley chaplain of the Loretto house was there. IV Sun in Lent Mar 30. Said Mass at the Loretto house and preached to the nuns (79). after breakfast at Beaufort returned to enlist the scholars; 50 young ladies. At 1 1/2 started in the car alone, called on Mrs. Skelly and walked home to dine.
Confessions till 12, heard Dr. O'Connell. Went and wrote a letter at the Freeman's office for Wednesday's paper; came back to dine.
Took a car at 10. Called on Mr. Fleury the clergyman, and begged about Stephen's Green etc. till 4.
Confessions till 12. Heard Dr. O'Connell again at Adam and Eve, and again wrote for the Freeman at the office, an Anglican clergyman (Puseite) of Leicester Mr. Levigan, dined with us. Gave hopeful news. 2 or 300 Tractairan clergy in England. (67 cont.i.)
I went by car to Rathgar and about Merrion Squ etc. from 10 to 3. a long talk with the Solicitor Genl. Called on Mr. O'Neill after dinner, being ill of a paralytic stroke, but better. I preached on praying in Latin.
Confessions till 12. Heard Dr. O'Connell and begged in A***gier and Bride St. Had an intelligent man to begin instructions after from Kerry. Preached on the immolation of the Saints.
I took a car to Dr. Murray's then to Dr. Whatley's, where I saw Dr. Wist the chaplain, to have the Tablet with him containing a review by me of Dr. Whatley's letter on controversy. I came home and at 1 1/2 Mr. King called with his car and took me to Rathgar to dine with him at 4. We first drove to see the country and I called on Mr. Duffy. There were at dinner with Mr. and Mrs. King, Mr. and Miss Urwick and two other Independent ministers, Mr. Graham and another Methodist Do., one Church clergyman and a Baptist and one Presbyterian. We had a deal of discussion till Mr. King drove me home again. V Sun in Lent (Passion) Ap 6. Mr. Murphy took me to S. Joseph's. I preached on the Passion after Mass. Mrs. Pilsworth was at breakfast. We spoke sharply about O'Connell. I then met Dr. Whitty 37 Hardwick St. Then went to hear Dr. Cahill preach in Meath St. chapel. Preached on Ps. 119.7. Shewed up Mr. Nangle and Mr. Fleury.
Confessions till 12. Had another talk with Dr. Whitty in Hardwick St., and saw Dr. O'Ferrall after dinner. Went and called at Warren Mount, came back to preach. At 9 went to Sir Th. Redington's to meet Father Sisk.
Called at Sir. T. Redingtons, saw F. Esmond and Curtis etc. Rather puzzled about a ****** of Mr. Fleury reported in Saunders.
Confessions till 12. Went to see Mr. Fleury, then Archbp Whately. Mr. King called at 5 1/2 or 6, and we had a pleasing interview.
Saw Mr. Nangle in his office in Holles St. A long talk with Dr. Sadler. Was shown by the Rector of Castleknock over Trinity College. Wrote a letter to the Saunders News letter on Mr. Fleury.
Confessions till 12. I had to see Dr. O'Ferrall about a new turn of ****nt, but still preached at night.
Dr. O'Farrell made me stop at home all day after seeing him at 9 1/2. Mr. King called at 2. Palm Sun Ap 13. I said Mass at S. Joseph;s at 8 1/4, breakfasted with Mr. Pilsworth. Saw F. Curtis, then took car to Haddington Row and preached a Crusade sermon (80). I called then on Dean (67 cont.ii.) Nayler, and went back to dine with Dr. O'Connell and his curates, Messr.s Smith, Wood, Macnaly, Horan. Came home to preach an account of my conversion 1 3/4 of an hour (81).
I saw a notice today of Bessy's death at St. Leonard's on Sea. Confessions till 11. I gave a meditation on the Passion after last Mass at 11, and at 7 1/2. Mr. King took me up at 2. We called on Mr. Conway of the Eve** Mail at St. Kevin's Ratton**nes. I dined with him and Mrs. King at 4 1/2. He brought me back for 7. Tried to see Dr. Whitty at 12; he was gone.
Morning as yesterday. Father Sisk came to dine and preached at 7 1/2 on the Agony in the Garden.
Med.n on the Passion, morning and evening. Confessions till 11. I translated a decore of a miracle of our Ven. Founder, and took it in a car to Mr. Ormsby after 9.
Confessions till High Mass sung by the Provincial. The sepulchre was erected. I wrote a letter for Saunders's Newsletter on Mr. Richey. I preached an ascetic sermon on the Eucharist. Good Fri Ap 18. Father Spratt celebrated. I gave meditation on the Passion at 6 1/4 morn, and on the Dolours at 7 1/2. I helped to sing the Passion, the part of the Turba. Father Sisk preached on the last words of Xt. at 12 1/2.
I heard confessions till 10, and from 6 1/2 till 10 at night. Assisted in the Prophecies etc. Finbar Main and his wife, formerly Mary Worley called after dinner. I went to see Mr. O'Neill, a little better. Easter Sun Ap 20. I went with Mr. Murphy and said Mass at St. Joseph's Asylum. Came back to stand as Deacon to Dr. O'Connor; missed Pontifical Mass (the Bishop of John's Lane). We had a pretty procession after. I began another letter for Saunders. At 4 went off with F. Sprat and his brother from A***gier St. to dine with Mr. Flanagan at Rathfarnham. No one there but their sister, who lives as manager of Mr. Flanagan's house. Came back in the car at 9. Began letter to Saunders on Mr. Fleury.
I finished my letter and took it to Saunders's. Saw Dr. O'Ferrall. After dinner walked to Mr. Murphy's to see some young ladies proposed for convent, and as far as Gardiner St. and home.
Saw F. Curtis at breakfast at 9 1/2. Called on Rev. J. Gregg 67 L. Gardiner St. at 10. After this saw Mr. King and wrote a quantity of letters. At 6 dined with Mr. Pilsworth. Met Mr. Barton, Ormsby, P. A****gier, Miss Do. Rev. Mr. Green, Mr. Lennard. Home at 10 1/2.
I wrote letters for the papers etc. till 2 1/2 when (67 cont.iii.) Mr. King called. We went together to see Newspaper Editor, and then he took me to Greenmount to dine at 4. Met Dr. Urwick and Miss Do., Mr. and Miss Powell, Mr. Hands, Griffiths and others, Ministers. The car brought me home at 10 1/2.
I went to Saunders's office. At 11 Mrs. Pilsworth took me to see her mother, Mrs. Aungier,80 years old. Past Glasnevin. We stopped to see the cemetery.
I met Curtis at his breakfast and Bishop O'Connor dined with us. I went afterwards to Greenmount to see Mr. King, but he was at the ********. I saw him there, and then was in the Chair at a meeting at Batterby's.
At 10 took R.W. to Cork. It was a good chance for reading. I was received at S. Vincents seminary. (68) Cork 4. Apr 27 1851. Dublin 2. Chester 1. London, 89 Jermyn St. 4. The Hyde 1. London 8. The Hyde 1. London 7. May 24 1851. 4 weeks. Low Sun Ap 27. I said Mass for the Sisters of Charity at 7 and preached (82). At 2 1/2 preached in the Bishop's chapel the charity sermon, for which I came, for the Magdalene asylum under the Sisters of Charity (83). I dined at 4 1/2 with the Bishop and clergy there, and heard Father Th. Walsh preach after vespers.
I said Mass at the South Presentation convent at 8 1/2 and preached (84). Spoke to the girls, then went calling on clergy till 1. Found us one. Came home and read on the Council of Trent till dinner; a party was invited to meet me. I preached at 7 1/2 in F. Matthew's church on prayers for unity, to Protestants (85). At 9 saw Mr. Verling.
I said Mass for the Sisters of Mercy at 7 and preached (86). I started again visiting. Saw Mr. Perrin at the Palace, and Mr. Farrington in Audley Place. Dined with F. McLeod and F. O'Riordan and 2 others at 5. Preached again at 7 1/2, and then at 9 met about 50 clergy at the Deanery and proposed my prayers. Came home at 10. I saw Father Luleim of Kinsale Carmelite Church, asking me to preach (87).
Mass at 7 for the North Presentation Nuns and preached (88). At 9 1/2 took R.W. to Dublin; got in late to dinner in John St. After it took a car and went to Mr. Rogers, Ormsby, F. Curtis, Dr. Naylers and Mr. Murphy.
I went to the Freeman's office. Mr. Tracey had called at 9. At 12 1/2 I married Joseph Rogers and Mary Ann Baker in Cooke St. At 7 1/2 I held a meeting in the Rotundo to propose prayers to the Protestants. We finished in 2 hours. Only Mr. Cooke and Mr. King spoke besides me.
I saw Dr. O'Ferrall, then met Mr. King at John St. At 11 1/2 took R.W. to Kingstown. At 1 started for Holyhead. Got to Chester at 9 1/2. Slept at Mr. Carbery's.
I said Mass at 8 1/2 and preached ************* as usual (89). At 10 min to 12 I took R.W. to London, got there at 7. I went straight to the Cardinal's and dined there alone. Then walked to Queen Squ and the Walker's and back to Mrs. Flores, 89 Jermyn St. II Sun aft Easter May 4. I said Mass in Warwick St. at 8. Preached at 11 and at 7 in the evening (90, 91). At 3 1/2 I heard Pere de Ravignan in Hanover Squ. ****es; then went to Faber, saw Mr. Murieny.
I went to S. Joseph's. After breakfast saw F. Eugene a good while and got back to dine with Mr. Wilds at 1/4 5. I preached at 8 on faith.
Mass at Warwick St. at 8 as yesterday. Breakfasted (68 cont.i.) with the Cardinal and got forward well with my proposals. Saw Mr. Alliss No. 33 Golden Squ, then Lord and Lady Lyttelton. At 5 1/2 dined with the Walkers, met Bp. Collier. Came away to preach at 8 on the points of faith. Then went to Cardinal Wiseman's soiree.
I took omn.s to Kilburn Gate at * 1/2, then another omn.s took me to S. Joseph's by 6. After breakfast I went to call on the Bishop of Oxford and was refused. Saw the Bishop of Salisbury and Mr. Manning at Mr. Monsell's. Dined at Ld. Arundel's luncheon at 2.
Said Mass at 5. Started at 8 to London by bus. Took another bus to Hammersmith where the Cardinal blessed the first stone and preached on the ground of the new church. I returned in a bus to dine with the Flores's; heard Faber preach at 5. Preached on Hope at 8 1/2, and after staid till near 12 with Mr. and Mrs. Aliss 33 Golden Squ.
I took a cab and went a round of calls. Saw Mr. Drummond, dined at the oratory, then came home to write my first letter to Mr. King for the Dublin papers.
Took another round in a cab; saw Sir R. Inglis, Gavazzi and Ld. Palmerston. Then dined at Ld. Arundel's. Finished my letter and began to copy it. Henry Doyle came to breakfast. III Sun aft East. May 11. I said Mass at 7, breakfasted with the Cardinal. Preached at the 11 o'clock Mass on S. Joseph, dined at home. Mr. Crook dined with us. I went with Miss Floris to hear Ravignan as last Sunday. Preached Crusade at 7 1/2 (91) tea with Mr. Alliss.
I went by appointment at 10 1/2 to see Bishop of London, but he went out on purpose just as I came up. I went to the London Road Convent, back to dine at the oratory; saw Mr. Ward there. Preached on Truth.
Took a cab at 10 1/2; saw Ld. Carlisle, Ld. Geo Quinn 15 Belgrave Squ., Mr. Gladstone, my sister. Dined with Mr. Wilds, very sleepy after it till I went to preach on the breastplate of justice. Then went to the Cardinal's soiree.
Brreakfasted with Mr. and Mrs. Watson who are here for the exhibition. Then took bus to Clapham for the opening of the church of the Redemptorists. The Cardinal preached a fine sermon. Came home by bus at 5 1/2.
Called on Father Cobb, Mr. Cobden, Mr. Feargus O'Connor. Called on many more ****. Heard confessions of the London Road Nuns. Preached on the preparation of the Gospel of peace.
Breakfasted with Mr. Bagshaw. Saw Dr. Canning. Got (68 cont.ii.) dinner at the Walker's, saw Mr. Wilkinson. I went out at 5 to sleep at S. Joseph's. F. Eugene was away at Broadway.
Said Mass at 5. I went round to see Mrs. Hall, Walker, Harting. Came back by the 5 o'clock. Saw Lord John Manners, and for a moment Mrs. Spooner. IV Sun aft East. May 18. Said two Masses at Warwick street, 7 and 8. Breakfasted with the Cardinal who stopped my going to Exeter Hall. I preached twice as last Sunday. Dined at home. Called on Dr. Cunning, and then heard Pere Ravignan. After Benediction Dr. Maguirte came home with me.
I went a round after breakfast with the Cardinal. Saw Ld. Robt. Grosvenor, Mr. Wegg, Professor Sir Ben Hall where I had luncheon. Dined at 5 with Mr. Wilds, Dr. Maguire and Mr. Chirol. Preached on peace, then called on the Cardinal and talked about my moves. Mr. Walker of Scarboro' was there.
I went by 10 o'clock bus to St. Joseph's, and had long talk with F. Eugene. Back by the 5 o'clock. Preached on the word of God. Went to Cardinal Wiseman's soiree.
I called on Mr. Moncton Milnes and Lord Grey, my sister and the oratory. Dined at 2 at Lord Arundel's luncheon; he was out. Lady Arundel entertained me. Then I went by steam boat to London Bridge. At * preached in Webb Street a crusade sermon. Came home in a bus by 11 1/2. Aniceto Innver***gi turned up again after all these years.
I went to breakfast with Young Lady Lyttelton. Ld. L. was gone out. My sister was there, and took me to see my brother at Spencer House. He had come up from Althorp yesterday. Saw Mr. Sponer and Mrs. Canning whom I found at my lodging waiting. I worked at the translation of our rules. At 6 had tea with Mrs. Ewart the French Catholic Lady and the two old gentlemen, 87 Jermyn St. Preached on the word of God.
I said Mass at 8 as usual, and saw in the sacristy a Neopolitan Priest stranded in London brought to me by Amiccto. There was no satisfaction for him and little for me. I sat at home alone till after 9, correcting the translation of our rule for the press; got to the middle of it. I hu*****nt out to see Dr. Maguire and saw the Cardinal with Dr. Morgan.
I walked off to say Mass at 8, in Mr. Zuleta's private oratory (21 Devonshire Pl.) He is at Madrid. Breakfasted with Mrs. Do. and the family. Henry Doyle was there. I called at the Baptist office, 33 Moorgate St., to which I went by omnibus, and the Wesleyan, 19 Bishopsgate st. within the Peace off New Broad st., London ****** 8 Bloomfield St. I dined at Dr. and Mrs. Framptons luncheon. Saw Dr. Campbell, Tabernacle, Finsbury. Called at Bunhill Row Chap. Thence made a Harassed march to the Charter House with ***bbing, and one big storm on my shoulder. Ar.de.n Hale saw me but sent me away. I had tea (68 cont.iii.) with the Walkers, called on Dr. Whitly and saw Lucas there.
London. May 25 1851. 7. Aston 8. (69) Grt. Haywood 7. Rugeley 1. Steamboat 1. Ere 1. Liege 1. Maastryck 1. Dilligence 1. Liege 1. Theux 1. Liege 4. Verviers 3. Aix le Chapelle 2. June 28. 5 weeks. V Sun aft East May 25. Said Mass at Warwick St. at 7. Then after it at Mannings, ordination subdeacon in Golden Squ. and breakfasted. Mr. Bullen's, Mansell, Simon, Alliss etc. there. Preached at 11 o'clock Mass on the Patronage of Our Lady. Brought Dr. Maguire to dine at Flores's. Went with him to hear P. Ravignan; then to see Hensage at the Cardinal's. Home at 6, saw Miss O'Connor and Mrs. Webster, then went and preached after vespers on prayer. Dr. Maguire came home with me.
Called on Mr. Hawkins at 12. Then met F. Eugene and F. Vincent at Golden Squ. on their way to Belgium, and went with them to get their papers from the Belgian ministers. I took them at 1/4 5 to dine with Mr. Wilds and Dr. Maguire, after which they set off. I came home to instruct my 2 catechumens, and at 8 preached on prayer; then went to tea with my sister 38 St. James's Place. Anniversary of my ordination 19 years ago,
I went by bus at 10 to 18 Westbourn Terrace to see Dr. Towncred, thence to Bishopsgate Street. Saw a number of quakers in the court of their meeting house, and distributed papers, and Miss Wilson in Devonshire Squ. Came back to dine at Ly. Arundel's luncheon. I preached on prayer again. Went to the Cardinal's soiree.
I breakfasted with the Cardinal, Dr. Roskell, Mr. Thompson etc. Got a check now that I have had my run to near my last day. I stopped in to finish a letter for the Warder, and wrote another to the Morning Chronicle about my transactions with Dr. Cumning, which he misrepresented yesterday at Exeter Hall. I walked to the office with it, 332 Strand, and to Richardson's, Fleet St. Had a great mobbing of children. Called at the oratory.
I said Mass at 7; breakfasted with Alliss. Preached at 11 on the Ascension. At 4 saw Dr. Townsend at the Atheneum, then went to see Mr. Campbell (3 New Square, Lincolns Inn), to please Sister Mary of Galway. Heard grand vespers at the oratory. Preached after vespers at Warwick St. a conclusion!
I got the 10 o'clock bus at the Gloucester cofee House to St. Joseph's. Started back on foot at 3 1/4. Got to Bernard St. at 5 1/2, dined with the Walkers. AT 8 went with Miss Nutt but did not see Dr. Whitty.
Said Mass at 5, took a cab to Euston Squ and went by 3rd. class to Stone where F. Louis met me. We had tea at Mr. Beech's, and walked to Benediction for the Novena at Aston. We expected Dr. Ullathorne. I sat up till near 11 for him, writing to the Tablet. (69 cont.i.) VI Sun aft East. June 1. The Bishop came at 9 1/2 with Mr. Estcourt. I sung Mass at 10 1/2, he then confirmed 36 boys or men, 54 girls. 90 in all. We dined together and Mr. Beech and Joseph and Austin and the Bishop went away at 3 1/2 because of the Prioress.
Said Mass at 4 1/2. At 5 1/2 Meditiation on the Passion; staid in all day, no confessions. Wrote 9 letters etc.
I went out with F. Louis in the village to call on people for the retreat. Saw Eliza Shelly in a strange way. Looked over the translation of the rules a good deal. Catechism on contrition, sermon on judgement, rather flat.
Called alone on Eliza Shelly. Some few confessions. Catechism on confession, sermon on Hell.
A long talk with Mrs. Shenape, a convert of F. Gaudentius. It was my day for silence and eating on the ground, in the Novena. Still no confessions. I wrote several letters. Catechism on Imitation of J.C. Sermon on the mercy of God.
Called on Eliza Shelly again. Spoke with a lady from Wood Lane. Catechism on prayer. Sermon on the happiness of the just.
Nothing remarkable. Catechism on communion. Sermon on the Death of the Just. Whit Sun June 8. I said Mass at 5 1/2. Wrote to F. Eugene about going to Germany with F. Albert. High Mass at 10 1/2, preached after it on Paradise and gave Papal Benediction, awkwardly. After dinner a gig came to fetch me to Great Haywood, where Mr. Grenside met me. I preached the introduction at 6 1/2.
Mass at 6 then meditation. I went walking to the convent, then after sitting with Mr. Grenside with the Nuns, walked on to Rugeley. Dined with Mr. Grenside in his new house, saw the church etc. Mr. Taunton the surgeon sent me home in his carriage in heavy rain. I had a sore throat. The course of sermons was precisely as at Aston, till Sunday morning inclus.
I had no confessions or hardly any. I wrote letters for the Warder. Called at Mr. Corvesor's and had tea.
Heard today from F. Eugene that I was to go to Germany with F. Albert. F. Dullard called yesterday and today.
Borrowed Mr. Sweetman's spring cart and his boy drove me to Aston, where I dined and came back by 4. Father Gaudentius was here yesterday evening, and again this evening; he stops the night at the convent
I did not try to fast. Was all day finishing my correction of the rules and writing letters till the evening, (69 cont.ii.) except dinner. Mr. Grenside out all day.
I called to see Mrs. Cor***or at 10 1/2. Mr. Grenside and I walked to the convent, thinking to borrow the gig to go to see a clergyman, but could not. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Geo Clifford there. Mr. Dullard walked home with us. Trin Sun June 15. Said Mass at 8, about 33 communions. F. Albert came from Aston to sing Mass at 10 1/2. Mr. Grenside came back from Rugeley at 3 in heavy rain. Mr. Dullard also came. I finished at 6 1/2 with ricordi, Papal Benediction, and Benediction of B. Sact. with us 3 a Priest, Deacon, Subdeacon. Miss Bratt sent F. Albert and me to Rugeley to sleep at Mr. Grenside's.
F. Albert and I said Mass at 7 and 7 1/2. At 8 1/2 we took R.W. to London. I talked to Mr. Sale, a clergyman of near Attenstone. We took a cab from Euston Square to Mrs. Flores, walked to Weymouth St. Got passports from Mr. Van der Meyn, Belgian Minister. Called at Golden Square. Got the Cardinal's letter of credentials. Dined at Flores's. Took cab to London Br. station; took R.W. at 5 1/2 to Dover. Had tea at a little Inn. Crossed at 11 to Calais.
At 2 took R.W. to Lille. Got to say Mass at the Seminaire at Tournay at 7 1/2. Walked to Ere; passed the day there.
Up at 3 1/4, said Mass and went to take up bags at the Seminaire. Took R.W. at 7.20 to Liege where we were received by Msr. Neven, Grand Vicaire. Mr. Philp gave himself to us entirely; supper at 9 1/2 and to bed.
Corpus Christi. Mr. Philp took us at 5 1/2 to S. Martin's church and I said the Mass in the chapel of the B. Sact. We saw the Bishop at 8 1/2. Called at the seminary to have the translation of my proposals made by M. Grave, looked over by Dr. Kempneer; dined with Msr. Neven at 12 1/2. At 5 1/2 went off in the boat on the Meuse to Maastryck with Mr. Philp. F. Albert walked on to his home. Mr. Philp and I lodged at Mr. Vander Linden's, cure de S. Mathieu.
Mass at 7, went to call on the clergy. At 12 1/2 a Stoomboot to Ruermond where I saw Mr. Bochars at the Seminary; supped there, spoke to the students, spoke to Bp. Paredis. At 11 1/2 dilligence back to Maastryck.
Reached Maastryck at 5. Mass at 7; spoke in Dutch to the Girls in Mr. Ruttens school. Dined at 1; at 2 took stoomboot on the Canal to Liege; got home at 6. II Sun aft Pent. June 22. Went with Mr. Philp by R.W. to Pepinster. Sung Mass and preached at 9. We took bus to Theux, dined at Mr. Philp's house. Slept at the cure's. Mr. Conrardy primarily of Angleur. (69 cont.iii.)
Mass at 7, I preached at the 9 o'clock High Mass. We went to Verviers, dined at 4 with Mr. de Simony. Saw Mr. de Biolley etc. At 7 1/2 took R.W. to Liege. Found F. Albert back from Maastryck not well.
Mass at the Benedictines. At 2 1/2 R.W. to Aix. Stopped at Herbenstal for passports; put up at Verviers with the Doyen Lovens.
Mass at S. Remacle's at 7. No passports come. Dined at 12 1/2, visited convents and schools.
Another day better the last. Up and down to the R.W. to look after passports sent to Brussels by Coppens. They came at 9 1/2. Visited many classes in the schools and the protestant minister at Hodimont.
Mass at 6. R.W. to Aix. I saw Mgr. Laurent; dined with him at 1. Tea at 6 with Mrs. Edgar and her daughter Carolina. We got a room with 2 beds at the Alexianen - Brothers of S. John of God.
Up at 1/4 4. Mass in the Minster at 7. The superior took us to bain de la Rose to see Mr. Biddley of Nerviers. Dined with the brothers and some of the mad at 11. I called on Mr. Nenny the Prot.t Minister. Supper with Mrs. Edgar. (70) Aix la Chapelle June 29 1851. 2. Cologne 2. Arff 1. Neus 1. Dusseldorf 2. Cologne 11. ****dem 1. Bonne 5. Cologne 2. Bonne 5. Cologne 3. Aug 2 1851. 5 weeks. III Sun aft Pent. June 29. Mass at the Minster at 6. Preached on England in French to the Nuns of the Child Jesus in Jacob Strasse. At 8 1/2 my first sermon in Germany. Heard High Mass at the Minster. We dined at 11 1/2; at 12 saw the relicks in the minster. I sung complin at home. Heard a long sermon from Mgr Laurent at S. Paul's, tea at Mrs. Edgar's; called on Mr. Rosthof, Prot.t Minister, saw his mother who talks French. He refused to see me.
I said Mass at the convent of the Infant Jesus at 5. At 7 F. Albert and I took R.W. to Cologne, there we went to Mr. Kirche, Capellan of S. Alban's, who receivd us most kindly, and began at once to help our quete and all our objects. Introduced us to the Bishop, Vicar General, the Cardinal Archbishop being gone away. I lodged with him. F. Albert at the house of the Vincentians. At 8 1/2 Mr. Muller the Redurteur of the Volkshalle paper took me to a supper with the cure of S. Mary etc., and a **** party.
I said Mass in S. Alban's; we were begging all day. I went before noon with Mr. Schamers, Vicaire of S. Colomel and F. Albert with Mr. Kirche. We dined at 12 with the Vincentians. After dinner I went with Mr. Kirche and with Mr. Schomers.
I sung Mass at S. Albans at 9 1/2, first having written a concluding letter to Mr. King. We called on Mr. Muller the converted Prediger. At 2 we started with a Diligence a little way, then walked to Arff, a country house of Mad.lle le Baronne de Geyr, where we staid the night. Miss Whiteford a convert was there.
We said Mass in the oratory at 7 and 7 1/2; staid quietly till dinner at 12, then went in the carriage of the Baronne to Neuss, where we lodged the night at Mr. Buschmann's the Pastoor's; made a few calls.
Said Mass in the beautiful old church. Begged about till dinner at 12 1/2. Took a Diligence to Dusseldorf where M. Kirche left me at the Graff Specs, where the Cardinal Archbishop of Cologne came at 6. At 7 1/4 we had a sermon of Father Roh S.J. as a mission is going on there by 6 Jesuits in 3 churches. Supper at 9 1/2.
Sermon at 6 by another Jesuit. I said Mass after in S. Marinilians church. At home reading almost all day. A great dinner at 12 1/2. At 7 1/4 another sermon by Vater Roh. Multa bona opera fici in vobis, ob quod coram lapidatis me? IV Sun aft Pent. Jul 6. Said Mass at 7. At 9 High Mass, procession round the church and sermon onB.V.M. Dinner at 1. At 3 1/2 blessing of a stone cross and sermon by V. Roh, concluding the mision. A large party in the garden after. I saw M. Shadone there. At 9.26 took R.W. with Graf Leopold Spee to (70 cont.i.) Cologne. It was too late to get in at M. Kirch's, and so I slept at the Graf's house near the Carmelite convent.
Went to say Mass at S. Alban's. Dined at 1 with the Cardinal. First visited a school of the 5 sisters Schmitz with 200 girls, and spoke to three classes in German, my first trial. After dinner went begging in S. Peter's parish with Capellan Jansen. Supped at the Vincentians. Called at the prot.t Pastor M. Engel's, but he was not at home; saw his son.
I went to the Lazarists at 9 1/2 and was taken to the Pastor of S. Mauritius. There was not much to do and so I went and saw Mr. Engels the Protestant Pastor. Dined at 12. After dinner begged with Mr. Kirk. F. Albert with the Sacristan of S. Ursula.
I went again to the Lazarists and was taken to S. Severige's, where the Kaplan Hargarter took me begging till 12; dinner at home after it. I went to Kaplan Charge, who took me about the parish of S. Maria in K*pfergasse. It was my best day.
I started at 9 1/2 with the sacristan (Kuster) of the Dom Parish and begged till 2. We met my Brother who is on his way home from the Baths. After dinner I went about with Mr. Kirch, not doing much but seeing some clergy. F. Albert went off today with M. Morro, an assistant priest of S. Alban's, to beg thro' the villages.
I said Mass in Mr. Morro's place at 1/4 9 for the boys of the Burger's school who come 3 times a week. Then Mr. Kirch took me about the parish of S. Maria in capitolis till dinner. After I went with Kaplan Starn in S. Jacobs.
Mass at 1/4 9. This was no begging day. People busy washing house, and all the afternoon Kaplan Kunde at confessions. V Sun aft Pent. July 13. I said Mass at 11. I was present at a sermon at 8, again at one by Laplan, Dr. Ruesch at 4. In the evening Isaw the Protestan Pastor Gegers, and came home full of joy at his reception.
Went begging SS. Apostels parish with Kaplan Brementhal. Dined with Baron de Deoevere and his family, with whom I stopped a long time on Saturday. He took me about the parish of S. Gereon. I finished for a little with Kaplan Charge again.
Mass 1/4 9. Went over the Gesuits church parish with Kaplan John. We dined, i.e. the two kaplans and Kirchs sister with Miss Whiteford at the Baron de Geyr's. After I went again to Devioere to finish up S. Geron.
This was a feast (Mt. Carmel). I said mass at 11. Miss Whiteford dined with us. I went then with Karl the little (70 cont.ii.) student and saw 3 Ptotest.t. Predigere. 1 Bartelheim (12 Filau Grube), Hemgers (1 Bayard Gasse), and Rogge. I came home to hear Kirch preach. We supped with the Lazarists.
I went with Miss Whiteford in a carriage at 6 to St. Ursula's and said Mass in the chapel of the Relicks. At 10 Mr. Kirch and I went by R.W. to Bruhl, where we visited the school. Kaplan Ralff went with me begging. We dined with the Pastoor Berusch. At 6 1/2 met Miss Whiteford at the station and went on to Sechlem and stopped the night with Baronne v. Gegis, aunt to the other.
We set off at 6 1/2 from Sechlem by R.W. to Bonn, where I was received to lodge by the obef. Pfarrer of s. Martineses. I called on Mr. and Mrs. Seager at the Baum Schech, and on Ly H. Jones. Dined with the ober Pfarrur, and then Mr. Kirch and Miss W. went away.
Begged with the Kaplan Laurenz till 12. Dined at 2 with Lady H. Jones, Hubert and his sister. After dinner a long talk with Seager. VI Sun aft Pent. July 20. Heard Prof. Dieringur preach at 8. High Mass at 10. After dinner visited the Protestant ministers and Professors, Fothe, Dorner,Hasse, and Krafft. Attended a general meeting of the conferences of S. Vincent of Paul in the convictorium. I read an address for England.
Went to the Stift Kirche at 9 1/2. Kaplan Foeger took me to speak to 6 classes in the school, and begging very poorly. I went alone to Popplesdorf. Kaplan Schnitz came in with me. We called on Prof Bleek. I dined at 3 with Cap. Wilmot and his neice Mrs. Daly. Went back again there to tea at 7; talked German with her children. This morning breakfasted with Ch. Walker, Mr. Bamber, and Kays at the hotel.
Begged with the Kaplan of Re***igius Kirche very fairly. At 1 went with the ober Pfurrer to dine with Baron de Boeselager, the richest man in Bonn. Played again at chess and won it! Came back at 5 1/2 and heard English confessions.
Mass as usual at 5. Seager went to see me off by R.W. to Koln at 8. Dined at Kap. Kirch'S. Saw F. Albert back from his tour with Mr. Morro. At 5 attended a general meeting of the Verei****** S. Vincentians in the Stadt Haus, and read another address in German. I am getting over a renewed weakness of head. Wrote another for schools.
Went to read my address in 6 classes of S. Martin's school. At 1 dined with Baron v. Devivare. Then came on after a great thunderstorm. We went two visits. I had intended going to Bonn but it was put off.
I said Mass at 1/4 9. Mr. Kirch went with me to (70 cont.iii.) the station and I took R.W. to Bonn at 11 1/2. Dined with the oberPfarrer. Head tea with the Seagers.
Mass at 5; wrote an address for children. Dined at 1 with Baron Boeselager, met Dr. Dieringer. Called on Mr. Blett, Prot Paster. VII Sun aft Pent. July 27. Mass at 5. After 11 o'clock Mass I opened a course of exercises on the Passion. Dined with Ly Harriett Jones at 2. At 7 preached again. It was in the room for instructions under the church, 36 people there.
Mass at 5. Meditation given at 8 1/2 and at 7. Dined with Boeslager and met Pastor Reinkens. I went about with Kaplan Peiffer of S. Remegius before and after dinner. I made an address at 11 to 450 girls of the school in the court of the school, and at 3 to about 400 boys. They sung hymns before and after. At 3 till 5 there was an eclipse of the sun. Tues Ju. 29. I went with Seager at 1 * to call on Mr. Gardner the Prot. Anglican Pastor. I dined at home and heard confessions till 9. Medit.n at 8 1/2 and instruction on communion at 7.
Last meditation at 1/4 9. I said Mass at 8. I called on Mr. Friend a Prot.t and Mr. Shea. Dined with Seager at 1 1/2; met Cap. Wilmot and his nephew Nugent Daly, who today made his 1st. communion. I took R.W. at 5 to Koln; found F. Albert at S. Albans, ready to take another start with Mr. Morro.
I said the 1/4 9 Mass. Called on Professor Muller at 11. At 12 went with Kaplan Kirch to dine with the **y Beschopf Baudry. The pastor of S. Ursula took me thence to speak to his school. At 6 1/2 the 2 Kaplans and I went to tea with Prof Muller and Mr. Robertson, his sister Mrs. Purnell and her children.
I spoke to the girls of S. Alban's school at 11. I was busy writing a German sermon for Sunday, did not go out much.
Mass at 1/4 9. At 10 I went with Kaplan Kirch to the Regierings President who received us very civilly. I spoke about being received by the king for an audience when he comes to Koln Aug 17. He recommended Koblentz as a better place. After dinner Mr. Seager and Miss Garside came from Bonn and took up a good bit of time. At 8 I went to tea again with Prof Muller and family. Cologne Aug 8 1851. 2. Aachen 9. Coln 5. Tournay 1. (71)
Lille and R.W. 1. S. Wilfrid's 13. Golden Squ 1. Steamer to Calais 1. Paris 1. 5 weeks. VIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 3. I said Mass at 8. Miss Whiteford called. I called on Mrs. Hardman at the Rheinisch hof at 3 1/2. At 4 heard Majr. Kirch preach, went with him to S. Andrew's church and preached my first German sermon at 7 1/4 for a meeting of the conferec of the immaculate heart of Mary. Mr. Hardman, John Powel and Mr. Gibson of Ushaw called on me at Mr. Kirch's.
I wrote a petition to the King of Prussia. Kap Kirch and I dined with Miss Whiteford at 6 1/4. I took R.W. to Aachen passing Duoen where I was to have gone. Dr. Lingens met me in the street at Aachen and took me to the Pies Verein, where I read my sermon of yesterday again. I slept at Lingens's, whose sister married Fred.k Thursby.
Mass at the Gesuiten Kirche at 7. After breakfast I went to S. Adalbert's, spoke to the schools. Kaplan Wiersteiner walked with me begging till 1 when I dined at Lingens's. I stopped in all the evening at the Alexianer Bruder writing to the Bishop of Trevis.
Mass at 5 at home. Went to Kaplan Wiersteiner at 9, begged till 12 1/2; dined with the Prophet of the Munster Grossinan, and Kapitular Hohenadel. Kap Wiersteiner again from 5 till 8.
At 8 1/2 spoke to the girls and boys in Gesuiten Schole. It went on very well. K. Wiersteiner went with me about S. Peter's Parish till 12 1/2; dined alone at home. Went again to S. Adalbert at 2. Spent the time till 7, finished with meeting a Russian General with wife and daughter. Met Angeville of Winchester.
Visited S. Peter's school at 9; dined at home. At 3 visit to S. Foilan's schools. Worked at a sermon for Monday. Supped with Mrs. Lingens. M. Marzorati came to speak to me about his son.
Young Marzorati from 6 till 7. I visited the Dominican boys school at 8, after that Jacob's Schole. Dined at 11. Visited Mr. Coetlogon, English Protestant Pastor, the good shepherd, and dined at Mrs. Edgar's. IX Sun aft Pent. Aug 10. Mass at the convent of Infant Jesus at 8. Then spoke to the girls boarding there, and then to the Dominican Pfav**lub girls. Mrs. and Miss Edgar took me out to Blumenthal convent of Sacre Coeur. I dined with Mrs. Edgar at 2. At 8 attended the Pies Verein at Burtscheid, and made a speech there.
I said Mass at the Gesuiten kirche at 6 1/2 and preached after the Gospel. Kaplan Wolters went about the parish with me. I dined with him and his brother at 1. Tea (71 cont.i.) with Mrs. Edgar. Attended the Pies Verein in town with Mr. Lacerent.
Attended a long ceremony from 7 till 10 1/2 of ******ting 33 Franciscan Nuns in the Dominican Church by Dediant Dilscheneider. I called on Mess.rs Neurey and Rosthof, whom I saw this time. Dined with Mr. Karl Nellessen, the richest man they say in Aix. I was disappointed in my begging after dinner. Tea with Mrs. Edgar.
Mass at 5, visited S. Nicholas schools at 8. Kaplan Sestesich took me about. I dined alone at home at 1. At 3 I took R.W. to Koln; found a letter from F. Eugene ordering me home for the Chapter.
I was busy writing letters and counting out our money til noon. Afterwards at 5 I went with F. Albert and saw the Cardinal and Prof. Muller. Miss Whiteford was here speaking of her plans.
I was ill all day with a touch of cholera. At 10 went to S. Columba's school and made my discourses. Dined at home and rested, and was much better. I was waiting for a visit from Count Stolburg but he did not come. The Kaplan and I supped with Dom Capitular Strauss.
Got up quite well. Went with F. Albert to Deutz. Said Mass at 8 and preached my sermon. We had a fasting fruhstuck at Mr. Austeden's. I came home to dine. At 7 went to tea with Prof Muller to see the illuminations at the King's arrival. F. Albert and I came away before they began, but we saw the Dom all lighted with red light. X Sun aft Pent. Aug 17. I said Mass at 8 in S. Maria in Capitolio, dined at home. Heard Kaplan Kirch preach at 4; went twice to try and see Mr. Hunger the Prediger but missed him. The King is come and gone and no notice of me. I must be content with the Rex Regnum.
Said Mass at 5 1/4, took a carriage and went to the station with F. Albert. We took R.W. at 6 3/4 3rd. class to Mechlin, then 2nd to Tournay which we reached at 8 1/4. One English acquaintance made: young Mr. Windham, late of Eton. We slept at the Seminaire.
After talking to Mr. Doignon I went with F. Albert to Ere. Mr. Ryan with us. Spent the day without anything to remark. Some conversations with F. Evarist and F. Bernardine.
Went with F. Valentin and Albert to Tournay at 9 1/2, called at Casterman's etc. Dined with Mr. Doignon at the Seminaire, all others being out in vacation. At 3 1/2 R.W. to Lille, stopped at the Ecoles chretiennes. At 4 took a carriage to see Mr. Bernard out of the town. Slept 2 1/2 hours after supper at the Ecoles Chret. (71 cont.ii.)
Took R.W. at Lille to Calais, soon after midnight. Embarked at once in the Violet. Got to Dover at 5 1/2. No one at home, or no one up at Mrs. Savages, so we breakfasted without Mass at the Gun. At 7 1/4 3rd class to London, cab to Euston Squ, calling for a minute in Bernard St. At 12 R.W. 2nd. class to Rugby. At 4 3rd. class to Derby, then directly to Alton, where we found F. Bernard had come with us without our knowing it. We walked to S. Wilfrid's and had supper.
Mass in the beautiful church at 6. Staid at home all day, wrote letters etc.
As yesterday. The priests dispersed for various congregations. XI Sun aft Pent Aug 24. Father Vincent came last night, with a novice organist. I preached at 10 1/2 Mass. Catechised at 4. Pugin and Hardman called. I spoke to Mr. Joyes. I got very unwell with Rheumatism.
Had a bad night with pains. The Capitulars all arrived. I wrote to Mary Wykes; better after dinner.
Better night, got up well. At 8 we had our first session to discuss preliminaries. 2nd. session at 3 1/2, in which the merits of all absent and present, eligible for office were discussed.
At 8 F. Eugene sung High Mass de Spir. San.to. I was Deacon. The Fathers served in order. Before dinner we elected the Provincial, consultors and master of Novices. After dinner all the Rectors. Mr. Joyes and Dr. Winter and 2 others dined with us.
We discussed and voted over various questions all day. (Robert Simpson came last night to call) tonight.
Went on with discussions busily all day. One point was my wearing the habit. It passed well. I walked with F. Anselm.
Said Mass today and everyday at 5 1/2. We had a session at 8 till 12. None in the evening as several had to go out. XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 31. I preached after the 10 1/2 Mass on the conversion of England from the Gospel of good Samaritan. Catechised at 4 and gave Benediction.
No session before dinner. After dinner Mr. Love and a train full from Walsall (cheap trip) came. We went on with the Chapter at 4 after the absent Fathers were returned.
We had no session before dinner which was at 12, the Secretaries being taken up with writing out the Decrees. The (71 cont.iii.) concluding session was at 4 1/2. I wrote to Dr. Brown of Shrewsbury etc.
We went a large party to Oakmoor Station, whence some went on to Birmingham, some to Broadway. I with F. Seraphin and F. Joseph to London by Burton and Rugby. We got to Euston Square at 5.20, more than an hour late. At Rugby I saw H. Wilberforce for 5 min and Mary Ann Smallwood. We took a cab to the Cardinal's, I dined with him. Chanoine Donnet and Luigi Branchini at 7. After dinner Don P. de. Zuleta and H. Doyle came in and so I had no talk with the Cardinal as I wished. Deo Gratias. I slept in Monsignor Searle's room.
I said Mass at 7, then served Abbe Donnet's and the Cardinal's. At 10 1/4 took Derry's bus at the Green man etc. to S. Joseph's. After vespers took possession of the Rectorate. I went a walk with all the community to see all our Nobles, and took bus at 5 to London. I met F. Seraphin and F. Joseph at the Cardinal's, and had coffee and took a cab with F. Seraphin over Waterloo Bridge to the Dover station. Went down by the express and got a boat for Calais at 12.
We had a long passage, lying still pitching for 2 hours waiting for the tyde. We said Mass and breakfasted at the Cure's then absent. At 8.45 I took R.W. (1st. class by necessity to Paris), lost sight of F. Seraphin who went to Tournay. I went first by cab to S. Jacques, then by bus to S. Augustin where M. Bonngong gave me dinner. Back to sleep at S. Jacques, calling at the Nuntio's.
Said Mass at 5.45. After breakfast given by M. Daniel the cure, took a cab to the Lyons St. 3 class to Chalons, by 8 got to the Steamer for Lyons on the Saon. Dined with a Belgian Franciscan going to Rome. (72) Steamer on the Saon. Sep 7 1851. 1. Diligence from Velence 1. Marseilles 1. A*llerpont Steamer 3. Vettura to Rome 1. SS. Gio. and Paolo Rome 28. 5 weeks. XIII Sun aft Pent. Sep 7. Arrived at Lyons at 5 1/2. Went to the Archeveche, then to the Jesuits. Found the Archbishop and Superior both absent, no hospitality. Said Mass at the Cathedral and stopped at a little hotel near it, de la Petite Bombarder, kept by Michelard. Assisted at High Mass at 10. At 1 took steamer on the Rhone to Valencia, and thence directly a diligence to Avignon, which drove beautifully all night. There were 7 racing all night.
Arrived at Avignon at 6 1/2, said Mass at S. Pierre. At 10.45 took R.W to Marseilles. Was received kindly at the Calvairn by the oblates. Father Dunne went with me to look after Passports and Place by Steamer for tomorrow. I saw the Bp. of Southwark, Dr. Grant, on his way to England. Mr. Dayman etc. At 7 1/2 there was a service in the church of the Oblates and I preached the Crusade.
I said Mass at 6. At 9 went on board the Hellespont steamer, 3rd. class place. Bp. Odin of Texas and Pad. Sopranis S.J. were 2nd. class. We had a good deal of motion all the afternoon and night. I sat in a corner of a box on deck which held 10 people as a 3rd. class R.W. carriage; very uncomfortable and cold at night. Sig.r Pedruzzi of S. Peter's sacristy was of the 10.
We anchored in the port of Genoa early. I tried to go on shore to say Mass, but was refused for want of proper signatures on the passport, so I staid all day on board, talking chiefly to Bp. Odin, or reading German etc. At 7 we started again as last night for Leghorn. Beautiful calm sea and moonlight, 6 friars on board.
Reached Leghorn at 4 1/2. Spent the day as yesterday. At 5 we set off again for Civita Vecchia.
Got to Civita Vecchia about 5, long delay. Could not land till 10, and set off in a vettura to Rome. We baited at Palo about 5 for 2 hours.
Reached Rome about 1. Did not get clear of Dozane people till 2 1/2, then I remained in the Vettura till 4 1/2, and walked with a fachino to SS. Gio e Paolo just in time for Prime. The General was gone to Naples. P. Pio received me. I staid all day at home. Had a good sleep after dinner. Saw Card. Macchi at supper time. Talbot called at 5. XIV Sun aft Pent. Sep 14. Got up for solemn mattins. High Mass at 9. At 2 I went in a carriage with Fra Luca to the Vatican and saw monsgr Talbot in St. Carlo's rooms. Visited St. Peter's and the Gesu as we walked home. Saw Card. Lambruschini there.
I staid at home all day. Translated my propositions into Italian and wrote a mnaorial for the Pope. After vespers (72 cont.i.) F. Pellegrino staid with me till near supper to correct the language.
Looked over some of Miss Ellison's translation of Da Bergamo. At 4 walked off with P. Francesco to the Vatican, calling at the English College, where there was only an old servant, all at Monte Purgio. I had half an hour alone with Pio Nono who received my two papers. We came home in the Carretino of the house by 9 and supped.
Looked over Da Bergamo. Lord Clifford came to dinner and to stop 2 days. I went with him to see the Abbess Makrina and to S. Eusebio. We got back to complin.
I was with Ld. Clifford till 10, then he went out till 2 1/2 when he took me in a carriage to the Vatican where we saw Monsgr. Talbot. Came home to complin. I went after supper to recreation with F. Pellegrino and the students.
A thunder storm began last evening about 7 and lasted uninterruptedly almost about 30 hours. I worked at Da Bergamo and had a long talk with P. Consultore Pio after vespers in the recreation. Lord Clifford went away at 6 1/2 this morning to Albano.
At home. Wrote an exame for next Thursday on the conversion of England. A regular day. XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 21. Fr. Pellegrino corrected my exame at 7. At 8 I set off with P. Giacchino to the Vatican, called on Talbot, and with him we went into S. Peter's and got a good place to assist at the ceremony of Beatification of Father Peter Claver. It lasted till *. We walked home to dine. Dr. Smith, vice rector of the Irish College called to speak about Dr. Murray to me.
At home till dinner. Dr. O'Dwyer called and I walked with him in the garden, also Mgr. Meraude etc. At 4 Pad Pio took me to try and see the Card. Vicario, but he was just going out.
Father Pio took me again to Card. Vicar (Patrizi), we had but 3 minutes with him in the antecamera. Then we tried for Mgr. Bernabo in vain. Then called on Dr. O'Dwyer, and with him on Lord and Lady Campden. Got home by 12. In the afternoon a call from an artist preparing an allegorical composition for England, and a 2nd conversation with Card. Lambruschini.
Wrote to F. Eugene. After vespers a walk with 4 others to S. Sabina. Saw F. Burke of Galway going soon to Woodchester. Visited old Sir Harry's rooms. Saw Card. Roberti at our house. F. Pio went to begin a retreat. Talbot dined here, and intimated that my plan of visiting Protestants would not be approved. Thanks be to God. (72 cont.ii.)
All the morning learning my exame. Lord Campden called after dinner. I gave the exame. It went off better than it might; my 1st. Italian discourse.
I went out to begin my missions in Rome at 8 with F. Pellegrino. We went to the chief house of the Freres Chretiens, and I spoke to 2 classes of boys, about 250. We went to S. Agata in Trasteveri where P. Pio is giving exercises. Heard our riforma, home at 12. After vespers I started again with F. Emidio, and visited another school of boys of the same brothers; spoke to 3 classes about 300. We went a good way further, came home to supper tired. Recreation with the students.
Went out at 5 1/2 with the Rector F. Ambrose. We said Mass at SS. Cosmas and Damian. I saw Monsgr Bernabo at the Propaganda. Then visited Mad.me Volkowski, a Russian lady who supports a school of 1001 girls, conducted by the Rector's sister. She spoke of Mother Clare (Agnes), got home at 12 1/2. After dinner too tired to start again. F. Emmidio shewed me the Madonna for the Missions, dressed up in white and gold, then in black. XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 28. I wrote to Dr. Murray. At 2 3/4 went with 4 young ones to S. John Lateran's, where they teach Xn doctrine. I made my sermons to the girls, then to the boys, 200 in all perhaps. Tot. 950. Met P. DeVelaschi. Found Card Lambruschini at SS John and Paul, and also had a visit from M. Kirch who arrived last night.
High Mass at 9. After dinner went with F. Emyddius to Sto. Spirito, on the way called at the Divino Amore, which community used to be near S. Maria Maggiore in old times. I preached to the Nuns and girls. At S. Spirito is a conservatorio of 500 illegitimate girls and women. I preached to one division of 250 for 1/4 of an hour, then F. Emydgius made an hour's sermon on the Dolours of B.V.M. which put the Crusade rather out of sight. Deo Gratias. At home found Campbell Smith.
At home till dinner. At 4 Mr. Kirch came. I shewed him all the house, the workshop for cloth etc.
Dined at 10 with F. Emygdius. We went to see F. Perrone (out of Rome); we found F. Theimer and F. Modena. Home at 5. F. Pio came back.
At home all day, reading a work of F. Theiner on Protestantism.
Dined at 10 1/2 with F. Francis and went with him on his commissions and to call on Mr. Woodmason, Mr. Kirch at S. Maria Dell Ani****, and on Prince Doria, where Lord and Lady Shrewsbury were just come from Palermo to stay 2 weeks at Albano and 2 at Rome. (72 cont.iii.)
At home all day. Wrote part of an exame. A long talk with F. Ignatius the student. XVII Sun aft Pent. Oct 5. Expected a visit from F. Theiner, he did not come. Dr. Smith called. We said the Rosary in procession after vespers, then I went with F. Emidio to the French Nuns of bon Pasteur, and we preached 3/4 of an hour; I first, he after me. Then we called at the Augustinian or Sorasheen Nuns and I spoke to them in the Parlatorio; 50 nuns, 100 girls etc.
Talk with P. Basilio. We went and preached at the French Nuns school (Campo Vacc****). Then at the maunda canti and at Pallotta's conservatorio. I spoke to the Dominican Nuns of S. Catherina and Franciscans. 100 nuns, 220 girls.
At home all day. Finished writing my exame for Thursday. Mr. Kirch called aftr dinner.
Before dinner corrected my exame with P. Pellegrino and talked with him at length over Ireland, and my other affairs. After dinner was learning the exame by heart. Talked about England with P. Rocco during the solitary walk. He began the conversation.
A little impatient yesterday at stopping at home so long. Got quiet again. Fiat voluntas Dei. After dinner no exame. P. Pio took me and 7 others to the Ospizio di S. Michele, where I spoke to the 185 boys. We looked over the establishment, and it tired me too much; felt my head wrong again.
Shaved my beard of a week's growth, the longest for 34 years, except perhaps during my fever. I staid at home all day. At 4 came the German Baron whom I met at the Birmingham oratory with Mr. Todd the convert to see me. (Baron Suroc**er).
Went at 8 1/2 with F. Emyddius to the Quirinal Palace and had some conversation with the Master of the Sacred Palace on my paper of proposals. We then called at the Ospizio di Termini and settled about preaching there tomorrow. Called at the Gesu, and got home to dinner at 12. After vespers casus moralis. SS Giao e Paolo. Oct 12 1851. 16. Propaganda 1. (73) SS. John and Paul 2. Propaganda 2. SS. John and Paul 14. 5 weeks. XVIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 12. I gave another exame on England after vespers, then went with F. Emidio to the Bon Pasteur where he preached 26 min. Then we went to the Termini. The nuns would not let us preach to the girls as promised yesterday. We therefore went to the boys, where I preached 1/4 of an hour and F. Emidio then gave a sermon da Missione on the B.V. which as before seemed to put England aside. We got home at 1/4 7 accompanied by two men from Ospizio. 300 boys.
P. Emidio and I went out at 7 1/2, called at the Roc**ettine 41, 2 S. Susanne 78. Then had 1 1/2 hour with Rev.mo Padre Buttoni, Maestro del Sac. Palazzo, who finally refused to sanction my paper. We came home to dine at 12 in the library as it was a great passeggio day. After dinner we called at S. Pietro e Marcellino (Ter*iaus) 23. The Clarisse of the Purificazione 18. The Camaldolese 44. The conservatorio of the Ca**erranie 28 girls, the Sacra***aturie nuns 60. 264 nuns. 30 girls. Home at 5 1/2.
At 8 1/2 Monsgr Ve******** of the Propaganda called and heard me about England and Ireland 2 1/2 hours. At last seemed well satisfied. After vespers Mr. Kirch to invite me out on Thursday. (Vespesiani)
Dined with F. Emidio at 10. Then we went to the Lunguara, saw Monsgr Morredicini at Sto. Spirito. Visited a house of Pio operarii. 2 Tercinian convents 17 and 21 nuns. 1 Augustinian ******* Ca**** 32. One Bon Pasteur 10 nuns 40 penitents 23 girls. A conservatorio 5 nuns 22 girls. 1 of French Sacre Coeur, about 15 nuns and 30 girls of that house, and as many more on visit from Trinita di Monti. Another conservatorio 24 girls . (Tot 2 Predic**cce 100 nuns, 140 girls) home at 6.
Read F. Theiner's book till dinner; after went with B. Bernardine to the Anima, whence Mr. Kirch took us in a carriage to Monte Mario where F. Theiner has apartments, at a house of Hieronymites. F. Theiner gave me a long talk alone and seemed to forget that he had invited Mr. Kirch, who was altogether pleased on my account. We called at Talbot's coming back, not at home.
I forget about today precisely. But I think I took directions from P. Pio and wrote a paper on the crusade to be approved at the Propaganda and to ******* of a sermon of ****.
Went out after dinner with P. Rectore. Called at the Europa, saw Ld. Shrewsbury, then went to the Trinity dei Monti, where after waiting long as usual, Mad.me de Causan ex superior pr***nd me an audience of the 60 girls. (73 cont.i.) XIX Sun aft Pent. Oct 19. Monsgr Morrechini sent the carriage of the Sto Spirito at 5 1/2 to take me there with F. Joachim and F. Cyprian. F. Cyprian said Mass in succession after I had preached to 184 girls and 18 nuns. We called on Talbot to get them presented to the Pope, but it would not do. I talked to Talbot and Mr. Case who is with him an hour about the crusade. We went into S. Peter's and walked home by 12. F. Ludovico (Vicaria) gave an exame. Then I went with P. Emidio to the Bon Pasteur, whence after his usual sermon, we went as last Sunday to Teonisia and I preached to 489 girls, 14 nuns. He gave a short piece after! Got home by 1/4 6.
Wrote all the morning at a paper on Ireland to lay before authorities. After vespers a long talk with a Belgian priest introduced by F. Francesco. Then with Mr. Todd and Mr. Waite a Protestant medical man whom he brought till complin.
Went with P. Pio and P. Giacchino to the Propaganda. Saw Mgr. Bernabo, then Card.l Franroni who gave us 2 1/2 hours conversation. I asked about Mother Clare. Mr. Harper an amiable convert who desires to be a Jesuit called.
I dined at 10 1/2, then went with Fr. Luigi to Card Wrigoli. Ld. Campden at Pal Poli and Lord Shrewsbury. Mr. Tempest called after we came back and had a long talk. Abbata Santini called this morning.
I went at 8 1/2 with P. Bonaventura to the Tor de Specchi convent. Thence went with Pad Retore and Gioacchino to the Gesu and saw the General to ask about preaching there. Called on a Mechitarist Bishop. Came late to dine. Exame by F. Silvestro.
Went with P. Pellegrino to the casa dei Neofito. Preached to 16 Jew and 2 Turkish convert girls. The nuns of the house 10. Then to the alumnyiata where I preached to the nuns and people together in the public church after the Gospel, as they could not give me a meeting alone. ******* ****** **** so the ice was broken. Tot 28 little sermons var*****. Came home at 10. Ld. Shrewsbury with me from 10 till 11 1/2. After vespers Baron de Schroester, then Dr. O'Dwyer, then Monsgr Talbot and Mr. Case.
Ld. Shrewsbury came again with Dr. Winter, who is going with them to Palermo. After dinner a talk with a Genoese Priest about a projected institute. After vespers casus moralis. The General returned home at 6. XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 26. I went at 8 with the General to visit Card Ori***li. Lord Campden dined here; sat with me in the garden till 3. Dr. Griffiths of the Cape, with Dr. Winter in his habit and the Prior of S. Clement's called.
I went early with FF. Joseph and Albino to the Propaganda to hear the confessions of the English language; heard (73 cont.ii.) the meditation at night on the Particular Judgement. Slept there. Tired at night with the long confesions.
Said Mass at 5, heard the morning med.n and 2 Riforme at 10 and 2 1/2. Heard confessions after the last and returned with P. Secondiano from L'Aquila and B. Angelo who came to fetch me.
Employed almost all day reading over the Acts of the English Capitolo with the General.
Finished my scritto on Ireland and read it over rough to P. Silvestro. Went with P. Francesco and Fr. Gioacchino from L'Aquila to the Anima and to the Card.l Vicar's (ill with tooth ach). They left me at the Propaganda. I worked at confessions till late supper. Some very interesting cases.
Fast. Confessions all day, except the riforma on prayer at 2 1/2 and office.
All Saints. Mass at 5, then P. Pio's Riforma on Communion, then Card.l Fransoni's Mass and Gen Communion, and after breakfast ricordi. Papal Benediction and Ave Mar. for England. Dined at Propaganda, then visited one conservata and received visits from all the others. We came in a carriage with the Rector and Sacristan at 4 1/2. XXI Sun aft Pent. Nov 2. Talked to the Gen about Ireland and Germany. Mr. Kirch came to dinner. Vesp. mort.
Went on after dinner reading the Acts with the Gen.l. At home all day. Wrote to F. Andrew.
Looked over my scritto for Propaganda with the Gen.l and P. Lettore. Conference with the Gen later.
Transcribed my scritto. At 10 dined with P. Pellegrino and went with him to the Card.l Vicar Monsgr Vespasiani etc.
Long talk with P. Basilio. Ld. Shrewsbury called and Mr. Eyre. We dined in the library; no walk because of the weather. Ld. Shrewsbury, Mr. Bennett etc.
At home. Expected Mr. Bennett at 12, he sent an excuse. Pere Bernard the Recollect called.
Went out at 8 with P. Pellegrino to Propaganda the Vicariato and English College, where Mr. English, v. Rector shewed us about. The students were in retreat under a Jesuit, the last day. Home at 12. After noon writing notes on Protestantism for P. Pellegrino. XXII Sun aft Pent. Nov 9. Went with P. Basilio to S. Agatha, said Mass and preached to the Irish Students 28, then to (73 cont.iii.) Propaganda and preached at 9 1/2 in Italian to the students 30; went to S. Maria in Popolo saw Mr. Crowther and Blew, then Ld. Shrewsbury at the Europa, then Monsgr Bernabo. Home to dine at 12 1/4. A deal of rain for many days back.
I went out at 7 with F. Alexander. Had a long talk with the General of the Capucins, P. Venaizio da Torino. Then we met Dr. Hughes, Bp. of Gibraltar at S. Isidore's, who took us in a carriage to the Gen of the Dominicans at the Minerva. We then went to the Card. Vicar. Then to the Quirinal where the compagno of the Maestro read thro' my paper. We came home at 12.
Lord Clifford came at 9 3/4, spoke with the Gen and me, and took me and F. Joseph after an early dinner in his carriage to Piazza di Spagna to see Mr. and Mrs. Vavasoeur and Mrs. Furze. Then F. Joseph and I went to the Quirinal, got the scritto from the Maestro S.P.A. to be signed by the Gen.l before he gives his approval. Then saw Princess Doria and Marchesa Campana, and home in rain at 4 1/4. Wrote to F. Eugene early.
Went out at 12 with P. Pellegrino. Got the paper signed by the Campana, called on Card.l Fornari (out), spoke to the boys at S. Maria in Aquiro. 43 boys pron****. He tried to buy some books; could not agree for them. Came home very lame at 5.
Went at 1/4 8 with P. Basilio to Propaganda. Preached to the English students on Ireland, called at S. Domenico Sis**** the Badessa 39 nuns. At the Scotch college tried to see Monsgr Barnabo and the Secretary of Indulgences, but no. Home at 12 1/2. I shewed the house to a Russian gentleman after dinner with F. Basil. Talked over affairs religious and civil of Russia.
At home all day. Rain and thunder in the forenoon. After dinner I was writing over again my saggio on Ireland.
Went with P. Basilio to Propaganda, saw Mongsr Barnabo, very gracious. Came home to dinner, and after it started again with P. Basilio to Monsgr Talbot to get my scritto presented. Called on father Colgan at S. Maria in ***********************. (74) SS. John and Paul Nov 16 1851. 15. Collegio Parmfili, Piazza Navona 8. SS. John and Paul 12. Dec 20 1851. 5 weeks. XXIII Sun aft Pent. Nov 16. Went with Fr. Liborio to the Scotch Coll. Said Mass after Mr. McKensie's; preached to the 12 students and breakfasted in Dr. Grant's room. Then called at S. Isidore's. F. Bergin the Guardian called the 3 students to the church, and I preached to them, 33, after vespers and camerata from Propaganda came. I walked with them in the garden.
Dined at 10 1/4 and went out with P. Pio, Rector of Pagliano till 5. Called on Princess Doria, Propay Plowdon and Cholmeley's bank. Mon. Barnabo at his home, and several places for him. Spec.n his dying Mother.
Went out at 7 1/2 with P. Raimond, Vice Master of Pagliano. Saw the Card Vicar, Mr. Kirch now Doctor etc. Came home at 11 1/4. After vespers with the Gen.l writing over again the short address before prayers.
The Gen.l gave me another copy of the address much improved, and went with Fr. Angelo to the Card Vicar with it, then to the Propaganda (Barnabo out). Dinscopp came to make 2 days retreat. Wrote to Dr. Murray.
Again early to Propaganda with Fr. Antonio; saw Card Fransoni and Barnabo, who gave me the rescript of new indulgences for the Association. Came home to dine, as FF. Gordon and Darnall were to meet me as they did. I sung vespers in the church as celebrant. I went with the 2 oratorians to S. Gregory's, but was turned back by rain.
Sung Mattins at 12 1/2, and High Mass at 9. Before it had a talk with Kinsopp. Vespers again at 2 1/2, after rain all day. At 5 officiated at the litanies and Benediction of the Relick. Translated my letter to Dr. Murray.
Started at 6 1/4 with P. Bonaventura to the Vatican. Saw Talbot who gave me back the greater scritto with the Pope's special benediction inscribed. We then said Mass at the tomb of the Apostles in cripto; breakfasted in Talbot's room; saw Mon.r Meraund and Hom*****; called on F. Spratt in S. Maria in Pocterula, then at Propaganda. Gave Barnabo my translation of the letter to Dr. Murray, and settled with Benolie about printing the address. Saw Princess Doria, home to dine at 2 1/2. XXIV Sun aft Pent Nov 23. Went with B. Luke to the English College. Said Mass, gave communion and preached to the students, among them Ch. Meynell, Ione Bennett etc. Home to dinner and off again directly after it with Fr. Bernard into the Maddelena where I preached to the children from the palco after the catechism. Then to S. Luigi de Francesi, where after vespers at 3, I preached in French, 35, and had a collection 20 Scud. After, home to supper.
Got a solid breakfast at 8 1/2 and went with Fr. Angelo begging, found few people at home (fine day); saw Ld. and (74 cont.i.) Ly Campden, Mr. Bianconi, Mrs. Englefield etc., home at 4 1/2. Dined at supper time. Called on the Gen of the Carthusians. Heard of Mich McMahon's death.
Rain again. Finished the copy of letter to Dr. Murray. The Gen fixed me to stay till after Xmas. Wrote to F. Eugene.
Went out at 7 3/4 with Fr. Angelo. Called on the Vavasours who gave 125 Sc. Duca Torlonia, Ly Campden etc. Got a cafe au lait given us in via Condotti. Home to dine at 2 1/2. Received a fine testimonial letter from Propaganda.
Went out as yesterday with Fr. Angelo. Saw Card Fransoni and Mgr. Barnabo to thank them. The Sherlocks, Mrs. Englefield who gave us bread and wine, Card Vicario etc. Corrected the press of the scritti at the Press. Home at 2 1/2.
Rain again; at home all day. Translated the scritto into English.
Went with Pad. Vicario Ludovico; saw Princess Doria in the corse, Mrs. Segrave, the Card Vicar, preached to 300 girls in a school. Home at 12 1/4. After vespers a long visit from Mr. Norman a Puseite clergyman. I went with P. Emidio to hear his opening of exercises in a little church. We went in a carriage and came back in it at 1/4 8. I Sun in Adv. Nov 30. High Mass and Exequise for Fr. Bonaventura dead. At 12 Prince Doria's carriage took me to S. Agnes, Piazza Navona. At 3 1/2 I gave an introductory lecture; at 4 the Veni Creator was sung and I gave a meditation on the Agony in the Garden applied to the evil of sin. The day was beautiful. There was a good audience, at 4 3/4 Benediction. I slept in a room occupied by B. Leonardo da Porto Maurizio.
Said Mass at 6 1/2. Dined with the students at 12. Preached at 3 1/2 on contrition, then on evil death. Supper at 7 1/2; a solitary day. Wrote my statement on the Irish for the Propaganda.
All the hours as yesterday. Preached on confession and the judgement. Corrected and copied my statement. Solitary day.
Solitary as yesterday, except one confession. Began a new statement for the Propaganda about my dealing with the Protestants. Preached on humility and on Hell.
Mr. Kirch, Abbe Gaffino and Don R. Natali called. Preached on prayer, and then at 4, words of Christ on the Cross, as topics for the mercy of God.
Dr. Kirch again with interesting matter. Preached on prayer again and the remaining words on the cross, for (74 cont.ii.) perseverance and a holy death. Finished my second letter to the Propaganda.
Some confessions. Preached on communion and the Dolours. Saw Mr. Manning, Asbrey de Vere and Hemans. II Sun in Adv. Dec 7. Some confessions. The day as usual. Preached on Paradise, Papal Benediction and Grand Benediction of B. Sacr.t. Dr. Kirch sat with me some time after all was over.
The Marchesa Campana sent a carriage to take me home at 9 1/2. I read my 2nd. letter for Propag.d to the General, corrected it and began to copy it after dinner. News came of Louis Napoleon's assuming power.
Went out with Fr. Antonio at 8 1/2. Saw Ld. Fielding etc near S. di Spagna. Then to the Vatican for Talbot's dinner time. Had breakfast at Ld. Fielding's, and bread and wine at Talbot's; home to dine at 5.
Dr. Kirch and Manning with his brother called. After dinner went with Fr. Antonio. Did very little till Mrs. Clifford helped late.
A long day's work with Fr. Antonio from 8 till 5. Began with Kinsopp, Eyre and Garside. Wine and bread at Mr. Tempest's, and at a benefactor's near Piazza Farnese. Saw Prince Torlonia.
Went in a carriage to preach at S. Andrea della Fratte in English for a triduo; hardly any one there, Deo gratias. Wrote to F. Eugene.
Went as yesterday to preach again in English. Giving notice of Italian for tomorrow. I saw Card Franzoni at the Propaganda and Barnabo shewing Manning and others thro' the college. Dr. Kirch called at 3 1/4. III Sun in Adv. Dec 14. Went as yesterday and preached in Italian to a fair number. Coming back overtook Mr. Harting, and brought him to dine with me. He is come to find evidence for Newman's cause, to come on in Febr.y. Ct. Stahelberg called.
I went out with B. Antonio; at 8 1/4 said Mass for Mrs. Englefield, then made a good day begging. Dinner at 5.
I went again with B. Antonio. We had a misto in the sick room of the same old cafetiere as Nov 26. Did very little good in begging, but had a fine talk with Card Fornari at 3. (No, this is a mistake). It was yesterday that we first saw Card. Fornari, and I sat up till near 11 writing out my paper on the Irish case for him. I finished it this morning and we did not start till later. I gave it to him at 1 1/2. Then called and saw Monsg.r Barnabo at his house. We had bread and wine at a fornaro near the Campo di Fiori, and got home to dine at 5 as (74 cont.iii.) usual. Spoke to Mad.me Dupres' maid who is becoming a Catholic.
Ember day. Went with B. Antonio again early. Begged about Piazza d'Spagna etc. Saw Mr. Bianconi, Marchesa Campana etc. Had bread and wine as the collation for the Fast day at a baker's father to the one of yesterday. We then went to the Vatican and found Monsg.r Talbot. Staid during part of his dinner, where there were Faber and Ballard and Gordon Filippini, and Mr. Harting, besides Mess.rs Case and Patterson. Came home to dine at 5. After supper time went into the recreation of the exercitanti, where was Mr. Anderton preparing for minor orders on Saturday and Mr. Laprimaudaya.
This was my day of silence and eating on the floor, so I staid in from begging. I had to speak with Dr. Smith of the Irish College who seems coming round about Ireland. After vespers we went in procession of penance, singing the litanies to S. Maria Maggiore and back, 50 in number. I wrote to Fr. Eugene a long letter.
Again with Br. Antonio. Saw Fr. Borghese and overbeck. We had our collation bread and wine at the English College in Dr. English's room. Mr. Cornthwaite the new rector out. Dinner at 5. Saw Princess Sta. Croce.
I was to have said Mass at Duke Marino Torlonia's at 10, forgot myself and said Mass at home. Went with Fr. Gelasio, made excuses there. Got a refusal from Pr. Piomoino, and made a blank day of begging but a bright day from a conversation with Monsg.r Barnabo. Home for the Novena Devotions and then dined. Had collation from Monsgr. Level at S. Luigi di Francesi. SS. John and Paul Dec 21 1851. 15. Marino 14. (75) SS. John and Paul 6. Jan 24 1852. 5 weeks. IV Sun in Adv. Dec 21. 52 years old. Staid at home all day. After my Mass heard 2 first Masses and another at 8. FF. Francis, Maurice, Dominic. Another was said at 9 1/2 by Fr. Giacomo. They were ordained yesterday. Young Mr. Vaughan came to dinner, I walked with him in the garden. Wrote to F. Eugene and F. Andrew and began a letter to my sister.
Went out at 8 with B. Lorenzo. Made some calls and got to Duca Marino Torlonia's at 10 to say Mass. Begged till 4 when we came home to the Novena; dined at 1/4 6. C*nstino at 3 at Count Bouto***lini's; saw Mr. Bridgeman. Tues dec 23. Dined at 10 1/4 and went out with Fr. Bernardo. Saw Count Spaur, Princess Doria, Monsg.r Barnabo, Car Fornari etc. At 4 1/2 got to the Vatican, and at 1/4 5 had my second audience of the Pope; proposed my wishes on Ireland, Rome, the Protestants and the quest**. All favourably entertained. We came home in a carriage from the Piazza to the 2nd. supper.
Ld. Clifford came at 8 1/2 and took me to S. Maria Maggiore, where his son was to say Mass. Saw Count Spee there. Came back in the carriage alone. Dr. Kirch called. I staid in for confessions. The Riddells, Mad. Schwartz, Irish Dane etc. came. Went to bed at 7; up at 11 for mattins and midnight Mass. The General celebrant. Fr. Vincent arrived from England.
Xmas. I said my 3 Masses at 5 1/2. P. Pio sung last Mass. I joined in an hour's common walk. Count Spaur called.
Got some breakfast at 8 and went with F. Vincent to F. Gordon, 192 Corso who was ill. Then to Propaganda; saw Monsgr. Barnabo who promised to speak of my matters to the Pope. Back to F. Gordon and Mr. Harting, then to Lady Fielding and had crustino; the to S. Maria Magg. to see Pad Maestro Borgia (Dominican) about Achilli. Back to dine at 4.
S. John Ev. Heard Mass sung in *in at 10. After dinner went with F. Vincent to Monsgr. Talbot. At 2 1/2 talked with him and Mr. Harting about Newman's affairs. Went for 3/4 into the church and came back to the Sala Regia. We kissed the Pope's foot at 4 1/2 in a room as he passed. He said Oremus pro Anglia ut revertatur ad cor. Home at 5 1/2. Sun inf oct. Dec 28. Talked to the General and F. Vincent. Duca Torlonia called in recreation. Esame by F. Ignatius. Mr. Harting came and took F. Vincent to see one of the women from Viterbo witness against Achilli.
Got some breakfast and at 9 1/2 went out with Br. Luigi the ortolano. We went 1st. with F. Vincent to Mr. Harting's, whence he was to start for Viterbo, then to Propaganda; begged about, finishing at the English college where we found them after vespers. Kissed the relic of S. Thomas. (75 cont.i.) Home and dined at 1/4 6. I saw the Gen.l of the Capuchins who promised me a letter of recommendation.
Got breakfast and out with Fr. Luigi at 8 1/4. Saw Card Fornari after 2 hours anti camera, but he was very kind. Then called on Barnabo to tell him. Thurby gave us bread and wine.
Breakfast and went out with Fr. Luca. Called on Ld. Overstone at Serny's, and Mr. Manning etc. Coffee at S. Claudio from the Polish Priests of the Resurrection who have the church de l'Assumption at Paris. Home to Te Deum. I woke and was up at midnight as on former years. -----------------------------------------------------------------
At home all day. Father Rector gave Esame. Mr. Norman came after vespers, then Manning etc.
I went out at 8 1/2 with Fr. Vitaliano. Saw Card Ozioli and Prince Torlonia. Crustino at the Anima; presented by Monsgr. Talbot to Card Antonelli who promises an introduction to the nuns at Vienna. Home to dine at 1/4 6.
Lord Clifford took me and Fr. Vitaliano in a carriage to Ara Coeli; heavy rain. We walked on, saw Mr. Furze etc. Came to Ld. Clifford's room at the Minerva and had coffee after a dinner party of his. He brought us home in the carriage.
At 10 F. Pio, F. Enidio and Albino dined and then set off in a carriage to Marino. We stopped at the convent of Augustinians till a procession came. Then F. Enidio gave a little address and we went singing to the church where he preached the introduction. We were lodged in the house of the Abbate, adjoining the great church of S. Barnabas.
We got up at 3 1/2; said Mass at 4 1/2. Then F. Albino gave catechism. We went out to see the governator who talked away 1 1/2 hour. Then our Benefactor of 76 years in bed. Dined at 12. I wrote and read and talked till the Catechism by Fr. Pius. Sermon by F. Enggdinus and oratorio publico out of doors by F. Albinus.
Hours of instruction as yesterday; no oratorio. The Franciscan Guardian of Palazzolo dined with us. I heard some confessions.
At 10 hear F. Pius's first riforma to the clergy in the Sacristy. I heard some women in the church. The rule is men till 8, then women till 12. After dinner, men only from 2 till 8. Then supper and to bed. Followed the procession of Penance again and the oratorio public with F. Albinus.
As yesterday, but no procession. P. Antonino vicar of Monte Cavi called. (75 cont.ii.)
As yesterday. At night after sermon on Hell the Madonna brought in in procession.
Busy about confessions; day as yesterday. I determined to give myself to confessions, and not mind hearing the sermons any more. Sun in oct Epiph. Jan 11. An interesting day of confessions. After the Gospel of the High Mass I preached for England. After dinner I went to hear the confessions of the prisoners. Coming home and finding leisure I wrote to Br. John, Mrs. Canning, and Mr. Philp.
I heard confessions till 8 when Lord Clifford took me in a carriage to Rome. We stopped at SS. John and Paul 10 min. The General was out. Then went to S. Andrea della Valle, just in time for me to preach an English sermon for the ottavario of the Epiphany (Agg. 1.). Ld. Clifford took me directly again to SS. John and Paul where I dined. He went back to Rome and at 2 1/2 took me up with Pad. Basilio and back to Marino by 5. I heard confessions till 8. P. Basilio had part of my bed.
Confessions of men till 10, then women till 12. From 2 1/2 till 6 confessions at the prison. Came back to hear the end of P. Ennidio on scandal, with crown of thorns etc. A little more confessions of men.
A full long day of confessions. Felt myself a little feverish.
Confessions all morning. After dinner to the Gaol; made a little discourse. At night attended the sermon on the obstinate with the ceremony of sending away the crucifix and the madonna, and the meditation on the death of Christ with the return of the Madonna in black and the peacemaking. F. Enyddius and *** Sig.r Abbate begged pardon.
Went after breakfast to the Gaol for the reconciliation of the prisoners, who then had communion by Canon** Terribili from the church opposite. Then women's confesions till after 12, and men till night, except attending the meditation with the taking down Xt. from the cross and the procession for the burial.
Reconciliation of women from 5 1/4 till 12; then general communion. Confessions of men from 2 till 9. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 18. Reconciliations of men from 5 till 12, then diner. Then F. Pius, F. Ludovico who came today from Rome, and F. Albino set off for the opening of the mission at Albano. F. Basilio and I went with them in the carriage till we met Ld. Clifford and King at Castello, and with them drove in to Rome.
Went at 9 1/2 with P. Bonaventura to Propaganda. (75 cont.iii.) Card Orioli, Card Vicar, Dr. Kirch, where we had wine etc., and who went with us to the Vatican, where we saw the Pope to ask for another audience. He desired me to write a memorial.
Went out at 6 1/2 with F. Gaspare. We said Mass at S. Andrea della Frate, I at the altar of the Ratisbonne miracle of which this is the anniversary. I heard some confessions there. We were at home for dinner. After dinner I began to write my memorial.
I went with F. Alessandro to say Mass by invitation at the Sacramentarie of Monte Cavallo, and to speak to the Nuns thro' the grate. We were home at 9 1/2. Before night I finished the rough copy of my memorial and looked it over with the General, and then with F. Pellegrino. Mr. Gilbert Talbot called at 3 1/2 and walked with me in the garden.
I stopped in copying my scritto for the Pope. Said Mattins in the garden. Saw the American Propagand ******.
Could not get a companion in the morning, so worked at Da Bergamo. Directly after dinner went with P. Gaspare to Card Vicario and Card For****. It was very wet.
Raining all day. I did a deal of work at Da Bergamo. A long talk with P. Silvestro. N.B. Lay Brothers (in kitchen) Benedetto, Fortunato. (Weavers) Liborio, Littinio, Martino, Giorgio, Vitaliano. (Tailors) Bernardino, Lorenzo, Bernard. (Porters) Francesco, Camillo, Gauseppi, Antonio. (Infirmarian) Gabrielle. (Questuanti) Luca, Angelo. (Companions to Do.) Antonino, Gasparino. (Garden) Terenziano, Luigi. (Caffeteria) Francesco. (Reffetorio) Marcellino, Galario. (Sacristia) Luigi. (76) S. John and Paul. Jan 25 1852. 7. Diligence 2. Ritiro di Recanati 2. Morrovalle 3. Termo 3. Morrovalle 1. Recanati 2. Ancona 2. Steamer 1. Trieste 3. Stellwagen 1. R.W. 1. Gratz 3. R.W. 1. Vienna 3. Febr 28 1852. 5 weeks. III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 25. At home all day writing Da Bergamo. Walked in the garden after vespers with Dr. Kirch and Conte Spee.
Went out with Fr. Bernarde, saw Monsgr. Barnabo who gave me 100 scudi from the Pope. Called on Mr. Manning, Miss Edmonds etc. Met Dr. Gregory at the Propaganda, went with him to Lord Clifford where we had wine and bread.
Went with Br. Angelo early to the Vatican by the Lungara. Stopped a good while with Talbot at breakfast; saw Card Antonelli; and met Mr. Harting and Mr. Rhodes at Talbot's. Called on Mrs. Englefield. Had wine and bread at the English College, where I saw Tom Bennett ill.
Went with F. Gaspare at 9 to the Card Vicar; saw him a moment. We had bread and wine at Mrs. Ramsden's, 47 Piazza di Spagna. Card Fornari a moment. Dr. Kirch. Home tired.
Early by the Lungara to Mons.r Talbot with Br. Bernardo. Then Card Fornari a minute or two, after an hour and half ante camera. Father Colgan got refused the visa of the Passport at the Austrian Legation. Called on Ld. and Ly Campden; had wine and bread there. Saw Card Fransoni. Home to 5 1/4.
Dined with F. Sylvester at 9 1/2 and went out. Called on Card Piccolomini, Mrs. Englefield, Card Fornari and Talbot who took us to another audience of the Pope in his own room. He granted that Talbot should stir Rome and Card Fornari should be protector of the work. Coming back called on Barnabo at Pal. Sacrissanti.
Went with P. Bonaventura to Propaganda to get my Passport from Card Fransoni. Home at 12; dined in ripose time after vespers and came ****lis. Wrote to F. Eugene. Called with the General etc. At 6 went with Domenico to the office of the Dilligenza, and at 7 started for Recanati. IV Sun aft Epiph. Feb 1. Arrived at Terni about 12, where I said Mass in a little chapel near the uffizii. Then dined with the passengers and travelled on. I was in the cabriolet with the Condottiere and his brother. I had one long walk to warm my feet.
I took a long walk ahead to warm my feet early. I said Mass at 9 1/2 in a lone church near one of the post stations. We then passed thro' Tolentino to Macerata and dined there at 4 1/4. At 5 1/2 went on and I got down at 7 1/2 at our ritiro of Recanati to sleep.
Said Mass in Prime and Tierce; spoke to the Provincial P. Simon and to the students. After Riposo went with the first consultor to the town of Recanati. Visited some (76 cont.i.) convents etc to speak of England. Back to supper.
Walked with the Provincial to Recanati, where we found ready a little carriage which took us to Morrovalle, 12 miles by road, carriage road. P. Marco the rector received us.
Worked till dinner at translating what remains of Da Bergamo. After vespers P. Simone opened the visita. Then we had a walk together to near the town.
Before dinner Da Bergamo. After dinner and vespers went with the rector (Bourlic's brother) to the town. Visited the convents of the Zoccolanti and Cappuccins, and the Vicaria Foraneo.
P. Marco took me in a little carriage to Fermo, 21 miles. We stopped at Porto di Civita Nuova. He paid all (15 Paus). We reached Fermo at 1. Tried to get received by Conte Bernetti our Benefactor, but could not get in. We were received most kindly by the Filippini (P. Luigi the rector). After some dinner P. Filippo took us to see Card de Angelis, Archbp, and Prince of Fermo who was very kind and promised to do all he could for England. Home to supper at 8. Wrote some Da Bergamo before going to bed. Septuag Sun. Feb 8. We had Br. Antonio for guide. Said Mass both at the Monastero of S. Gi***iano. Visited the sisters of charity, Domenicans and another convent before dinner at 12. After dinner the Capuccine. The Filippini have the 40 ore begun today. We came home for the Benediction before closing for the night.
Said Mass at home. Visited the Card.l again at 11. After diner went to the Zaccolanti a community of 52 Friars, with Provincial and P. Bernardino, the Cardinal's Teologo. Then to the Jesuits where P. Sopranis (See Sep 9) is rector. At the Ave Maria I preached a short address to the seminarists.
At 8 we parted from the good oratorians and went in a little carriage to Morrovalle a shorter way, stopping at S. Giusto where we visited a convent of Benedictine nuns. I finished my 5 years work of translating Da Bergamo.
Before dinner wrote to F. Eugene to enclose the Da Bergamo which I have just done. After dinner went with Pasquale the Garzone on foot (I riding for the 1st time in the habit) to Recanati. We tried to ford a river but it was too deep, and so some time was lost. Thus we were 4 hours going 7 miles, and I got pretty stiff and cold with the bare feet hanging.
Wrote journal; a letter, and talked till dinner. Gave esame; rode with F. Valentine the rector to Recanati, visited the convent of the Sorella del Sacre Cuore. Preached at Ave Maria to 56 seminarists. Home to supper. Took leave of students and Professed. (76 cont.ii.)
At 5 1/2 went to Recanati on horse back with P. Valentino, and after waiting till past 7 for the vetturino we started in a legno for Loreto. Said Mass in the Santa Casa, saw the Bishop and the Comissario. Dined at 12 with the Conventuali of whom the rector is P. Pietro Giuffrida. (Fr*nde Penitentiary Prospero Lalande). P. Steffano Rossi came to see me off for Ancona in a vettura with the Secretary of the Bishop. I was taken in by the Dominicans. Called on the Bishop at 7. Went to sup at 8 1/2.
Went out with a brother at 9 to see about passport etc. After dinner went with Cynomico Gariboldi to the 2 convents of Clarisse and one of Canonesses. Said office in his room at the seminary, and at 7 preached to the seminarists (70 in No.) Came home to supper. Sexag Sun. Feb 15. At 8 1/2 preached a 1/4 of an hour to the congregation de *ercanti in an oratory at the seminary. Then to the scuolaresca; 90 boys upstairs. Called on the Bp. Saw the Cathedral with the Madonna and preached at 12 1/2 at the Gesu (Seminary church). Dined alone at the seminary, and then took my goods from the Dominican convent and embarked in the steamer for Trieste; started at 3.
Kept pretty well. Reached Trieste at 7 3/4. Said Mass at S. Antonio Vecchio. Kindly received by Mgr. Legat the bishop, and lodged. Saw the Director of Police. Dined at 2 with the Bishop, his secretary and concelliere. Supped at 9. Wrote to Mgr. Talbot and Dr. Cullen.
I went at 12 to Count Winfen the Luogo Tenente, a regular Austrian Governor. After dinner went to visit the curati of the 4 churches, the Cathedral (S. Justus), The Jesuits, S. Antonio Nuovo, and S. Antonio Vecchio.
Wrote a letter for the univers. Made a few calls alone. ***** old lady Mad Peper. Benedictine nuns 25. Wrote to Br. John.
Dined alone at 1. Saw Contessa Wenfen. At 3 took stellwagen for Laibach. Travelled with a Friburg Jesuit.
Got to Laibach at 7 1/2. Said Mass at the Franciscans and dined at 12. F. Beneventus visited a convent of nuns (33). Got some subscriptions among the clergy only; till the police called me up and sent me off. I took R.W. at 7 1/2 for Gratz; very cold night.
Got to Gratz at 6. Said Mass at the seminary. Prof.r Schlor sent me in a car to the Carmelites; dined at 11. The Prior, F. Dominicus took me to make some calls in the town begging; successfully. It gave me good hopes. Quinqu. Sun Feb 22. Talked to the Prior and wrote German till dinner. After vespers went about the town with a good priest (76 cont.iii.) begging from Clergy. Visited the sisters of Charity (90). Got home after seven. The convent is a good way out of town.
Went into town with F. Johann; visited Ursulines (39) (500 girls) and begged. At 12 spoke to the seminarists in Latin; dined there. Then with F. Dominic (Rector) begged. Preached in French to the girls at the Sacre Coeur, whence we came home in a carriage given us. Good begging.
Said Mass at 8 for the Carmelite nuns. After breakfast and dinner went into town with F. Johann. Visited these nuns, a lady visiting in a house where Henry Bridgeman had been, the Mi***sites etc. Came back for supper till a carriage came for me. Took R.W. at 5 1/2 for Vienna. Journey paid by a benefactor.
Reached Vienna about 6. Went by omn.s to the Capuchins. Received the Ashes at 7 and said Mass. Called on Mongr. Viale the Nuncio. Dined with him at 4. Came home and read German.
At 10 removed my bags to the Nuntio's house to lodge (Am*****) went with him to an Italian church for a Quadragesimali sermon. Then called on Comte Th** Ministri di culti and Comte Fr***. Dined at 4. Made some calls alone, but found no one.
Mass in the oratory at 6 1/2, and served that of the ***tore. Went with a servant guiding me to call on the Head of the Police, Mon.r Pilat, Dr. Scigerdi etc. Mr. Phillipps, young Prince Od****in dined here. At 6 I saw the Archbishop. He received me graciously.
Saw Count O'Donnell, Lord Westmoreland etc. before dinner. After went with the secretary to a good Polish family ----------------------------------------------------------------- Students left at Rome. Francesco di S. Filomena, Liborio di s. Luigi. Maurizio di s. Luigi. D Conisio di S. Anne, Domenico dell Annunzione. Giacomo di S. Giuseppe. Francesc Giuseppe di Maria Vergina. Ottaviano di S. Giuseppe. Leone di Gesu Nazar***. ******* di S. Giacinto. Giuseppe dell Addorata (Michele di S. Giuseppe). Luigi di S. Gio Battista. Bernaba di S. Gio. ***********
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Prague 2. Dresden 2. Hanover 1. Cologne 1. R.W. to Liege 1. Malines 1. R.W. and steamer 1. Hyde 2. 5 weeks. I Sun in Lent Feb 29. The Nuntio confirmed an English girl convert at 8 1/2, preaching in german. We had a fine breakfast. I made visits with Abt. Mislin from 10 till 12 1/2, then with the Secretary. At 6 went alone. Had tea with Mlle Langeneau. Saw young Mr. Ingram at Count H*mp***'s and Mr. Donin.
I went to Mr. Donin, who took me to the Bp. of Gratz. Saw Mr. Jarcke etc. A long waiting in the Burgh in vain. At 7 went with the secretary to Mad.me Cuboya. A great talk about Ireland.
I went in the Nunzio's carriage with young M. Pilat to the Salesian convent. Said Mass and addressed the girls. 66 nuns, 60 girls. Saw Prince Metternich etc. At 2 went with the Nuntio to Comtesse Collaredo. At 3 1/2 a Bishop elect for Hungary professed the faith and dined with us, with several Hungarian clergy. At 8 Mr. Ingram called.
Went to Mr. Donin at 8 1/2, saw the seminary, then to the Hungarian seminary. Saw Miss March the Lichetenstein governess etc. At 6 1/2 saw the Empress Mother in the Schweizer Hof.
I went to the K. K. Mad chen Pensionat, and spoke a good while to the co*** then a long talk with Comtessa Esterharzy in Bauer *arkt etc. Went with the Nuntio at 5 to dine with Comte Colleredo.
Said Mass at 8 for Miss Frauer who is ill. I went to Leopoldstat to see Mr. Parth the Fleisch**her. Came home to go with the Nuntio to Princess Metternich's Mother. After dinner at home writing an address for the Kat. Verci**.
Went in the carriage at 10 to *unt Colleredo to say Mass. Came back to see Mr. Florencourt at the Nuntio's, then out again at 6 to Miss Marsh's at Lichestein Hof. Saw the Prince and Princess and Comtess Kinski. II Sun in Lent Mar 7. Staid in till 11 writing my speech for Tuesday. Then went with the Nuntio to the Italian sermon on the Judgement. Again with him to the Archbishop's, where he set me down to dine at 2. I was fetched back. I went at 4 to Mr. Jarlka and looked over some of the discourse, then Phillipps, to Miss Marsh, and *************** to tea.
Went to say Mass at the Mechitariet convent and saw the house, tried the Palaces of Prince Esterhazy. Heard a Mass in S. Charles. Corrected my discourse for an hour and half with Dr. Phillipps who dined with us, as well as the Bishop of Grosswardein and others. (77 cont.i.)
Said Mass in the chapel of S. Stanislas, and after me the Uditore Valengiani. At 12 1/2 went in the carriage to the Burgh and saw the Arch Dutchess Sophie. Then dined with M. Parth the good butcher, Leopoldstadt. At 5 attended a meeting of the Severimus Verein and delivered my address on England in German, corrected by Mr. Jarcke and Phillipps.
I saw Baron Werner etc. Visited the Minorites and 3 Hungarian Bishops dined with us. At 6 half an hour with Mr. Jarcke.
Called at Pal Lichtenstein and saw Pr. Esterhazy. Saw the Emperor arrive from Triest. At 2 1/2 Count Thom at 3 1/2 *************** from Archduke Karl the Emperor's brother. After dinner visited the Archbishop.
Visited the Capucins. Heard the Italian sermon; waited in Prince Schwartzenburg's anti camera 2 hours in vain. After dinner saw Mr. Jarcke and Count O'Donnell. Came home in snow.
Saw Mr. Parth, Card Schwarzenburg etc. After dinner at 8 went with Monsgr Mislin to Malfatti's. III Sun in Lent. Mar 14. Countess Kinski called in the morning. I went to the Italian sermon. At home at night.
Went on foot to the brothers of S. John of God etc. At 11 had an audience from Archduke Franz Karl, then went in the carriage to the sisters of mercy, Mr. Schwarz etc. In the evening was writing a memorial for the Katolian Vercin.
Went at 8 to Mr. Donin. Heard High Mass in S. Stefan; finished my memorial. At 3 1/2 went in the carriage to the Waybishes of Genner, and at 4 dined with Mr. Schwarz, American consul. At 8 visited the Malfatti's again.
At 10 I went to the Burg, and after waiting an hour and 1/4, I had an audience from the Emperor, only 3 or 4 minutes but very pleasing. Then waited an hour and 1/4 on Count Than in vain, saw Kolunbus the K.K. confessor.
Went in the carriage an hour at 10 1/2. At 12 saw Prince Esterhazy. Comtess Potoski's English maid etc. After dinner saw Miss Marsh at the Liechtenstein Palace. (Furet Louis etc.).
Made several parting visits. After dinner went in the carriage to the train and started at 7 for Breslau.
Reached Breslau at 3. Took a cab to the Cardinal's; lodged at the seminary. Spoke to the Cardinal at 4. IV Sun in Lent Mar 21. Said Mass in the Dom at 7. Heard a sermon there at 9 and then High mass. After dinner went about (77 cont.ii.) visiting and begging with two guides. Dined at 12 at the seminary. Supped there at 9 1/2.
Said Mass at the Dom at 5 3/4. At 8 1/4 took R.W. 3rd class to Dresden. Went to the Bishop's (Dietrichs). He was out and I got some dinner at a house outside, then found the Bishop, who gave me lodging and spoke with me two hours very kindly.
Said Mass in the church. Called on Count Stolburg, Ct. Galen etc. Dined at 11 1/2 and took R.W. to Prague at 1 1/4 along the banks of the Elbe. Reached Prague at 9 1/2. Got in to sleep at the Kneuz Hernn, having rang in vain at the seminary.
Saw the Gross Meister after Mass. Went to the Burg to see Ct. Bonbel, Grand Meister of the Emperess Mary Ann, but he was away. Came back and went again with a seminarist to see Dom Bragado the Emperor's confessor, who undertook to get me the audience. The Emperor's confessor took me to the Carmelite nuns and the sisters of charity. I came back to dine alone; went with the Spiritual of the seminary to see Mad.lle Chanowska and heard a little of Father Veit's preaching. At 6 1/2 spoke to the seminarists in German. At 8 a third time at the Burg; had an audience from Emperor Ferdinand and Emperesss Mary Ann.
Set off to the Dom Kirche at 5 1/2, said Mass at the tomb of S. John Nepom**cene. At 10 3/4 took R.W. to Dresden; got in at 5 1/2. Ct. Stolberg's boys tutor met me. The Bishop was gone away. I got dinner at the Count's; slept at the Bishop's.
Went out at 12 to Ct. Galen and Pr. **artorinski, all out. At 2 1/2 dined with Ct. Stolberg. At 5 1/2 had audience of Prince John. He did not agree to introduce me to the King. So I went back to Ct. Stolberg to tea, and went home at 9 to start tomorrow.
Said Mass at 4. At 6 took R.W., stopped in Leipsig from 9 1/2 till 12. Went to see the Catholic Pastor, and dined at the station. Stopped an hour at Magdeburg about 6; got collation, looked at the old Cathedral. Got to Hanover at 9 1/2. Found my way to the Catholic church, and was received kindly to lodge by the two priests (Robb and Zibald Qu?). V Sun in Lent (Pass.n). Said Mass at 7. R.W. at 9 to Cologne, got there at 9 1/2, and got in happily at Kaplan Reusch's to sleep.
Mass at 7. Saw Miss Whiteford, Prof. Muller, Bp. Baudry. Dined at 12 with Miss Whiteford. At 3 saw the Cardinal. At 8 went to Prof Muller's where there was a large party. Started from the Germansdur Hof to the station. At 11 1/2 R.W. to Liege.
Reached Liege at 3 1/2. Got to the Benedictines (77 cont.iii.) (see June 24) and said Mass. Then found Mr. Philp, walked about with him. We dined with Monsgr Neven at 1 3/4, having waited from 12 1/2. At 5.20 R.W. to Malines; was received at the seminary.
Mass at 6 at the Cathedral. After, a good talk with the President for two hours. Saw the Cardinal at 9; at 10 1/2 got dinner at the seminary and I was taken by the President to the station. At 11.35 R.W. to Lille. Supped at the Freres Chretiens. At 6 1/2 R.W. to Calais where I embarked on a French steamer at 10.
At 12.10 landed at Dover, having been ordered to return ai primi di Aprile. At 2 R.W. to London; express got in at 4 1/2. Went to St. George's; Mass at 6 1/2. Saw Bp Grant, then took bus to Card Wiseman's; saw him and went on at 10 1/2 from the Green man to the Hyde. Found only B. Casimir. Dined and took a riposo. At 4 took a walk round the houses of our friends. At home at 1/4 8. Found B. John come and 2 young Reddins. F. Andrew has set off.
Mass at 8. Mr. Walker took me to town. Saw F. Gaudentius and Aloysius at Spanish Place. Went to dine with Mr. Reddin near Southwark Bridge. Called at the oratory and Card Wiseman's. Mr. Walker took me to Mr. Jackson's at Hampstead, and so home by 7 1/2.
Mass at 6. Began to get into order at home; did not go out. Wrote to F. Eugene and F. Leonard long letters. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Recenati Rect Valentino. Vic Basilio. Lect Ubaldo. Dir Lorenzo. Gianbattista. Stud.s Bartholomeo ill. Sebastiano, Pietro Paulo, Filippe, Gianchesa. ---- Morrovall Rect Marco. Maes Erasmo. V. Maest Serafino. Vicar Tomaso. Andrea, Raffaele, Giuseppe, Vittore. (78) The Hyde. Ap 4 1852. 10. Bernard St. 1. S. Wilfrid's 2. Broadway 17. Hyde 5. Maze Pond 1. Hyde 1. Golden Squ 1. The Hyde 3. 6 weeks. Palm Sunday Ap 4. I said two Mases at 8 and 10 1/2, and preached after blessing the Palms at the 2nd. Spoke to Mr. Harting and Mr. Kelly about our perplexities over the building. In the evening I went with B. John to Mr. Rouse's and had tea.
Took a walk alone at 4 to Brennan's and the school. Wrote a letter to the General.
Went off with Mr. Walker to Kilburn, then by bus to Spanish Place. Called on Mrs. Thistlethwaite at 1. At 2 dined at Spanish Pl. Called on Mrs. Canning at 11 King Street. Walked to Kilburn, and home with Mr. Walker.
F. Joseph came to dine and staid a few hours. Went back to Bermondsey. F. Aloysius came in time for tenebrae at 5 1/2. He and I went after supper to Mr. Hall's. Had a brisk talk about England. Lost our way as we were coming home, reached at 11.
I went with Mr. Rouse in his gig to Kilburn, then by bus to Moorfields, where at 10 1/2 instead of 9 the Cardinal sung Mass and blessed the oils. I was one of the Deacons. At 12 1/2 I went off and happened to call at a Catholic house, Mr. Dinnori's the stationers, who gave me dinner. Walked home from Paddington for tenebrae. To bed at 8 1/2. Good Fri Ap 9. I had my 2 hours watching from 12. At 10 1/2 performed the service and said the Mass of the Presanctified, F. Aloysius preached. Wrote to F. Eugene. Frank went for the oils to Golden Squ. Tenebrae at 5 1/2.
Up at 4. Discipline and medit.n till 5, then busy preparing for the service till 8. It went thro' well, I celebrated. Charles Turner called after dinner, and Mr. Reddin came. F. Joseph came home from Bermondsey at 5. Easter Sun Ap 11. I said Mass at 8, preached after 10 o'clock Do. We all 5 went to dine with Mr. Hall. At 3 1/2 Benediction; I preached again. All but F. Joseph went to tea with Mr. Rouse.
I said Mass at 4 1/2. Walked to Mr. Jackson at Hampstead. Mr. Herbert went with me to Mr. Morell's (dying), and to town in the bus. I got dinner at Ld. Arundel's; a long talk with him. Home by Derry at 7.
Went with Mr. Walker to Kilburn and took bus. Card Wiseman out. saw Mr. Kelly, 23 Thaoies Inn. Lunched at 31 St. James's Squ with Ly Lyttelton and children. Heard of Georgiana Spencer's death on Friday. Called at Floris's; then by water to Mr. Reddin, whom I waited for very long. After tea there he sent me in a gig to Bernard St where I slept. Mrs. Wilkinson was there. I very sleepy. (78 cont.i.)
Mass at 5. 6 1/2 R.W. from Euston Squ to Tamworth. 10 3/4 saw Mr. Kelly. At 11 3/4 R.W. to Burton. 12 1/4 at 12 3/4 3rd. class to Oakmoor. Walked to S. Wilfrid's; found F. Eugene in bed. Wrote to my brother; translated a piece for F. Eugene.
Regular day. Talked to F. Eugene; wrote letters. After vespers a walk with F. Raphael, Gaudentius and Charles.
Regular day. Talked on to F. Eugene - letters.
At 5 Stephen's coach to Broadway 7 1/2. I had with me Augustine Carr from Belfast going as novice. Low Sun Ap 18. Mass at 5 1/2. After 10 o'clock Mass preached on perseverance. Gave catechism and Benediction at 3.
I took the duties of Master of Novices; held conferences with them and F. Leonard.
Had a long letter from and wrote a long one to F. Eugene about S. Joseph's affairs. F. Salvian took B. Philip to S. Wilfrid's.
F. Vincent and I went after vespers to see Mr. and Mrs. Moore and had tea.
After vespers gave exame. Took the novices a walk to the Monument and back.
Regular. Called with F. Vincent on Mr. Varley.
Regular. II Sun aft East Ap 25. Hours as last Sun. I preached on the conversion of England.
F. Eugene agrees to my going to France. F. Vincent went to Woodchester to see Bp. Nicholson.
Regular. Wrote a tracia for F. Bernard on humility. I have written others also.
Started with F. Bernard to see a dying woman at Buckland. Heard she was dead so we turned back.
Walked with novices to Buckland, and thro' a beautiful wood. Br. Laurence was clothed at 2 1/2. I officiated and preached. B. Charles (Ockenham) not well.
Regular. Rain after much drought. (78 cont.ii.)
Regular day. F. Vincent came home at night with f. Salvian. III Sun aft East May 2. Patronage of S. Joseph. I preached on s. Joseph at 10 o'clock Mass; F. Vincent sung it solemnitor. I gave catechism at 3 and preached at 7, F. Vincent giving Benediction. Br. Charles in danger of inflammation of the bowels.
Br. Charles better. I was too late for the coach to Oxford at 9 1/2. Walked with F. Leonard to Saintbury etc.
Took Stephens's coach to Cheltenham, Mrs. Gibbons in it. Lunched at Mr. Kendals and Dukes at Cheltenham. R.W. at 12 1/2 to London. Bus to Kilburn, walked home.
Went with Mr. Walker to London. Saw Mr. Kelly, dined at Ld. Arundel's; saw **** in his bedroom, where he was to be out of the way. Bus to Kilburn, walked home.
Mr. Walker drove me to Hampstead for a conference with Mr. Kelly and Jackson about the building. Attended the dirge for Mr. Morel. Dined at Mr. Parkinson's, saw Mr. Collingridge. Wrote to F. Eugene and Dr. Cullen at Mr. Stanfield's where I had tea. Walked home by 8.
A long talk over the crusade with F. Joseph who went off for Manchester. Mr. Bird called at 4.
I walked to Kilburn, was invited in by Mr. McDonough on the way. Took bus to Oxford St. Called on Mrs. Canning and dined there. Then called on Mr Ch. Walker, Mr. Carr, Dr. Maguire etc. Met Spencer Lyttelton, very cordial. IV Sun aft East May 9. I said Mass at 8; preached on S. Joseph after 10 o'clock Mass. Mr. Colgan called from Dr. Whitty to know about Froidmont. I received a French Prot.t Lady (Mad. Du Banville) into the Church after Benediction. Mich.l Feeny drove me in Mr. Hall's little carriage to Kilburn and I went by bus to Webb St and preached a long sermon about England. Slept at the Capuchin house, Maze Pond.
Mass at 6. Went to breakfast at Mr. Reddin's who had had a fire last night. Went by steamer to Hungerford St. By bus to Gloster Coffee House; then by Derry's to S. Joseph's. Wrote to F. Eugene and the General. Master Scott was there to dine.
After dinner visits from F. Louis (Capucin) and Joseph Herbert (late Br. Joseph, Trappist), who came with me walking as far as Kilburn. I took bus to London, dined with Dr. Maguire, Mr. Oakley and Taggart. Preached in Warwick St. at 8 on England; a good number there. Went to the Cardinal's party and slept there. (78 cont.iii.)
Said Mass at 7 1/2. Mrs Barry (84 Avenue des Champs Eleysees Paris) was confirmed. I went with the Cardinal and Searle to Mortlake for the opening of the church. Bp. Grant sung Mass, the Card preached. Luncheon at Ly Mostyn's in a tent. Back by 5 1/2. Bus to Kilburn; walked home by 7 3/4.
Busy at home till dinner. After vespers, with F. Aloysius went to the school and to Mrs. Hall. Got home for complin.
Regular day. Began a long letter to F. Eugene.
Regular day. After vespers went down to the Welsh Harp with letters. The Hyde May 16 1852. 1. Islington 1. The Hyde 1. (79)
The Hyde 4. Bernard St 1. Sedgley Park 7. Aston 2. S. Chad's 1. The Hyde 3. Bernard St 1. The Hyde 3. Mrs. Canning's, King St 1. The Hyde 2. Bernard St 1. Blendworth 4. The Hyde 1. 5 weeks. V Sun aft East May 16. Mass at 8; preached on prayer after 10. We had 4 guests to dinner. Mr. Jo and James Beech, Mr. Ball and Mr. De Bauneville; his mother was also here. After benediction Feeney took me in Mr. Hall's carriage to Kilburn with Mr. Ball. We took busses to Islington. I preached a long sermon there after 7 o'clock vespers. Slept at Mr. Oakley's.
At 7 1/2 Mass. At 9 procession of litanies. At 10 called on Mr. Kyne, then Kelly, then my sister and lunched there, then F. Dalgairns, Mad.me De Bauneville. Got home by 6 1/2; bus to Kilburn, then walked. F. Louis de Lavegna came to stay a few days.
I wrote letters. At 4 started to Mr. Martinez, Belsize Hou. Dined with him, on hopes given by B. John of a large gift. Nothing came. I went to sleep at Mr. Jackson's. Had a good talk about England's conversion with him and Miss Doyle.
Mass in the chapel at 7. Wrote letters till 12 1/2, then walked home.
We sung Mattins. I said Mass at 6. Bryan Stapleton came to see me, and Mr. Darley who dined. I preached on Heaven after 10 o'clock Mass. We had solemn vespers and Benediction at 3 1/2.
Went in with Mr. Walker to London to try and see the Card.l, but he was out. I dined at Mad.me de Bauneville's and walked all the way home in time for the Novena devotions. Sat may 22. Spoke to F. Louis who went back to London. Instructed 2 Irish girls, conference etc. VI Sun aft East. May 23. Preached on scandal. After Benediction went with Brennan to Kilburn, thence took bus to Holborn and walked to Rosoman St. Mr. Richardson with me from Hyde. Preached on England. Saw Miss Holness; slept at Miss Walker's.
Said Mass at 8. Mad. de Bauneville at 1st. communion. Saw Miss Bennett at 7. Mrs. wilkinson a long visit after breakfast. Walked with bags to Euston Squ., and took R.W. at 12 to W. Hampton, whence I was taken in the little carriage waiting for me to Sedgeley Park. Walked about with Mr. Jas Moore etc.
Said community Mass at 7 1/2. I wrote to F. Eugene etc. Also 4 numbers of Da Bergamo over again, a part that was mislaid. Mr. Flanagan came at 6. At 7 1/4 I opened the retreat. Bp Brown came to sleep. We had some good talk about England's conversion. Mr. Davis from W. Hampton dined at 1 1/2. (79 cont.i.)
Anniversary of ordination. I gave med.n on the Passion at 6 1/4; on Death at 10 3/4; lecture on Contrition at 3. Med.n on the Particular Judgement at 5. Mr. Ducket of W. Hampton dined here.
Pass.n Tribunals - 10 3/4 scandal; 3 confession; 5 Hell. Mr. Flinn of Kilkenny came to see me.
Mr. and Mrs. Mackey were here today.
Finished confessions early. Whit Sunday May 30. At 6 1/4 1/2 an hour on love of God; 7 renewal of Baptismal vows and Mass with Gen.l Comm.n Mr. Moore said Mass after, and so I made no thanksgiving. 10 High Mass. I stood Deacon, and after preached the memento, an hour and 10 min. Mrs. Doyle here from Dudley at 4 1/2. Mr. Myatt drove me to W. Hampton. Had tea at the convent and spoke of England. After vespers at 6 1/2 preached a long sermon on England, and came back with Mr. Myatt to sleep at the Park.
I said Mass at 7. Mr. Myatt took me to the Railway, calling on Mr. O'Donnell as we went, at the new chapel. Took R.W. at 9.26 to Norton Br. and Stone. Dined with Mrs. Beech and talked long to Louisa. Walked to Aston.
Wrote a good bit of Da Bergamo. Talked to F. Eugene. After vespers visited round Aston with Father Louis.
Talk with F. Albert and then with F. Eugene. After dinner F. Louis walked with me to several houses in Stoke on the way to Stone, where I saw Mr. Hunt, Mr. Beech, the new nuns etc., and took R.W. at 3 1/2 to Birmingham. There I went to St. Chad's and had a long talk with Bp. Ullathorne. I slept there.
Said Mass in the Cathedral at 6. Then after a talk with Mr. Bond took R.W. at 8 (3rd. class) to Kilburn, and walked home with the little bag by 4. We went to tea at Mrs. Harting's. Came home against great *****cations before supper time by 9 1/2. My heels very sore.
Staid at home. Wrote some of da Bergamo and letters. Talked to Mrs. Hall, Miss Harting etc. who called.
In the evening went to the Hyde, and had a long work with some Irish women quarrelling to make peace. Trin Sun June 6. Mass at 8. Preached on the Trinity after reading a Pastoral for the church building collection £4-11-2 1/2 gathered. After benediction at 4 1/2 F. Joseph drove me into Kilburn in Mr. Walker's carriage. Mr. Jas Richardson was with us; he stopped here last night. We had tea at Mr. Kyne's, and (79 cont.ii.) I preached loud and strong to the Irish in Rosamon St. Slept at Miss Walker's.
Mass at 7; walked about in rain. Called at Mr. Porett's, the Card.l's. Saw only Mr. Gawthorn. A long talk with Mr. Hawkins, Saville Row. Then took bus to Kensington and saw Mad. De Baunville in retreat with Miss Prestwich and Co. Saw there Miss Rushworth; took bus back. Called in Spanish Pl., French chapel and Mr. Old. Walked to Kilburn. Mr. Rouse took me to Hendon where I dined with him; then drove me home.
I had a long letter of explanations to write to F. Eugene. A talk to F. Joseph.
Rain all day. I translated 6 No.s of Da Bergamo. My best day I think. We sung vespers. Thur Corp Xti. June 10. We sung Mattins. I said last Mass, F. Aloysius preached. After Benediction I went with Feeney in Mrs. Hall's carriage to Kilburn, then by bus to London. Tea with Mrs. Canning. Preached at the French chapel at 8 in French. Slept at her lodging No. 11 King St., which she leaves tomorrow.
Mass in the French chapel at 11 1/4. Called at the Cardinal's he was out; then at Mr. Kelly's. Then went and dined with Mr. Reddin at 1. Thence back to Holborn. Bus to Kilburn and walked home.
I was writing a letter for the Morning Advertiser, which had attacked me. Mr. Dorley came in the afternoon. II Sun aft Pent. June 13. I preached after 10 o'clock Mass on the Eucharist. Mr. Kelly and his brother were here, and he looked over the ground. He took to Kilburn; thence I went to Mr. Long's. Preached at S. Patrick's for England. Gave a pledge by Mr. Long's desire. John Bedward and Mr. Richardson walked with me to Bernard St.
Mass at 7. Tried the Card.l's at 10. Took bus from Augarde's to London Bridge, thence R.W. at 12 to Havant. Mr. Scholfield ordered me a fly to Blundworth where I dined at 7 with him, Mrs. Scholefield (Isabella Young) and Clement Scholefield his nephew.
Mass in the oratory at 8 1.4. Translated 6 1/2 No.s of Da Bergamo. Long talks with Mr. and Mrs. Scholefield. Rain.
Clement went away. I walked in the garden to say office and talking to Mr. Scholefield.
After breakfast saw the Queen's proclamation against processions and religious habits. I had to provide clothing to disguise myself of Mr. Scholefield and Kent the butler. A good bit of Da Bergamo. (79 cont.iii.)
Finished Da Bergamo once more. 51 1/2 No.s translated. Dined at 1. Put on a sailor looking dress. Was sent in a car to Cosham station. Took R.W. at 6 1/4 to Waterloo station; cab to Spanish Pl. Had tea and walked home by 1 1/2.
At home all day. Looked over some Da Bergamo. Mr. Dorley again. Found F. Vincent here. (80) The Hyde June 20 1852. 1. Bernard St. 1. Wednesbury 3. Aston 1. The Hyde 2. Bernard St. 1. The Hyde 1. Bernard St. 2. Lingdale House 7. Oscott 3. Erdington 1. Oscott 4. Handsworth 1. Oscott 1. Erdington 1. Oscott 1. 4 weeks. III Sun aft Pent June 20. Mass at 6. F. Vincent sung 10 o'clock Mass. We singing Don Giacomo's from the passage. I read a pastoral for the school collection, and preached a little. Mr. Walker dined with us. Mad.me de Bauneville called. Brennan took me and F. Vincent and F. Joseph to London. F. Joseph to go to Brighton tomorrow. I took F. Vincent to Floris's, then we went to Farm St. Saw Manning after his sermon, and Mr. Hope. I preached at Spanish Place. Mr. Richardson went with me to Bernard St.
Mass at 7. Mrs. Wilkinson and Tommy there. I walked out to Mr. Jackson at Hampstead. He brought me back in his carriage to Euston Squ. Took R.W. at 12 to Birmingham, tea at the new oratory. Fr. Bowles walked with me towards station. At 9 R.W. to Wednesbury. Mr. Wenham, J. walker and Fr. Jennings in his habit were with Montgomery, and Mr. Burton the Decorator.
There being no altar ready at home, I went by R.W. to Dudley and back to say Mass. At 11 1/2 Mr. Bond sung High Mass, Bp. Ullathorne preached; we dined under a tent. At 3 1/2 I preached before Benediction.
Said Mass at 7 and preached till 8. At home all day. Preached again to a full church at 7 1/2.
Mass at 6 1/4. At 8 R.W. to Stone. walked to Aston where all the superiors assembled and we had a discusion about the Proclamation. It was a recreation day. We dined in the great room.
Got up at 4 to Mattins. Another conference about my doings. I walked to Stone with Philbin the garzone. At 11.30 took R.W. to Norton Br. and London. Tea in Bernard St. Bus to Kilburn; walked home by 10.
At home all day. Irish confessions. Talk with F. Joseph and Aloysius; letters. IV Sun June 27. I preached after 10 o'clock Mass on David and Goliath. At 3, Feeney, who is now our servant, drove me to Kilburn in Mr. Walker's chaise. I took bus to the Bank, then went to preach at Moorfields at 7 1/2. Home to Bernard St. after.
I went to Chelsea to see Monsgr Eyre about Jemima Holmes (see Feb 29), then to Mrs. Burns, then took bus to Hammersmith. Dined at Mrs. Canning's, 3 Sussex Place, Bridge Road. Back by 4; saw Mad.me de Bauneville; bus to Kilburn; walked home by 7 1/2. Fasting day; cup of tea at Mr. Abraham's, Bruton St.
Sung Mattins for SS. Peter and Paul. I sung Mass (80 cont.i.) at 10 1/2, and preached solemn vespers and Benediction at 3. Then just caught the omn.s at the Harp at 1/4 5 to Holborn. Preached again at Moorfields; home to Bernard St.
Mass at 7 1/2; went to Golden Squ. Saw the Cardinal at breakfast, then Mr. Kelly who drove me to Reddins, to see some stone for the building. Then went after passports etc. At 5 dined at the Walker's. Father Bernard Mary (the Trappist) was there. Went in to Mr. Porrett's for tea. Wrote some letters.
Mass at 4 1/2. Mr. Ch Walker went with me to Euston Squ. with one bag. I took express train 2nd class at 6; reached Chester at 11 3/4. Birkenhead at 1 1/4. Car to Lingdale House. Dined at 4; opened the retreat to 20 ladies at 8. Afterwards wrote a letter to the Morning Chronicle.
Medit.n of 1/2 an hour on the Passion at 7 1/4, then Mass. At 10 1/4 Lecture, contrition. Dinner at 12 1/2. It was very late today. At 6 Medit.n on Death, this did not run well. I heard confessions of several nuns as extraordinary. Copied and sent letter to Morning Chronicle. One hour recreation in common after after dinner, and another after supper, with silence at all other times. The nuns are the faithful companions of Jesus
Day as yesterday. 10 3/4 confession; 6 Gen.l Judgement. The Superior General ordered that the 5 old ladies should be separated in recreation from the 15 young ones. I stopped with the young ones after dinner, and the old after supper. V Sun aft Pent July 4. Day regular. No sign of Sunday but benediction at 4. 10 1/4 venial sin; 6 Hell.
Notice came of likely disturbance at Liverpool about the election, and so the nuns of the house there came up here, I think it was today. The elections are tomorrow and Wednesday. 10 1/4 Prayer.**it**** Adoration, Thanks, petition. 6 Mercy of God (1st. 3 words).
10 1/4 prayer (Mental). 6 Paradise.
Today much thought about disturbances in Birkenhead. Mr. Brown came up twice. I consulted with the Provincial and Superior Mere Julie and Clothilde. We said nothing to the ladies but the day passed rather heavy. 10 1/4 communion; 6 Ricordi; 7 1/4 Dolours of B.V. At night Mr. Brown sent 20 men to stop in the Lodge. After all were retired I buried the ciborium in the Green house.
The night passed quiet and we made a good finish. 7 1/4 Bapt.l vows. 8 Genl communion at Mass, then breakfast. And after, Papal Benediction and benediction of B. Sact. I was sent in a car to take R.W. at 12.35 to Birmingham. Got there at 5 1/2; took bus to the Stork. Went to tea at the Palace at 6 (80 cont.ii.) 1/2. Called on Mrs. Wellett. Went with Mr. Estcourt by omn.s to Bull and Cuckoo. Came to Oscott at 8 1/2; saw F. Eugene etc. Night Prayers and Benediction at 9, then tea. Walked in the corridor till 11.
Said Mass at 6 1/2. The congregation generally sit from 9 till 1 and from 3 till 5 1/2. Luncheon at 1 1/2, dinner at 6. I saw and walked about with many. At 3 Father Louis came to see F. Eugene. After dinner wrote a Latin petition for the synod on the prayers, looked it over with Newman and Manning after Benediction.
I got to read my petition over to the Cardinal at 4 o'clock. He desired it to be curtailed. I worked at that; read him the new form; wrote it out and left it with Dr. Grant the promoter of the Synod. (I went to Erdington at 7, breakfasted with Mr. Haigh, and Mackey, saw Mr. Elkins). VI Sun aft Pent. July 11. Mass at 5 1/2 as usual at S. Joseph's altar. High Mass by Dr. Ullathorne at 10; Manning preached. At 2 I went in the market cart with Owen to Handsworth to see one of the nuns, then to Mr. Haigh's at Erdington. I preached there on England at 7, and slept.
Said Mass at 7. Took bus at 8 to Sutton; breakfasted with Hensage, called on Miss Jones's and Dixons. Walked back thro' Sutton Park. Had some interesting conversations about my proposals.
High Mass at 9 by Dr. ......... Newman preached a beautiful sermon. Saw many people (Mr. Caldecott) etc. I went to preach at Erdington at 8. After it Mr. Hardman's carriage came for me to go and sleep at Handsworth. Found Edwd Pugin with him.
Said Mass at the convent at 7. Breakfasted with Mrs. Hardman. At 9 spoke to the nuns for 1/2 an hour, and had some long confessions. Walked home after dining. On my way visited Mrs. Wilcox and other people at Short Heath, and near the college Lodge.
I went down to Mary Vale to say Mass at 7. Preached after it to the nuns etc on England, and heard all their confessions. Dined there and came up by 2 or 3. Went again to Erdington and preached a third time. These two sermons were on the varieties of English ***ties. Slept at Mr. Haigh's.
Mr. Geo Haigh's man McGinty took me in his carriage to Handsworth to say Mass at 7. I had a hard days work as extraordinary, hearing all the nuns in succession till 6 1/2. Then I was sent home to the college in a car.
Closing of the Synod. At 9 the Cardinal sung Mass and preached himself. After the Mass was sung the acclamations. Dr. Roshell as Deacon gave them out, and the answers were sung (80 cont.iii.) to music by Dr. Crookall; then mental prayer. We dined at 2. I sat between Mr. Clark a convert clergyman and Mr. Cholmeley a risuscitato. At 4 went in a car to Birmingham with Dr. Newsham, Dr. Weathers and Mich Gibson. R.W. to London at 5 1/4. Supper in Bernard St. Walked home from Kilburn at 1. The Hyde July 18 1852. 3. Steamer and R.W. 1. (81)
Brussels 2. Ere 5. Tournay 1. Malines 2. Lille 1. Cambrai 3. Douay 1. Lille 4. 4 weeks. VII Sun aft Pent July 18. Said Mass at 8, F. Joseph at 10 1/2, I preached. Gave catechism at 3 1/2 and preached again at 6 and gave benediction. F. Aloysius was at Kentish town preaching for Mr. Herdel.
Mr. Walker drove me to call on Mr. Jackson then in London. I did various jobs. Met Mr. Walker to dine at 5 with his sisters in Bernard St Saw Mrs. Wilkinson and Tommy, who is going to New Zealand. Mr. W. drove me home by 8 1/2. I saw Mr. Kyne who is very warm for the conversion of England. Saw Br. Joseph Herbert at work for Reddin.
Went with F. Joseph in Mr. Walker's chaise to breakfast with Mr. Jackson. Then went into London. Dined with old Reddin at 1 1/2. Took cab from Bernard St., at 4 London Bridge station. R.W. 3rd. class at5 1/2 to Dover. At 11 1/2 steamer to Calais. A beautiful smooth passage.
At 2 1/2 R.W. to Lille and Tournay. Said Mass at 6 1/2 at the seminary. Walked to Ere with Mr. Ryan. After vespers opened the visit, with a little discourse. A long talk with F. Serpahin.
Mass at 5 1/2. Conferences and looking over the books. After supper went with F. Seraphin to see Mr. Dubus and the Cure.
Conferences morning and afternoon and visit from the cure who arranged with me to preach Sunday.
Conferences as yesterday. Wrote to Father Eugene. VIII Sun aft Pent. July 25. Said Mass at 5. Heard Mass sung to plain chant at 6. Went to 8 o'clock Mass at the parish church and preached on England after the offertory. I gave an esame on thankfulness after vespers. Conference with F. Valentin etc.
F. Seraphin and I said Mass at 3. At 4 1/2 walked to Tournai. Took R.W. at 6 1/2 to Brussels. Called to see Monsgr Angelini the uditore of the Nuncio. Dined at 12 and put up at the 6 Sourds et Muets, Rue Haute. Pere Gregoire super.r. I stopped in till night.
At 8 F. Seraphin and I met Mr Boucqueau at the Visitation convent. He went with us to see two places proposed to be sold, as we are seeking a settlement. The Lady (owner of one) came to see us and sent her notaire in the evening. We came home to dine at 12. At 5 I made a discourse to the brothers, the blind and the deaf and dumb. B. Edmond explaining by signs.
At 10 we saw the Nunzio Mon. Gonella. Mr. Boucqueau called after. We dined at 12, and at 1 1/4 took R.W. to Tournai and walked home. (81 cont.i.)
At 9 F. Seraphin and I walked to Tournay. Called on the Bishop; dined with him at 12 1/4. Met Chanoine de Montpellier and many more. Home at 4 1/2.
Conferences. After vespers Capitolo and gave an exhortation on charity.
At 7 I went with F. Turrenius to Froidmont. Saw Frere Joseph and Mr. Whitaker. Dined there at 12 and had a nice walk home. Wrote out my directory for the remainder of the year. IX Sun aft Pent. Aug 1. The feast of St. Pie the infant martyr whose body is under the high altar. I sung High Mass at 8 1/2. we had a recreation dining in the Recreation room. I wrote part of a long letter to F. Eugene. At 6 1/2 a service on S. Pie by F. Turrenius, and I gave Benediction. We went to bed at 9 1/2.
Up at 4 1/2 for Mattins. At 10 1/2 I discoursed to the Religious for 1/2 an hour and gave the absolution. F. Seraphin at 12 1/2 dined with the Cure; met the doyen de Notre Dame and Mr. Ponceau. At 3 1/2 we came back and sung the Te Deum for the approbation of our Founder's second miracle today. We then walked to Tournay where I slept at the seminary.
I got up at 3 1/2, Mr. Ryan served my Mass. At 5.20 took R.W. to Malines; got in at the seminary. I dined at 1 with the Cardinal and the Bishops assembled. Mr. Philp came to meet me from Liege. Put up at the Lorete; we had long talk. After supper we called on the Chanoine Van Erven.
We spoke with the president about England. Called again on Chan Van Erven and Vicaire Gen.l Schijs. I dined at the seminaire. Saw Mr. Philp off from station at 5 1/2. Heard the seminarists sing for the Bishops in the Cathedral.
Mass at 6 in S. Rumoldi as yesterday. Got into the breakfast of the Bishops and gained all I wished thro' the Bishop of Bruges. Went to the great poor school with a professor; spoke to 7 classes. Then to Chan Scheppers and to Mr. Jerningham. Dined at the seminary and at 3 1/4 took R.W. to Lille. Slept at the Xr.n brothers.
Said Mass in the chapel at home at 6 1/2. Took bus to Esquermes to see Mr. Martin the Pere par excellance of Mrs. Canning. Preached to 250 girls and 70 nuns there (Bernardines). Dined and walked home. Spoke to the 5 classes at home. At 5 took R.W. to Douay and a bus to Cambrai. Found lodging at Mr. Bernard;s, Vicaire Gen.l.
Mass at the Cathedral at 6. At 11 1/2 was presented to the Archbishop; dined with him at 12. Then went to the Filles de la Sagesse and the Bernardines, the Clarisses and the Hospitalieres de S. Julien. X Sun aft Pent. Aug 8. Mass at 6 at Cathedral; High Mass at 9, (81 cont.ii.) beautiful sermon by a Vicaire. Dined with the Archbishop. They played at billiards after. Went with a Scotch and Irish seminarist to preach at the Petit Seminaire, at the Ecoles Xnes. Then vespers at 3. After them at 6 preached for an hour at the Grand Seminaire. Then supped there; home at 9.
Took bus at 9 1/2 to Douay, dined at the English College. Mr. Coldwell (F. Bernard) took me an interesting walk to convents and schools; preached about 10 times. Home to supper. F. Burchall was come home meanwhile.
Mass at 7 1/2. After breakfast visited the Christian School with Mr. Hoskins. R.W. at 12 to Lille. After dinner went to the schools of S. Andre and St. Catherine and spoke to all the classes, 7 in all. Visited the Sacre Coeur. In the evening I spoke to the classes of the night school; in all 14 little sermons.
Mass at 4 1/2. At 1/4 6 went to Mr. Bernard's and went with him and his brother to Marcq where at 7 the Bishop of Frejus blessed a new church belonging to a great college there. Afterwards there were speeches and poems recited to welcome the Bishop; a great dinner at 1. After it I got the boys and many priests assembled in the refectory and gave a quarter's speech. I felt lonely and low most of the time, but I got what I wanted. Deo gratias. I got a lift home with 4 young nuns in a carriage.
Said Mass at 6 1/2. Expecting a visit and so staid at home till dinner. Then went out with the Frere Infirmarian (Erry) to Mr. Lefort (bookseller) who gave me a book published by him to read. We visited several convents to recommend the prayers. At 5 1/2 I came by appointment to the Sacre Coeur and preached to the young ladies and nuns. Came home to supper; read a good bit of Mr. Lefort's book.
Mass at 5 1/2. Went with Frere Erry to the prison and preached to three classes there, men, boys and women, under instruction of Freres Xtns and nuns. Also to the old men and women and the petites soeurs Rue S. Sauveur. Home to dine, then I took bus to Haut Bourdin. Had to walk thro' mud to the convent of Filles de Sagesse. Preached to the Pensionat. Saw Miss Tripp a convert there. Came back and went to the Franciscan nuns and preached there 3 sermons.
Mass at 1/4 5. Took R.W. at 6 to Douay. Preached to the boys at the college. After Mass visited the Carmelites with Mr. Scarisbrick. Dined at 11 1/2 and at 1 took diligence to Cambrai. Went to the seminaire, and then attended Grand Mattins at the Cathedral. To bed at 10. (82) Cambrai. Aug 15 1852. 9. Lille 1. Lommelet 1. Lille 1. Arras 1. Amiens 1. R.W. 1. Paris, Rue de la Pepiniere 13. 4 weeks. XI Sun aft Pent. Aug 15. Went to the Cathedral at 5; heard a sermon by the Bishop of Nevers. Said Mass at the Petit Seminaire. Before it received some students to the congregation de Maria and preached on the B.V. Went to High Mass at the Cathedral. Dined at the Petit Seminaire; went with the Bishop to the Augustinian nuns to vespers and preached. Then to the Cathedral; another sermon by the Bishop of Nevers. The procession could not take place for the rain.
Said Mass at the Cathedral at 5, not at the altar of our Lady; heard sermon. At 9 High Mass; at 3 vespers. I kept with the seminaire. Sermon after. At 6 1/4 I spoke to the students again. At 1/2 past 8 I saw the 3 Bishops together at the Archeveche. To bed at 9 1/4.
Mass at N.D. de Grace at 4 1/2. Heard sermon; saw a procession arrive at 7 1/2. High Mass at 9, after which was formed the great procession with the image of our Lady. It lasted from 11 till 1 1/2, the weather beautiful. I walked in a cope just before the image borne by 8 students of the seminaire in Dalmatics, and after the boys throwing flowers, beautifully arranged. There were two benedictions from the Bishops; at one the soldiers sung a cantique and knelt. We had dinner at 2, I took a little. At 5 I dined at the Archeveche. At 7 1/2 petits Vepres; sermon by Bp of Nevers and Salut.
Mass at 6 at seminary after sermon. Took something at dinner at 11 after High Mass. At 12 a seancepoetique, prizes given gold and guilt medals for poems on N.D. de Grace. Mr. Carion and D**ttaisne Deacon recited theirs. It was an excellent exhibition. There was to have been a civic feast but rain returned heavy from 2 till 7. No vespers at 3, but petits Vepres etc at 7 1/2, and fine sermon on zeal for souls introducing England. Dined again at the Archbishop's.
Mass at N.D. de Grace at 4 1/2. High Mass at 9 by Bp of Nevers for England publicly. Civic feast today so no vespers. I was at home all day translating from German the scritto of the Propaganda etc. At 7 1/2 petits Vepres and sermon on pusillanimity.
Heavy rain till 10 or 11. After High Mass the children of Notre Dame went in procession from the seminaire to the Metropole. Heard Mass at 11 1/2 then sermon addressed to them. They were consecrated to Noter Dame. I went at 2 with Mr. Cromlut to the Hopital Vanderburgh; preached to 3 classes of girls. Petits Vepres and sermon at 3.
Mass at N.D. de Grace at 4 1/2. Got a good talk with Mr Capalle and Carlon; saw Archbishop. At 2 Mr Crombez took me to the Hospital again, and a sister of charity took me to a young Protestant dying. I got on well with him the first time; but at 6 1/2 when the Sister took me again, he had lost courage (82 cont.i.) on account of his Father. I dined at the Archeveche. They expected Card.l Wiseman. He came later, when I had been fetched to the young Protestant. I went to hear the Bp of Nevers' sermon to the men at 7 1/2. Saw Card Wiseman and Searle at the Archeveche. XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 22. Mass at N.D. de Grace at 4 1/2, served by Farrell the Irish brother of S. John of God. Wrote to F. Eugene, but did not finish. At 9 1/2 heard High Mass by the Card.l, and then another at 11 1/2 in which he preached beautifully on England. At 2 1/2 vespers in Cathedral. Then the great procession as Tuesday, but much grander. The weather was beautiful after all the rain. It lasted till 7 1/2. I saw the Card.l at the Archbp's; then came to sup and to bed.
I said Mass at 2 3/4. Took Diligence at 4 to Douay, then R.W. to Lille. Dined at 11 with the desmonier of the Freres Chretiens, and went with him at 2 to the Halle aux Grains, where was the annual distribution des prix. Beautiful addresses read by Mr. Gobrecht Doyen de S. Andre and Mr. Thery avocat. Home to write letters at 6.
I saw Mrs Platt an English lady disposed to Catholicity. I first preached at the Hopital Comtesse and breakfasted with the ann***onier. Wrote begging letters to Irish Bishops for subscriptions to the Beatification of Father Paul. At 5 walked to Lommelet, supped and slept at the Hospitaliers de S. Jean de Dieu. At night spoke 1/2 an hour to the 32 in community.
Mass at 6. Walked about with Fr. Andre; spoke long with the superior. At 4 1/2 started home. Supped with the Jesuits at Lille, Rue de Voltaire. Home at 8 1/2.
Said Mass at the Hopital Comtesse. At 10 1/2 spoke 1/2 an hour to the Frere Xns in the chapel; wrote to all the remaining Bishops I could remember in Ireland. At 5 took R.W. to Arras where I put up at the Grand Seminaire. The Bishop was absent and the students out.
Said Mass at 7 and preached to the Benedictine nuns of the perpetual adoration. Mr. Milne a Scotch student walked with me. We visited before dinner at 12, and after all the other convents. At 6 R.W. to Amiens. I put up again at the Grand Seminaire, kept by Lazarists. Students in vacation.
Walked with Mess.rs Daley and Murphy, two Irish students. Dined with the Bishop at 12. Saw Mrs. Stainforth at the Lo**encourt nuns. Visited the Bon Pastor, the Visitation, the Sacre coeur etc. XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 29. Took R.W. at Amiens at 12 1/2 at night and got to Paris at 5. I came by bus to Rue de la Pepiniere and lodged at Mr. Bourgoing's. There were Masses and offices all day. It was the feast of S. Augustine. Msgr. (82 cont.ii.) Dupuche his successor in Africa preached etc. I addressed a seance of men at night.
At home writing letters to the English Bishops till 1 1/2. Went to the Univers bureau, to Mr. Gondon and Mr. Desgenettes. Dined at home at 6. At 8 addressed the conference of S. Vincent of Paul.
Mass at 7 at N. D. des Victoires. Breakfast with Lady Fitzgerald, 21 Pl de la Madelaine. Went at 12 with Abbe Farmary to the convent of Mad. Douet. Then to M. Dugenettes; then to the Coucil of S. Vincent of Paul. Home to dine.
Started at 10 to 5 and walked 1 1/2 hour to the convent of Mad.me Douet, said Mass at 6 1/2 and preached. Called on Mr. Gondon, Louis Veuillot etc.
Wrote a lot of letters to send to England. Went by bus to the English nuns, found Mr. Bagnall there. Home to dine. At 8 preached 1/2 an hour at N.D. des Victoires. Coming home called on Ly Fitzgerald who goes tomorrow.
Abbe Forrary went with me to the Sulpici**ns at I***y where we dined. Saw M. Quiblier very ill. At night visit to the conference of S. Vincent de Paul of S. Philip de Rouele.
Mass at the Chapelle des Martyrs des Carnes. Mr. Chirol served. Breakfasted and walked till 3 1/2 with him. At night called on Mr. Gondon. XIV Sun Sep 5. Walked to the Dames Anglais. Mass at 8 1/2, preached after. Back by bus to preach at the 11 o'clock Mass at S. Augustine. Preached again a long sermon at N.D. des Victoires after vespers at 7. Coming home called on M. Marzione, 21 Rue des Moulins.
Started at 5 to say Mass in Rue N.D. des Champs; headed back by rain. Mass at home; letters. Preached at N.D. des Victoires at 8.
Said Mass at N.D. des Victoires at 7. Breakfasted with Mr. Marzion and Mr. Chirol. Called on M. Etinnne with M Chirol, Marquis de Brignoli, M. Bregne etc. Preached again at N.D. des Vic.s. Met by accident the aid de camp of Louis Napoleon and applied for an audience.
I went about with Mr. Chirol and Baron Schroetter whom we took to M. Marzione, then to Chaillot to see the nuns de l'Assumption; Soeur Eugenie their head. At 11 I preached to the Poles at the church de l'Assumption; at 7 1/2 N.D. des Victoires, where by express desire I gave account of my conversion.
Walked to N.D. des Champs, said Mass and preached in M.lle Gobrian's house to 100 orphalincs. Met Mrs. Fol*amb. Then at 10 met M. Marzion who took me about in a carriage till (82 cont.iii.) near 2.
Mass at 7 at home. Went to M. Marzion, who took me about till 4. I lunched with Frere Philippe, head of Xn brothers. After dinner went by bus to Mr. Chirol. Met M. Marcion there, who took me to M. Certes of the Council of the Propagation.
Mass at 7 at home. Saw Mr. Desgnettes, Mrs. Fo*ambe. Went with M. Marzion from 1 to 2 and from 4 1/2 till 6. Saw Miss Law at the convent de S. Elisabeth. After dinner finished reading the Chateau de Bois le Brun, and wrote to the Bishop of Blois. Paris. Sep 22 1852. 2. R.W. 1. Lille 1. (83) Calais, S. Pierre 1. Boulogne 1. The Hyde 4. London, Golden Squ 1. The Hyde 2. Bunhill Row 1. Hyde 1. Bernard St. 1. Hyde 5. Kentish Town 7. Oct 9 1852. 4 weeks. XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 12. At 8 went with the 1r. Vicaire de Battignole and M. Marzion to Battignole where I said Mass before the B. Sacrament exposed for the 40 ore, and preached 20 min to a large congregation. Came back to High Mass at S. Augustin. Then went on foot to vespers at S. Roch and preached an hour. Then went with M. Marzion to the Dames de S. Maur and des viseaure and preached to them both; dined at the last. At 8 preached an hour at S. Sulpice.
Mass at 6 1/2. At 10 went out with M. Marzion, saw M. Mullois, the Apostle of the Cliffonniers, the Misseres Etrangeres, Father Theiner there etc. After dinner he took me to Mad.me Baudon and the Eveque de Moulins (Breze). I took R.W. at 11 for Arras.
Got to Arras at 6 1/2; said Mass at the Cathedral and saw Monsr. Parisis. Dined at 12 with him and 300 priests in retreat. Went on at 4 by R.W. to Lille. Put up at my old quarters.
At 8 took R.W. to Calais, then bus to S. Pierre; dined at the college. Walked back to Calais. Saw M. Daniel the Doyen, M. Gobert (Vicaire), Mr. Hogg etc. Back to S. Pierre by bus.
I said Mass at the Hospice and preached to the inmates. M. Latour D'Auvergne nephew to the late Card.l and secretary to Mgr Parisis took me in a carriage to Hardinghem where we dined at M.lle De**sses, with M. Mailly, to see the house which is offered us. We went on to Boulogne by 4. I stopped the night at M. Haffringue's. I dined again with Ly Harriet Jones at 7. Had a long talk till 11 1/2 with M. Belaney a clergyman convert at M. Haffringue's.
After dining at 11, went on board steamer for Folkestone at 1. Crossed in less than 2 hours. Took 3rd. class at 5.20. Bus to Kilburn and walked home by 12.
Talked over plans and ****s before dinner. Wrote letters after. XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 19. VII Dolours. We sung Mattins. I preached at last Mass sung by F. Joseph. F. Aloysius and I singing Gregorian chant. I gave notice of erecting the arch confraternity . F. Joseph went off at night with young Reddin, who came in great trouble about Feeney's accident.
At 3 1/2 came F. Eugene for the Visit with F. Joseph. I was at home all day.
Brother John drove me in Mr. Walker's chaise, which we have here during his absence, to London. We called at (83 cont.i.) Burns's, the Cardinal's, the Bank (Pall Mall). I took the boat at Hungerford Stairs to Battersea. Saw Mr. Graham at Long Edge Farm; came back by boat from Nine Elms. Went to see Mr. Kyne; back to dine with my sister and Caroline who are in town for one day. Came to sleep at the Cardinal's.
Said Mass at 6 1/2, served the Cardinal's. After breakfast went with him and Searle to Grt Western Station; he is going to Plymouth. I walked home. Mr. Davis formerly of Oscott walked with me. Long talk with F. Eugene etc.
F. Eugene went away in the chaise at 7 with F. Joseph. I talked long with F. Aloysius and B. John. After dinner in recreation I made plans of alterations in the house to send to F. Eugene.
F. Joseph drove me to Mr. Jackson's to breakfast, then to Bunhill Row. Saw Dr. McAuliffe. Went to dine with Mr. Reddin, then took boat to Mr. Graham's. Waited for him till he came in at 5 1/2. Got back to Bunhill Row by bus from Chelsea just in time to preach to the Irish on England. Went to bed on a hard sofa in the parlour.
Went to Mr. Kelly, Harting and Ch. Walker on business. Visited the petites soeurs (Windmill St. 16), the Bank, M. de Bauneville. Bus to Kilburn; walked home, stopping for tea at Mr. McDinough's. F. Joseph out to Ingatestown. XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 26. Said mass at 8; preached after last Mass. Mr. Jackson came to look at the house. Mad.me de Bauneville and her son came. After Benediction Br. John drove me to Kilburn and I took bus and walked to Rosamon St. Preached, and on Mr. Kynes' pressing desire, I announced the forming an association. Great numbers put in their names. Slept at Miss Walker's.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to Mr. Kyne's; wrote some rules for the association. Took bus to Hammersmith and back; dined at Mrs. Canning's. Made calls. Walked home from Kilburn.
Rain all the morning; cleared up at 2. F. Joseph and I then walked to call on Mr. Neison near Hendon. Saw his garden telescope etc. as rain recommenced. We came back in his carriage by 6 1/2. Edw.d Reddin and Jos. Fielding were here for the night.
Sung Mattins. F. Joseph sung Mass at 8. F. Aloysius, B. John and I sung Missa de Angelis. It was the best performance we have had. Vespers sung solemnly at 3 1/2.
Br. John drove me in the chaise to Moor Fields. Saw Mr. McMullen, walked to Mr. Kyne's, did not see him. Dined at Floris's. Went with Mr. Floris to see Mons.r Leger the professed inventor of the Magnetoscope, Gerard St. Mr. Harting took me up going home. (83 cont.ii.)
Having a letter from F. Cagne deciding to have this place, I went to Mr. Harting and he drove me to near Hampstead. I saw Mrs. Jackson, then walked to St. Johns Wood to try and see Mr. Blount; did not. Mr. O'Neill took me to the convent, Blandford Square; dined with him at 4. Walked home by 7, found F. Louis and a new Capucin with him to stop the night.
At 8 F. Joseph drove me across the country to Brook Green to see Mr. Bird; he was out. Mr. Pagliano shewed us the new church and Normal School House. We had lunch at Mrs. Keen's; called on Mr. Graham, then came and saw Mr. Blount about his house for us. We parted there. I went to dine with Mr. Wilds and Dr. Maguire. Then saw the Cardinal just come back from Plymouth. Met Mr. Herbert with whom I took bus, he to Hampstead, I to Kentish Town where I met F. Joseph at Mr. Herdel's. XVIII Sun aft Pent Oct 3. I sung Mass at 11. F. Joseph preached the opening sermon. At 7 I gave the 1st. lecture and he preached again. We had no confessions. Mr. Hickey of Dolgelly formerly called on me. I wrote letters.
I said Mass at 7, F. Joseph at 7 1/2, Mr. Herdel at 9 1/2. Then I gave the 1st. Meditation on the Agony in the Garden. Spoke long to F. Joseph before dinner at 2. After dinner went with Mr. Herdel in pain to see Mrs. Sullivan an approaching convert. Saw Mr. McGowran the priest from Northampton. I lectured on duties to our neighbour. Saw Mrs. Barnett the organist.
Few confessions. After dinner F. Aloysius looked in for a few minutes.
Some confessions from a distance as well as near. A long talk with Mrs. Savage, a leading opponent of Mr. Ivers the priest here. I went out with Mr. Herdel among the Irish.
About 10 F. Eugene and F. Raphael came together to see about our change of house. F. Aloysius also came. I had long talk with F. Eugene. They dined with us, then I went with him to Hungerford Stairs and by boat to Mr. Graham. I left him there to spend the night; came back to Hungerford. Walked to Euston Squ; waited there for F. Raphael and took him to sleep in Bernard St. Then walked home to Kentish Town.
After my lecture at 10, took bus to Oxford st. Met F. Eugene and Mr. Graham at Augarde's. Dressed like a gentleman and we went to Fairlawn House, Aston Green, to see it. It was not satisfactory. Came back; undressed at Augarde;s. Went by bus with F. Eugene to Mr. Blount's House. Walked with him to Euston Squ, then by bus home.
Regular day. I gave meditation on the Dolours of B.V.M. and lecture on Devotion to her. (84) Kentish Town. Oct 10 1852. 9. The Hyde 6. Ford's Hotel 1. Birmingham, Mr. Lloyd's 1. Liverpool 1. St. Anne's Sutton, 6. Golden Squ 1. Hyde 4. Keppel St. 3. The Hyde 3. Nov 13 1852. 5 weeks. XIX Sun aft Pent. Oct 10. I said Mass at 8. Preached at the last Mass on the Gospel; at night on prayer. Gave benediction.
Regular day; went out to see Miss Chalier over the road.
Saw a Policeman likely for conversion. Ran out to see Mr. Rees at 6; not at home.
F. Joseph went in to London, we dined at 3. It was a good full day with me. Lecture on humility.
F. Joseph went again to London. I lectured on England's conversion, as imitating the love of J.C.
All as usual. I concluded on the Passion. Lectured on communion.
I said last Mass; did not preach at all. Confessions over soon after 10. 2 Miss Walkers called. XX Sun aft Pent Oct 17. I said Mass at 8; preached on the Eucharist at 11 1/2. Walked to see an old lady at 5 with Mr. McAvila. F. Louis called. We had exposition from High Mass till night. I sung vespers and gave benediction. Fr. Jospeh made the concluding sermon and gave Papal Benediction.
We had all the chief ladies to see us this morning. N.B. better start earlier. At 12 I set off, called on Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Bebzer, staid a long time with him; saw a new religionist there. Took bus to town then to Kilburn and walked home. Found a letter ordering a Te Deum for the Beatification of F. Paul; we sung it late. F. Vincent came in and joined in it.
Went with F. Joseph round to several houses at Hyde and Kingsbury; beautiful day. F. Joseph went to London for the night.
After dinner B. John drove me into London for various calls, and back again by 6 1/2.
After vespers F. Aloysius and I walked to Harrow; saw Mr. Delanye, had tea; asked for Althorp but did not see him. Called on Mr. McAuliffe, Mr. Sang, Mr. Hall coming back; home at 9.
Wilfrid Hall called for me with the dog cart at 8 1/2. Mrs. Hall sent it and took me to Kilburn. I called on Mr. Blount. Mr. Kelly went with Mr. Kyne to look at a house in Charter House Square. Dined with the priests in Lincolns Inn Fields at 3. Bus to Kilburn; walked home. (84 cont.i.)
Long letter to F. Eugene. F. Joseph off to Chelmsford. Went to see Mrs. Hall ill. Mrs. Latham just come from Liverpool. XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 24. I preached at last Mass. After dinner went with Br. John to London in the chaise. Drove to Irongate Wharf near the Tower. Back to preach at Baldwin's Gardens as the conclusion of Mr. Kyne's retreat there. Gave benediction after a long sermon on England. Went again to the Wharf, and at 11 received four Passionists from Dunkerque by steamer. FF. Antonio, Albino, Stanislao (German) and Br. Lorenzo; took them in a cab to Ford's Hotel and slept there.
We all said Mass at Spanish Place. Saw Dr. McGill Bishop of Richmond, U.S. Went in a cab (heavy rain) to Bernard St. Left 3 there and took F. Albino to clear the luggage at the Wharf. Back to dine in Bernard St. at 1. We took R.W. from Euston Squ at 2 to Birmingham. 3 lodged at the Palace. I at Mr. Lloyd's.
I said Mass at the convent in Bath St. We took R.W. at 9 to Liverpool. Dr. O'Connor Bishop of Pittsburg not there, gone to Dublin. So I left 2 at the Grecian hotel, and took FF. Antonio and Albino to S. Anne's, Sutton. Dined there, and back late. We called at S. Mary's presbytery to settle about Masses tomorrow. I slept at Copperas Hill.
Mass at 7. I saw the 4 Passionists on board the tender at 10 1/4. The Dublin Mail was delayed, and came only just in time for Dr. O'Connor to save his passage. I saw them off in the City of Glasgow Screw steamer. Came back on shore with Mr. Cullen. Called on Edwd Chaloner about Whitaker. He sent me in a dog cart to Sandfield Park to see Dr. Brown about Mr. McGowran. Back in time to take R.W. at 6.15 to Sutton.
F. Honorius and I walked to Blackbrook, called on Mr. Morgan. Dined at 2 with one Miss Orrell.
F. Honorius went to dine with the Bp. I was at home all day. Wrote a long letter to F. Eugene.
At home all day, thinking of sermons, except a call on Mrs. Smith with F. Austin. XXII Sun aft Pent. Oct 31. Said Mass at 8. Stood Deacon and preached at last Mass; collection about £15. Again at 3 1/2 after rosary in procession, followed by benediction. Collec £12 about.
F. Bernardine and I sung Mattins. I sung Mass sine Min at 8. After dinner went with F. Bernardine to see the glass works; shewn by Mr. Whitaker, a Catholic book keeper.
Mass at 5 1/2. Took R.W. 3rd class at 8 to London; read a great deal of German Testament. Carried my bags to Miss (84 cont.ii.) Walker's, Keppel St. No. 31, had tea. Called on Mr. Foxall, then went to the Cardinal's first soiree; slept there, as did Dr. Errington.
Said Mass at 7 1/4; served Dr. Errington before and the Card.l after. A long talk with him after breakfast. Mr. Kelly took me a drive to Stamford Hill and Hackney to reconnoitre; heavy rain. Went to see F. Louis (gone to Wales); had dinner at Mrs. Crowley's. Bus to Kilburn, walked with Mr. Harting home.
F. Aloysius and I started at 9, walked to Edgware Work House to administer communion to a dying woman, then round Stanmore and Harrow Weald. Got dinner from Blanche at Mr. Walker's; tea at Mr. Halls.
Walked to Kilburn, then bus. Called at Spanish Place, Keppel St. Came back with the relicks of F. Paul. Called at Brannan's; went straight to dine at Mr. Hartings, where there was a famous meeting about keeping up the mission, when we are gone. Mr. Hall, Harting, Sang, Walker and Brannon there.
At home all day; wrote many letters. Mr. McGowran cut off without notice Tuesday. XXIII Sun aft Pent. Preached at 11 1/2. Young Brannan drove me to Kilburn. Preached at Spanish Pl. Slept at Miss Walker's.
Said the 1st Mass in the new house Keppel St. At 7 1/2 saw Mr. Kyne, McMullen, O'Connor, Faber. Dined at Ld Arundel's at 2 1/2. Walked with him to Belgrave Square. Said Mattins at F. Brownbills, and went out to Shepherd's Bush to Mr. Hoke's to meet McMullen and Glennie.
Mass again at 7 1/2. Saw Mr. Rolfe Oakley. Dined at Ld Arundel's alone. There was Mary Healy and Maria Morbey of Oscott. Had a long explanation with Faber. Went to the Cardinal's soiree; Ld. Huntingdon, Lucas etc.
Called at Blandford Squ. Saw Miss Bennett. Called on Mr. O'Neill and Blount. Walked home, then went with Father Joseph and Aloysius to see Mr. Halls at 5 1/2. a party of ladies there for 1 1/2 hour, then tea or supper. We talked about the missions; home at 11.
Wrote letters, talked etc. I gave exame in the choir. We sat together agreeably the walk time after it as it was raining heavily.
At home again today. I held Chapter after vespers, the first time in this house. We had the bell rung at 3; and the via crucis also the first time.
I went to Mr. Harting after breakfast, then visited all the Irish in the Hyde. Came home at 1, got some dinner. F. Joseph is gone off today to Colchester for a retreat. The Hyde. Nov 14 1852. 1. Keppel St. 1. (85)
Keppel St. 1. Hyde 6. Keppel St. 1. Hyde 3. Keppel St. 1. Hyde 2. Keppel St. 1. Hyde 1. Keppel S. 1. Hyde 4. Keppel St. 1. The Hyde and back 1. Boulogne 3. Hyde 1. 5 weeks. XXIV Sun aft Pent. Nov 14. I preached at the lat Mass on the Patronage of the B.V.M. We established the confraternity announced Sep 19. After benediction Br. John drove me to Kilburn, I preached at Spanish Pl for the schools. Called on Miss Borini at 94 Gt. Russel St. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. I went after breakfast to Crowley's Hotel, Albemarle St. to see the Phillipps's, Monteiths, Mr. Mansell and Ly Fielding, all there. I went with Phillips and Monteith to see the new Puseite church, Margaret St. The curate, Mr. Baker shewed it to us. I dined with Mr. Price, Lincoln's Inn. Bus to Kilburn, walked home.
After vespers went to the school; examined the children. Visited some people, Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Harting.
I went in Mr. Walker's chaise with Feeney to Kilburn. Went to Card.l Wiseman's; heard of the American Bishop converted, Dr. Foes. Followed him to the oratory; met Richardson who gave me tickets for the procession tomorrow. Met Edwd Howard at the Cardinal's; after walked with him, much pleased with him.
Mattins at 2 1/2. At 3 3/4 walked off with F. Aloysius and Br. Casimir to Miss Walkers at best pace. We said Mass and breakfasted, then went and took our places at Richardson's, 172 Hat St, and saw the whole sight of the Duke's funeral procession. The Card.l there. I sat by Mr. Heptonstall. We got to eat at the Walkers. Walked home by 5 1/2; tea at Mrs. McDenoughs. (17 miles)
F. Andrew and F. Martin being come to Mr. Walkers last night, I went to see them, and saw them off by the bus. I went to see Mrs. Latham at Mrs. Hall's before her going home tomorrow; dined there.
F. Aloysius went in much rain on foot to Edgeware Bury to see a servant of Mr. Martin's who is ill and ought to be a Catholic. I staid in, decyphering, translating, and writing out F. Dominic's Platea. XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 21. We sung Mattins. I sung Mass at 10 1/2. F. Aloysius preached. I catechised at 3 and gave benediction; then Feeney drove me to Kilburn in Mr. Walker's chaise, with a young French man. I preached at Lincoln's Inn; saw the Frenchman again there after. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Saw Ld Fielding at Crawley's Hot. Then Mrs. Monteith and Miss Mackencie. Went to Reddins, had tea and walked home by 8. About 16 1/2 miles walking in all.
Worked at the Platea till 11. After vespers went (85 cont.i.) to the school and made some calls in the Hyde, Mrs. Walker, back to Miss Byone and home.
Said last Mass at 8. Worked at the Platea at home all day. Mr. Bird the builder called at dinner time.
I went down to see Mr. Harting at 8 1/2, then a long talk with Mrs. Hall. Came back at 12 and found the young Frenchman of Sunday come. I stopped him to sleep. F. Aloysius and I took a walk to Preston and Harrow Weald. Saw Burton's children, not himself, and old Hawker. Tea at McAuliffe's. Called at Mr. Sang's. Saw the German governesses or nurses with the children. He was out; at 8 we got home and found De Beauneville come to sleep as well as the other Frenchman.
I spoke to the Frenchman till dinner. They went away together after.
I went to Mr. Kurting and Mrs. Hall. Came back to dine; out again to the Village and Mrs. Walker. I Sun of Advent. Nov 28. I said last Mass, F. Aloysius preached; I catechised. Feeney drove me to Kilburn; bus to Marble Arch, then walked to Chelsea Chapel, preached at 7. Came to Oxford St. on a bus, and walked with bag to Miss Walker's.
Mass at 7 1/2. Called on Mr. Foxall, the bank, Mr. Harting for a long talk. At 1 got dinner from Mrs. Wilkinson. Mrs. Collier (ol. Isabella Rose) was there; walked up and down a little and met Mr. Walker at Kilburn. He drove me to his house where I had dinner again with him. Then a meeting to talk over the mission till 11 1/2. Got home after 12. Messr.s Harting, Hall, Rouse and Brannan.
Finished a long letter to F. Faber, begun on Sunday. At 3 visited the school, then Mrs. Hall; staid tea. Home at 7. F. Aloysius and Br. John were gone to London to see S. Paul's as fitted for the Duke's funeral etc. Then came home late.
Up for Mattins alone. F. Joseph came home. At home all day settling monthly accounts and talking. F. Eugene very ill.
Talking to Br. John in the wash house, F. Joseph etc. till near dinner. Gave esame after vespers. Walked to Somerstown round by Burns's, except a ride in a return bus for nothing. Preached on the Eucharist 1/2 an hour, with a few words for England and gave Benediction. Mr. Rolfe went with me to the Walker's where I slept.
Mass at 7. Out to Mr. Kyne, then walked to Virginia St. and dined with Dean Horabin and his companions and Mr. Beaumont. Came back to Miss Nutts's and succeeded in my end there. Then bus to Kilburn and walked home by 8. (12 miles). (85 cont.ii.)
Went to Mr. Harting's breakfast; home to dine. Walked with F. Aloysius, (who is going for the Sunday to Kentish Town) as far as the Welsh Harp. Then made some calls in the Village; home at 5. II Sun in Adv. Dec 5. I said Mass at 8; preached to F. Joseph's Mass at 10 1/2. Catechised and went with Feeney to Kilburn. Preached at Lincoln's Inn chapel. Went to sleep at the Walker's, calling on Miss Nutt's on the way.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to see Mr. and Mrs. Scholefield at Florence's Hotel. He was well advanced, and I met him again at 2 o'clock at Chelsea Chapel, and received him into the Church. Then took bus to Hammersmith, saw Hensage, Mrs. Canning (with whom tea), and Mrs. Keen. Took bus back to London. Called at Floris's, then bus to Kilburn, and walked home by 10 1/2.
F. Joseph went to Chelmsford to preach tomorrow. I walked with Br. Casimir 3 miles along the road; took bus to the circus. Saw Searle,went to dine with the Scholefield's. Back to the Cardinal's soiree, and then to sleep at the Walker's. 9 miles.
Mass at 7. Went to the Cardinal's, served his Mass with 1st. communion and confirmation of Edward Ignatius Scholefield. Went to High Mass at Chelsea and preached. Saw the last of the young Frenchman for the present. Mr. Percival at the home office called in Keppel St. Dined with Ly Fishbourne, the Hibberts and Fr. Furlong at 7. Walked home straight by 11 1/2. Up to Mattins again.
Wrote letters. Gave Exame. Went out to the school, Mrs. Wallace, Allen, Mrs. Hall, tea there. Home at 8.
Went to Mr. Harting's at 8. Had a talk with the tailor at Hyde. After dinner took Br. Casimir a walk to Hendon to look after Catholics. Saw Mrs. Rouse and a poor Mrs. Kelly. Home to complin.
Hennessy to confession; swept up the house till sext. Heard Mrs. Wallaces's first confession. III Sun in Adv.t Dec 12. Said Mass at 8; preached at the 10 1/2 Mass. Catechised; went with Feeney to Kilburn, then to Virginia St., preached for a collection there and was sent back in a cab to Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Saw Miss Borini; went to Mr. Kyne and Oakley. Dined at 2 with Mrs. Thistlethwayte. Met F. Eugene at Euston Squ and went with him to De Bauneville's. I had to get home to Hyde at 11 1/2 to fetch my passport. Said Mattins in choir.
Started at 2 1/2; walked gently to Keppel St. Said Mass at 1/4 6. F. Eugene was to have called for me at 7 but did (85 cont.iii.) not come, and so I went to him at De Bauneville's, and we went from thence to London Br. Station. Took R.W. at 9.55 to Folkestone. Crossed directly and got to Mr. Haffringue's at 4. I went to bed early and slept sound.
We said Mass at 5 1/2. Went in a carriage and pair to Hardinghen, saw the house and Mlle Lerifac, and then on to Calais. There found F. seraphin at dinner with Mr. Daniel the Doyen. I left F. Eugen with him and came back alone by 7.
I said Mass at 7. After breakfast went with Mr. Haffringue to the Visitation Nuns, and looked about their ground which might be available for us. Dined at 12 1/2 in the refectory. At 3 we went to visit some gentlemen who have Chateaus to let.
At 9 1/2 we went with a carriage thro' Maquetra, to a chateau called de la Caullerie, with its owner Mr. de Basinghem, who offers to us on lease. Dined at 12, he with us. Then Mr. de Roy went with me to the steamer. I passed to Folkestone. At 5.20 took R.W. to London, bus to Charring Cross and walked home, getting supper at the Cardinal's; he not at home. Got home at 1.
At home all day. Received Mrs. Wallace into the Church, the first convert at the Hyde. Benediction at <SIC> (86) S. Joseph's, Hyde Dec 19 1852. 1. Somerstown 6. North End 1. Keppel S. 1. Hyde 1. Blandford Squ 4. Hyde 1. Keppel S. 1. Hyde 6. Keppel S. 1. Hyde 6. North End 1. Hyde 5. 5 weeks. IV Sun of Advent. Dec 19. After my Mass at 8, Wilfrid Hall drove me to Kilburn where I took bus to Oxford St. E. Then a quick cab to Commercial Road where I preached for Mr. Philipps and for England. Dined, then the cab to Rosamon St. where I spoke to the schoolboys on the Association. Then walked to Somerstown. Gave Introd.n at 7 from the Gospel, then med.n on Death. Began confessions. Slept at Mr. Minthain's opposite the chapel Ho. Took gruel for a cold beginning.
Mass at 7, then catechism to the girls school on contrition. Med.n on the Passion after 10 o'clock Mass. Dinner at 3 today; after today at 2. Lect on Duties to God. Med.n on Last Judgement. Confessions all day. This plan all the days following.
Contrition again to the girls. At 7 Duties of parents. Med.n on Hell.
To the girls confession. At 7 Imitation of J.C. Humility. Med.n on the Mercy of God.
At 7 1/2 Prayer. At 7 zeal for souls (for England). Paradise. Peter, Pilate Herod. 3 scourging and crowning. 4 last words and death.
At 7 1/2 communion. In the evening confessions only till 12.
Mr. McAvila sung Midnight Mass, I preached 20 min, not clearly I thought. To bed at 2, up at 6. Said my 3 Masses at 7 1/2 till 9. Preached at High Mass on Elias and ricordi and papal Benediction after Mass. At 2 dined with Mr. Nerincx and the other priests. After vespers carried my bags to Keppel St. Then took bus to Kensington. Saw Miss Southworth at the convent. Then walked to Hammersmith, supped and slept at Mr. Keen's. Father Spencer was there. Sun inf. Oct Dec 26. Said Mass at Hammersmith at 8 1/2. Took bus to Charring Cross and walked to Westminster. Preached twice there, at 11 o'clock Mass, and at 7. Between whiles preached in Italian at Lincoln's Inn at 4. Took cab to Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2; went to see the Cardinal at his breakfast. Saw Dr. Cahill at Ford's. called in Spanish Place at 10 1/2, then took bus to Brook Green. Saw Mr. Glennie. Called on Mrs. Caning and Hensage, both out. Said Mattins at the Good Shepherd, and dined with Mr. and Mrs. Keen to meet Mr. Bird, with whom I was left to speak an hour, with good hope. At 9 1/2 took bus to Picadilly, and again a Kilburn one. Walked the rest home by 12 1/2.
Went to see Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Harting and Mrs. (86 cont.i.) **llissey. At 12 we had a recreation dinner, talking etc., with provisions given by friends. F. Joseph did not come back till after. I met him as I started to walk to Blandford Square, where at 8 I opened a retreat to the sisters of Mercy. ***es words "Choose you this day etc."
I slept at Mrs. Rourke's, 41 Blandford Square. 6 Medit.n on the Agony in the Garden. 10 3/4 Death. 1 1/2 dinner. At this time Mrs. Cudmore called and sat during dinner. At 3 lecture on Poverty. 6 1/2 tea. 8 1/4 Particular Judgement.
Saw Mrs. Rourke at the lodging, and Miss Arnold who is there.
Mrs. Cudmore came at 2, then took lodgings at Mrs. Rourke's. I saw her there at 9 1/2. Had 2 hours conversation. And so ended the year alone as usual. ================================================================
At 8 1/4 set off and walked home. Preached. We sung vespers in chapel, then all went to dine with Mr. Hall. Came away at 9 1/2. Sun *** oct. Jan 2. Preached and catechised. Mr. Bathurst and his sister were here with us all day from his Mother's near Stanmore. Feeney took me to Kilburn. I preached at S. Patrick's, explained the Association. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Called on Mrs. Wilkinson, in bed. Then at Moorfields. Mr. Gladstone not at home. Dined at Floris's. 2 hours with Mrs. Cudmore on my way home; got home at 8 1/4. Talked to F. Joseph sometime.
After vespers I went to see McKenna's family over a dyke of clay. Then got to tea at Mrs. Alliset;s, and met there Ann Mantle. Then made a round of visits very late in the Hyde. Got home at 10 very happy.
I set off at 10 and went to Edgeware, Stanmore, Bushey Heath and Clayhill. B. Casimir met me at Stanmore with a letter from F. Eugene delaying my journey to France. We walked home; took supper at Mr. Walker's. I called on all the Catholics. At Stanmore Mrs. Lyons and Austin, Policemen's wives at Bushey Heath etc. Kelly Courtney and Gorman. 17 miles.
Sung Mattins. Mass at 6. Preached at 10 1/2 Mass. Solemn vespers and Benediction. Went alone in the evening to Hendon. Tea at Mr. Rouse, spoke to want husband to a Catholic. Letter from F. Eugene to keep me here.
Went to give Mrs. Rouse communion. Mr. Rouse took (86 cont.ii.) me to Kilburn. Bus to Farringdon St. Saw Mrs. Anderson. Lunched at the Cardinal's; tea with Mrs. Cudmore. Home at 8.
At home all day except a walk at 3 to Warner's. I Sun aft Epiph. Jan 9. Preached and catechised. Wilfrid Hall drove me to Kilburn. I preached at Moorfields. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Saw the Cardinal, Mr. Hawkins. Dined at Floris's; tea at Mrs. Cudmore's. Walked home by 1/4 8.
Wrote letters etc. At 3 went to Hyde, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Hall, Hyde and home at 6 1/2.
At 8 1/2 started to Mrs. Walker's, Edgeware; saw Miss Pyke at Canons Park, Stanmore. Staid 2 hours and dined at Keane's the Druggists (Bushey Heath). Saw Mr. Drury (Watford); saw Capn Kelly, McNeale a convert gone back, David Cooper, a fine young man. Back to tea at Mr. Drury's. Called at the Walkers. Home at 11, found F. Raphael come. 20 miles.
F. Joseph went yesterday to London; came back late today. F. Aloysius, F. Raphael and I went at one to the school for an examination and prizes and tea party. At 5 saw F. Raphael off by Derry's. Came home and instructed Wallace.
At home all day. Wrote to Mary Wykes, Mrs. Bennett etc.
Started at 1/4 9 to Hyde, saw old Mrs. Mantle etc., Edgeware. Got bread and cheese at Ginger's, Stanmore. Met Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Walker at Lyons's. Christened his 3 children. Edgeware busy, got coffee. Edgeware Hyde and home at 7 1/2. II Sun of Epiph. Jan 16. Preached and catechised. Fred.k Keen came to fetch me to Hammersmith where I preached and officiated. Slept at Mr. Keens.
Mass at Hammersmith at 7 1/2. Breakfast at Mr. Keen's. Called on Hensage and spoke to the boys at Brook Green School. Dined at the old convent. Walked to London. Called on Mr. Martin ****** the Walkers. Called on the Cardinal, Mrs. Canning, 50 Manchester St. Mr. O'Neal and home at 12. 20 miles.
Wrote letters. At 1 went with Br. John to dinner; tea at Dr. Kelly's. Home by 9; saw old Hawker at Harrow Weald. 10 m.
Wrote letters. After vespers I went to Mrs. Hartings to settle about instructions for her children and Mrs. Sang's. Got tea at Mrs. Walker's. Went on to Hendon, saw Mrs. Rouse after her confinement, Kelly and Wants. Had tea again at Mr. Neison's and sat an hour. He walked some way of my road home. Home at 12. (86 cont.iii.)
Walked to Kilburn; bus to Golden Squ. Saw the Cardinal a moment; the Bishop of Newfoundland. Had mutton chops at Spencer House in Appleyard's room. Went to see Mrs. Budd and Miss Elwes at my brother's request, 21 Platt St., Charington St., St. Pancras. Bus to Kilburn; home at 7.
F. Joseph went to London to go on and preach at Woolwich, Sunday. At 2 Mr. Bones called. I went to visit the school, then a long visit to Mrs. Hall. Came home and went with B. Casimir to see Burton at Preston. Home at 11 1/2. I was heated today; I hope I have walked it off. About 75 miles in 5 days.
At home settling about Missions. F. Joseph rode over to dine, to fetch some papers. S. Joseph's Jan 23 1853. 1. Keppel St. 1. (87)
Keppel St. 1. Hyde 4. Keppel S. 1. Hyde 9. Keppel St. 1. Hyde 3. Oratory John St, Commercial Road 6. 4 weeks to Feb 19 1853. Septuag Sun Jan 23. Mass at 8. Preached at 11. After dinner went to Mr. Harting and back to catechism. After benediction went with Feeney in Mrs. Hall's chaise to Kilburn, and took bus just in time to preach at Commercial Road to inaugarate a confraternity of Xtn Doctrine, and my asociation. Slept in Keppel St. Mr. Alex.r Walker and Lady there from Liverpool.
Mass at 7 1/2. Called on Professor Newman, Mr. Rolfe, Mrs. Budd, and Miss Elwes, Mrs. Mithain. Dined at Mrs. Canning's. Back to Miss Elwes, who is ill, with a gift from Mrs. Canning. Walked home by 7.20.
Went to see Mrs. Walker and Mr. Hall, had an interesting talk with him. At 1 went in to London. Dined at the Walkers to meet Father Mary Bernard with whom I went to the soiree at the Cardinal's to speak with Mr. Ward, which I did at length about his objections to prayers for England. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Mr. Ulrick called. I called on De Bauneville and F. Brownbill. Took bus to Kilburn, walked to Mrs. Harting's to dine with her children and Miss Sang. Afterwards gave them instructions for confession. Then went to the school; ***** Mrs. Walker with whom I went home and she mended my coat. Home at 7.
Went to Mr. Hall about a pig. He gave me one, which Feeney fetched home after. At 1 1/2 Fr. Aloysius, Br. Casimir and I walked to Hendon. Dined with Mrs. Rouse. F. Joseph could not walk, but the carriage went for him. After dinner we went to see Mr. Rouse's new house. First F. Joseph baptised his child, I was sponsor with Mrs. Walker. We got home at 10 1/2.
Up at 4 for Mattins etc. F. Aloysius went to see Mr. Bones. Not home till 1 in the night. I went out at 4, after writing many letters, to Mr. Warner's then to the Hyde, to make a round. Home at 7 1/2.
At 9 went to Mrs. Walker's and breakfasted again, then to Stanmore. Lunched at Lady Caroline Bathurst's. Saw there Mr. Gordon and Ly Ellen Do. Home at 6 1/4. Sexag. Sun Jan 30. Mass at 6, preached at 11. Catechised. With Feeney to Kilburn, walked to Spanish Place. Preached on confirmation next Sunday and my association. Saw Mr. Manning (the brother). Slept at Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to breakfat with Mr. N**nall. He was out at Newman's trial. I spoke with Lady Anne Marie till near 12. Saw De Bauneville; the oratorians at recreation. Called on Mr. Gladstone in Downing St., (busy) at the old (87 cont.i.) Admiralty. Dined at Mrs. Canning's. Walked home by 7.
Comm of Passion. Sung Mattins; F. Aloysius sung Mass at 8. At 2 I went to give instructions to the Hartings and Sangs. Came back and after complin opened the retreat for our community.
I blessed the candles and said Mass at 9. After vespers I gave a riforma on the vow of Poverty. After complin gave meditation on Venial sin. I went down to the vilage after supper, saw Sired, Wallis etc. Mrs. Hennessy in a long labour was asking to see me, and I came in happy. Home at 9 1/2 and spoke to Feeney on Confirmation.
F. Joseph went to see Mr. O'Neal, came back at 9 at night. I went to Hyde. Found Mrs. Hennessy delivered. Got home just to dinner at 2 1/4. On the vow of chastity at 5 1/2. After via crucis and compline on Death.
Talked to Mrs. Walker about Andrew. 2 1/4 vow of obedience. 5 1/2 particular judgement.
F. Aloysius went to Mr. Hall's at 11, to go on to Greenwich to preach tomorrow. 2 1/4 vow of promoting devotion to the Passion. 5 1/2 Purgatory. Made my conference and general confession since Clon***** Mar 4 1851. Quniquag Sun Feb 6. Said Mass at 8. Read the Cardinal's pastoral and explained Lent after F. Joseph's Mass at 10 1/2. Two baptisms, then Mr. Swarbrick till catechism. I gave only a Medit.n on the Mercy of God at 6 1/4 from the 1st. 3 words on the Cross.
A deal of talk about and with B. John till dinner. At 2 1/4 Humility; at 5 1/2 Paradise. F. Aloysius back at 4.
I said Mass at 5. F. Joseph during Prime and Tierce. He gave Communion to the Brothers, then I made the concluding address, and we renewed the vows silently as we had not the form; then Papal Benediction, and F. Aloysius said Mass. After it F. Joseph took the Brothers to London by way of a recreation. They came back late and we dined in recreation at 7 1/2. I went out at 11 to the Hyde and Mrs. Hall, and at 1 dined with Mrs. Harting and her and Mrs. Sang's children, and gave them instructions. Came back for confessions of children brought by Mrs. Walker. Ash Wednesday Feb 9. I blessed Ashes and said Mass at 9. At 4 went to Mrs. Warner's and walked by ********* to London. Preached in S. John's Wood. After compline saw Mr. Bryan about Mary Wykes. Went to Keppel St. to sleep.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to see the Elwes;s. Then called on Ly Arundel and dined there at 2. Met Sergeant there. Called on Mrs. Canning and walked home, calling at S. Johns Wood (87 cont.ii.) to see F. Gaudentius, but he was not come. F. Honorius came to the Hyde at 7 1/2 to prepare for the Mission with me.
At 11 I started to Hendon. Saw Mrs. Rouse and Mr. Neison; then to Mill Hill, saw Mr. Ryne and Mrs. Balcome at Mrs. Perceval's. Came back to dine at Mr. Neison's at 6. He walked with me some way at 9. I got home at 10.
I went at 11 to the school, and about the village a little to Mrs. Hall's and dined there at 1. Home at 3. I Sun in Lent Feb 13. Said Mass at 6. Preached at 11. Sung in the chapel at Mass with F. Honorius. After dinner he and I walked as there was deep snow last night, to S. Johns Wood. Saw FF. Gaudentius and Joseph. Took bus from New Priests Bank, then to Commercial Road. Put up the crucifix which had been sent before. At 7 1/2 after vespers preached the introduction of the retreat, and heard 2 hours confessions. Felt in danger of a cold and took gruel.
F. Honorius said Mass at 6 1/2. Then I gave a meditation on the Pasion and said Mass after it. Dined at 2; we said Mattins together after. At 7 F. Honorius gave his first lecture, and I preached on the Soul. We had few confessions, except at night. F. William Young was here.
Same order observed. F. Young went away. I wrote to sister Agnes Xavier. Medit.n on the prayer of J.C. in the garden. Sermon on sin as offence of God. F. Honorius dined here.
Same order. I preached at 8 on the death of the sinner. Meditation on the ******** of J.C., and Judas.
Medit.n on Caiphas and Peter. Wrote to Mr. Philp etc. We have not full work of confessions. The sermon at night on the last judgement.
Med.n on Pilate etc. Wrote to Mr. Elwes. Had a good talk about England with F. Honorius. Wrote to F. Eugene. Confessions still scarce. I was often sleepy these days. Sermon on small number of elect.
Order as usual. Med.n on Herod. Wrote to Mr. McDonnell; saw Mr. Elwes an Br. Peter who came over and dined here. He came yesterday from St. Anne's. Mr. Foley went out to skate, as it is a sharp frost. I preached on the B. Virgin. Confessions till 11; then said Mattins. (88) Commercial Road. Feb 20 1853. 9. Hyde 13. Somerstown 5. Hyde 1. Palace, Birmingham 1. Dudley 6. 5 weeks to Mar 26 1853. II Sun in Lent. Feb 20. I said Mass at 8. The others at 9, 10 and 11. After the Gospel of the last I preached on Hell. At 4 1/2 spoke on the Association of Xn Dctrine, we enrolled members. At 7 F. Honorius gave a lecture; I preached on the mercy of God. F. Honorius gave Benediction. B. John came to say farewell.
Med.n on the Scourging. Preached on Procrastination. Regular day.
The first day full of confessions; not to bed till past 12. Med.n on the crowning with thorns; preached on the temperal happiness of the just.
Regular day. Full confessions. Med on Simon of Cyrene. Preached on Venial Sin.
Med.n on the 1st 3 words. Sermon on the conversion of England and the Pledge, which I also gave publicly from the Platform.
Med.n on the last 4 words. Sermon on the death of the just. Confessions till 12 1/2. I gave the Red Scapular at 9 in the morning.
Med on the Dolours of the B.V.M. F. Honorius gave the Brown Scapular at 9. No sermon. Confessions till 12 1/2. III Sun in Lent. Feb 27. I said Mass at 8 and gave communion to a great many. Preached on Paradise at last Mass. F. Honorius sung it. Gave medals for the confraternity of Xn Doctrine at 4 1/2. At 7 preached on Perseverance, with Ricordi 1 3/4 hours. Papal Benediction and Benediction B. Sact with Te Deum. Gave the Pledge to many.
Mass at 7. At 9 spoke on the conversion of England and enrolled 86 in the association for it. We dined at 12 1/2. I took bus from Mile End gate to Portman St. Called at Burns's, then on Mr. Rolfe (Clarendon Square), saw Dr. Brown of Shrewsbury there, and on the Elwes. Back to Gloucester Coffee House, and home on Derry's coach with F. Aloysius.
Found B. Clement arrived last Thursday from Aston. After dinner called on Mrs. Hall, Mrs. Harting, Mrs. Walker where I had collation. At Mrs. Sang's too, but saw no one; and on old Abraham White (Row Green) etc. Home at 8 1/2.
Settling accounts. F. Joseph came in for one night between the mission of S. Johns Wood and Bermondsey. I was at home all day.
F. Joseph and F. Aloysius started together for Bermondsey. I had a long talk with Br. Clement. I gave exame in the chapel after vespers. Went to the school and visited the (88 cont.i.) houses in the village. Home at 7.
Set off to London about 11. Mr. Hall and Wilfred gave me a lift on the way. Got collation at Spanish Place. Tried in vain for Sir James Graham at the Admiralty. Dined at Spanish Place at 5. Preached on hell after complin at 7 1/2. Walked home by 11 3/4. Called on Mr. Wyndham in Blandford Square, 14, on my way.
At home all day. Some confessions in the afternoon. IV Sun of Lent Mar 6. Duplicated at 8 and 10 1/2. Preached on confession. After Benediction Mr. Rouse took me to Hendon; had tea at his house, then we went to Mr. Neison to announce the school meeting, Tuesday. Home at 9 1/2.
At 10 walked off to Edgeware Bury. Dined there on meat by mistake. Went to Stanmore, saw Mr. and Mrs. Keane, and Lyons. Home by Edgeware. Collation at Mr. Halls. Multitude of men working at an electric Telegraph.
Took collation at dinner time. Went to give instructions at Mr. Hartings., then stopped at Mrs. Walkers till dinner with Mr. Walker and her. After which a meeting for the school. Mr. Neison there for the 1st time. He took me home in his dog cart with Mr. Rouse. Wrote to Sir James Graham from Mr. Walker's.
Walked to London; got dinner at Blandford Squ convent, talking with Rev.d Mother. Saw Mr. Old, Miss Routh and Mrs. Lancaster about the Elweses. Did some shopping. Collation at Miss Walkers. Walked home by 10.
At home all day. After dinner walked in the garden the 1st time almost. Mrs. Harting brought her children and the Sangs to confession.
Went to the school and Mrs. Marsham. Dined at 12 at Mrs. Hartings with the children. Instruction on communion and home at 3 1/2. Beautiful day.
Mrs. Walker came to tell me about Phillipps's executorship. I went out in Mr. Walker's carriage **oly fitted out alone to Kilburn, and then took bus to Golden Squ, to see Searle and a little of the Cardinal. Went to lunch at Lord Arundel's, then got home by 5. And heard confessions of girls bought by Mrs. Walker. Baptized conditionally Martha Sired, Harriet Allen and James Wallis. Martha Sired having been baptised by Mr. Williams from the workhouse. Passion Sun Mar 13. Duplicated. Preached on communion. Mr. Walker drove me himself to Somerstown, where at 7 after complin I preached the sermon to Procrastinators. Began confessions till 11. Slept at Mrs. Mitan's. (88 cont.ii.)
Said Mass at 8 1/4. After the 7 o'clock Mass gave medit.n on the Passion, the prayer in the Garden. Wrote letters. Dined at 2. F. Gaudentius came at 3 and got some dinner. I talked to him. At 7 preached on the happiness of the just. Confessions again at night. F. Gaudentius slept at Mitan's.
F. Gaudentius said Mass at 6 1/2. I gave medit.n on contempt of the world from the Passion. I went at 12 to see Pelzer drunk and the Elweses. F. Gaudentius and I dined with Mr. Neviucks at 2. He went off to S. Joseph's. I preached on a general return of the Irish to their duties of Mass and confession.
At 7 1/2 mortification of appetites from the Passion. At 7 on the Pledge which I gave in public. Confessions all day.
At 7 1/2 zeal for souls from the Passion. At 7 conversion of England with S. Patrick mixed. Full confessions.
VII Dolours. Medit.n on the Dolours at 7 1/2. At 7 Deuteron Ch xxviii. The Pledge again. Enrolled 285 in the association for England, among them the nuns and most of their boarders. I walked home at 10 1/2, got in at 12 1/2.
Said Mass at 8. We were robbed last night. The Policeman came up to see. At 12 1/2 Feeney drove me in Brenning's cart with Mr. Walker's pony to Bermondsey. Thence I got to Euston Squ, and took R.W. 3rd. class to Birmingham. Slept at the palace. Palm Sun. Sat up writing letters till 2 1/2. Got up at *. At 11 sung Mass, then got breakfast and ran to the train at 2 1/2 to Dudley. Found Mr. Fox instructing in the school. I took it up he had a sick call. I read Psalms and prayers. Preached introduction, Let us return and vist the brethren Acts xv. Confessions till 11.
Mr. Fox said Mass at 6 1/2. I then gave med, the agony, and said Mass. Dined at 2. At 7 Duties to God and the Soul. Confessions almost all day. some letters before dinner.
Mr. Fox missed Mass. The rest as yesterday. 7 1/4 the prayer in the garden. At 7 duties to God, hearing Mass cont. At 8 sin as offence to God.
At 7 1/4 Disciples sleeping and Judas. 7 1/4 duties to our neighbour, honesty and truth. At 8 the death of the sinner. Visits from Mrs. Hodson and Mrs. Doyle. etc. Maundy Thur Mar 24. I celebrated after a medit.n on Caiphas and the blow on the face of J.C. At 10 1/2 went out, called on Mr. Fletcher, Mrs. Jos Do., Mrs. McCourt, Mrs. Lakin at Tipton, walking thro' the Castle Park, Mr. Davies, Mrs. Howard, Mrs. Pugh (Bl**ett). At 7 General Judgement. Visit tonight from Mrs. (88 cont.iii.) Payne and Ellen Do., Miss Beech. Good Friday Mar 25. Service at 9. I celebrated and preached before the adoration. Talked to Miss Beech. Confessions all day. At 6 1/2 duties to ourselves, then penance. At 7 1/2 Hell. Mr. Fletcher after it.
I blessed the Pascle candle and Font at 6. Mr. Fox went out to the sick; took the keys of the chalice and so the Mass was not till 10 1/2. Confessions till 12 at night. No preaching at night. Dudley Mar 27 1853. 9. Hyde 3. (89) Keppel St. 1. Hyde 2. Deptford 1. Steamer and R.W. 1. Douay 7. Hyde 2. Keppel St. 2. Hyde 4. 5 weeks to Ap 30 1853. Easter Sun Mar 27. I said Mass at 8. Preached after last Mass on the mercy of God. I wrote a long letter to Monsignor Talbot. Preached at night. Lecture on contrition; sermon on procrastination. Confessions till late.
At 7 1/4 St. Peter. At night confession and temporal happiness of the just. Mr. Payne (F. Martin) called, and Montgomery. F. Ambrose came from S. Wilfrid's.
At 7 1/4 Pilate and Herod. At 7 Humility and Venial Sin. Mr. Revill came to dine.
At 7 1/4 scourging and crowning. At 7 Prayer and the Pledge, which I gave. Mr. Love and Mr. sherlock dined. I went out at 10 as there were no confessions. Saw Mrs. Salmon, Mrs. Hodson, Mr. Hilman, Mrs. Robinson, Jos Fletcher.
At 7 1/4 Simon of Cyrene. At 7 Prayers 2nd and the conversion of England from zeal for souls.
At 7 1/4 the last words of J.C. At 9 1/2 enrolled for the conversion of England. At 7 communion and the death of the just. Enrolled 56.
At 7 1/4 the Dolours of B.V.M. Nothing in the evening but confessions, as well as all day. Low Sunday Apr 3. I said 2nd. Mass at 9; preached on Paradise at 11 1/2. Received Mr. Hillman into the Church at 6 1/2. Preached on Perseverance with the ricordi, then Papal Benediction and Benediction of the B. Sacr.t I finished 180 for the Easter Duty. In all we reached 602. They received all thro' the time.
I said Mass at 7 1/2. Enrolled members etc., in all 130 about. Fr. Ambrose and I went to Birmingham 3rd class. At 1 took 3rd class to London. I read 25 chapters of Ecclus. We walked with our bags to Miss Walker's. Had tea and cold meat. Took bus from Oxford Street to Kilburn, and walked in rain (carrying the little bags) home by 10 1/4.
Wrote letters etc. till dinner. At 2 had a long talk with Mrs. Harting. No instructions as the Sangs were not there. Saw Mrs. Walker, then called on Denny, Allen, Macham, Brennan. Came to Mrs. Hall for a school meeting till 10 1/2. Walked home.
I staid at home. F. Ambrose went off to Romford and Woolhampton.
I set off at 7 1/2, called at Harting's, walked thro' Pinner to Rickmansworth. Looked about for Catholics; could not hear of one. I forgot to take any money, and so could not return by R.W. and walked to London, stopping to tea at Mrs. Delaney's at Harrow. Got to Mrs. Stella Bunn 6 Chandos St at 9 3/4. Had (89 cont.i.) tea and went to sleep in Keppel St. 33 miles, the longest walk but one in my life.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to Blandford Squ and there received Mrs. Bunn into the Church. Then walked very stiff to Mr. Harting's to dine at 1. Had the Sangs children and his to instruct. He drove me to the school and then home.
Still stiff; at home all day. Wrote to F. Raphael who expects F. Ambrose at Ashbourne today, to Mr. Elmey etc. II Sun after Easter Ap 10. I said Mass at 8, sung with B. Casimir to the last Mass, and preached after it. At 2 Feeney drove me to Kilburn in Mr. Walker's chaise, and I took bus to Mr. Augarde's where I picked up my bag, then to London Bridge Station, and then R.W. 3rd class to Deptford. Had tea with Mr. North, and after vespers at 6 preached to the Irish on England, Dr. Grant promoted the association. I slept at Mr. Jeffrey's, whose wife was Rebecca Smith, one of my first converts at Westbromwich in 1833.
Said Mass at 8 1/2. A long talk with Mr. North about England's hopes. At 11 3/4 took R.W. to London Br., and then boat to Hungerford. Dined at the oratory; talked to Faber before and after, about the publication of F. Paul's life, and others, and Ireland. Not a word on England. I wrote letters then till 4. Then boat back to London Br. and R.W. to Dover. Tea at Mr. Savage's, and at 11 went on board steamer, and lay down in the fore cabin. Forgot my passport.
At 2 reached Calais; got there without Passport. R.W. to Douay, which I reached at 5 1/2. Said Mass at 7. Breakfasted with the Prior F. Burchall and Father Oulaghan; dined at 1. Looked over some papers for publication on the life of B. F. Paul. At 6 I gave the opening discourse for the retreat. After supper went out to a clock-maker.
At 7 1/4 med.n on the agony in garden. 10 3/4 death (its lessons). 3 contrition. 5 1/2 last judgement. No confessions.
Confessions till 11 1/2; very sleepy.
7 1/4 the 1st three and 6th words. 10 3/4 venial sin. 3 prayer (different acts and vocal). 5 1/2 conversion of England.
Dolours of B.V.M. at 7 1/4. 10 3/4 temporal happiness of virtue. 3 communion. 5 1/2 Paradise. Confessions over at 10. III Sun aft Easter. Ap 17. 6 1/2 Renovation of Baptismal vows. Then I said Mass, and after it thanksgiving aloud. At (89 cont.ii.) 9 1/2 Father Burchall sung Mass, and I preached after it on perseverance with ricordi and acclamations. Papal Benediction and Te Deum. I felt very tired after and kept quiet till evening, when at 6 I gave a riforma to the Religious, who are still in retreat, in the Calefactory. I did some work at night correcting F. Dominic's correspondence.
I said Mass at 6 1/4. At 7 meditation in the Chauffoir or lecture on Simon of Cyrene, and thanksgiving for crosses. At 12 1/4 an hour on joy and peace after faults. 3 1/4 brotherly love. I went with B. Bennet to the clock-maker again. At 6 lect. humility from the Passion. Worked at revising F.Dominic's correspondence and B. Martin's life.
At 6 3/4 concluding riforma on the 4th and 5th words from the cross, and the H. Eucharist after Boudon. Mass at 8. After breakfast enrolled 63 boys and religious in the association. F. Burchall went with me to the station at 12.10. Started for Calais by 2nd class, embarked directly. Crossed in 1 hour and 3/4. At 7 1/2 2nd class express to London. Took the last bus to Kilburn gate, where I left my big bag and the new clock with the Gate keeper, and walked home with the little bag at 1 1/4.
A long talk with Mrs. Walker after 8 o'clock Mass. I said Mass at 6. At home all day.
At 7 1/2 started thro' Hendon and Finchley to Colney Hatch; called at the Rouse's and tried two people in Hendon in vain. It was raining all the way. I reached the Asylum at 11, and sat till near 2 receiving all the mad Catholics on the women's side one by one. One went to confession happily. I saw none of the men, only the medical superintendent. I took R.W. at 4 1/2 to London. Went to Commercial Road. Had tea with Mr. Philips. Preached, then saw the Cardinal and Mrs. Bunn. Slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2. Called on Mr. Kyne; a long talk with him and Mr. Kelly. Lunch at Mr. Bagshaw's (long talk); called at Burns's. Took bus to Hampstead, dined with Mr. Jackson who sent me home in a car by 11 1/2. It was rainy all day. Found F. Joseph come.
Went to the school and some visits in Hyde. Dined at 1 alone. IV Sun aft Easter Ap 24. Said Mass at 8. Preached and catechised. F. Joseph and I took Mr. Walker's chaise to Kilburn (met by Feeney), bus to Oxford St. Tea in Keppel St. Preached in Rosoman St. and enrolled 68. Slept in Keppel St.
Met Mr. Bunn and Mr. Wilkinson at the Cardinal's at 8; Cardinal gone out. We had to fix for tomorrow. I breakfasted at Floris's, met Mr. Hearn, then saw my sister, and with her my brother. Took bus to Hammersmith. Dined at Mrs. Canning's, saw (89 cont.iii.) Hensage. Back by bus, saw the Cardinal, then wrote letters at Floris's and had tea. From 9 till 10 1/2 with my sister, Caroline, Kitty, Spencer and Henrietta.
Mass as yesterday at 1/4 7. Mrs. Bunn confirmed today and breakfast all together. I staid till luncheon busy with putting up and sending relicks of B. Fr. Paul to all our houses. Went to be measured by Mr. Rouse, called at Burns's. At 5 dined with the Walkers. Met Father Bernard Mary and Mr. Arnold his relation. Run to the station with my bag and took R.W. at 6 1/4 to Kilburn; left bag there and walked home by 8.
At home writing letters; instructions to Edun.d Harting. Said last Mass and so time went and not much done. De Bauneville came for the night. Received Wallis into the Church. Mrs. Mont**** conf.*
I said Mass at 3 1/2; at 5 walked off to Colney Hatch with communion. No one could receive. I walked on to Barnet. McCarthy the Policeman shewed me the chapel and took me to Mr. Hood who gave me breakfast after. I started for Totteridge, saw Barnet and Mill Hill where I stopped at Mr. Percival's, and heard the confession of the German servant. Home thro' Hendon by 6. 19 miles.
At home all day; rain. I said Mass at 8. Talked to Mr. Walker till 11. did some work about the letter for publication. F. Raphael came at 7 3/4; went back to London to start home tomorrow.
I said Mass at 3. After Mattins at 5 1/4 walked off with my little bag to Kilburn. Took R.W. 3rd class at 7.7 to Birmingham; reached it at 2.40. Bus to the Beehive, and at 3 1/4 another bus to Westbromwich. Had some dinner alone. F. Raphael was with me from Tring to Rugby. Wrote to F. Eugene and Mrs. Ford. (90) Westbromwich May 1 1853. 16. The Hyde 6. Keppel St. 1. Grace Dieu 2. The Hyde 1. Lambs building 9. To June 4 1853. 5 weeks. V Sun aft Easter May 1. I said Mass at 9; preached after 11 o'clock Mass by Mr. Revill. The introduction beginning with the approach of Whitsuntide. Dined at 2. At 3 catechised the children. At 6 1/2 after English service preached on the soul. Heard one confession at night; saw Mr. Doyle and Mr. Lakin.
At 7 Mr. Revill said Mass, then I gave med.n on the agony in the garden, and then Mass. Breakfast at 9. At 11 1/2 I catechised the children. Dinner at 2, F. Aloysius came just in time. After dinner Montgomery and Bathurst called and had tea. At 7 F. Aloysius lectured. I then preached on sin in both lights, as offence of God and evil to us. Supper at 9. Tues may 3. 7 1/2 the prayer in the garden. I went out at 10 1/2, called on the Gordon's, James smith, Dan.l White etc. Came in to dine at 4 1/2. Went again out to the French in Scotch Row and Spen lane. At 8 on death as a monitor.
Went with Mr. Revill round Oldbury. Dined at 2 3/4. At 8 the death of the wicked.
Ascension Day. F. Aloysius said Mass at 7, then med.n on S. Peter. I said Mass at 9, Mr. Revill at 10 1/2. F. Aloysius and I sung in the Gallery and I preached 20 min. After dinner Mr. Blackall conf.n. At 8 particular judgement.
At 7 1/2 Caiphas etc. I went down New St. Loveday St. and Mr. Bennett before dinner. After it called on Mr. Blackhall, Mr. Edwards etc. At 8 the General Judgement. Miss Beech was here at Mrs. Gordon's.
At 7 1/2 Pilate. A long talk with Miss Beech. Letters written. At 8 Dolours of B.V.M. VI Sun aft East. May 8. I said Mass at 9. F. Aloysius sung High Mass at 11, I was deacon. After it I preached on Hell. I baptised a child at 4, Mr. Revill being out for the sick. At 8 the mercy of God.
At 7 1/2 Herod. I went out at 11, saw Mr. Walters etc. At 8 temporal happiness of virtue. Late confessions.
At 7 1/2 the preference of Barabbas and the scourging. I went out at 11 1/2 to Mr. Cottrill, Cassidy etc. Confessions all the evening till late. At 8 venial sin.
At 7 1/2 the crowning with thorns. Wrote to F. Eugene. Mr. Tillsley came to dine. At 8 on Drunkenness; I gave the pledge. One man and a few women took it so as to be heard. I understood that others did it secretly.
At 7 1/2 Simon of Cyrene and the women of Jerusalem. At 11 till 2 I went with F. Aloysius to Mr. Bennett, (90 cont.i.) Mr. Badger etc. Confessions all the afternoon. At 8 conversion of England.
At 7 1/2 the first 3 last words of J.C. on the cross. I invested in the red scapular and took 7 into the association. Baptised Mr. Robt. Freeman. At 8 the death of the just.
At 7 1/2 the last 4 words of J.C. Nothing in the evening; confessions from 3 till 12 at night. Whit Sunday May 15. Baptismal vows renewed at 7 1/2. I said Mass, a large communion, and gave thanksgiving after. At 11 F. Aloysius sung Mass, I deacon and preached after Gospel on Paradise. At 2 1/2 Mr. Davies of Wednesbury fetched me there. I preached on the pledge and gave it publicly to Montgomery. Mr. Davies brought me back and took F. Aloysius to begin a retreat there tonight. At 6 1/2 I preached the ricordi, gave the pledge, Papal Benediction and Benediction of the B. Sacrament. Then enrolled for the association up to 52, and invested in the two scapulars. Whit Monday May 16. Mass at 7. The omnibus being full, Mr. Gordon drove me to Birmingham. I saw the Bishop in the sacristy vested for a confirmation, then Gordon drove me to the oratory. Saw Newman, Dr. Moore etc. Then to the Snow Hill Station. Took R.W. 3rd lass at 11 1/2 to London thro' Oxford. Got to Paddington, walked off with my little bag, got a lift from Mr. Rouse from Kilburn. Feeney went to fetch my big bag. F. Joseph out. The old cat dead, as is supposed from eating a rat. Whit Tuesday May 17. Br. Peter went with Feeney to London. B. Casimir and B. Clement to Edgeware bury. I staid at home alone translating letters. Mr. Phil. Howard, and old Mrs. Canning paid us a visit. F. Joseph came back and went to dine at 5 with Mr. Walker. I went there at 7. Mr. and Mrs. and 2 Miss Bagshaws were there, and all our people.
Little Harting for instruction. At 4 went to Mr. Hall, had collation, and to Mrs. Walkers. She was out with Mrs Bagshaw. I saw the rest.
I said Mass at 3. At 5 went to Colney hatch, gave communion to 4 women, then to Barnett. Breakfast at Mrs. Hood's. Walked back thro' Whetstone, visiting all the Catholics I could find. Tea with Mrs. Rouse at the new house. Got home for the May devotions.
Said Mass of B. F. Paul, attended by numbers. Received Mrs. Ward into the Church. Gave exame in choir, visited the school, young Foskett etc. F. Joseph came back from Old Hall, where he went for the opening.
Said early Mass and took Mr. Walker's chaise to Kilburn, then bus to Blandford Squ. Acted as extraordinary for (90 cont.ii.) the nuns. Left at 4 1/2. walked to Kilburn, came with Mr. Rouse to our lane. Trin Sun May 22. Said 2 Masses, read Cardinal's pastoral for Church building, and preached on the presence of God. After benediction at 3 1/4, Feeney drove me to Kilburn. Took bus and had tea at Burns's. At 7 1/2 preached in Warwick St. and enrolled 51. Slept in Keppel St. where I found Mr. Heptonstall.
Said Mass at 1/4 6. Took R.W. at 7 1/2 to Rugby. Went to see the house of charity. R.d Richardson came down with me back, and saw me off to Leicester. There I had to wait 2 hours. Went and dined with F. Nickolds and Costello etc. at the Holy Trinity. Took R.W. at 1/4 3 to Coalville, saw Mr. Burt at the station. Phillipps's dog cart met me. I got to Grace Dieu at 4 1/2; we dined at 5 1/2. At 7 I preached on England and enrolled. Pugin came today. In bed at 12 1/2.
Mass at 8 1/2. At 12 walked with Phillipps to the Abbey, where I spoke to the monks in choir. We opened a book at the Abbey (39). We came back to dinner at 5. Pugin went off. I preached on A******* Christ, and enrolled again; in all 140.
Mass at 7. Sent in the dog cart to Caolville, took R.W. to London at 9.23. Stopped at Wilesden and walked home by 5. Called on McKinnas passing. Heard some confessions.
Duplicated; preached on the Eucharist, our Lord's example. After benediction went to Bunhill Row, preached on the heart of Jesus in Golden Lane chapel.
Mass at 8. I went to my sister **** Floris; took bus to Kensington to see Miss Prestwich. Enrolled all here (30). Walked to see the Elwes's and home to Bunhill Row. Preached on communion for the children. Miss Floris took my documents to Paris.
Mass at 8. Kept at home all day, writing preface to the supplement of Father Paul's life. Confessions from 6 till 10 1/2. II Sun aft Pent. May 29. Said Mass at 8; preached after 11 o'clock Mass which was sung by M. Petit (Marist) on educating children at night on morning all to go to Mass.
At home writing and translating. F. Aloysius called. Preached on the Pledge, announced it for Thursday.
Went to breakfast with my sister. Ld. Lyttelton, Wm. Do. Saw the Cardinal, got dinner at the oratory. Stopped at Mr. Harting's office 3 hours translating letters till he came in. Preached for the children on confession. Benediction.
Went on with my work translating and wrote letters. Confessions from 6 1/2. Preached on the convesrion of England. (90 cont.iii.)
I went to dine with Mrs. Reddin, did not see her husband. I then went to the oratory where I received a visit from W. Lyttelton. Saw Harting on my way home. Preached on the Pledge and administered it in public. Dr. McAuliff took it. Then I enrolled members for the association 74.
I went to see Harting. Came back and at 4 dined in Spicer St with the Marists. Confessions from 6. Preached on Confirmation. Enrolled 40.
Went to dine at Ld. Arundel's. Called at my sister's; saw there my brother and Althorp. Came home with a packet of old letters found at Spencer House. Confessions at 6 1/2 till 10. Lamb's Buildings June 5 1853. 2. (91) S. Joseph's 12. Barnet 2. S. Joseph's 5. Barnet 2. S. Joseph's 5. Winchester 7. 5 weeks. III Sun aft Pent. June 5. I sung Mass at 11. Mr. McSweeney read a pastoral from the Cardinal. I spoke to the children assembled for catechism at 3 3/4. Called on Mr. Anderson. At 7 preached a recapitulation; gave the pledge again; and enrolled in all 159.
I sent my bag by John Grimes to Mr. Augarde's. Went to see John Warner a sick Prot.t, 13 Huggin Lane, then to Dr. George's, saw Dr. Doyle and the Bishop. Back to dine at 5 in Keppel St. Took bus from Augarde's to Kilburn. Walked home by 8 1/2.
After dinner set off to Edgeware and Stanmore. Saw Mrs. Lyons, Mr. and Mrs. Keane. Had tea with Mrs. Austin at Edgeware on my return. Called at many houses in the Hyde. Home at 8 1/2.
Went to Harrow after dinner. Saw Mrs. Delaney in the street., the rest of Irish near Mr. Cunningham's. Then went to Harrow Weald, saw Mr. Munro at the College; Conway at Elmore's farm; tea with McAuliffe. Home at 10 1/2.
Went with F. Joseph by bus from Welsh Harp to the turn for Hampstead. Left him to go to Mr. Jackson, gone out. Mrs. Jackson lately confined. I went on to see Mr. O'Neill. Wrote for him to the Archbishop of Taunton, and dined at W. Rolfe's. Somerstown at 3. At 5 took R.W. Gr.t Northern to Barnet, Father Spencer charged here with a little girl for Mr. Hood. I had tea and walked home by Highwood hill and The Hale. Called and saw Mrs. Walker. Home at 11.
Mr. Walker took me to Mr. Jackson's, found him at breakfast. Took bus to Cheapside, saw Warner in Huggin Lane. Mr. Redford, 35 Farringdon St. Dined at Ld Arundel's. Called on Dr. Maguire about Barnet, Burns's and Mrs. Canning 15 Gloucester Pl. Met Mr. Walker at 7 at Kilburn and came home by 8. F. Aloysius gone to Barnet.
F. Joseph went to Deptford. I gave exame after vespers on the Sacred Heart. Busy with writing all day. IV Sun aft Pent. June 12. Duplicated, preached, catechised; received Mrs. Lyons into the Church, the rest went a walk. I staid writing for the Supplement to F. Paul. I got a tumble walking after dinner and could not walk.
Very rainy. Stopped in all day till evening, when I went to speak with Mr. Hall about the building.
Mr. Hall came up with Little to consult about the building. At 1 walked to London, saw Mr. O'Neill settled for his departure tomorrow. Saw Dr. Grant at De Bauneville's; tried to see F. Strickland. Home at 11. B. Clement went away. (91 cont.i.)
Went at 8 to Mr. Harting's; saw none but the children. A long talk with Mrs. Hall; visited the school, dined late. Went at 7 1/2 again to Harting's, saw him and the Walkers. Home at 9 1/2. Sent a letter to the Catholic Standard about the association.
At home all day. Gave exame after vespers. Medit.n began yesterday at 3. Alliguy at work in the house.
Translating the life of F. Ignatius of S. Joseph. Went to see Miss Byrne, Denny, etc. Mrs. Walker; tea with her. They are packing up ready to move to Barnet.
I walked to Barnet, calling on all the people at Whetstone. Started at 1, reached at 6. Tea with Mrs. Hood. V Sun June 19. Wrote a letter for Catholic Standard. Mass at 11, preached after the Gospel. After dinner I went to East Barnet to see Mrs. O'Keeffe, she was out. Miles Donnelly came at 2 this morning, walking from London.
Said Mass at 7 1/4. Came down to breakfast. Took communion 1st. to Bryan at Whetstone, then to Mr. and Mrs. Butler. Walked on to London, taking the road to Holloway by mistake. From Islington bus to see Mad.me Zulueta. Wrote some letters from Spanish Place House. Got some dinner at S. John's Wood chapel House. Saw Mr. Illsley there, President of Lisbon. Home at 7 1/2.
After Medit.n at 4 went to Red Hill work house to see Geo Brown. Tea with Mrs. Walker. At 8 gave an instruction in catechism at the school for converts; well attended.
Said Mass at 3 1/2. At 5 1/2 walked to London to see Mr. Beavan, by request of Mr. Philip Jones. I could not find him; he had just gone out. I breakfasted 2do. with Mr. Rolfe. Went to call on F. Strickland. Saw Bp Wilson at Mrs. Charles's and F. Luke Livermore (ol Br. Luke). Saw Mrs. Bunn and lunched at her house with Ly Caroline Bathurst and her two daughters. Took bus to see Warner in Huggin Lane. Walking back saw Mrs. Chisholm and Mr. Prendergast, editor of Catholic Standard. Saw F. Strickland, 9 Manchester St., and F. Ignazio. Walked to Kilburn where Mr. Robb took me up home.
Said Mass at 4 1/2 as workmen are about, for Mrs. Canning. Went to the work house, calling on Mr. Harting on the way; back to dinner. The house all confusion with builders. Meditation in our rooms! I went to give instruction in the school at 8.
The chapel wall being down, we had to watch. I was up from 12 1/2 to 1/4 4. Up again at 1/4 7. Mass at 8. About house all day.
We watched again. Mass at 4 1/2. Walked to (91 cont.ii.) Kilburn, except a mile lift by Mr. Rouse. 2nd. breakfast with Mr. Monsell and Manning. Saw Mrs. Cudmore in Blandford Square and Rev.d Mother. Saw Dr. Maguire and walked with him to Somerstown. Dined with Mr. Rolfe. Took R.W. at 5.5. to Barnet. Wrote letters at Underhill House. VI Sun aft Pent. June 26. Mass at Barnet at 11; preached. Wrote for the Standard. Dined at 5 with Mr. and Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Hood. Went to see the Miss Sampsons at Barnet. Back to tea. Talked til 11.
Mass at 7. Bus to R.W., 8.26 to London. Went to the Sabloniere to see M. Marzion (gone); bus to Hammersmith, dined with Mrs. and Mr. Canning. Walked to London, saw my sister, walked home. Went to tea with Mrs. Hall and to see Foskett. To bed at 10 1/2.
Up alone to Mattins. Mass at 4 1/2. Went to Mr. Hall's at 8. Foskett. Edgeware, Stanmore, school, home to dine at 5. Back again to the school for the instructions at 8.
I heard confessions till 8 when Mr. Walker's chaise took me to Barnet, to say Mass at 11 and preach. I took R.W. at 1.45 to London, saw the Elwes's, Mr. Bechan, Mrs. Cudmore. Had tea there; walked home by 10. F. Joseph gave communion to Foskett.
Up at 3, mattins at 3 1/2, then Masses. I anointed W. Foskett. Went again to the school and gave instructions.
Mrs. Walker came to Mass and worked all day in the village. At 4 I went to the workhouse. Tea at Mrs. Hall, Foskett.
At 8 1/2 I went with Feeney to the Harp; took Derry to London, Mr. Walker with me. Saw Mr. Lamb at the Cardinal's; Mrs. Cudmore dined there. Mr. Harting about the Broadway deeds. At 4 took R.W. to Winchester. Got there at 6 1/2. VII Sun aft Pent. July 3. I said Mass at 8; preached after 10 o'clock Mass, the opening. We dined at 2. Bp. Wilson of Hobart town and Mr. Alberry were with us. I went with them to Benediction at the convent. At 7 opening lecture and sermon on Death.
At 7 1/2 Mass, then med.n (agony in garden). Dinner at 2. Said Mattins in the nuns garden. At 8 Particular Judgement.
Med.n Judas. Day as yesterday. Giving instructions to Mrs. Morgan. Lecture contrition. Sermon Hell. Judgement.
Med.n Peter. Day as yesterday. Mr. Baigaut drawing (91 cont.iii.) master at the college dined with us. Saw D***** Joseph. Received Mrs. Morgan into the Church and Henry Palmer, who was already instructed. Lect confession. Sermon Mercy of God.
Day as usual. Med.n Pilate. Lect Imitation of J.C. Humility. Sermon venial sin.
Day as before. Med.n Simon of Cyrene. Lect Imitation of J.C. zeal for souls, conversion of England. Instead of sermon, instruction on prayer. I began enrolling in the sacristy. Wrote to F. Eugene.
Day as before, except saying mattins at home. Med.n the last words. Lect communion. Sermon Dolours of Mary. confessions till 10 1/4. Wrote to Ach.* Wigg Prosser. (92) Winchester July 10 1853. 4. S. Joseph's 3. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 5. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 4. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 2. Barnet 2. S. Joseph's 5. Wolverhampton 7. 5 weeks. VIII Sun aft Pent. July 10. I said Mass at 8. General Communion. After 10 o'clock Mass, sermon on Paradise. At 7 preached on the love of God with introduction on Perseverance. I was rather dry and low. Papal Benediction and Benediction of B. Sacrament.
Mich.l Meade came to confession. Mr. Collingridge and Malberry took me in a car to Highbridge to see a house which we might have. We called on Mrs. Cave; dined at 3. I said Mass at the convent at 9, and went to Benediction there at 4. It was the translation of S. Benedict's relics. At 7 a lecture on my conversion.
Mass at 8 1/2. Finished a letter to Catholic Standard. At 12 went to see a man called Barker in Redstone's house, Middle Brook St. At 2 1/2 dined with Mr. Alberny, Mr. Collingridge too. Visited the nuns, Mrs. Cave, Mr. Davy, Mr. Baigaut and his boy George at tea at 6. At 7 another lecture on my conversion. Talked to Mr. Collingridge till 11 1/4.
I said Mass at 9; gave communion to Michael Meade. At 12 1/2 luncheon; at 1.10 took R.W. 3rd class to London reading Gentili's life. Bus to Oxford St. Derry's to St. Joseph's by 8 1/4. Father Aloysius at Barnet for a business at Mill Hill
F. Joseph went to London to settle about a retreat at Spanish Pl. I gave exame; staid at home. F. Aloysius home at 8.
I wrote a long letter to F. Eugene about the state of things here. After dinner went a round among the barns about Hyde and Kingsbury, to see the Irish in them. Supper with Mr. Harting.
I went at 7 1/2 to give communion to Mrs. Hennessy. Back in time to run off to the Harp and take the bus to London. Saw Mr. Harting, walked twice that distance by mistake. Bus to Kentish Town. Dined with Mr. Herdel. Walked to Underhill House, calling ***** where on the way. F. Joseph was there. I worked with Mr. Walker to prepare the altar as we are to hear Mass here. To bed at 12 1/2. IX Sun aft Pent. July 17. Said Mass at 8 and left the B. Sacrament in the tabernacle at Mr. Walkers by permission of the Cardinal. Took bus to Highgate, walked to Kentish Town. Preached on S. Alesis at 11 o'clock Mass. Mr. Herdel and I dined with Mrs. Thompson; took a walk after. I called on Mrs. Savage. Mr. Ivers did not come and so I preached again at 7, a sort of sermon of ricordi, Acts xv.36. I then walked to the Redcap, bus to London, bus to Kilburn. Walked home by 12.
F. Joseph at Spanish Pl for the courts. Br. Peter (92 cont.i.) gone begging. At 12 1/2 I went to Edgeware bury calling on Mrs. Hall. Saw some people there in a barn where a child has been born. Tea with Mrs. Martin. Mr. Martin drove me to Edgeware, and I got home at 8 1/2.
I wrote letters. At 4 1/2 went to Mr. Warner's and McKenna's. Back to supper. Then to instructions at the school house; not well attended. Home at 9 1/2.
Wrote to my brother, Josephine Leech etc. I went to Mr. Hall's at 4 1/2, then to see a Catholic servant at Mr. Black's on the road to Edgeware. Back to Mr. Hall's to tea. I waited for the chance of a row among the Irish, which Mr. Hall expected, but none happened. Home at 10 1/2.
Wrote a letter for the Standard; at home till supper. Instructions at Hyde well attended. Home at 9 1/2. At 11 1/2 a sick call to a barn (Mr. Goodchild's); back to Mattins.
After dinner walked to Blandford Square, heard some nuns confessions. At 5.5 took R.W. Gt. Northern to Barnet. After tea we went to the town, took off the thrown, brought it down and fixed it at Underhill House. Worked till 12.
Mass at 7. Took communion to Mr. and Mr. Bryan, and Mr. and Mrs. Butler. Got dinner at Mrs. Rouse's. Home at 3 before F. Aloysius started for Barnet. At 8 o'clcok I went to Kingsbury Green, expecting a row, none happened. I stopped at Mr. Hall's till 10 1/2. X Sun aft Pent. July 24. Said the 2 Masses, preached and catechised. At 7 I had instructions at the school. Saw the sick Irish girl in Field's Barn. Home at 9 1/2. After Mass there was a meeting for the school. Mr. Walker dined with us.
I was called to a woman in Nickold's Barn, laid up after a row last night. Back to say Mass at 8. Wrote again to Miss Leech. I went to Nickold's barn again, to Allen's, Mrs. Hall's, Field's barn. Home at 8. Received Mrs. Allen into the Church.
Mass at 8. Saw Mrs. Hall about her retreat. A baptism. Finished letter to the Standard. F. Eugene came in after dinner. He has to attend a meeting of the Provincial's tomorrow at Ford's. After supper I went to the school, back at 9 1/2. Found De Bauneville and Chas Englefield come for the night. I slept out of our own room. No one up for Mattins.
F. Eugene and I went by Derry at 9. We sat with F. Joseph an hour at Spanish Place. Then I left him with Pagani at Ford's. I called on Dr. Wilson, dined at Floris's. Took R.W. at 5.5 to Barnet. Found Mrs. Hall come for a retreat. I set her on to it. Said rosary and night prayers at 9.
Mass at 7. I called on Mrs. O'Keefe at East (92 cont.ii.) Barnet, dined at 1 1/2. Went thro' Barnet, Mill Hill, Hendon to Hyde. I gave the instruction at the school, then home at 9 1/2.
Wrote to Mr. Monteith, Dr. Newman etc. Gave exame after vespers. Went to see the little girl in the Barn.
Brannen drove me to Cricklewood. I walked to Hampstead, saw Mrs. Wilkinson. Bus to London. Saw F. Joseph, Mr. Harting. R.W. at 5.5 to Underhill House. Talked to Mrs. Hall about her retreat etc. XI Sun aft Pent. July 31. Mass at 8 and 11. Catechism and benediction at 3 1/2. Drove the pony to Kentish town and back by 11 1/2. Preached for the association; enrolled 52.
Mass at 7. walked by Totteridge and the Hale home. Called all round the Hyde.
Letters to F. Faber etc. At 5 1/2 went to Fields barn. Tea at Mrs. Hall's. Instructions in the school at 8, well attended.
Mrs. Walker at Mass. At 10 I went to Edgeware, Stanmore, Mrs. Kenning's to see Mr. Barnett (saw Mrs. B.), Bushey, Watford and home at 1/4 12. Dined at Mr. Keane's, tea at Mr. Murray's. Saw David Cooper with his wife. 22 miles; not tired.
At home till dinner. At 5 went with F. Aloysius to Mr. Harting's where Mr. Parkinson is staying. I went on to the school for the instruction. He returned home. Exame at 2 1/2 ***** Dominia.
Corrected proof of F. Paul's life. Wrote to Mr. Manning. Mr. Hall busy removing the bell from between the poplars. I at home all day.
Mass at 3 1/4. At 5 set off with Feeney to Sudbury. At 7.20 R.W. to wolverhampton. Got to the convent at 4 1/4. Opened retreat at 6. XII Sun aft Pent Aug 7. I slept at Mrs. Brown's. 1st med.n (The Agony) at 6. 2nd med.n at 9 1/2 to escape the disturbance of High Mass at 10 1/2, Transfiguration. Sin ************** etc. Dined at 1. At 3 on poverty. At 5 1/2 venial sin. I went to preach in the pub.c chapel after vespers, on Ireland.
Worked at letter for Catholic Standard.
Finished letter for the Standard at Mrs. Brown's.
S. Lawrence. 6 Peter. 10 1/2 Kingdom of Xt and 2 (92 cont.iii.) Standards. Translated the intrezione della Propaganda for F. Eugene. 3 Prayer (Adoration, Thanksgiving). 6 Fraternal charity.
Herod. 10 1/2 zeal for souls. 3 conditions and qualities for prayer. 6 conversion of England. At 7 1/2 I preached in the pub.c chapel on the association and gave benediction. Had supper with the priests, Mr. Fanning, Duckett, and Tom Telford. Enrolled 52.
At 6 simon and the daughters of Jerusalem. 10 1/2 temporal happiness of the Just. 3 Meditation. 6 Death of the just. Miss Beech came from Bloxwich to se me. At 8 a general confession at the Priest's House.
Fast. 6 First 3 words on the cross. Miss Beech again. 10 1/2 Devotion to the B.V.M. 3 Humility. 6 Dolours of B.V.M. I went to finish the general confession of last night. Wolverhampton Aug 14 1853. 2. Aston 1. (93) S. Joseph's 1. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 4. Hammersmith, McKeen's 1. S. Joseph's 1. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 6. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 6. Hammersmith convent 1. S. Joseph's 2. Barnet 2. S. Joseph's 1. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 3. 5 weeks. XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 14. 6 last 4 words. 9 1/4 Paradise. I then took a car ride to preach at S. Patrick's for England. Back to dinner. 3 Communion. 5 1/2 love of God. After vespers at 6 1/2 I preached om Temperance in the public chapel, gave the pledge ( a few answered) and enrolled up to 113.
Mass at 6 1/2, General Communion. After it ricordi and Papal Benediction. At 10 1/2 I gave the habit to two postulants, Mary Gibbons and Robinson of W.Hampton, and preached. Then took R.W at 12 1/4 to Stafford, and walked to Aston to see F. Louis. Talked to him and F. Leonard. Gave benediction at 6.
F. Leonard walked with me to Stone. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Hunt, the Sylvesters, the fine new convent with Mr. Trinow the new priest, Mrs. Beech and Louisa. Tok R.W. at 11 1/2; reached Harrow at 7.10. Mr. Sang was there, took me to tea at Keston. Feeney was also waiting, and came home with me by 9.
I said Mass at 9, having mistaken the time in a long talk with F. Aloysius. After dinner went to London to see about a preacher. I was after McMullen but he is in Ireland. At 8 took R.W. to Barnet.
Mass at 7. At 10.26 R.W. to London. Went towards Islington to try for Oakley, but heard that he was out. Then to Kentish town; a talk with Miss Ivers. Bus to London; lunch with Mr. Lamb at Golden Square. Called on Dr. Wilson for him at Bank. Again Islington bus; secured Oakley, then to Spicer St., bus and walking. Got one to sing Mass for Oakley on Sunday week. Bus to Tottenham Court Road, and then to Kentish town. Supper with Mrs. Thompson and Mr. Herdel. Settled with Mr. Barratt; walked home by 12 1/2.
Went to see Mr. Hall at breakfast. Walked to Kilburn, bus to Burns's. Got a circular and tickets printed. Dined at 5 with Mr. Wilds and Dr. Maguire. Again to Burns directing circulars till 9 1/2. Tea at Spanish Place with Mr. Reardon. Walked home by 12 1/2.
Went to see Mr. Harting and Hall about circulars, packed up near 50. Back to dinner. In the evening Mrs. Keen called. Mrs. Walker came to begin her retreat, lodging at Vickers's. XIV Sun aft Pent. Aug 21. I said Mass at 8; preached at 11 1/4. Catechism at 3 1/2. Mr. Presciotti called. At 7 instructions in the school.
I went to London; saw Mr. Kaye at Spanish Place, Mr. Old; dined at 1 1/2 with Mr. Martin. Took bus to Waterloo (93 cont.i.) Station. R.W at 4 to Barnes, walked to Roehampton to see after Dr. Morris; he is away. Saw Mad.me ********** and Mad. Clifford. Walked to Mrs. Keene's at Hammersmith to sleep.
Said Mass at the new church at 8; breakfast at Mrs. Keene's. Sent off circulars. Walked to Kensington, saw Miss McKensie and the Cl*** girls. Bus to London, walked home, eating at Mrs. Allies's and Mr. O'Neals. Got home at 6 1/2. Started again to Mrs. Walker at Vickers's, and to the school for instruction at 7 1/2. Tea at Mr. Hall's coming back home at 10.
Started after dinner for Barnet. Called on Mrs. Rouse and all the Catholics about Whetstone. Got to Mr. Walker at 7. Had tea etc., very sleepy.
Mass at 7. Went to Barnet, saw Miss Stevens, Miss Hibbert, and Mrs. Reardon her old servant. Called down to the train; took R.W. at 10.26 to London. Tried to find a priest to sing Mass. Saw the Elwes ladies, 11 Percy St. Got to the Hyde for the instructions; then to Mr. Hall for a meeting over the opening Hartings, Mrs. Latham etc. Tea and supper; home at 11 1/2.
Off again to London, first going to the Hyde and back. Found a subdeacon, Dr. Storck, 1 Manchester St. Home at 12 1/2. I said my mattins in Islington church, while Mr. Oakley was going thro' the via crucis.
I went to the village to see Varley, Mrs. Hall's convert. The rest at home. F. Joseph off to Barnet and Belgium. XV Sun aft Pent. Aug 28. Our great opening. I said Mass at 9 1/2 and at 11 1/2. F. Aloysius at 8. Oakley preached. We had Mr. Burnett and 7 other men and 2 Ladies to sing. They staid to dine and tea in the garden till 6. No catechism or Benediction. I went to give a lecture at Brannen's, on the religious state of England. Home at 8 1/2.
I went to London to lodge the money in the Bank, and then to Kensington and had a long talk with Miss Thornton at the convent. Walked to dine with Mr. and Mrs. Burton, Dutchess St. At 7 walked home.
Wrote a letter for the Catholic Standard. To the village after dinner. Denny gone off wild to hang himself. Instructions at 7 1/2.
Finished my letter. At 12 1/2 started with it to London. 2nd. dinner with Mr. Bennett and Rich.d. Went to Golden Square, saw Gawthorns. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet. Detained an hour at Hornsey for a great accident at 5.
Mass at 7. Went all about Barnet. Saw the new school going. Dined at 1 1/2 with Wrs. Walker. Home by Edgeware (93 cont.ii.) to Hyde. Instructions at 7 1/2. Tea with Mrs. Hall. Home at 10.
At 4 went to Hyde; gave instructions in school. Varney - Ann Mantle - Mary Allissey - Denny. Home at 1/4 8.
At home all day; wrote letters; settled accounts. F. Aloysius went to Barnet. Painters went away. XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 4. Day passed as Aug 21 till 5 1/2. Went with B. Casimir to tea at Mr. Hall's and to the lecture at Brannen's as Aug 28.
I was busy writing a letter to the Catholic Standard, and to the General for a relick of F. Paul (or Sep 6.).
Today the letter to the General, and many more. At 2 went to the school, to Edgeware to see a sick Irishman; instructions in the school.
At 8 to London. Saw Mr. Garthorn and Countess Colloredo. Dined at Floris's, bus to Kensington to see Mrs. Canning at the convent' slept there.
At 6 preached to Mrs. Canning, before the 6 Mothers, and she made her renewed consecration after 25 years. Said Mass at 6 1/2 and served the chaplain's. Mrs. Walker came this morning to see the nuns etc. I preached to them all at 11 on the Nativity B.V.M. Went to see Mrs. Keen; bus to London. Walked to Kilburn. Went with Mr. Rouse to diner, then the school for instructions, and home.
Said last Mass. Gave a short exame at 4, went to Mr. Harting. Tea at Mrs. Hall's. A good talk with Mr. Hall; home at 9.
Before dinner went to see Mrs. Warner. At 12 to London, saw Dr. Storck. At 5.5. R.W. to Colney Hatch to see a man (Tighe) nearly dead. Walked to Underhill House by 8. XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 11. Mass at 8 and 11. Breakfast in the school; went to workhouse. Dined at 2 at Underhill Ho. At 3 1/2 catechism and Benediction. B. Peter and young Bradley were there. Called on Miss Hibbert; lecture at 7. Opened the archconfraternity. Mr. ***chan to supper.
Walked to Colney Hatch to give communion etc. Tighe was dead, the women not prepared. Back to dine at 1 1/2. Finished letter to the Standard. Went to Bays hill and Woodcock hill where I baptised a child, and home thro' Ellstree (20 miles).
Staid at home till 4 1/2, then walked to Hendon (tea at Mr. Rouse's). On to Underhill House. Saw Mrs. Stevens and old Butlin. (93 cont.iii.)
Went again to Colney Hatch. Gave communion to 4 women. Back to Underhill House to dine at 1. Mrs. H. Dolan and Mrs. Hall were there with other ladies. I went to Barnet Commn to see Dr. Smith, then Mrs. Reardon. Home by Totteridge to the instructions at the Hyde.
Corrected 3 pieces of proof for the 3rd. Vol of B. Fr. Paul. Wrote letters. Fr. Leonard arrived at 4 1/2.
At home till 1/2 5 when I went to Mrs. Hall to tea. F. Aloysius was there on his way to Acton to ***** for Mr. Bones. Miss Clare Gibson and Miss Pitchford were there. I went to the school for instructions. Mr. Ward and Mr. Smith there.
I went out at 8 3/4. Took bus from the Welsh Harp. Saw Mr. Searle in Manchester St. Dr. Maguire making difficulties about many things. Dined at Floris's. Saw Mr. Allies in his office. Bus to Kilburn; home at 6 1/2. Confessions. (94) S. Joseph's Sep 18 1853. 3. Barnet 1. St. Joseph's 3. Barnet 2. Hammersmith 1. St. Joseph's 1. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 2. Oxburgh 11. Lynn 1. Peterborough 1. S. Wilfrid's 8. Wigan 1. Blackburn 1. Manchester 1. Levenshulme 1. S. Anne's 2. Golden Squ. 1. 6 weeks. XVIII Sun aft Pent. Sep 18. Young Bradley here to finish. Wrote a letter to the Cath Standard on Lord Clarendon. Ran down to Brannens for the lecture on the High Church party. We had singing at the end. F. Leonard at Barnet. F. Aloysius at Acton.
Feeney had a fever. I went after dinner to Edgeware, called in Mr. Robinson; returned to meet him. Mr. Kaye was at S. Joseph's. F. Aloysius came home late.
I went at 11 to London, Dr. Maguire's. Bus to Kensington convent. Walked to Kings Cross R.W. at 6 to Underhill House. Mr. Sheehan and Mrs. at tea and supper.
After breakfast went to Capt. Trotter's (not at home), then to Miss Hibbert's ( a good talk ). Dined at 1 with Mrs. Walker. Called on Mrs. Sheehan, by Totteridge and Hale to Mrs. Hall's to tea. Instructions at 7 1/2.
At home till 4. Gave exame upstairs. Went to the school and round the Hyde to Mr. Hall's at 7. F. Aloysius was there. Talked over plan for the house, schools etc., very agreeably. We got home late at 10.
I think at home all day, till the instruction in the school.
I went to Barnet after dinner; then Stanmore, Ellstree etc. Saw Mrs. Lyons, Keane etc. XIX Sun aft Pent Sep 25. After 1st Mass went to give communion to Mrs. Reardon. Wrote a letter on Lord Palmerston at Miss Hibbert's begun last night. Dined with Dr. and Mrs. Smith. Home to catechism; no benediction for want of boys etc. Mr. and Mrs. Rouse were there. Lecture at night on the High Church.
Gave communion to Bryan and Mr. and Mrs. Butler. Then ran to Colney hatch station and went to London. Saw the Elwes'es, Mr. McAvila. Luncheon for dinner in Keppel St with Miss Mary Walker and Burns. Walked to Kensington, saw Miss Prestwick, then to Hammersmith, saw Hensage. Slept at Mrs. Cannings.
I went to the Sacre Coeur at Roehampton; said Mass at 8 1/2; spoke to the nuns and pupils at 10 in the school. Went back to dine with Mrs. Canning at 12. Went to Golden Squ. to see Dr. Maguire about Ld Albans (cold water), and Mr. Gawthorn about my letters. Got home in good time.
Mrs. Martin and family to communion and had breakfast. I got an early dinner. Went to Hyde, heard Varney's confession. Went on to Edgeware. Instructed Mrs. ******. On (94 cont.i.) to Barnet, called on Miss Hibbert till 6, then tea with Dr. Procter. Found Cap.n and Mrs. Robinson at Underhill House.
Mass at 1/4 7. At 8 started to Cap Trotter's; he was gone out. Saw Mr. ******. Came back to the school, then home. Wrote letters; dined at 1. Walked home to S. Joseph's by 6 1/2. F. Aloysius and B. Casimir came home at 8 1/2. A letter from Mr. Gawthorn to stop my letter.
I went to the **ion work house and had 1 1/2 hours talk with Mr. Pemberton the chaplain. Dined with Mrs. Hall at 1 1/2. Went home and back to the village. Received Varney into the Church. Tea with Mr. Hall. Back to instructions at 7 1/2.
Balaam drove me to Kilburn; bus to bank. Boy to Shoreditch. R.W. at 11 1/2 to Brandon. Mr. Thorpe came to take me with Mr. Longman's mule and gig to Oxburgh. 10 miles in more than 3 hours. Frank Marshall and Dinah in the house; Dinah Tarbuck. XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 2. Mass at 10; preached at the opening. catechism at 3. At 6 1/2 duties to God, then the soul.
Medit.n at 7, the Agony, then Mass. Dined at 1. At 7 duties to our neighbour and selves and death. I walked all day with Frank to see the people; beautiful day. As I heard that my last letter was inserted I wrote another yesterday and today to the Standard.
We looked over the hall. I translated a good bit of Pad Ignazio di s. Giuseppe.
Rain. 7 S. Peter; some confessions. At 7 confession.
At 7 scourging and crowning with thorns. At night imitation of J.C. and the Mercy of God. Received Mrs. Bird and her daughter Mrs. Durrant into the Church.
At 7 the 7 last words. At night, prayer and the death of the just. Received Mrs. Galloway. Some translation of the life.
At 7 the Dolours of B.V.M. Nothing at night but confessions. XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 9. At 8 about 30 communions. Preached 1/2 an hour before on communion; after 1/4 thanksgiving. Mass at 10 1/2; after it, Paradise. At 3 Catechism. At 6 1/2 Perseverance and ricordi sine stripitu. Papal Benediction. enrolled 40 odd members.
Sent off a letter to the Standard. Went with Frank to call on some laggers. After dinner others, the opposite way. (94 cont.ii.)
Received Thos. Tuddenham into the Church. The best night at confessions.
Mass at 8, 12 communions. Went with the mule and gig and Frank to give communion to old Galloway, then to Stoke. Called on 2 Catholics, and on to Mr. Curtis's farm, he was out. Saw Miss Johnson. Back to tea and fish. Lecture on the parties of England and their ********* to Catholicity. We went to Hampson's this morning; I had to go again at night and heard Teresa's confession, sick in bed.
Mass at 8. 64 enrolled in all. At 10 Mr. Lamb drove me to Lymm; dined with Mr. Rigby. Mr. Lamb went away, then I went about the town with Mr. Rigby. At 7 1/2 a lecture as above. Benediction. Staid talking with Mr. Rigby till 12.
Mass at 8. Enrolled in all 18. Took R.W. at 10 to Peterboro'. Met by Mr. Seed there at 12.15. Went about with him. Attended the Cathedral service at 3. Said vespers, mattins etc. in the Stalls. Dined at 4 1/2 with Mr. Collis. Preached at 7 1/2; slept at Mr. Collis's
Mass at 6. R.W. at 7.25 to Leicester. Thence 10.10 to Burton, 11.35. Wrote to Mrs. Walker. 12.45 to Oakmoor. 1.55 walked to S. Wilfrid's with Br. Wilfrid, oratorian going to visit his friends. Found a house full of our Fathers and Brothers. Fine talk with F. Eugene.
Mass in time of Prime. Talked over F. Gaudentius's rules with him. F. Vincent came and Dr. Ullathorne with Mr. Eastcomb. XXII Sun aft Pent. Oct 16. Mass as yesterday. High Mass by Dr. Ullathorne at 10 1/2, then confirmation, 28 confirmed. Vespers at 4. The Bishop preached on B. F. Paul a long sermon. Benediction by the Provincial at 7. I wrote a letter to the Catholic Standard.
F. Eugene sung Mass at 10. I preached after it on F. Paul's zeal for souls. Vespers at 3. Benediction at 7. F. Honorius came.
High Mass at 10 by Bp Ullathorne. Dr. Grant who came last night preached. Mess.rs Dunne, Gubbins, Robt. Simpson came to dinner. Dr. Ullathorne went away after. After vespers at 3 Dr. Grant gave the relick to kiss. At 7 Te Deum and Benediction by Dr. Grant (association 363).
Dr. Grant went away. I wrote an account of the Triduum for the Catholic Standard, and copied it for the Univers. regular day. F. Vincent and F. Honorius went away.
Writing letters; conferences with Religious. Gave exame after vespers on behaviour among seculars. (94 cont.iii.)
At home all day. As yesterday conferences with the Students.
R.W. at 10 from Oakmoor to Crewe and Sutton at 3. Dined. F. Bernardine out. At 8 R.W. to Wigan, Mr. Walls's. Talked till 12. Sat up writing for Standard till 2. XXIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 23. Said Mass at 8 1/2. Preached after 11 o'clock Mass. Enrolled 42. R.W. at 2 1/2 to Bolton. Mr. John Polding's man brought a gig to drive me to Blackburn. Preached at 6 1/2; did not enrol. Mr. Meany having a company of his own.
Mass at 7 1/2 for the nuns ********** D. Saw Mr. Keaye at the old church etc. At 12 R.W. to Manchester. Dined at 2 with Mr. Croshall. I went to see Miss Prout. Back to preach at 7 1/2. Enrolled 148 tonight.
Mass at 7. At 9 went by bus to Levenshulme with Mr. Richardson. Was occupied all day with old Mr. Leech. It ended by his receiving communion and Ext. Unction from Mr. Unsworth and Mr. Grimshaw, a convert, the proprietor. I stopped and slept at Charles Marshall's.
Mass at Levenshulme chapel. Walked to Manchester; dined with Mr. Crummack, a little more with Dr. Tu***** at Salford. Ran to the station and took R.W. at 3.15 to Sutton, where the consecration was just over. Dr. Goss went to sleep at Miss Orrell's.
I sung Mass at 10. Dr. Goss preached. We had a great cold dinner. At 4 vespers, I preached. After Benediction enrolled 13.
I took R.W. at 8 to Harrow 6.10. Balaam met me with the cart. Called for tea at Mr. hall, saw F. Aloysius there, and went on to Kilburn. Walked on to the Sabloniere to see Mr. Marzione come from France. Went to sleep at the Cardinal's.
Said Mass at 7 and served Monsgr. Wild. I went about with Mr. Marzione till I had to start at 6 for Barnet; found Joseph Leech there. Barnet Oct 30 1853. 2. S. Joseph's 2. (95)
Keppel St. 1. St. Joseph's 1. Fulham 2. S. Jos 1. Barnet 1. S. Jos 10. Barnet 2. S. Jos 3. Barnet 1. S. Joseph 4. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 2. Oratory, Birmingham 1. Southport 7. 6 weeks. Dec 10 1853. XXIV Sun aft Pent. Oct 30. Regular Barnet Sunday. Josephine Leech with Mrs. Walker.
Took R.W. with Mr. Walker at 8.26. Saw the Elwes's, 53 Great Clarendon St. Luncheon at Golden Square Walked home.
Said Mass at 8. Preached after 2nd. Mass. Benediction at 3. Tea at Mrs. Harting's; called in the village. Instruction at 7 1/2.
Balaam drove me to Kilburn, took bus for the Sabloniere. Called about the city etc. with Mr. Marzione; dined with him at 6 1/2 and slept at the Sabloniere. I wrote a petition for Aston to the Propagation de la Foi. He sent it.
Said Mass at Warwick St. Breakfast with McMullen. Visited more hauts with Mr. Marzion. At the Marists we had a check. Dined at 5 in Keppel st. Went with Charles Walker to the Sabloniere for the meeting about Mr. Marzion's affairs, which came to no success. I slept in Keppel St.
Mass at 7 1/2; walked home by 1. At 7 went to the school, instructed, and back with Mr. Balaam.
At 2 1/2 went to Mr. Hall's new house, then to Varney and Mrs. Harford, then walked to Kensington. Had tea with Mrs. Canning at the convent, called at Mr. Keen's, and went on to Fulham. Wrote some of a letter for the Standard. XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 6. Said Mass at 8 1/2. Preached on education at the 10 1/2 Mass, sung by Mr. Mahe. Vespers at 3 1/2. I preached on the conversion of England. After benediction enrolled 23. Saw Mr. Marshall, Frank's father.
Went off early and said Mass at 7 1/2 at the convent Kensington. Stopped till 1/4 1 talking to Miss Thornton, Mrs. Jerningham, Sister Louisa. Went to dine at Lord Arundel's. Tried to see Mr. Marzion; bus to Kilburn, walked home.
After dinner went thro' Mill Hill to Barnet. At 5 1/2 found Dr. Faa and F. Aloysius there. They went away at 7.
Mr. Walker's vacation just now. Mass later at 7 1/4. Josephine had one of her fits. I went to see Miss Stevens and Miss Hibbert, then turned again to look for Mr. Dillon at Hadley. Saw the two bogs (By fields). Dined at 1 1/2. Walked home to Hyde just in time for the instructions. McCarthy went with me to Hendon. Home at 8 1/2.
Went with Balaam in the cart to London. Saw the Elwes's, Mrs. wilkinson. Lunched at Mr. Porratt's with her. Saw (95 cont.i.) my sister and Caroline. At 5 Mr. Marzion before his going off to France. Had tea with Mrs. Pratt, formerly Miss Littlebridge, 5 Upper Berkley St. Another cup at Mr. Wyndham's, 14 Blandford Squ. Walked home by 11.
Went to see Mr. Hall who was alone at home; bought 3 pigs of him. Went to the school and Varney. Home to dine at 12. Gave exame after vespers. Went again to the instruction at the school at 7.
I staid in all day. F. Leonard having gone on Tuesday to Grace Dieu, was not returned till 11 tonight, and so F. Aloysius had to go to Barnet. A little boy under Miss Scanlan's care (Cooper) came to stay 3 or 4 days. XXVI Sun aft Pent. Nov 13. I said Mass at 8, F. Leonard at 10 1/2. I preached on the Epistle I Thess 1.10. F. Leonard catechised. We had the devotions of the triduum, 1st day. At 3 o'clock I gave Benediction and the lecture at Brannen's (The Evangelicals).
At home till after the Triduum and Benediction by F. Leonard. Mrs. Walker then came to say that the plan of Mrs. Budd and Miss Elwes going to Underhill had broken down. I walked off, dined with Cap. Lancaster. Saw the Elweses and got home at 11 1/2.
I think I was all day at home. Concluded the Triduum.
Feast of B. Father Paul. We sung Mattins. I sung Mass at 8. We had solemn vespers at 3. F. Aloysius and I went to a school meeting at Mr. Hall's; home at 11 1/2.
At home. After dinner Mr. Elwes came and paid me a long visit. B. Joseph and F. Gaudentius came.
It was a fine frost. I went after dinner to the school, Edgeware (Coffee with Mr. Austin), Stanmore. Back for instructions at 7 1/2. Home at 9.
I walked to London (with B. Joseph as far as Paddington). F. Gaudentius went to Canterbury. I re breakfasted with Mr. Bracciotti. At Burns's blessed a crucifix for Mrs. Watts Russell. Saw Mr. Gawthorn. Took R.W. at 12.30 to Barnet; dined there. Called on Mrs. Morris and Mrs. Cole, then Miss Hibbert. Had tea with her and a long controversy. XXVII last Sun aft Pent. Nov 20. Regular Barnet Sunday. Lecture at 7 very barely attended, on the Methodists.
Took communion to Bryan and Mr. and Mrs. Butler; home at 12. F. Eugene came to see about the enlarging the house.
Wrote letters. After dinner Mr. Hall was here to (95 cont.ii.) look over the plans of the new building for the Students. I corrected the proof of the first piece of the 2nd. Vol of Da Bergamo. Mr. and Mrs. Walker came to see F. Eugene. At 7 I went to Mr. Hall's to consult again. Home at 1/4 10.
After dinner went to the school; back again home for complin and supper. F. Eugene gave a discourse and closed the visit. I went again to the Instruction; it was a thick fog. I had to feel my way by the step. Home at 9.
F. Eugene and I went in Balaam's cart as far as the great Western station. I went on to see after getting a 100 Pounds. Called on Miss Nutt, Mr. Lecher, Zulueta, Mr. Keen etc. Wrote letters at Miss Floris's. At 7 dined with my sister, then walked thro' snow and wet to the Grt. Northern. Took R.W. at 9 1/2 to Barnet. Began a letter for the Standard before bed.
Went to give communion to Mrs. Reardon; came down to dine at 1. Renewed the arrangements for the Elweses. Baptised Mr. Coleshield. Walked to Hyde, saw Varney and Mrs. Little. Instruction at 7 1/2. Saw Mr. Hall on my way home.
I started for London at 9., but finding letters at the Harp came back. Went to Mr. Hall after dinner. Mr. Ca**ell and Darley to talk to. This was a blessed heavy day. I Sun in Adv. I said last Mass. F. Aloysius preached, I catechised. I lectured at Brannen's on Methodism. Called at Mr. Hall's after.
I walked to the Elweses; dined at 2 with Mr. McAvila. Took bus to Brook Green, saw Mr. Bird. Walked home calling on Mr. Glenis, and on Mrs. Canning for tea.
Went to Mr. Hall at 9. Then a long explanation with Mr. and Mrs. Harting. Called on Mrs. Allissey. Dined with the Hartings and Mr. Bird at 1. Mess.rs Bird, Harting and Hall came up for a consultation about S. Joseph's. I walked to Barnet calling on Mr. Holgate and old Bryan.
Mass at 8. Saw Mrs. Reardon; back to dinner at 1. Walked to Hyde for instructions at 7 1/2. Called at Mr. Hall's. F. Gaudentius came.
I went by Mr. Hall's advice to Mr. Jackson, who took up the cause of S. Joseph's nobly. He took me to town. I lunched at Floris's. Called to see Mr. Pemberton. Went to Hampstead in a cab with the 2 Mess.rs Hartings and ****court, to dine with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph. Walked home by Mr. Hall's.
Mr. Hall came to meet Mr. Chadley, Mr. Jackson's man, then drove me to Kilburn. By cab I just got in time to take R.W. from Paddington at 11.30 to Leamington, 2.50. Dined with Miss Neville and Mr. Jeffries. Mary Wykes, whom I wanted to see, gone away. Lavinia Neville not there. I took R.W. at 5.35 to (95 cont.iii.) Birmingham. Left my bags at the other station. Slept at the oratory. Heard Dalgairns lecture.
Mass at 7. A talk to Newman and Dalgairns. Went to ****** St. station; took R.W. to Liverpool at 11.30. Saw Br. Michael there; took dinner at his lodging, 38 Warren St. Cab to station. R.W at 5.30 to Southport, wrote journal etc. II Sun in Advent. Dec 4. I said Mass at 8 1/2, Mr. Abraham at 10 1/2. I preached the opening after it. At 3 1/2 catechised the children. At 6 1/2 vespers. I preached on the soul. Benediction. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Edge, Mr. and Mrs. Stokes.
I said Mass at 7 1/2. Medit.n on Passion (introd). Mr. Abraham's Mass after. We went in a cab to see Mr. Neasham and Mr. Greenough. Dined at 1 1/2. At 7 lecture. Introduction and duties to God begun. Sermon on sin striplice peccato etc. Some confessions. I translated for F. Eugene
Translated for F. Eugene and sent off a packet. 7 duties to God. 8 Death of the sinner.
Confessions all day. 7 Duties of children and parents. 8 General Judgement. confessions till 1/4 11.
Correcting piece of Da Bergamo.
Letters from Mrs. Walker, Josephine, Fr. Prov.l enclosing a Grand *** of F. Gaudentius.
Wrote a long letter to F. Prov.l about F. Gaudentius's letter. Confessions all day besides. Not in bed till after 1 these 3 nights. (96) Southport Dec 11 1853. 9. S. Joseph's 1. Barnet 1. St. Jos 7. Stapehill 2. Keppel St. 1. St. Austin's, Manchester 1. Newton Heath 6. St. Austin's 1. Acton 1. St. Joseph's 2. Barnet 1. St. Joseph's 1. 5 weeks. III Sun of Adv.t Dec 11. Said Mass at 8 1/2; after 10 1/2 Mass, Mercy of God. At 3 1/2 catechism to children on confirmation. At 7 confessions (Go shew etc.). 8 the Procrastinators.
8 Herod. 7 at night Prayer, the different acts. 8 Drunkenness.
Dr. Turner called at dinner time. 7 conditions of prayer. 8 Venial sin.
Mr. Newhouse and Miss Mather came at dinner time in a carriage and 2 donkeys. 7 Vocal and mental prayer. 8 Temporal happiness of the Just. Up till 3 1/2 at Da Bergamo.
Dr. Turner sat through my dinner, which was prepared as a solo on purpose, to talk about Josephine and the plans of perfection, which he quite approved. Love of God and conversion of England. Pledge; enrolling.
Mrs. Hyde called. 7 communion. 8 death of the just. At 10 Red scapular.
Scapular of Carmel given. Confessions till 12 1/4. Office after, no preaching. Mr. Hyde came again for a good talk. IV Sun of Adv. Dec 18. As last Sunday. At 8 Baptismal vows. 8 1/2 Mass and General communion. Thanksgiving. 11 1/4 Paradise. 3 1/2 Catechism. 6 1/2 Perseverance, with ricordi. Papal Benediction; Benediction of B. Sacrament. Th*********ulars again.
Mass at 6. At 7 1/2 took R.W. to Liverpool with Vincent Berrill who is going to the Christian Brothers at Brook Green. Saw B. Michael at his lodging, and was very near too late for the train at 9.40 to Harrow. Walked from thence with Feeney. I stopped at Mr. Hall's. Fanny died yesterday. I saw her laid out.
I went to Mr. Hall, then to Varney and Mrs. Little and the school (after dining); thence to Barnet calling on the Butlers and Bryan. Josephine gone. Mrs. Budd and M****es came. Charles Walker stopping there.
After a good talk with Mrs. Walker went to Barnet, saw Mrs. Reardon, Miss Hibbert, Mr. and Mrs. Dillon etc. Back to dine at Underhill. Had my talk with the Elweses. Went to the Instructions at Hyde. Home at 9.
Sent for by Mr. Hall to speak about Fanny's funeral. Back to dinner, then to London. saw F. Gaudentius in (96 cont.i.) Webb St., Alfred Boot in Bermondsey, and Reddin. Bus to Kilburn and home by 11. Tea at W.m Bagshaw's, 9 Little Weston St., at Boot's and Reddins.
I gave extreme unction and communion to Varney. Called at Hall's. Home to dine and wrote 6 letters. At 3 went to Hendon, saw Pro**sting and Mr. Rouse. Back to Hyde for the instructions. Dozed there till after ****time.
At home all day. Not many confessions. Made up the calendar for next year. A long job, all finished at once.
Xmas day. Mass at midnight by F. Aloysius, I preached a 1/4. Then was up till 3 with some Irish people who bivowacqued in the chapel. Up again at 6 1/4. Mrs. Austin to confession etc. I said my Masses at 8 1/2, 9 and 10 1/2; I sung the last, F. Aloysius preached. We had a goose and plum pudding sent by Mrs. Keen. Vespers sung and Benediction at 3. I went to give lecture at Brannen's; few present; on unity. Up till 1 correcting Da Bergamo.
I went to Mr. Hall's and started with him, Wilfrid and Ed***** Latham in a morning coach to Brentwood to bury Fanny. Mr. Harting, Walker in another, picked up Mr. Leschev and De Devares in London. I fasted in Ilford to say Mass, gave it up tho' and breakfasted. Funeral (simply performed) at 2 1/2. We came to London by R.W. from Brentwood at 3.39. Bus to Paddington, cab to Kingsbury. Tea at Mr. Hall's. Home at 8 3/4.
I sung Mass at 9. Went with F. Aloysius at 3 1/2 to see our purchase of bricks, McKenna's old house. Called on Mrs. McKenna in her new house, then went a round of calls in the village. Home at 6 1/2.
I said Mass at 5. Started at 6 1/2 on foot with the little bag to Waterloo Station. Took R.W. at 10.15 to Wimborne. Walked with Br. Christopher from thence to Stapehill convent by 4. Tea and dinner. Talked to Rev.d Mother Clare and Sr. Mary Joseph, and to the 2 first nuns, Mother Campion and Mrs. Troy, late Superior. Went at 7 to the hermitage to sleep. Sat till 11 1/2 writing for the Standard.
I heard Fr. Andrew's (Hawkins) Mass at 6 1/2. Said Mass at 8. dined with him at 1. Tea at 5. Gave benediction at 6 and preached on England to the nuns. Then from 7 1/2 till 11 1/2 wrote to the General, Mother Anastasia and Mrs. Doyle. The rest of he day talking with Mother Mary Clare who sent for me, Miss Molyneux etc. Very sharp frost for some days back.
Mass at 6 1/2. Walked to Wimborne alone. Took R.W. at 9.34 (3rd class) to London. Stopped 1 1/2 at Southampton, called on Dr. Cox and Mr. Mount. Had a 2nd. breakfast. Got to London at 5. Went to Keppel St. for tea and slept there, but called on Mrs. Wilkinson. (96 cont.ii.)
Said Mass at 5 1/2. Took R.W. at 7 to Manchester. Got to Granby Row at 7 1/4. Stopped there the night. A long talk with Josephine. Went to bed after 12. Finishing the year as usual with the best reflections and resolutions I could. ===============================================================
I went off in a car at 7 to Newton Heath and gave a meditation to the nuns on the Agony. Said Mass and walked back to preach at S. Austin's at High Mass, on the New Year. Nothing on England. I dined there and walked back to Failsworth, to give a meditation (de triplici pace), tea and walked to S. John's, Salford. Vespers at 6 1/2; after them preached on the association and enrolled 96. Went to S. Austin's, had supper and walked home by 12.
Up at 4 1/2; medit.n at 5, the prayer of J.C. 10 1/2 venial sin. Dinner at 12. 2 Poverty. 5 Death. Corrected 50 pages of Da Bergamo.
Mass at 6. 10 1/2 Gen.l judgement. 2 Chastity. 5 Hell. Confessions. Sent off letter to the catholic Standard.
Terrible snow.
Josephine Leech came and staid the night at Mr. Daly's. Had much talk with me. Mr. Daly called.
Mr. Croshell came. It was to prolong my talk with him that the times were changed to 3 and 6.
Confessions till 11 1/2. Sun inf Oct Ep. Jan 8. 5 Eucharist. 6 Mass, General communion. After it, thanksgiving given aloud and ricordi. Papal Benediction, and Benediction of B. Sacrament. Walked to S. Austin's after enrolling 6 at the convent, Mr. Daly's sextan carrying bags. Preached on growth in grace. Mr. Haggerty. After dinner took R.W. at 2.15 to Levenshulme; saw Mr. Leech. At 4 walked to Longsight. Bus to Exchange; tea with Mrs. Banber 219 Chapel St. Preached at S. John's on the revival of primitive Christianity. Went to sup at the Bishop's (24 Cr******). Home to sleep at S. Austin's.
Said Mass at 6 1/2. The Richardsons and Josephine came to me at my breakfast and to the station. R.W. at 8.15 to Stone. Saw Louisa Beech. Got to Aston thro' the cut snow. (96 cont.iii.) Conferences with all. Read F. Austin's lecture.
Mass at 5 1/2. F. Honorius walked with me to Stone. Saw Mrs. Hunt, Mother Margaret etc. At 11.30 R.W. to Norton Br and then to Harrow. Feeney met me; tea at Mr. Hall's, then went to see Brannen and Little about bricks. Home at 10.
Settled accounts with F. Aloysius. After dinner and vespers called on Mrs. Hall, Varney, Mrs. Little etc. Instructions in the school; not well attended. Mr. Chadley came and stopped our work till further orders.
I walked to London. Called at the Bank, on Mr. Bunn etc. Took R.W. at 5.5 to Barnet after dinner with Mr. Walker. I went to see Mrs. Reardon and Miss Hibert. I breakfasted with Mr. Jackson and walked that way.
Had a conference with Miss Elwes. Took R.W. at 10.30 to London. Called on Frank Marshall, and saw Mr. Jerningham. At 2 met Mrs. Bunn at Spanish Pl. At 4 1/2 dined with the priests there. Then walked home to instructions at Hyde.
I was at home all day. F. Aloysius went to Barnet late. S. Joseph's Jan 15 1854. 3. Barnet 1. (97) S. Jos 3. Barnet 1. S. Jos 1. S. Wilfrid's 4. S. Jos 3. Barnet 1. S. Jos 4. Barnet 1. S. Jos 2. Keppel St. 1. S. Jos 1. Barnet 1. S. Jos 4. Mr. Keen's, Hammersmith 1. St. Jos 3. 5 weeks. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 15. I said Mass at 8. F. Leonard at 10 1/2 sung it, I preached on the Holy Name. F. Leonard catechised and gave Benediction. I went to tea with Mr. Harting and gave a lecture at Brannen's on the Calvinists and Unitarians. Wrote a long letter to F. Eugene about the position of Seculars etc.
Went to the school etc. Dined with Mrs. Hall. After a long talk went to call on Mr. Forster the Independent Minister between Edgeware and Stanmore. Had tea there; home at 1/4 8. Sat up correcting Da Bergamo.
Went to give communion to Varney. Called on the 2 Catholic servants at Mr. Chapels's (Hendon) and so to Colney Hatch. Heard confessions of 5 patients. Dined at 6 at Underhill. Saw Reardon and Miss Hibbert who are going away.
Mass at 6 1/2. Gave communion and the Scapular to Mrs. Reardon; breakfasted with Miss Hibbert. Took R.W. to Colney Hatch at 9.28. Gave communion to 4, one being worse. Took R.W. at 1.36 to London. Went to Islington to put by the B. Sacr.t Saw Oakley. Dined with Mrs. Reddin. Went with Edmund to the yard to see Herbert. Tea with Mr. and Mrs. Marshall and Frank. Took bus to Kilburn and walked quick to the instructions at Hyde. Home at 9.
Gave exame on the marriage of Cana. Tea and long talk with Mrs. Hall. Went to Mr. Forster to take him the refutation of Maria Monk. Very dark walk. Coming back called at Mr. Harting and had tea. At home at 10.
I held chapter after vespers. Had supper early and went to the school etc. Called on Mr. Hall coming back.
I went off at 10 to Colney Hatch. Saw the two strange sisters (as supposed) with Mr. Marshall. Went on to Underhill House by 4. Did not go out again. III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 22. The usual Barnet day, except no coming **oice. I ***** with Miss Hibbert and Mrs. Reardon, who are going away tomorrow, and Miss Stevens. I came home to prepare for starting tomorrow. Talked to F. Leonard till 10. I staid up till 12.
We got up to Mattins at 4. I said Mass at 4 3/4. At 6 set off with Feeney to Sudbury. Took R.W. *** at 7.20 to Tamworth. 2.30 got dinner at Mr. Kelly's and sent off a packet of Da Bergamo corrected. At 4.24 to Burton. At 5.50 to Alton. Carried the bags in the dark to Farley. Called by chance on Mr. Wilson and had tea. He came on with me to S. Wilfrid's.
Spoke to Fr. Provincial and F. Gaudentius till (97 cont.i.) dinner. After it read on the religious state etc.
Read thro' my 2 Preston sermons to F. Eugene. Wrote to my brother to ask money for S. Joseph's.
I went to see Mr. Wilson, Mr. Gubbins (at Alton Towers) and Dr. Winter (with whom I dined), about Mr. Wilson's discharge.
Took R.W. at Oakmoor at 9.20 to Derby. From Derby at 11 to Harrow. Met Battion's daughter of Little Brington, a widow with 3 children, and Mr. Bradley of the Lamp. I walked home alone carrying the bags.
At home correcting Da Bergamo etc. IV Sun aft Epiph. Jan 29. Anniversary of my conversion 24 years. F. Aloysius preached, I said last Mass and catechised. I had tea at Mrs. Hall's. Lecture at Brannen's on Plymouth Bretheren, Irvingites, Chartists.
Walked to London with Mr. Darley. Saw Mr. O'Neal. Dined at Floris's. Took bus to Brook Green and again back. Saw Mr. Bird and got his 50 Pounds. Back by bus; called on Frank Marshall and Miss Nutt. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet.
A long talk with Mrs. Rudd and Miss Elwes and Mrs. Walker; all hopeful. Dined at 1. At 1.45 R.W. to Hornsey. Called at Mr. Harvey's, not at home. Walked to Kentish town. Tea with Miss Ivers; home by 8. 12 miles.
To Mrs. Hall early, then the school and village. Home to dine late. Again to the school for instructions after supper.
At 8 blessed the candles and Mass. Mr. Chadley came. Wrote to F. Eugene. Went to Mr. Forster and talked.
Wrote to Lord Petre, Mr. Ward, Ford, Josephine. After supper down to the Instructions. Mr. Chadley came.
Walked in to London early reading the Rambler. Called on Mr. Bennett, Spanish Place, Mr. Gawthorn etc., and wrote letter. Walked to Hammersmith to see Andreoletti's work at Good Shepherd. Tea with Mrs. Canning; bus to S. Paul's and walked to the Great Northern. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet. Father Leonard met me in town going off to Paris. V Sun aft Epiph. Feb 5. The Budd and Elwes are gone. Services as usual. Miss Stevens got me breakfast. No associates in the chapel. At 4 I walked to Hyde and gave the lecture on Acts Ch. 1. Father Leonard gone to Paris.
Corrected Da Bergamo etc. At home all day. 2 hours with Mr. O'Herlihy from Halifax. (97 cont.ii.)
Went to Mrs. Hall and about the village; got to London at 2. Gave the scapular to Mrs. Gorman and Mr. Sup. got a chop at Spanish Place. Walked to Notting Hill and saw Mad.lle de la Bintinays, 22 Norland Squ. Then bus to London. Tea at Miss Walker's where I slept. Saw Rob.t Leech, 61 College Place and Mr. Elwes. The Ladies went back yesterday.
Mass Keppel St. at 6 1/2. *** Mr. Beehan. Bus to the city. Went to Andreoletti's. Walked back, saw Mrs. Warner, Huggin Lane. Her husband gone to the Union. Saw Richardson, Mrs. Marshall, Mad Girandot, 15 Foly Place. A long discussion with 2 clergymen who called on her. Mutton chops at Mr. Blount's. Walked quick to Brannen's and read to a full room Dalton's letters in the Lamp to refute Maria Monk. Visited the sick. Home at 9 1/2.
At home till 4. Went to Hyde calling on Mrs. Hall. Then to Barnet, saw old Bryan. Wrote to Fr. Dalgairns at night.
Wrote to Mr. Monteith. Dined at 1. Miss Elwes and Jacky there. I went to Barnet, saw Miss Stevens, Mrs. Neale. Then went thro' Totteridge and Mill Hill; saw Mr. Nicholls the rector. Instructions at the school. Home by Kingsbury.
At home all day. Wrote many letters. F. Aloysius went to Barnet. Septuages Sun. Feb 12. Mr. Herlihy again. I got sick after dinner, for a little time. Lectured at Brannen's on Acts Ch.11; a full room.
At 7 1/4 started to London. Called on Mrs. Canning, 15 Gloucester Pl., Burns, L. Fielding, Ly Simeon, Mr. Gawthorn, Mother Clare at 12 Queen's Square, Mr. Marshall. Cold meat in Keppel St. Tea at 5 with Rob.t Leech. Back again to Queen Square, to Miss Nutt and Mother Clare. At 8 bus to Kilburn. Walked home by 10 1/2. Full moon, very cold.
Went in to London in the afternoon. Called at Kensington convent and had tea. Saw Mr. Bird about sending a man to patch up our belfry. Mrs. Canning for a few minutes. Mr. Keen's to sleep.
I went to say Mass at Kensington convent at 7 1/2. A long talk with Miss Prestwich after breakfast. Saw Mr. Ryder at Burns's (I think today). Luncheon with Monsgr Searle and Webb in Golden Squ. Dispatched there a letter to the Catholic Standard to beg. Came home for instructions at the school. Found Mr. Hutchison's letter lending £200.
I think I was at home all day. I gave a short exame on the Gospel of Septuag.
I took a long walk over our desolate country. First saw an Italian, ex Passionist. Went to Harrow Weald, saw no one (97 cont.iii.) but Mrs. Thorpe. The Irish at Elmore's gone to the steeple chase. At Pinner sat with Mrs. Kelly; had bread and cheese and milk; tried to see Mrs. Evans. At Harrow saw the people in the barn near Mr. Cunningham's. Mrs. Delaney out. Came to give instructions at the school and home.
Went to town early; saw Mr. Mansell, Mr. Billasey. Met Mr. **********. went with him to De Bauneville. Called on Mr. Bowyer. Took Frank Marshall with me to Barnet by the 5.5 train. (98) Barnet Feb 19 1854. 1. S. Jos 2. Mrs. Canning's, Hammersmith 1. S. Jos 1. Barnet 1. S. Jos 4. Barnet 1. S. Jos 3. Barnet 2. Hammersmith 1. St. Jos 2. Barnet 1. S. Jos 3. Barnet 2. S. Jos 1. Barnet 6. S. Jos 1. Barnet 2. 5 weeks to Mar 25 1854. Sexages Sun. Feb 19. Regular day till after Benediction, then went to Hyde calling on Dollyfield at Hendon. Gave lecture on Acts 11, last part. Br. Peter walked home with me. Saw Varney for the last time alive.
At home. Mr. Chadley came and took up much of our time.
After dinner and vespers went to Mrs. Hall; had tea in the nursery. To Hyde; saw Varney dead. Walked straight to Hammersmith. Missed seeing Mr. Bird; found Mrs. Canning up and all ready for me with a nice old Mr. Pierce. Tea there and slept.
Said Mass at the school. Brook Green at 7 1/2. a good talk with Mr. Glennie. Mr. Bird out again. Breakfast with Mrs. Canning. Saw Mr. Gawthorn, Mrs. Ridge, and the little Sisters. Took bus to Bank, went to Whitechapel to order a bell at Mars's. Mr. Taaffe of the Post off 22 Winchester Place took me to dine. Walked to Spanish Place. Had coffee and got to the school at Hyde at 1/4 8.
Went off at 10 a long walk. Saw Mr. Robinson at Edgeware; Mr. and Mrs. Plumer, lunched there. Mrs. Lyons, Lady Caroline Bathurst (tea there), Ly Eleanor Gordon, Mr. Foster, Mr. Wall. Tried Mr. Murphy at the Hale. Got to Mr. Walker's at 9.
Great work with the Elwes Ladies. Young Elliott is come there. I went to the work house; tried to see Mr. Peynefather. Saw Mrs. Dillon (just about moving). Dined at Underhill at 2. Called on Mr. Nicholls again at Mill Hill. Instruction in the schol.
Went to perform the funeral service for Varney. Visited school. Mr. Chadley came. F. Aloysius started at 7 for Barnet. Quniqu Sun. Feb 26. Sundays work at home as usual. Read the Pastoral. Lecture at Brannen's on Acts 11, last verses.
I said Mass at 5. Walked to Mr. Jackson's and had a 2nd. breakfast. Went to Camden Town Station about the timber from S. Wilfrid's. Thence to the Cardinal's, where in Mr. Gawthorn's room I wrote a 3rd letter of appeal. Then to Mrs. Marshall who goes on well. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert in Bell Yard, then to tea with Rob.t Leech. At 5 walked home, 8 miles. Father Joseph was come from Belgium.
Wrote many letters After 4 went off to Barnet. Called on Pro******* at Hendon. Tea with Mrs. Rouse. Coming back saw Mr. Powell at Hendon, where Mich.l Mulcahy lives. (98 cont.i.) Called on the Butlers and Bryan. Got to Underhill at 9 1/2. Ash Wed Mar 1. Mass with Ashes at 8. went to Barnet, saw Mrs. Jones etc,. a new Catholic house. Came down again to dine at 1 1/2 with Mrs. Walker and the ladies. Came to Hyde by East Barnet, Whetstone, Totteridge and Mill Hill. Then I saw Mrs. Perceval, and had to run almost all the way to Hyde to get to the school at 1/4 8. Home at 9 1/2. B. Peter gone begging.
Settled accounts for the month. Gave exame on the good centurion. Went to Mr. Robb for money; had a good talk.
Saw Mr. Hall at his breakfast, Allisey, Mrs. Robinson, Mich.l Plummer and Mrs. Do. at Elstree. Pers Percival again to speak about Pyne. Came to instructions at the school. Balaam walked home with me for a talk.
Tried to see Cap Trotter 13 Connaught Pl (out). Saw Mr. Hope. Called at Golden Square, Admiralty etc. ***** Colloredo Mrs. Bunn. Hear Mrs. Marshall's confession and received her at Lincoln's Inn; collation with the priests. Called on Mr. Chadley. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet; dined at 9 there. I Sun in Lent. Mar 5. Sunday duty as usual. Read the Pastoral. Went round to Jones's before evening lecture in Barnet. Mrs. Walker is lame and could not come up. Lect on Acts 1.
Took communion to Bryan and the Butlers. Went on to Colney hatch; saw Mr. Smith and Brady. Walked to Hornsey, saw Harvey, who came to see me off by R.W. at 2. Went to Burns' then to Hammersmith. Saw Mrs. Ridge. Dined with Mr. Gawthorn at 6, and came home at 8 1/2 to Mrs. Canning's.
Went to Roehampton, said Mass at 8 1/2. Enrolled 27 young Ladies. Came back to dine with Mrs. Canning and Mr. Devereux. At 2 1/2 called on F. Andrew at the convent, the Bank, Mrs. Marshall, Rob.t Leech who went with me to S. John's Wood. I had tea with Mr. Allies; a long talk with his sister. Walked home by 11 1/2.
Translated for F. Eugene. Wrote letters. Went to the school for instructions after supper.
F. Aloysius went to Bermondsey. At 3 I went to the school, then by Hendon to Barnet. Tried to see Dr. Williams and Mr. White of Finchley. Set to, to write the short life of F. Paul, for Burns at Underhill Ho. To bed at 1 1/2.
Went to give communion to four at Colney Hatch; only one could receive. I spoke to others, and took R.W. at 2 to London. Saw Mr. Elwes, 38 PhoeniX St., and Mr. Beavan. Cut my collation bread and pigs after Colney Hatch. Walked home to Hyde for instructions. Home at 9. Something for dinner then. (98 cont.ii.)
At home. Mr. Herdel called and dined. Discharged from Kentish town. Some confessions heard. II Sun in Lent. Mar 12. F. Aloysius said Mass at 8, then went off to preach at Somerstown. I preached on the Transfiguration. Catechised etc. Went with Br. Casimir to Kingsbury Green. Had tea with Mrs. Hall. Lectured at Brannen's on Acts Ch. III. B. Casimir walked home with me across the fields. To bed at 9 1/2.
Went early to London. Visited the 40 ore at S. John's Wood. Called at Spanish Place (collation at 12 in Keppel St.) Saw Capn. Gerard and Mrs. Riley at Burns's. Had a long talk with Mr. Ivers at S. Alecis. Walked weakly to Barnet. Dined at 8 1/2.
Up at 4. Worked all day at the new life of B. F. Paul. Walked only to East Barnet and back for vespers and Mattins.
A good talk with the Ladies. Little Elliott went with me to E. Barnet at 1. I went on to Colney Hatch, saw Maurice Whelan, then Mr. Murray the chaplain. Mrs. Worsley, curate's wife (Manor Ho. Finchley), Dr. Williams. Instructions at 7 1/2. F. Eugene was come to stay with us.
The room being yet too wet for F. Leonard to sleep in one, I went tonight to Barnet again after giving exame.
Wrote at the life of F. Paul. Walked to Barnet round by the R.W. station, and Hadley. Saying office, saw Mr. Procter and Mrs. Peynefather and Mr. Beattie and Miss Stevens.
Still at work at the life. Took my walk at 1 1/2 to E. Barnet. Saw Mr. Elvin and Mrs. O'Keefe. III Sun in Lent. Mar 19. Sunday as usual at Barnet. Nobody but the children at benediction. I lectured on Acts ch.II.
I did not get on much in the forennon. I went round by R.W. station at 1 1/2 and saw Dr. Procter. It looked like the lat time by his manner. After this I was going to call on others, but met Mr. Philip Jones, who was after me. I went back with him. He dined with Mr. Walker and went away by the late train.
I went to London by R.W. 8.26 with Mr. and Mrs. Walker. Met Mr. Jones at Mr. Beavan's. Saw Mrs. Boyle,Carey St., Mr. Bowyer, my sister (had collation there), Lord Palmerston (with gout). At 5 met the Walkers at dinner at Miss Harrison's, 20 Sussex Pl., Regent's Park. At 8 took R.W. to Barnet back; Mr. Beavan with me.
Beavan before dinner. At 1 1/2 he walked with me as far as Finchley, and I came home to S. Joseph's. I did not go to the school but left it to F. Leonard, (98 cont.iii.) whom I waited for till 9 1/2.
At home till 3. Then went with Feeney carrying bags to Great Western cloak room. Called at Burns's, on Mr. Leech who seems much ****r. He came with me to the station, and I took the 8 o'clock train to Barnet.
Beavan. At 1 to Barnet; tried for Miss Robert's, Mrs. Taylor and Miss Gossett. Did not get in. Mrs. Jones came at 4 1/2 and staid till 9 1/2.
Took R.W. to London at 8.26. Saw Mrs. Wilkinson ill, Mrs. Collier. R.W. at 12.50 to Steventon. Mr. Richardson met me with Mr. Eyston's dog cart to go to East Hendred, saw the Eystons. East Hendred Mar 26 1854. 16. S. Joseph's 2. (99)
S. Jos 3. 7 New Burlington St. 2. Barnet 1. N. Burl.n St. 1. S. Jos 2. N. Burl.n St. 2. St. Jos 2. N. Burl.n St. 1. 5 weeks to Ap 29 1854. IV Sun in Lent Mar 26. Said Mass at 8 1/2. Preached after 10 o'clcock Mass the introduction. We dined at 2. At 3 benediction given without sermon. * People to talk to to. At 7 sermon on the soul.
Mr. Richardson's Mass at 7 1/2; at 8 med.n (introduction). I said Mass after at 1/4 9. At 10 Mr. R. and I walked to Wantage. We dined with Mr. Ansell the baker at 2 1/4. I saw 3 of the curates and one other clergyman, Mr. McCormochy, Mr. Harvey cousin of Rich.d, Mr. Lidden, Mr. Purdue. Mr. Ansell sent us back in his carriage. I gave lecture as introduction, and beginning duties to God. Sermon on sin.
At 10 went about visiting the people till 2 with Arthur Frampton. At 4 1/2 a long talk with Mrs. Towney (Sister Mary). 7 Duties to God finished. Sermon on Death as monitor.
Saw Mr. Kennedy the curate, very civil. At 5 visited a little with Arthur Frampton. At 7 duties to our neighbour. At 8 General Judgement.
Met with Mr. Hussey near his house; got a rude repulse. Confessions at 4 1/2, Miss Eyston etc. At 8 Med.n Judas. At 7 duties to self, drunkenness; chastity.
At 8 Peter. At 10 1/2 went with Mr. Richardson in Mr. Eyston's carriage to Milton, 9 miles of; visited 2 houses of poor Catholics. I saw Mr. Powys, Archdeacon Clarke's young curate. He shewed us the church, with beautiful stained glass. Saw Mrs. Barrett the Prot.t wife of the Catholic Gentleman John Barrett. We walked home. After dinner I walked to West Hendred saying office, to see Mr. Tucker the clergyman, not at home. 2 confessions. 7 Contrition. 8 Small no. of the elect.
Confession. Talk with Miss Eyston. From 4 1/2 till 10: 29 confessions. No discourse at night. Passion Sun Ap 2. Up at 4, wrote some letters etc. Mass at 8 1/2. 10 3/4 Mercy of God. 7 Confession. 8 Procrastinators. Just before the evening service, after tea, I was taken with giddiness, which came on worse at night and Mr. Richardson sent for Mr. Lightfoot the surgeon from Harwell, who came at 1 1/2. I was better.
Physic at 5 and no Mass. At 8 Caiphas and Pilate. Mr. Lightfoot at 12. I was rather dizzy, but better. There is an end of my Lent. I was like a state prisoner today. Walked with Mr. Richardson but spoke to no one but George Goddard, with him after tea. At 7 example of J.C., humility. 8 Temporal (99 cont.i.) happiness of the just, sitting down.
Mass at 7 and breakfast at 8. Herod. Nothing remarkable. At 7 Prayer, different acts. 8 Venial sin.
At 3 went to west Hendred, saw Mr. Tucker, very civil. 7 Prayer (medit.n). 8 death of the just.
I went a good deal about the village quietly alone. Saw among others Sidney Ellaway (a sad case) and the old Abingdon Carrier, Capell (Methodist). 7 conditions of Prayer. 8 Conversion of England. Enrolled 15.
Long talk with 2 Miss Eystons etc., eat meat at dinner. Walked round the plantations. 7 communion. 8 Paradise.
Long talks with a few people. From 4 1/2 till past 9 confessions. I was nearly stopped by faintness, but got on again, merce a glass of wine!! Palm Sunday Ap 9. I gave the Renewal of Bap vows at 7 1/2, then Mass and general communion for about 60. No discourse after it. At 10 Mr. Richardson blessed the Palms, preached 10 min and said Mass. He gave catechism at 3. I staid at home. Said mattins and wrote to Josephine Leech. At 7 Perseverance and ricordi. We called on Mr. Eyston after, and looked at the moon thro' a telescope of Mr. Charles. Home to supper.
Said Mass at 7 1/2. At 10 1/4 went off in the carriage to Didcot. I took R.W. at 11.10 to London. Went with bag to Spanish Place, dined and walked home, stopping long time at Mr. O'Neal's to see him. Saw Dr. Grant there.
After dinner went a round in the village. Tea at Mrs. Hall's. Called on Mr. Atcheson (not at home). Mr. Chadley came today.
Took bus at Cricklewood to London after dinner. Before starting we had some strong discusions. Called at Burns's, ***pers etc., the Admiralty. Took R.W. at 4 to Barnet.
Up last night till 12 preparing things. Today Mass at 8. Sepulchre formed, and watched all day and night. Wrote to Mr. Wilbraham Taylor.
Service began at 7, ended at 8. At 9.31 took R.W. to London. From 12 to 3 preached the Agony in Spanish Place. dined with the Priests at 4. At 6 took R.W. back to Barnet. Busy preparing for tomorrow.
Service at 7. We went thro' all well. Little Betsy Jones christened. All over at 9 1/2. I went to see Mrs. Dillon. Called on Mr. Baines and Mr. Farringdon about Mr. Taylor's (99 cont.ii.) letter. Dined at 1. Walked home gently by 5. Easter Sun Ap 16. We sung mattins solemnly. I said Mass at 6. Walked to Kilburn; took bus for Spanish Place. Preached for the collection of Easter offerings; dined at their luncheon. Walked home by 4 1/2. At 5 1/2 we had solemn vespers and benediction. F. Leonard at Barnet.
At home all day. A long talk with F. Eugene.
Mr. Chadley came with a Mr. Flowerday a carpenter, to take measurements for our fittings. We did not dine till 2. On talking over our shortness of money F. Eugene determined I should go to beg, and we fixed on London. So about 6 1/2 I set off on foot to Kilburn, then took bus to Portman St. I tried to see B. Peter, then went to call on Mad.me de Bauneville who was gone to bed. She got up for me, and offered me lodging. I was not in bed till 1 o'clock. Wrote for Burns.
I went to say Mass at 7 1/2 at Spanish Place. Breakfasted with Mr. Rhing. Brother Peter came there, and came with me carrying my bags to De Bauneville's. I began begging. Lunched at 1 1/2 at Floris's. Saw Mr. Marshall, Mrs. Wilkinson etc. dined at 6 1/2 with Madame. Dozed in my little room.
Mass at Spanish Place. Breakfast at Madame's. Saw Mrs. Bunn and Mr. Do. Took bus to Kentish town; long talk with Mr. Ivers. Dined there, walked to Underhill House, dined again.
Mass at 1/4 7. At 9 Mr. Beavan walked with me to Colney Hatch, and went back alone. I heard and gave communion to 5. Coming back saw Mrs. Morris, wife of the Clergyman, and old Bryan. Got in at 1 1/4. Dined in a hurry and ran to take R.W. at 1 3/4. Went to Mr. Marshall's, and was 6 hours writing names for begging from his book. Went home by 11. Found Mr. Barth.w Clare; a long talk with him.
I came to breakfast with Madame and her son. Walked round St. James's. Wrote letters. At 1 lunched at Mr. Mannings. c***ized begging to Mr. O'Neal's. Dined with the 3 priests and walked home by 9 1/2. Low Sunday Apr 23. I said Mass at 6, after saying the long mattins. Preached at 11 on the triple peace. F. Eugene said last Mass. F. Aloysius, B. Casimir and I sung. F. Aloysius gave catechism. I went to tea at Mrs. Hall, and lectured at Brannen's on Acts IV, first part.
At 8 I set off to Hampstead, saw Mr. Jackson in bed with a cold. Took bus to the Bank; lunched at Reddins. Saw Dr. Grant at S. George's. Dined with Madame and De Bauneville at 6 1/2. Looked over papers for begging, nearly blank day.
Said Mass at Spanish Place; breakfasted with the Manning's. Begged about Bloomsbury. Lunched at Bagshaw's. Saw (99 cont.iii.) Dr. Errington at the Cardinal's. I sent a boy from Tudor Place school to get F. Eugene here. He came at 6 1/2 when I dined with Madame and her son. We went at 9 to the Cardinal's soiree; numbers of Bishops there. Home at 11.
Served F. Eugene's Mass at Sp. Pl., and said mine. We breakfasted at Mannings. I called on Mr. Woodfield. Lunched at Foxhall's. Begged over Belgravia. Dr. Ullathorne and Mr. McKensie dined with us at 7 1/2. At 9 I started home and got in at 11 1/4.
Mr. Chadley came at 9 for a settlement with Little and Figg. At 4 I went to the school, where the children had had a treat of tea from Mrs. Hall. Then I went on to tea at Mr. Hall's. we had a school meeting there. I was home at 11. Mr. and Mrs. Walker were there.
Took bus to London at 9. Went to Brompton; saw Mother Clare Agnew; lunched there. Faber shewed me the oratory. I walked to Earl's Court, then to Blandford Squ. Home to dine at 7. Father John, of Mt. St. Bernard's and Mr. Deane of All Souls dined.
Mass at Span Pl. Breakfasted at Mr. B****hams, 7 L. Seymour St. Lunched at home at 1. Bus at 3 1/2 home. Br. Anthony and F. Salvian and B. Casimir came. (100) St. Joseph's Ap 30 1854. 2. Barnet 1. New Burl. St. 3. Hammersmith 1. S. Joseph's 2. N. Burl St. 1. Barnet 1. N. Bur St. 3. Barnet 2. New Burl St. 5. S. Jos 2. N. Burl St. 2. Barnet 1. N. Burl St. 2. Barnet 2. Isleworth 1. N. Burl St. 4. 5 weeks. II Sun aft East Ap 30. We sung Mattins solemnly for the triduo to B. Paul. F. Salvian said Mass at 6, I after him. I was very weak and low, but recovered well to preach at last Mass on B. Paul; F. Eugene sung it. We had fons to sing Gregorian music in surplices in the Sanctuary. No catechism. No lecture at Hyde, but vespers and benediction at S. Joseph's at 6, and month of Mary hymns.
We got up at 4. I said Mass at 8. F. Salvian went away. Lord and Lady Campden called at 12 1/2. At 3 1/2 I went to Row Green; saw Mich Allissey ill, then on to Barnet by Totteridge. Got there at 7 1/2.
I went with Mr. Walker to London. Had a talk with Mr. Bowyer at his breakfat. Begged the Temple etc. Got to dine with madame De Bauneville, Mr. Wardell was there. I lunched with Mr. Boyle and his son, Car** St.
Mass at Spanish Pl. Breakfast at Mannings. Saw Dr. Manning at Mrs. Robert's. Begged in Belgravia. Lunched at Cadogan Pl, Monsgr. Eyre's. Dined at home.
Mass at Span Pl. Breakfasted at home. Poor begging till near 4 1/2, when I dined with the priests of Sp Pl. Where at 8 I preached on the primitive Xn life.
Mass at Sp. Pl. Breakfasted there with Mr. Rhing. Went to hammersmith. Lunched at Mr. Roshell's, Kensington, as well as at Mother Agnew's with whom I had a long talk. Slept at Mrs. Keene's.
Mass at the school. Breakfast and long talk with Mr. Glennie; saw Hensage. Bus to London, and Derry's at 2 1/2 to S. Joseph's, intending to walk to Barnet, but I found it arranged for F. Aloysius to go thro' London, so I staid. III Sun aft Easter May 7. I said Mass at 6. Preached on the Patronage of S. Joseph, and at 7 at Brannen on Acts ch. IV in fine.
The bus was full so I walked in to town. Begged at some houses in S. John's Wood and dined at home with Madame.
Begged about Holborn etc. Raining. Lunched at Marshall's, dined at home. Preached at 8 at Spanish Pl. Went after to Kings Cross and took R.W. 9 1/2 to Barnet.
Came in with Mr. Walker. Went to Lond. Br. Lunched at John Bagshawe's; he and all the priests at a synod at St. George's, so I turned from going to Greenwich, and went by boat to Battersea Fields. Had dinner at Mr. Gresham's; walked to (100 cont.i.) Clapham. Spent a good while with FF. Coffin, Bradshawe and Vaughan etc. Home by bus.
Breakfast at Mr. Manning's. Had a talk with Mr. Langdale etc. Dined in Keppel St. Preached at 8 on the counsel of chastity at Spa. Pl.
Went to lunch with my brother. Then to Mr. Kyne's bazaar in Willis's rooms. Dined at 4 1/2 with the Miss Angelo's, 70 Balur St. Then to tea with Mr. and Mrs. Alliss.
A long talk with Mr. Tho.s Marshall, school inspector. Dined at 5 1/2 with Mr. and Mrs. Bunn. Took R.W. at 9 1/2 to Barnet. IV Sun aft Easter May 14. Regular Barnet day. Lecture at 6 1/2 on Acts II. A young man began to argue and joined me outside. Had a deal of work about Mrs. Arnold.
I went to give communion to Bryan and the Butlers. Mr. Beavan came with me to Finchley church. I got home to S. Joseph's by dinner time at 12 1/4. Started at 3 or 4 on foot to Kilburn, and took bus to dine with Madame and Monsieur.
I called on Ly Petre, then got to Notting Hill. Lunched at Mrs. Walford's. Back to Mrs. and Miss Thistlethwaite; dinner with Madame and Monsieur, who had had a visit from Prince Albert. Preached at Spanish Pl on Poverty, then went to Farrance's to see Mr. and Mrs. Scholefield.
Took bus to London Br. and R.W. to Greenwich. Dr. North quashed all begging. I had a long talk with Miss Lockhart etc. Preached on the conversion of England to the nuns and Penitents. Came back, lunched at Mr. Bagshawe's. Then made it up into a dinner at Mrs. Crawley's. Begged about the city. Tea with Mr. Fred.k Fryer. At 7 begged among the Irish with Mr. Riley, and at 9 1/2 took bus home to New Burlington St.
Breakfasted with Mr. and Mrs. Scholefield. Lunch at 1 with Mrs. Manning. At 2 went with the Cardinal to St. Joseph's. He then took me to Hampstead, whence I took bus to Town. Dined with Mr. Manning at 7. Preached on Obedience.
Breakfast at Mr. Manning's. Went with Mr. Herbert to Mr. Dyx's, Newman St. Begged in the city. Saw Sir Thomas Fremantle at the Custom house. Got to Commercial Road at 5 1/2, dined. Begged about with Toomey till 9 1/2. Supper with F. Foley, and bus home.
Breakfast with Mr. Manning. Begged about Lincoln's Inn. Dined with Mr. O'Neal etc at 4 1/2. Walked home to S. Joseph's. V Sun aft East May 21. Said Mass at 6. Preached at 11 1/2 and at Brannen's at 7. Tea with Mrs. Hall. (100 cont.ii.)
I started at 6 with young Petrolini, called on Braggiotti, got a 2nd. breakfast with Madame. Saw Mr. Gawthorn and Mlle. Bintinays etc. Dined with the Walkers in Keppel St., then took bus, begged about R*****ary Lane. Bus home.
Breakfasted at Span Place. Saw the 2 Stonors, Tom and Frank. Ld. Palmerston for an hour and Mr. Gladstone. Went to Westminster, lunched at Fr. Rowe's who was out. Made some calls. Met Mr. Betham. Returned and dined with Fr. Rowe. Saw Mr. Ponsonby at the Foreign Office. Coming back, tea at Floris's. Preached at 8 at Sp Pl on Thanksgiving, and gave the Benediction. Had a talk for instructions with Thomas before going to bed.
Wrote to the Bishop of London. I had a man and his wife from Commercial Road to confession. Then saw Mad.lle de Bintinays at 32 Northumberland St. Then went to Somerstown and begged about it with little Elliott as guide. Saw Mrs. Budd and Elwes, Rob.t Leech, Sir W. Ross, 38 Fitzroy Squ. dined at home. Mr. and Mrs. Gruner and H. Doyle. Took R.W. at 9 1/2 to Barnet.
Ascension. I took the ablution at 8, and so no Masss at 11, but I read Psalms and Prayers and preached. Dined at 1 1/2. Walked with Mr. Beavan to near Highgate. I went on to Kentish town. Tea with Mr. Ivers. Took bus; preached on Humility. Had a long talk with a French priest interdit.
Breakfast at Mr. Manning's. Saw M. de Saud (Qu?), secretary to the French embassy. Lunched at Miss Agnew's, Brompton Squ. Took bus to London Br. Went to see Mrs. O'Neill. Had tea, went about with Mr. O'Neill and Clement. Several miles; bus home at 10 1/2.
Breakfasted with Mr. Manning. Called on Mrs. Bowdom, Ld. Shaftsbury etc. Went by bus to the city. After dining with Lady Sarah and her governess at Spencer Ho. at 1 1/2. Tea at Dean Horrabin niece's, Houndsditch. R.W. at 8 to Barnet. VI Sun aft East May 28. I took the ablution again at 8, and read and preached as Thursday, on scandal. The rest as usual. Lecture at 6 1/2 on Acts ch. III. Fr. Aloysius came tonight.
We had two Masses, and took R.W. with Mr. Walker at 8.5. We walked to several calls till we parted at 1. I got dinner at Mrs. Bunn's, saw Count Colloredo. At 5 1/2 I took R.W. at Waterloo Station to Isleworth. Tea at the nuns, slept at Mr. Fae*****.
Said Mass at the convent at 7, preached on England to the girls. Saw Mrs. Jackson, Comtesse Coiffier at Twickenham. Lunched at Mr. Tilt's, Richmond. Begged about. Took R.W. at 5.20. Dined at Burlington St. Preached at Sp Pl on zeal; enrolled 51. (100 cont.iii.)
Breakfast at Mr. Manning's. A long talk with Mr. Bowyer. At 1 dined with Dr. Manning at Mrs. Robert's; talked over my letters. Stopped at home from 4 till dinner at 7. Richard Doyle came at it. Preached on devotion to B.V.M. 103.
Breakfast at Manning's; saw the Cardinal at 11. Mr. Anstey etc. lunched at Mr. Boyle's. Begged about the city. Saw Mr. Wulerd. Took bus home to dine with Mad.me and Mons.r. Staid in the evening, did nothing.
Breakfast at Manning's. Saw Mr. Turnbull, Bowyer, Marshall, Leech etc. Dined at Marshall's at 5. Talked to Mr. Camet (12 Manchester Mews) from 8 till after 10. Tea with Mr. Rhing.
Breakfast at Spanish Place. Begged about Lincoln's Inn. Saw Fr. Riddell there. Dined with Mr. Reddin. Took Derry's bus at 4 from the old Bell. Heard some confessions at S. Joseph's. St. Joseph's June 4 1854. 2. N Bur St. 2. (101)
New Burl St. 2. Barnet 2. N Burl St. 2. Barnet 1. N Burl St. 2. S. Joseph's 2. 36 Argyll St. 2. Hammersmith 2. Argyll St.1. Barnet 2. Argyll S. 5. S. Joseph's 7. 5 weeks. Whit Sunday June 4. I said Mass at 8, preached (heavily) at 11 1/2. Gave catechism; went to Harting's to tea on my way to Brannen's, where I lectured on Acts VI. Saw Mrs. Varney, who declares off. F. Aloysius at Somerstown. Whit Mon June 5. I started to walk at 10 1/2. Met F. Aloysius at Cricklewood. I dined at 1 1/2 at Spencer Ho., Ld Clinton, Ly Exeter, Althorp, Lady Sarah there with my brother. I wrote to Mr. Leech and Josephine at Mr. Crooks. Took penny boat at Hungerford Stairs to Lond Br. Went to Bermondsey; the priests and school master all out. I went about till 9 1/2 with Mess.rs Richardson, father and son.
I saw Edwd. Howard, 89 Westbourne Terr., a long talk about the Card.l Went to the Praed St. Hospital. A long talk with the chaplain, Arnold, about Bp. Blomfield. Dined with Mrs. Thistlethwaite; went about S. Johns Wood. Tea at Mrs. Alliss.
Saw Ld Carlisle, Spencer Lyttelton and wife, 39 Sloane St. Bus to Gt. Northern; R.W. 2 1/4 to Colney Hatch, heard confessions, walked to Underhill. Mrs Walker in Town with Mrs. Robinson, ill, Miss Molyneux there.
Went to give communion to 5 at Colney Hatch, back to dine at Underhill. R.W. at 1.45 to Town. Begged in the Boro' with Mr. Hogan the schoolmaster.
Mass early to get at Mr. Fleming; saw Mrs. Do., then Mr. Broder. Went round by Hampstead, saw Madame Gandolfi or Esther, 106 Bagham St. Begged till 7; dined with the Mannings. Went to Mr. Canet for his confesion. Tea at Spanish Place at 10. (13 miles, no fast).
Breakfast at Mr. Mannings. On a letter from F. Eugene I took bus to Kilburn and walked home by 2 1/2. Saw the students in our beautiful house. At 5 1/2 walked off to Barnet. Called on the Mooneys and Mercers (13 miles; no fast). Trinity Sun June 11. Regular Barnet day; read Card's pastoral, preached after it on the Trinity. At night lectured on Acts IV.
I went at 5 1/2 to give communion to Mrs. Dillon, back to say Mass at 1/4 7. Went by R.W. with Mr. Walker to London at 8.25. Made a good day's begging. Lunched at Madame de Bauneville. Dined at Mr. Boyle's at 4 1/4. Went a round with Mr. Hogan. Finshed at 10 with some supper at Bermondsey chapel house. Took bus from Lon Bridge. Heard Thomas's confession.
F. Eugene and I breakfasted at Spa Pl. Then went to S. Patrick's where we had the meeting of head chaplains at 11 1/2 with the Cardinal. I came home, lunched as yesterday. Wrote (101 cont.i.) some letters etc. At 5 dined with the Walkers, then sat and had tea with Mr. and Mrs. Bunn. At 10 went to the Cardinal's soiree for 1/2 an hour.
Had confessions at Sp. Pl. Received Thomas. Breakfast at Mr. G. Martin's; Mr. Edwd. did not come. Mrs. Sc**es was there. Saw Mr. Burton, 6 Edgeware Rd. Cruised to the city and round to Kings Cross. Took R.W. at 6 to Barnet, found Mr. Philip Jones there.
Cor Chrti. Said two Masses, preached controversial on Eucharist. Thomas made his first communion. I came in by R.W. 1.45. Met Mr. Poole of Shefford. Long talk with Zuleta. Saw Mlle de Bintinays, Sir G. Hayter at his studio. Preached at Sp Pl. at 8 after sound dinner at home.
Mass in Blandford Squ. Saw Miss Caroline Agnew and Sis Mary Joseph (Brompton Squ), lunched there. Dined at Mrs. Robert's, 78 S. Audley St. Attended Benediction at Spa Pl. Gave scapular; saw M. Canet.
Mass in Sp. Pl. Breakfast at Mr. Manning's. Packed up at New Burlington St. Begged about till I took bus at the old Bell at 4. Got home in good time. Dined at Floris's. II Sun aft Pent. June 18. Said Mass at 6. F Aloysius preached and catechised. I preached at Brannens. F. Joseph left for Hardingham.
Mass at 5. I went to Mr. ****ds at Hampstead. Breakfast 2nd. at Mr. Jackson's. Took bus to London. Dinner, luncheon at the Walkers. Went in this evening to Mrs. Scoles, Oakley Square, tea there. Slepy at Mr. Martins, 30 Argyll St.
Started at 5 to Keppel St. Mass there. Was picked up by F. Eugene and F. Aloysius in a car for Moorfields. At 1/4 9 High Mass then Synod. Dined at 4 there. Went to the Cardinal's soiree. Saw Mr. Myddelton and Marshall.
I took R.W. at 6 1/2 to Barnet; Mass. Saw Mrs. Dillon. R.W back at 10.41. Called on Mr. Jones at Versailles Hotel. Walked with him to see Miss Gladstone by appointment (ill in bed). Went to dine at Spencer Ho with Sarah, old and young etc. Walked to Hammersmith. Supped at Keen's. Slept at Mrs. Canning's.
Went to say Mass at Roehampton convent at 8. Lunched for dinner at Lord Bristol's (Putney Heath) with Lady W.
Said Mass for Mrs. Canning at the Benedictine convent. A young Frenchman at breakfast. I went to meet her at Kensington convent, then got our faculties at Golden Square. Saw Mrs. Lyne Stevens. Dined at 1/4 5 with Mrs. Martin. went to College Crescent to see Mrs Mivart etc. Bus back. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Bunn, had tea there. Saw Mr. Jones at home. (101 cont.ii.)
Mass at Sp. Pl. served by Br. Casimir, who slept at Mr. Martin's last night. I had a good talk with Mr. Edwd. Martin. Got dinner at 2 1/2 from Mr. O'Connor, Lincoln's Inn. Bus at 4 to St. Joseph's. Walked to Barnet by 10. III Sun aft Pent June 25. Regular Barnet day. Read Cardl's pastoral for the schools; preached to the Irish who are here in crowds. at night. Lectured on Acts V. Saw Mrs. Dillon very ill.
Came in with Mr. Walker. Saw Mr. Jos Lasdier, then the Card.l. At 12 Miss Gladstone (a long talk). Dined at 3 with Mr. and Mrs. Martin; went to Belgravia, then to Mr. Brodin's, Alliss etc. Home at 10 1/2.
Mass and breakfast at Sp. Pl. Took bus to St. George's; called to Mr. Boyle's, (gone out). Went to Kentish town. Got tea and chops at Mr. Barnet's. A long talk with Miss Ivers. Walked home calling at Oakley Square. Went to the Cardinal's at 9 1/2.
I said Mass at Blandford Square. Saw Mr. O'Neal and Mr. Dolan; took bus to Elephant and Castle and had 2 hours with Mr. Boyle, 9 Edward St. Then with Mr. Algernon Wells his attorney, 13 S. Swithin's Lane. Got collation at 3 at Mr. Marshall's. Dined at the Mannings; Baron Schroeter there.
Called on Mr. Jones at 5 1/2. Took R.W. at 6 1/2 to Barnet; said the 2 Masses. Dined and took R.W. at 1.45 back. Went to the Admiralty. Dined 2do. in Keppel St. Met the Abbot of Mt. St. Bernard. Called on Mr. Chas Leg, 46 Amwell St. Tea with Mr. Wilkinson. Found B. Peter and B. Anthony waiting to fetch me home.
Got home at 12 walking. Heard of P. Pio coming and the Cardl's call. Went back with a lift in a gig. Saw Mr. Canet. Bus to London Bridge Wharf. No P. Pio. Back by river to Hungerford. Saw Mrs. Bunn.
Breakfast at the Manning's. Saw Mr. Beavan off at Euston Squ. went with F. Eugene to Cardl's. Dined with Mr. Martin. Went to the meeting of the Society of St. Vincent of Paul. Spoke after the Cardl. Took bus home. Found P. Pio and 3 others for America, and the Priest of *oss. IV Sun aft East. <SIC> July 2. We had 7 Masses. I preached on the Gospel. F. H. catechised, I lectured on Acts VIII. Tea with Mrs. Hall. Mr. H. angry with Burtons.
At home till 3 1/2; went to see Burtons, the school mistress etc.
I walked with F. Pius to Kilburn. Bus to Cardl's. Went to Lady Granville's with him. To old Broad St. by bus to take places by the Niagara to sail from Liverpool on Saturday. Bus from Bank to Kilburn. Walked home and dined *****ame. (101 cont.iii.)
Did not do much at home. At 4 went to the village to settle about conveyance tomorrow to Euston Squ.
Father Pius, F. John Dominic, and F. John Luke. This last a student at Recanati when I was there (see under Apr 3 1852) said Mass together at 2, I after them. Breakfast. At 4 we started in Jones's cart driven by Balaam to Euston Square. I saw them off at 7 for Sutton by Parbain. Breakfast again at Mr. Coles's. Spoke to old Reilly, 502 Oxford St. Walked home; lunch at Mr. McDonough's.
Wrote to Miss Gladstone and Bp of London. The rest of the day at home doing various little things. ************ the clock with B. Casimir etc.
A talk with F. Eugene. He went off at 10 with F. Leonard. He to go to Barnet, F. Leonard to Acton to supply for Mr. Rogers. F. Aloysius later to Kentish town to say Masses at Mr. **********. I was called at 5 1/2 to go to a young man wounded at Ellstree, but met him in a cart on the road, ****************************. (102) St. Joseph's July 9 1854. 2. Barnet 1. S. Jos 1. Ramsgate 3. Barnet 1. Mr. Richardson's, London 1. St. Jos 5. Barnet 1. S. Jos 1. S. Wilfrid's 8. Whitwick 1. Acton 3. Barnet 2. S. Jos 1. Argyle St. 1. Sutton Place 1. St. Jos 2. 5 weeks. V Sun aft Pent. July 9. I said two Masses, preached to the Haymakers. Mr. Bathurst came and dined, and two young Scotts from Clapham. I lectured at Brannen's on Acts IX. Mrs. Butt made her first communion.
I heard of Edwd. Martin being come to Barnet, so I went off there, first going to Mr. Hall's where I saw Franky just come. Then to London to see Mr. Hope Scott. dined at Alliss's a little. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet.
I staid till after dinner, hearing confessions. M. Martin, Betsy Nicholls. I walked to S. Joseph's, calling on Mr. Ventris of Whetstone, Bryan, Butlers. Went on to Mr. Hall's for a meeting. Got home at 1/4 12.
Up at 2; said Mass at 2 1/2. At 1/4 5 walked to Hampstead, saw Miss Byrne at 6, then to Mr. Scoles's, then to Mrs. Budd whom I saw dying. I took R.W. at 12.30 to Ramsgate, expr. cheap. I found the Digby's, No. 2 Royal Crescent, with Mr. Foley on a visit. We went before dinner to see Paynes's house. After walked with Digby to the Pier. 2nd. time in Ramsgate from 48 years ago.
Said Mass at 8 1/2. (First wrote to Card.l Wiseman). Begged till 2. Translated for Fr. Eugene. Dined at 5 1/2. Bucdic at 6 1/2. Mr. Luck shewed me Pugin's house at 12.
Mass at 7; walked to Broadstairs, then to Margate. Mr. Costigan out. Mr. Preston his lodger shewed me to the town to Mr. Kenny's etc. Took R.W. at 4.25 back to Ramsgate. After dinner I went out and had tea with Mrs. Walmsley.
Took R.W. at 10.25 to London; bus from Lon Bridge to Kings Cross. At 4 R.W. to Barnet. Went to Union W. House at 7. VI Sun aft Pent. July 16. Regular till after the lecture on Acts VI. I took R.W. at 7.50 to London. Got at 10 to Mr. Richardson's, 4 Linton St. south, Britannia Fields, being called by a letter from Mr. Anderson to see his wife. Slept, then talked till near 1 with Mrs. Mansfield, Medical Botanist, who attends Mrs. Richardson. Mr. Edwd. Martin communion. Betsy Nicholls 1st. communion.
Said Mass at Islington chapel at 7. Back to Mr. Richardson. Went at 10 1/2 to Mrs. Budd; she was dead. Dined at Mr. Martin's. Went outside Derry's at 4. Mr. Maguire, Br. Osmund's father is there.
Translated for F. Eugene; wrote letters. At home picked out peas after supper. (102 cont.i.)
At home all day. Put all my papers in order.
Went to Mr. Harting at breakfast. At Mr. Hall saw Mr. and Mrs. Wilfrid Latham and children. A talk with Frank. Went on to Stanmore. Lunched at Ly Caroline Bathurst's. Home at 8; found Mrs. Hall etc. Madame and M.r, De Bauneville, who are stopping at the Welsh Harp.
Went to London by 10 o'clock bus. Saw Mother Mary Joseph, then Father Edwd. Bagshawe. Took boat to Lond Bri. Got my passsport visa for France. Took bus to Islington; saw Mrs. Richardson, much better. Called on ***** Oakley to put her into his hands. Took bus to Paddington. Walked home by 10 1/2, except a mile lift by Mr. Sexton of Hendon.
At 4 or 5 I went to Mrs. Hall and had tea with her and Franky, and a long talk with him. Walked to Barnet. Mr. Acheson went with me half way to Hendon, and proves to be my school fellow Atkinson of Eton. VII Sun aft Pent. July 23. Usual services till after Benediction. Saw the youth at the workhouse. Set off at 4 3/4 to Hyde; called on a sick Irish girl at Whetstone. A immensely talking Irishman went with me to Finchley. I found no congregation at Brannen's, and so went on home without lecture.
Up at 1 1/2, said Mass at 2. At 3.40 started on foot with Feeney carrying bags to Euston Square. Got there at 5.45. At 6 1/2 took 3rd. class R.W. to Derby,10 1/2. Thence almost directly took R.W. intermediate class to Oakmoor, 3/- <SHILLINGS>. Got there at 2. Walked to S. Wilfrid's saying Mattins. Found Fr. Cons.r Pius, who had sent for me. He is not well with Diarrhoea. Fr. Austin here.
Translated matter of F. Pius for the Visita. At 4, he, F. Raphael and I went to Alton Towers and back. Ld. Shrewsbury was out riding. He is there with Mr. Hope Scott and Mr. Bellasis his auditors.
At home all day busy about the Visit. Wrote to Pugin about Chadley. Conferences as interpreter for F. Pius with the Brothers.
At home all day except after dinner and supper, walks. F. Pius gave exame in Latin.
At home again. Mr. Robert Simpson from Cheadle came on a vist for an hour. Gave instruction to the Lay Brothers after vespers.
F. Pius still unwell. At home all day translating Regulations, Decrees etc. Making conferences etc. VIII Sun aft Pent July 30. I said Mass at 6 as usual, and did not preach nor do any function for a wonder. Had a letter from (102 cont.ii.) Mr. Baker about my prospects in France; wrote to F. Eugene. The Visit was concluded after vespers. I finished up the conferences of the students and Brothers. At 4 or 5 we went to Alton Towers. F. Pius, F. Raphael and I saw Ld. Shrewsbury, Mr. Hope Scott, Dr. Numan etc. Just preparing to have come here. We got home just in time for Benediction by F. Austin, who had done all the work.
Our departure was put off till tomorrow. At 3 we started, all the clerics but Fr. Xavier, to walk to Cheadle, saw the church. Fr. Raphael and I staid behind the rest in Cheadle, and got home at 8 1/2. We had to take shelter from 2 heavy showers. The others got drenched.
We could not start by the first train, and the delay gave us time for interesting conferences with Br. Stanislaus and Fr. Austin. We were not ready for 12 o'clock either, but took R.W. at 4.5 to Burton. Found the train to Coalville gone, and waited 3 hours, till one at 8.40. I wrote letters to Mother Anastasia, F. Eugene etc. We got to Whitwick at 10, knocked up Father Sisk who gave us two rooms and beds and supper.
F. Pius and I served each others Mass at 6 1/2 and 7. After breakfast we went with Sisk to Grace Dieu. Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose were out, but we saw the 12 children who can walk; then went to St. Bernard's Abbey, where I saw Mr. Beavan. We dined at 1 with the priests in retreat. There were Mr. Evison and Mr. McGowran there. We went down to Coalville and took R.W. at 3.27 to Burton; then Parl.y to Stoke and express to Stone. Saw Joseph Beech at the station. Mr. and Mrs. Hunt, Austin Beech and wife. Got to Aston at 1/4 8. Found a letter from F. Eugene to change my plans again.
I am writing up my journal on Nov 18, from notes, of which I have none for these two days. I walked this afternoon with F. Xavier to Alton Abbey, to see the Caverswell nuns in their new house; had tea. Otherwise busy about the visita.
Busy about the visita. At 7 at night preached at Stone for the nuns "Haec dies etc."
Mass at 2 1/2. Walked to Stafford, leaving bags behind. At 6 took excursion train to London. Saw Dr. Maguire at 12, to answer a complaint of his at my absence on Sunday. Dined with the Miss Manning's at 1. Walked to S. Joseph's, then to Barnet. Subpoenad tonight. In all 23 miles, and 150 by train. IX Sun. 6. Regular Barnet day. Lecture at night on Acts VII.
Gave communion to Butlers and Bryan. Mr. Dillon drove me to John's causeway to see a sick woman ***ing at Cantons. Dined at Underhill at 5. Walked home by Totteridge. Saw Hawker at the Union, Mrs. Harting, Mrs. Hall and Frank.
Mrs. Walker came with Dillon's gig for a cholera case (102 cont.iii.) at Barnet. I drove over and attended it. She came on foot after. I dined at Underhill. Took R.W. at 4.40 to Colney Hatch. Saw Mrs. Lyons ill. 6 1/2 R.W. to London. Tea at the Walkers. Saw Mrs. Bunn; slept in Argyle St., expecting to go to Guildford tomorrow for the Cardinal's trial, but it was put off.
Mass in Keppel St. at 6.45. Saw Mrs. Richardson, Mr. Martin (Mr. Oakley), Mrs. Scoles with whom I dined at 1. Mrs. Wilkinson on the way to the Waterloo station. R.W. at 5 to Woking, where J. Lefevre who joined me at the station, made me stop, and sent me with Mrs. and Miss Lefevre to Sutton Place where I dined and slept.
Mass at 7 in the priest's house. Walked in to Guildford with Mr. Finlaison who was there. The trial was again put off, so I went to London by 10 1/2 R.W. with Mr. Lucas who gave me a little lift. Walked home, lunched with Mr. Alliss; Mad. De Bauneville at Welsh Harp.
At home, except a run to the village with B. Sacr.t for old Ashby. F. Leonard being already there. It failed.
Mass at 2 1/2. Off at 1/4 4. Took R.W. at Waterloo Station at 7 to Guildford. Breakfast with Sir J. Fitzgerald and Bowyer at the White Hart. Examined in court at 2 1/2. Mr. B**le nonsuited. Dined with the Hartings, Gawthorn, and took R.W. at 5. Bus to Kilburn etc. S. Joseph's Aug 13 1854. 4. Broadway 3. (103) S. Jos 13. Steamer 1. Boulogne 4. S. Jos 2. Dublin 6. Nenagh 1. Borris O'Kane 1. Nenagh 3. Killaloe 1. Nenagh 1. Limerick 4. Tervoe 1. Limerick 1. Clonmel 1. D**gar**** 1. Cappoquin 1. 7 weeks. X Sun aft Pent. Aug 13. Said Mass at 10 1/2; preached and catechised. No lecture at the Hyde. Mr. and Mrs. Plumer called.
Wrote letters for self and F. Eugene. Concluding Benediction of the Novena. Visited at Hyde. Thos Pollard came for some days.
Assumption. Said Mass at 10 1/2 and preached. Benediction at 3 1/2. Went to see Madame de Bauneville at the Welsh Harp at 5.
Mass at 2 1/2. Walked to Paddington Station. Took R.W. at 5 Campden. Young White with me. Walked to Broadway by 12.
Conference with Br. John Baptist (Buggins). P. Pio, Fr. Vincent and I thought to go to Lord Campden's, but it rained and the carriage did not come.
At home. Worked for the Visita. conference with Br. Patrick.
At 1 1/2 walked to Campden House. Lord Campden drove me to the station after lunch. R.W. at 4.5 Walked home by 11. XI Sun. Aug 20. Mass at 8. Preached at 11 "He did all things well". Catechism; no lecture. Did not go out.
F. Eugene took the students a walk and staid at Barnet. I went to the Union. Tea at Mrs. Allissey;s. FF. Pius and Vincent came at 10, and Br. Joseph.
At home all day. Visitation was opened.
B. Peter went to see the doctor in London, and B. Joseph to get a passport.
F. Vincent went away. I went to Colney Hatch with communion. All had breakfasted. I dined at Underhill House. Walked home by 5 1/2.
At home, working at the books for the visitation.
Went again to Colney Hatch; 4 received. Dined at Underhill; F. Eugene there. Called on Mooney etc., home at 6. XII Sun Aug 27. Talked with F. Pius after dinner on perfection in the world. Mass at 8, preached (Blessed are the eyes etc.).
Said Mass at 4 served by Fr. Hall. Sent F. Leonard (103 cont.i.) to old Bryan. Hot weather. Busy at books.
At home working for F. Pius. Wrote to Mr. O'Herlihy.
Finished the books. The visit closed.
F. Pius and I walked with 3 students to Kilburn. Br. Charles went on with him as guide. I went alone to Miss Byrne, Miss Elwes, Mr. Leech (dined with him), Richardson's, Mrs. Marshall. Home by Derry at 5 1/2. F. Eugene come back.
Put off journey to Ireland. Long talk with FF. Pius and Eugene. After dinner sick call to Brannen. At 4 1/2 set off on foot with F. Pius to Kilburn. Bus to London Bridge. At 8 1/2 1st. class to Dover, and got into the Steamer to Calais.
Got to Calais at 3. I said Mass at 6 1/2. Breakfasted with Mr. Gobert. At 10 we took diligence to Guisnes; took a carriage to Hardinghen. Dined. Then I left P. Pio there and went by La Croix to Boulogne. Received kindly by Mr. Haffringue. XIII Sun Sep 3. Mass at the altar of N.Dame. At home all day writing letters, a long one to R. P. Burnoud at la Salette.
Went at 10 with Mr. Haffringue to the Palace (Capecure) to get an audience of the Emperor. After dinner again with Mr. Gretton. 2nd dinner and tea with him.
Begging. Most people out to see Prince Albert arrive. I saw him in the carriage with the Emperor. Good begging after dinner. The audience civilly refused by M. Mocquart the private secretary.
Took steamer at 10. Sat on the beach at Folkestone writing letters to Ly Arundel, Mlle Bintinays etc. Took R.W. at 5 1/2. Bus to Kilburn, walked home by 11.40.
At home. Wrote up the Platea. The Prov.l and students took a walk. B. Joseph came returning from Holland.
Mass at 4. Walked with bag to Harrow. 3rd. class to Blisworth, then express to Holyhead. Tried to get in at Fr. Smyth's 23 Essex Quay. Mrs. Smith next door, no. 24, received me for the night.
Mass at Michael and John. Breakfast with Mr. Smith of last night. Saw Archbishop Cullen's secretaries first thing. Dined at 2 with Mr. Rogers. Begged Cole's Lane market with Mr. Fitzpatrick. Saw the Archbishop with Fr. Marshall and Wells of Wigan. Slept at Jos Rogers, 71 Grafton St. XIV Sun Sep 10. Mass in Clarendon St. Took R.W. to Kingstown; heard Mass at 11. Saw Ld and Ly Shrewsbury. Dined with Mr. (103 cont.ii.) Pilsworth at 5 1/2. Home by R.W.
Begged with Joe Rogers. Dined with Dr.Cullen at 6. Called on Mr. Lucas.
Mass at S. Joseph's Asylum. Talked 2 hours with F. Maher at Dr. Cullen's. Went out at 3 1/2 with Jos Rogers. Home at 8 1/2. No regular dinner.
Mass at Georges Hill convent. Begged Potatoe, egg, fruit and Smithfield markets. Went to All Hallows and preached to the students. Walked back with Fr. Horan vid Limerick Oct 3 1850. Saw. F. Curtis in Gardiner St.
R.W. to Kildare. Said Mass, saw Miss Aungier. Begged with Mr. Egan R.C.C. R.W. at 2.5 to Templemore. Car to Nenagh; dined and slept at Dr. Vaughan's.
Mass at Convent of Mercy (Mother Anastasia). No begging by advice. Drove with the Bishop and dined with him at 4. He sent me in his carriage to Borris O'Kane. Slept at Mr. Birmingham's.
Said Mass at 9 and preached. Saw Bernard Carroll. Back to breakfast. At 2 begged round with Mr. Spain R.C.C. Dined at 4 1/2. Walked off with B. Carroll, taken up half way by a Mr. Carroll at whose house I slept, the Bp's being shut. XV Sun Sep 17. Mass at convent 7 1/2. Preached in the church at 12 1/2. Dined with F. Corbett at the Bp's. Heard the nuns confessions from 2 to 4.
Preached to the Nuns after Mass. Begged with Fr. Corbett till 1; dined with him at 4 1/2 and begged alone after.
The Rev.d Mother being expected, I walked off to Killaloe. Found dinner at 4 with F. Maher at Ballina. He sent me on the last 2 miles in his car to Dr. Power, Vic gen.l, where I slept.
Mass at 8 and preached. Begged with young Callaghan. At 11 1/2 went in Dr. Power's car to Nenagh. Dined at the convent and talked with Rev. Mother till 2.
Mass at 7. Took coach outside to Templemore. Dr. O'Connor P.P. sent Mr. Maher a young Deacon round with me begging; dined with him. At 4.7 R.W. to Limerick, lodged at the priest's house, Sexton Street. Dr. Marshall here.
Mass at 8 in S. Michael's; preached a little. Mr. Synan took me in a car to the Bp's, the sisters of Mercy where the Bp was, the Redemptorists. Cap. Jerningham's. I went alone to Presentation Nuns. Dined at 5 with the priests. Strong argument with Dr. Coglan about hating England. I went with Dr. O'Brien to the young men's society. Spoke. (103 cont.iii.)
Mass at the Presentation nuns. R.W. at 10.45 to Tipperary. Saw Dr. Howley, refused begging. At 2.35 R.W. to Clonmel. Dr. Burke out. Dined with the 2 curates. At 7 R.W. home to Limerick, 10. XVI Sun Sep 24. 7 1/2 Mass at Good shepherd; long talk with the French and German superiors. At 10 spoke an hour to the Penitents. Ran to the Redemptorists to settle for the evening. I preached at S. Michael's at 12 1/2. At 1 1/2 spoke to the catechism children; at 3 1/2 to the girls of the Holy Family. dined with the Bishop at 5. At 7 preached at the Redemptorists; then to the young men's society, where I was enrolled a member. Mr. O'Farrell came with me home. Long argument on hating England.
Mass at the French nuns; spoke to the girls. Begged with Stewart the Clark. Dined and slept at Tervoe, Mr. Mansell's.
Mass at Tervoe. Came back in Mr. Mansell's gig. Begged till 5; dined with Mr. Synan. Out again (Dr. Griffin).
R.W. at 6 to Clonmel; Mass at the Sisters of Charity. Begged alone. At 4 dined with Dr. Burke and Dr. Forgan. Sat till 9, then a few words.
Mass at the Sisters. At 11 attended High Mas de Requiem. At 3 after lunch took pub car to Dungarvau. Dr. Hally gave tea; slept at the Hotel.
Mass at Presentation convent. Took a car to Mt. Malleray. The Abbott in France. F. Pascal (Cahill) Prior. Addressed the monks. Dined at *. Walked to Cappoquin. Slept at Fr. Spratt's, P.P.
Mass at 8 1/2; preached. Begged. Walked with little boy to Lismora. Dr. Fogarty took me to Fermoy. We dined and slept at the Hotel. The P.P. gone to Cork. We called at the convent. (104) Fermore Oct 1. 1854. 1. Cork 1. Girtmunston 1. Cork 4. Dungarvaw 3. Youghall 2. Middleton 1. Lusenstown 1. Cork 2. Luceystown 1. Cork 4. Bas*don 3. Skibbereen 2. Bantry 2. Dunmanway 2. Skibbereen 1. Clonkilty 2. Bandon 1. Cork 8. 6 weeks. Rosary Sunday. 17 aft Pent. Oct 1. Said Mass at 5 3/4 at the convent, Dr. Fogarty after me. He took me in a car to Cork for the consecration of Dr. Leahy. Fr. Michael O'Sullivan preached. Br. John Murphy took me under his protection, and lodged me at Mrs. Murphy's, 8 Sidney Place. He took me in a car to Blackrock convent. A great dinner at the Dominican's at 5.
Mass at the Convent of Mercy. Begged with Downey, Clerk of Cary's Lane. Dined with Dr. Delaney, slept at Girtmunston.
Mass at Blackrock Convent; spoke to the girls in the school. Begged with Egan the schoolmaster. Dined with the Mayor, John Murphy at Clifton. Wed oct 4. Mass at Sisters of Charity; spoke to the nuns and Penitents. Begged the Butter market with Egan. Dined with Fr. McCleod and preached at 7 1/2 in Father Matthew's church; then to the young man's society.
Mass at 8, Presentation Convent; spoke to the nuns in the room. Preached at 11 on humility. Took steamer with Father John to Queenstown and back. Dined at 5 1/2 at Sidney Place. Preached on Thanksgiving.
Mass at N. Presentation Convent; spoke to the nuns. Preached on conformity at 11. Begged alone. Spoke to Dr. Leahy and Fr. Russell. Dined in Sidney Pl. Preached on love for England.
Mass at S. Patrick's. At 9.45 took R.W. to Clonmel. Dr. Burke's housekeeper in cholera. I lunched at the Xn schools with Mr. Thornton who came in the train. At 3 took public car to Dungarvaw. Dr. Hall gone out. I lodged in his house. XVIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 8. Mass at 10 in the church. Preached at 12 1/2; at home writing. Dined with FF. O'Gorman and Mooney.
Mass at the Presentation Nuns; spoke to them in the room. Begged with the Clerk; dined at 4 1/2. Out again after. Met Mrs. Dunphy and family here.
Mass at convent; finished begging. Visited and spoke in the boys and girls schools. Lunched at Miss Carberry's. Took Bianconi's car at 1 1/2 to Youghall. Dined with FF. Toomey and Fielding. The Lazarists were giving a mission which seemed against me, but I went out to Father Sheehan, P.P. at Burgiss in a car; settled all and slept there at (Burgiss).
Fr. Sheehan sent me in his car to Youghal, to make use of this open day of the missionaries. I begged with Fr. (104 cont.i.) Foley's nephew after visiting the nuns who found the boy. I dined at 4 1/2 with rev. Mr. England, the nun's chaplain. Preached at 7; an immense crowd. Had to find collectors for myself. Slept at Mr. Carberry's.
Mass at the Present.n nuns, spoke to them in community room. Mr. Carberry took me begging at 4 1/2, after dining alone at his house. I went by public car to Middleton. Slept at Mr. Fitzpatrick's P.P. No begging allowed.
Mass at Persent.n convent. Saw some of the people; spoke to the girls. Dined with Nich.s Murphy. At 1 1/2 took bus and steamer to Queenstown. Dined 2nd. with Fr. Murphy. Mr. Drew spent the evening with us. I slept there.
Mass at 7 1/2 in chapel; spoke to the few. Begged with a boy from 12 to 2 1/2. Car to Bullynoe (Mrs. Cahill's); ferry to Monkstown. Boat to Pass****. R.W. to Cork. Dined at home. Jerry Frank Murphy baptised tonight. XIX. Oct 15. Mass at Sisters of Mercy, spoke long to them, then to the orphans. Heard 12 o'clock Mass at S. Mary's, F. Power preached. Saw F. Carberry the Prior. Dined at home. Preached at Carey's Lane to a crowd.
Mass at 5, Present.n convent. Saw Mr. Maguire, the Bishop etc. Steamer to Queenstown. Large dinner party, Dr. Coghlan. Preached at 7 (16).
Mass at Convent of Mercy. Spoke to nuns and children. Begged. Went to Cork. Dined *****. Preached at Carey's Lane (17).
Mass at N. Present.n convent. Saw Bp and sisters of Charity. Begged with Patrick Hussey. Dined at Sidney Pl.
Mass at S. Patrick's. Begged 7 hours with P. Hussey. Dined with Mr. Edwd. Burke at 6.
Mass at Xn Brothers, Peacock Lane. Went back at 2 to speak to the boys. Begged with Hussey. Went with Fr. John to see Fr. Michael at Mansion House after dinner.
Mass at S. Patrick's; saw J.G. McCarthy the Redemptorist. Heard F. P**st's sermon at 12. Saw Fr. Bernard. Dined with the Present.n Brothers. Took R.W. at 4.50 to Bandon. Received at Fr. O'Brien's, P.P. Wrote a long letter to F. Vincent Prov.l. XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 22. Mas at Present.n nuns; saw F. Horgan there. Preached at 12 1/2 (18). Dined at 4, a party. Preached again at 7 on humility, conformity, love (19). Mr. Wilson a convert at dinner.
Mass at convent. Spoke to the nuns and children (104 cont.ii.) till 11. Begged with F. Horgan and F. Mahony. Dined with Horgan. Preached at 7 on state of England (20). Message from Mr. Denis O'Sullivan rejected by Horgan.
Mass at convent. At 10 1/2 coach to Skibbereen; dined at 4 with Dr. Keane. Wrote to Mrs. Walker. Talked to Dr. Keane he cannot.
Mass at 8, spoke a few words. At 12 begged with Fr. Murray. dined at 4. At 7 preached a long sermon (21).
Mass at 7 1/2. at 10 on coach to Dunmanway. P.P. and curates all out, so I took a return coach to Dri**** high car to Bantry. F. Sheehan P.P. met and took me to Inchi Clough where he lives with 4 sisters. Dined at 6. Good talk.
Mass at 8 1/2 in the House. He drove me in to town. Begged in terrible weather. Spoke to the school. Preached to a small congregation (22). We drove back in a storm.
Mass. Went to Bantry, too late for 1st. car. Wrote to Mr. Murphy. Took Mail car at 12 to Dunmanway. Dined at 5 with Mr. Hurley, P.P. XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 29. Mass at 8 1/4. Preached at 9 1/2 and at 12 1/2 (24). Went to the **del school. Dined at 4 1/2, the curates returned.
Mass at 8. Wrote to Josephine. Begged with Dan Crowley. At 1 took coach to Skibbereen. Preached 1 1/2 hour (25).
Fast. At 1 went by car to Clonkilty. Dined with F. Madden P.P., talked till 8. Read Pastoria.
Mass at 8; preached at 8 1/2 and 12 1/2 (27). Walked with 2 young ones to the site of a new convent. Dined at 4 1/2; read alone.
Mass in the house at 6 1/2. At 8 1/2 on a coach to Bandon. Saw Mrs. Bernard etc. Dined at 5 with F. O'Brien. Preached at 7 on the sects in England (28). Took a car to visit Mr. Bernard at Kilbrogan, with Mr. Pratt his curate.
Mass at convent 6 1/4. At 7.45 took R.W. with Horgan to Cork. Wrote letters. After dinner went to the Mansion House.
Mass at N. P.n Convent. Saw the Bishop. Tried to see the Prot.t Dean and Bishop. After dinner tried the Bp again. XXII Sun aft Pent. Nov 5. Mass at 9, Sisters of mercy. Preached at N. Chap at 11 1/2, at S. Patrick's at 12 1/2 (30). Spoke to the children at the N. Chap at 1 1/2. At Carey's Lane at 2 1/4. Went with F. John to dine at Mansion House. Preached at S. Chapel at 7 (31). (104 cont.iii.)
R.W. at 8 to Blackrock. Mass at 8 in oratory. attended High Mass de Requiem by Bp., back by 12. Begged with S. Patrick's clerk Long walk up Summer Hill. Preached on the bona fide of England at S. Chap (32).
Mass at S. Mary's. F. Power took me to S. Chap. I called on Dr. Wilson and his chaplain Mr. Perrin his chaplain. Begged with Marsden till near dinner at 6. Preached on high and Low Church (33).
Mass at N. P.n convent. Begged with S. Patrick's clerk again. Preached on the sects of England (34).
Mass at S. Patrick's. Begged in Sth. Parish with Marsden. Preached on Natural humility, and Thanksgiving (35).
Mass at S. Patrick's. Shoes mended. Went out at 12 1/2. Saw Mrs. Newman the Dean's wife in the infant school. Visited a little Catholic school near it. Walked down the Dyke to Archdeacon Kyle's; not at home. Preached on charity to England (36).
Mass Do. Went a round alone, then with the clerk of St. Pat. to the shipbuilders. After dinner another walk alone. No fruit. Cork Nov 12 1854. 6. Mallow 1. Fermoy 3. (105)
Dublin 5. Maynooth 2. Dublin 16. 5 weeks. XXIII Sun aft Pent. Nov 12. Mass at N. P.n convent. Preached at 11 1/2 in N. Chapel and spoke to the children at 12 1/2. Dined with Bp and priests there at 4 1/2. Preached at 7 again (38).
Mass at S. Pat.k's. Saw Mr. Sullivan, the Bp., Mr. McNamara etc. A great dinner at home. 3 young officers.
Mass at N. P. Convent. Begged alone. After dinner went with F. John to the young man's society soiree; spoke. Home at 12.
Mass at S. Pat.k's. Spoke to boys and girls at the L. schools. Home for office of B. Paul. Dined with Mr. Maguire.
Mass of B. Paul at Sisters of Mercy, Mr. Murphy came too. Dined alone at 3 1/2. At 4.50 got into the train for Kinsale, but was fetched out by Mr. Kelleher the P.P. Walked at night to get goods in f**nce final departure.
Mass at S. Pat.k's. At 9.45 took R.W. to Mallow. F. Justin McCarthy P.P. took me to see school etc. Dined at 4 with him. F. John Do. and Fr. Sniddie. Preached at 7 to a large congregation (39).
Mass at Sisters of Mercy. Spoke to the nuns after Mass. Then preached again on the 3 virtues at the Chapel (40). No begging allowed. Dined alone at 2 1/2. At 4 took pub car to Fermoy. Kindly received by the curates. XXIV Sun aft Pent. Nov 19. Mass at the double convent. Breakfast at the Present.n convent. A long talk to the nuns in the room. At 12 1/2 preached in the chapel. F. Hickey took me to the Loretto nuns. Spoke to the young Ladies in Retreat. At 4 dined with Fr. Cullinan the Archdeacon etc. At 7 preached on the 3 virtues (42).
Said Mass at 7 at the convent and breakfasted with the Loretto nuns. Mrs. Dease superior very interesting. spoke again to the young ladies. Begged, guided by Jenny Quinlan. Dined with the 3 priests at 5. Out again from 6 to 7. Then preached on the Parties in England (43). Took a car at 8 1/2 and went to see John Hyde at Craig. Had tea with him; home at 11.
Mass again at 7, and breakfast with the Present.n nuns. I staid for a High Mass at 9. Then made a few calls again with Jenny. At 12 the Bianconi car to Mallow. Took R.W. to Goold's Cross. Car to Cashel. Received well by Dean McDonnell.
Mass at the Presentation convent about 8. About 11 spoke to the girls, then to the boys at the National school. The Dean took me to see the fine remedies of the old Cathedral, the rock. Dined at 4. Preached to a large congregation at 6 1/2 (44). (105 cont.i.)
Mass at the convent. Begged about with Mr. Carroll and Mr. Connelly. dined at 4 with the Dean, Mr. Ryan, and Mr. Bergin the curates. Then went at 5 by the open car to Goold's Cross, and 3rd. class at 6 to Dublin. Walked to 71 Grafton St. Had tea with Jos.h Rogers. F. Vincent was come, but in bed there. I spoke to him in bed.
F. Vincent and I went to say Mass at Warren Mt. convent. Talked there; saw Dr. Newman, the Dominican's etc. Dined at 5 with Mrs. Rogers, Ormond Quay. Called on Mr. Conn of High St., on our way home.
We said Mass at S. Audeoen's. Then I saw him off by R.W. at 10 for Birr. I stopped in some time, then tried to see Father Marshall and Fr. Curtis. At 5 dined with Dr. Newman and Renouf etc. (6 Harcourt St.). Talked till 8. Sat up late. XXV last Sun aft Pent. Nov 26. Said Mass at Warren Mt. Preached (45). Staid on talking to the nuns till near Benediction at 2. Preached again (46). Dined with Joseph Rogers and wife at 5 1/2. At 7 1/2 sung vespers and preached at SS. Michael and John (47). Tea with Mr. Keogh.
Dispensed from begging. Mass at Warren Mt. Saw Mr. Collier at Rathnines. Came in with him and had a long sitting with Fr. Marshall. Took bus again to Rathnines, and went with Mr. Collier to dine with the Miss McGauley's.
Mass at Warren Mt. Took R.W. at 10 1/2 to Maynooth. Talk with Dr. Renehan. Wrote to Josephine Leech etc. Dined at 4; tea at 8. Talk with Dr. Russell.
Spoke to the senior students at 6 1/2. Went to say Mass at the convent; long talk with the nuns, then with the girls in school. At 1 had a talk with 12 students till 2 1/2. Dined at 4 etc. Spoke 1/2 an hour to the juniors at 5 1/2.
Mass again at the convent; spoke to some students at 11 1/2 and to Dean Gaffney in bed with a cold. Took R.W. at 1.15 to Dublin with Mr. Rochford I think, calling on Fr. Marshall. Went with him to dine at All Hallows. Came home to say office. Attended Renouf's inaugural lecture at the University at 8.
Said Mass at Michael and John's. Settled about preaching next week. Took bus to Rathmines. Visited Ranelagh Convent. A long talk with Miss Hamilton. Said office waiting for Dr. Meyler. Tea for dinner at Mr. Murphy's Crane Lane. Heard Marshall preach in Ann St. chapel
Mass at S. Joseph's Asylum; spoke to the sisters. Saw Mr. Reardon (Xn Schools), F. Curtis. Mattins in the church with exposition in honour of S. Francis Xavier. Took car to High St., Baggott St. etc., and to dine at Rathnines. Walked home at 8. (105 cont.ii.) I Sun of Advt. Dec 3. Said Mass in Baggott St. Preached to nuns and young women after breakfast. Preached at 12 1/2 in Haddington Road. Called on Dr. Meyler and Mrs. Pilsworth. Dined with Fr. Curtis and the Jesuits at 6. Preached at 8 in High St. (49). Tea with Fr. Murphy the curate.
A sore throat. Said Mass in George's Hill; a long talk with Mrs. Taylor. spoke to the school at 11. Called in John's Lane, Meahthe St. (Spoke to both schools there). Fr. Pat Gilligan. Got a chop at home for dinner. Preached at SS. Michael and John on humility for Ireland (50).
Mass at Westland row. Breakfast with Dean Meyler. Spoke to schools in Baggott St. Saw Fr. Spratt. Called on Gilligan again to visit the schools, but it would not do. Dined at 5 with the Dominicans, Denmark St. Preached at SS. Mich and John on thanksgiving (51). Tea with Mrs. Murphy, Crane Lane.
Got up late for my cold. Mass at 9, Clarendon St. Breakfast with Fr. Cullen from Dunevara. Wrote by him to Ab. Greeness. Went to Westland Row, then to Fr. Sprat and his schools. Dined with him and his community at 4. Preached at Mich and Jo on charity for England (52). Tea with Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, Ormond Quay, in the kitchen. Thur. Mass, Westland Row. Preached there at 11 1/2 (53). Saw Mrs. Telford and Benj., 6 Grantham St. Saw Mr. Baker, father to my hostess, and Dr. Laffan. Got a steak at home. Went to hear Fr. Marshall conclude in Anne St.
Mass at S. Joseph's Asylum at 8 and Benediction. Preached in Westland Row (54); established the Association in both. Dined with the White Friars at 4. Went to speak to the boys at Dr. Quinn's (6 Harecourt St). At 8 preached in White Friars chapel (55).
Mass at Warren Mt. Westland Row 11 1/2, the bona fide of England. By cab to F. Henry Young and Gardiner St. Bus to Rathmines to dine. Up till 12. Long letter to Monteith. II Sun of Advent. Dec 10. Mass at Sisters of Charity, Gardiner St. At 9 1/2 preached to half the nuns. At 12 1/2 preached in the church of the Jesuits (57). Went to lunch at Mr. Grattan's, 64 Stephen's Green. Took car to the new church Star of the Sea, Irishtown. Preached there after vespers (58). Dined with Dr. Meyler; preached at Westland Row on the High and Low Church (59). A grand procession after.
Mass at White Friars. Preached at 11 1/2 in Westland Row (60) on Evangelicals. Called on the Dean of S. Patrick's. Dined at the White Friars, to meet Dr. O'Brien. Went with him and Dr. Spratt to a meeting of the council of the young mans society. Spoke to these of my business when he was gone. (105 cont.iii.)
Mass at Westland Row. Breakfast with the Dean; enlisted him. Preached on Calvinists and Unitarians and Methodists (61). Visited the school at Warren Mt. Then saw Mr. Clifford at Harold's Cross and the Poor Clares. Walked across to H**tesbury Terrace to dine with Dr. O'Connell and his 7 curates, FF. Smith, Moran etc. A very ****ing day.
Mass and Breakfast at John's Lane. Preached at W. Row on sanctification of Ireland (62). Visited the boys school with Mr. Meyler. Went to dine at All Hallows. A long talk with Dr. O'Brien. Spoke to the students on the 3 points (63).
Mass at White Friars. Wrote letters there. Preached in W. Row on humility and thanks (64). At 2 1/2 visited school of Mt. Carmel in Dominick St. Dined at 4 with Dr. Mcloughlin and the Franciscans (Merchants Quay). Called on Mr. Murphy (tea) and Gogerty.
Mass at White Friars. Concluded at Westland Row on Charity to England (65). Enrolled up to near 300. Went in rain to All Hallows to dine. Called on Mrs. Lynch, 4 Mountjoy Pl.
Mass at Westland Row. Breakfast with the Dean. Transferred the box to White Friars as the Dean backed out. Wrote letters in Father Cave's room. Dined at Rathnines. Home to say long office. (106) Dublin Dec 17 1854 5. Thurles 1. Killarney 1. Tralee 10. Mallow 1. Dublin 5. S. Joseph's 2. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 2. Barnet 2. S. Joseph's 12. 6 weeks. III Sun of Advt. Dec 17. Said Mass twice at the Poor Clares, Harold's Cross, at 7 1/4 and 10. Preached at the 2nd. (66). Went by car to preach after 12 o'clock Mass at Rathmines (67). Walked to Fr. Morse's, and with him to Irishtown. Preached on the state of England at Star of the Sea (68). Car to White Friars to dine, then walked to John's Lane, where the 40 ore are preached applying it to England (69). Stopped to tea at Mr. Rogers Ormond Quay.
Mass at White Friars and preached at 8 1/2 (70). Preached at 12 at John's Lane (71). Saw Gilligan, Mr. Duffy. Took bus to Rathmines. Dined with the Miss McGauleys and 2 Mess.rs Collier. Called with Fr. Meath on Mr. Bradshaw. Home at 9 1/2.
Mass and preaching as yesterday; at 8 1/2 (72), at 12 (73). The last followed by a procesion by Bp. O'Connor. I walked to Phibsborough, saw Fr. McNamara. Dined at John's Lane at 4 1/2 At 7 saw Fr. White, Denmark St, and attended the committee of Raggit Schools, to see about a meeting of the confraternity. Home at 10 1/2. Heard of F. Austin's death Dec 17.
Mass at Warren Mt. Preached at White Friars at 11 1/2 (74), on thanksgiving. Saw Mr. Conway and Dr. Gray, two editors of papers. Dined at White Friars at 4. Went to Denmark St. and back. Preached on the state of England at 8 (75). Saw Mr. Darling at home at 9 1/2.
Mass at Warren Mt. Preached after High Mass with Exposition in Denmark St (76). Saw Dr. Murray at the Archbp's. Had a chop at Fr. Marshall's. Took car home to pack and to Station. Took R.W. at 4 1/2 to Thurles. Lodged at Dr. Slattery's.
Said Mass at Presentation Convent and long talk with the nuns. R.W. at 12.7 to Mallow. Dined with Fr. McCarthy. He sent me with his car to the train. Waited three hours and got to Killarney at 12. Slept at the Railway Hotel.
Said Mass at 8 at Presentation convent; talked to the nuns, the Bp., Dr. Egan, and the Sisters of Mercy. At 1 went in a coach to Tralee. Dined with Mr. and Mrs. Nich.l Donovan; slept there. Father ********** admin there. IV Sun of Advt. Dec 24. Said Mass at the Present.n convent; preached after last Mass (77). Visited Sisters of Mercy. Dined at 5. Mr. Pembroke and sisters there, and Father O'Connor.
Xmas Day. Said Midnight Mass at Sisters of Mercy. Slept till 9. Said two more Masses. The Bishop preached after last Mass. I preached at night on the good faith of England (78). Enlisting for the association, about 50. (106 cont.i.)
Mass at 7 ********************************. Heard confessions till 4. Dined at 5. Preached at 7 on High and Low Church (79). Enlisted 80.
Mass at 7 at the Chapel, and gave meditation on the humility of J.C. as yesterday. Breakfasted at Sisters of Mercy with Mr. Bridgeman. Confessions. Walked in my habit up and down. Preached at night on Methodists and Unitarians (80). Enlisted 80.
Med.n on the sufferings of J.C. Confessions from 11 to 4. Preached at 7 on National Sanctification (81). Enrolled 90. Dined with the Bishop and priests at 5.
Med.n on the exile in Egypt of J.C. Confessions from 11 1/2 to 4 1/2. The Bishop dined with us. I preached on Humility (82); enlisted about 80.
Med.n on the hidden life. Copnfessions. Preached at 7 without Benediction on the beggars and poor of Ireland (83).
Said Mass at 10 1/2 and preached on the Gospel. And again after last Mass on Thanksgiving (84). Confessions till 5. Dined with the Donovan's and preached at 7 on love for England (85). Father Mawe followed me effectively, enlisted about 100; up to 560. ================================================================
New Year begun at midnight as usual, up at Mr. Donovan's. I said Mass again at 10 1/2. Preached shortly after 8 o'clock Mass, and my own, and a longer sermon after last Mass 188 on seek first etc. Called on the nuns in the 2 convents. Mr. Donovan had a large dinner party. Taft to preach at 7 on prayer (87), its conditions. Enrolled a few, but could not go on for the *******. I met the confraternities of the Rosary and Scapular in a room near the chapel to talk to them.
Started in a coach at 6 to Killarney. Took R.W. there at 9 to Mallow. Said Mass at the convent and staid to met Dr. O'Connor of Pitsburgh who dined there at 5. At 7 I went to lecture the nuns on humility.
Mass in chapel at 1/4 8; preached to about 150 people (88). Breakfasted at the nuns. Went with Fr. John McCarthy to the Union. Dined at 2 1/2. Fr. Justin took me to the R.W. and I started at 1/4 4, 3rd. class to Dublin. Walked with bags to Grafton Street.
Said Mass at White Friars Chap. Called on Dr. O'Connor at Dr. Cullen's again. Called on Mr. O'Flahery, Francis St. Dined at White Friars. Came home and went at 8 to Dr. O'Brien's lecture at the Rotunda.
Said Mass at White Friars and preached 20 min on the Sacred heart. Saw Mr. McCabe. Dined at All Hallows. Came back (106 cont.ii.) in a car of Mr. Schur, the German Professor, who took me to Queen's Square, where I saw Mr. Knight, Dr. Faa's agent, and took him to tea with Mrs. Murphy. Then at 9 had a conference with Mr. Rice and De Voy at the Committee Rooms.
Epiphany. Said Mass at Warren Mt. Walked with Fr. Rich.d Collier to Rathmines. Saw his brother. Walked to dine again at All Hallows, where there was a Gaudeamus; Dr. Moriarty, John O'Connell etc. there. Walked home with Mr. Schur. Stopped at St. Mary's Asylum and gave Benediction to conclude an exposition. Sun inf oct. Jan 7. Said Mass at S. Mary's Asylum and spoke to the Penitents. Saw Fr. Curtis; took bags in a car to Westland Row. At 3 spoke to a meeting of the confraternities at White Friars church. Dined there; saw Mr. Bracnall. Preached on the Association; enrolled 260. Got home at 11.
Said Mass in Westland Row at 6 1/2. Breakfasted there, and took R.W. at 8 to London by Holyhead. Got in at 11 and walked to S. Joseph's by 1 1/2.
Letters to F. Vincent etc. After 4 went to Mrs. Hall. A long talk with Mr. Hall about the Crimaea. Tea; home at 8.
Went to London at 8 1/2. Saw Mrs. Pratt, Mr. Blount etc. Took R.W. to Colney Hatch at 2 1/4. Confessions. To Barnet at 6. After dinner went to see Mr. Baxindale at Whetstone. Mr. Charles Walker at Underhill Ho.
Went to give communion at Colney hatch. Saw old Butlers at the Alms Houses. Dined with Mrs. Walker at 1. Took R.W. to London at 1.45. Went to Miss Walkers, Bank, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Warren, Robt. Leech. Home at 9.
Letter to Mr. Beavan. At 2 went through the village, ending with Mrs. Harting. Home at 6 1/2.
Went in to London with Br. Anthony to Mr. Hawkins, saw Mrs. Fish, Mr. Gawthorn and Dr. Maguire, Floris's (lunched there). They were after the funeral of Mrs. James. Took R.W. at 5.5 to Barnet. Read a little in the evening. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 14. At 2nd. Mass read the Card/l's Pastoral on the Definition of the Imm Con.n ** Rome. At 3 1/2 Rosary sung. Lectured on the Holy Name and Benediction. Went to tea at the Barracks with Serjeant Burke and Mrs.
I took communion to the Butlers; went to the Union to Bergin. Dined at 1. Took R.W. at 1.45. Saw Mr. Leech (tea). F. Vincent come. Walked home by 8. 19 miles.
At home all day. Mr. Nich.l Rigby came for a Retreat. (106 cont.iii.)
At home; very cold. Said last Mass. Talked with F. Vincent. Wrote up the Platea.
At 9 I walked with F. Vincent to London. We saw Dr. Maguire and announced Barnet after Sexagesima. Called on Burns, The Bank, Mr. Walker at Admiralty, Mr. Booty about Mrs. Canning's will. We dined at Peel's Coff. ho. I walked home alone. He stopped to sleep. (20 miles).
At home all day. Mr. Rigby went away. I began again to work at the life of B. F. Paul for Burns.
A long talk with Mrs. Hall after breakfast in the Reception room. F. Aloysius went to Barnet. Angelina to confession etc. III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 21. Said Mass at 6; preached at 11 1/2 on the Gospel. At 5 went to the village. Tea at Mr. Hall's; ran home by 8.
Wrote to the Abbott of Mt. St. Bernard about Mr. Beavan. Went to the school etc at 3, home at 5. Deep snow last night.
At home all day. Worked at the life of B. Fr. Paul.
I went out at 9 1/2. Called at Allisseys, Mrs. Robinson, the people at Edgeware, Mrs. Lyons, and went to dine at Lady Caroline Bathurst. Interesting talk with Miss Bathurst about Miss Nightingale etc. I went to Bushey, finished my refection at Mr. Drury's. Called on Kenny and Mr. Keane, and walked fast home by 8.
Wrote letters for Jerome James Murphy going to Rome, and sent them to his Mother and Josephine Leech. Gave the exame on S. Paul's example. Went to Mrs. Sired at 3 1/2; came straight home again.
Said last Mass. Wrote some letters to Mr. Collier about the Irish affairs and Mr. Brasnall. Read it to Fr. Aloysius. Saw Mrs. Hall after dinner in the parlour. Wrote at the life of F. Paul.
I stopped up after Mattins, and at 4 set off to London with a new cloak. Got to Blandford Square at 6 or soon after. Said Mass for Mr. Herder at 7. Saw Mr. O'Neal, Burns, Mrs. Bunn, Mr. Clark at Miss Byrne's, Mr. Warren, Mr. Leech. From him had to run to catch the 5.5. train to Barnet. After dinner wrote some of B. Paul's life. Barnet. Jan 28 1855. 2. S. Jos. 3. Barnet 1. (107) S. Jos 1. Barnet 2. S. Jos 4. Argyle St. 1. Barnet 2. S. Jos 12. 48 Spring Gardens, Stockport 15. Hull 13. 8 weeks. IV Sun aft Epiph. Jan 28. Said the two Masses as usual. Preached on the Gospel at 12, on the Epistle at 3 1/2. After Rosary had a talk with Ellen Sired and Mrs ***** at 10.
Wrote to Mr. Wilberforce etc. Another talk with Mrs. Welby, and Ellen, dined at 1. At 3 walked home, by Hendon, calling on Mooney, Mcrars, McCarthy. Got home at 7.
Got a breakfast at Mr. Harting's. Talked to Mrs. Hall till 11 1/2, then got some dinner and walked thro' snow to Harrow. Saw Mrs. Delaney's daughter and Mrs. Healey, who took me to see Mr. Pitman's housekeeper. Got home at 6 1/2.
Last Mass. Wrote to F. Vincent. At 3 Mr. Herbert called and took me in a carriage with his little girl and boy to Lady Caroline Bathurst's and back by 7 1/2.
We went to Mrs. Sired and the school, then to Kilburn, took bus to Lond Br. and went to see Mr. Collingridge at Bermondsey. Dined there alone. Walked to tea at Keppel St. Went to Mr. Leech and took R.W. at 8 to Barnet.
Blessed the candles etc., at 8. Went up to Barnet, back to dine at 1. Walked home by 6, calling on Mr. Baseindale.
Started at 4 1/2, and went to say Mass in Blandford Squ., in a storm of sleet, but I got comfortably started at 9 1/2, after a good talk with the Revd. Mother. I called in Golden Squ., did not see the Cardl., but Dearle saw Mr. Clark, Martin, Warren, Miss Elmes, dined with Mr. and Mrs. Bunn at 5. I took R.W. at 3 to Barnet. -------------------------------------------------------------- Septuage. Sund. Feb 4. Services as last Sund. Sermons on Gospel and Epistle. Went to tea with Serjeant Cardy, and called on Mrs. Hackett. Mon. Feb 5. Went to the Work Ho. Saw Mrs. Neale etc. Dined at 1 with Mrs. Walker, went to the Buttery and so home by 6 1/2.
At home all day. Wrote some letters, and a little of F. Paul's life.
At home again except visiting Mrs. Sired and the school at Brannens.
At home. Wrote at the life.
Said last Mass. Started to London at 1 3/4 to see Mr. Booty at 4, and receive £500 of Mrs. Canning. Tea in Keppel St., saw Mrs. R. Leech. Slept at Martin's. (107 cont.i.)
Said Mass at Blandford Square at 7. Talked to Sister Mary Vincent (Connolly) at breakfast. Saw Mrs. Pratt. Burney dined with Mrs. Manning at 4, called on Ch. Walker and went with him to Harting's to pay him £250. Tea with Mr. McAvila, saw Mr. Clark, Mr. Leedy, and at 8 took R.W. to Barnet the last time. -------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag. Sun Feb 11. Just like last Sun. Sermons on Gospel and Epistle. Tea with Serjeant Kelter. Long talk with Mr. Arnold.
Went to give Comm. to the Butlers, came on to Hyde, visited school and Mrs. Sired, and on home. The students were out, we dined at 6.
High Mass by F. Eugene at 8. I sung with others plain chant. Recreation all day at home till 5 1/2. I opened the retreat.
Not up to Mattins. Said Mattins after Rosary last night and wrote to Mr. Philip. Today a good retreat day. At 2 1/2 vow of poverty, at 5 1/2 Venial Sin.
Before dinner long talk with F. Gaudentius and Br. Osmund. At 2 1/4 vow of chastity, at 5 1/2 Death.
Confessions begun. At 2 1/4 vow of obedience, 5 1/2 Genl. Judgement and Kingdom of Xt., coupled, and 2 standards. F. Aloysius went to London, called by Dr. Maguire.
Mr. McDonnell went away. 2 1/4 vow of promoting devotion to the Passion. 5 1/2 Hell. F. Aloysius back at 4. F. Gaudentius went to see Mr. Collinridge about a Mission. -------------------------------------------------------------- Quinqu. Sun Feb 18. Said Mass at 6. After vespers fraternal charity. At 5 3/4 Mercy of God from the 3 first of the 7 words of J.C. on the cross.
At 2 1/4 Prayer (various acts), 5 1/2 Paradise always said Mattins after rosary and read. Just now O and Fabiola.
After 2nd. Mass the renewal of vows and papal Benediction. After Benediction went to Mrs. Sired and Mrs. Hall, tea there. Home at 8.
At 8 F. Eugene sung the Mass and gave ashes. I finished Fabiola during the day, about 10 1/2 at night. Not yet rising to Mattins.
I went out at 9, having packed up my bag for Euston Squ. Visited all through the village; dined at 1 with Mrs. Hall, then went on to Askew's and Burton's, and home for Compline. F. Gaudentius set off to meet me at Stockport. (107 cont.ii.)
At 3 via crucis publicly. F. Eugene lectured ***oriter Benedn. I then went to see Mrs. McKenna, some hope.
At 4 1/2 I walked to Blandford Squ., to say Mass at 7. At 10 took R. W. fast train to Weedon, then Par. to Stockport. F. Gaudentius joined me at 9 1/2. -------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Lent. Feb 25. I said Mass at 9, standing in Sacristy till 11, and preached the opening in Mr. Coulslon's Mass. We dined at 2. At 3 I gave the first lecture, Duties to God. Staid to say Mattins and wrote to Josephine. Heard F. Gaudentius preach at 6 after Compline. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Marshall.
Mass at 7 1/2. F. Gaudent. 8 1/2. I gave opening meditn. on the Passion. At home till dinner. Some confessions after. I gave a lecture at 7 on Duties to God. Heard F. Gaudentius preach at 3. Before lecture litany sung. Between the two the Miserere.
At 9 1/2 on Lord's youth in suffering. We went to Manchester then Levenshulme. I dined with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Marshall. ****** Father Marshall and Mr. and Mrs. Grimshaw. Home to lecture. Practical duties to God.
At 9 1/2 Agony in Garden. At 7 contrition by desire of Fr. Gaudentius. Confessions all day.
I said the Mass at 9, and gave medtn. on the prayer in the garden. Fr. G. said Mass at 8 and went to Ashton. At 7 contrition 2do.
At 9 1/2 Judas and Caiphas. At 7 Confession. Mr. Richardson came at 3 1/2, with Mr. Matthew Houghton a curate clergyman, once of Dudley.
At 9 1/2 the Dolours of B.V.M. Confessions till night. No preaching at night. -------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun in Lent. Said Mass at 9. Preached at 11 1/2 on the Genl. Judgement. Fr. G. gone to Levenshulme. 6 1/2 Imitation of J.C. humility.
Confessions all day. At 7 zeal for souls. Duties of parents in this light.
Fr. Gaud. took the meditn., and preached alone at 7, with a solemn service and Benedicn. after, in honour of the B.S. 30 girls in white with candles. I took the day for Levenshulme. R.W. at 10 1/2. Conference with Sr. Clare etc., Fanny Marshall's first confession. Dinner at 3 with Father Marshall. Tea at 7. Mr. Connor of Dingle with him. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson and Mr. Houghton came after dinner. I walked home at 9. Said Mattins in Sacristy. (107 cont.iii.)
At 7 conversion of England.
At 7 Fr. Gaudentius alone on the B.V.M. Another solemn service like Tuesdays. Fri. Mar 9. 9 1/2 Crucifixion, last words. At 7 short exposition on prayer taking all the points.
At 9 1/2 Dolours of Mary 2 do. Dined at 1. Confessions from 4 to 1 in the morning. We had supper in the upper sacristy. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun in Lent. Staid in sacristy till 3. Went with Mr. Higginbotham and Giblin carrying bag to station. R.W. at 3.32 to Manchester. Mass at S. Austin's at 5 1/2 and breakfast. R. W. at 7 to Hull. F. Vincent had preached at 11; again he did at 2. Dinner at 5. I preached on the soul at 6 1/2.
F. Vincent Mass at 7 1/2. Mine at 8, then he gave meditn. Breakfast at 1/4 9. Confessions from 9 to 1, dinner, from 4 to 11. At 7 F. Vincent gave lecture on the Sacraments. At 2 1/2 I spoke to the children on the commandments. At 8 preached on sin as offence to God.
Only long confession and few today, but I was well occupied. At 8 on sin as an evil to us.
Regular day as Monday and preached on death (of the sinner). Children at 2 1/2.
As Tuesd. Confessions do not multiply, but they are interesting. At 8 death as a monitor.
As Monday or Wednesday. I preached at 8 on the last Judgement. Supper every night at 11. No fasting.
We were prepared to preach at night, but no one came hardly, and so we went on with confessions; over at 10 1/2. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun in Lent. Mar 18. I said Mass at 7 1/2, preached at 11 on England. At 2 1/4 enlisted the children in the church. Preached at 8 on Hell.
Mr. Collins came in the forenoon and again at 11 at night. I had the children at 2 1/2, and settled to go on every day this week except Wednesday, which is the Queen's day of humiliation. At 8 the Procrastinanti.
All as usual. At 8 on Drunkeness. Mr. Collins again at night.
The Queen's fasting day. We had a great (107 cont.iv.) communion and many confessions, and a large congregation at night. I preached on cursing etc.
Regular day. At 8 I preached on incontinence, Text There shall not enter into it etc.
Regular day. At 8 on Lying.
Confessions till 1 at night. No preaching at night. (108) Hull, Mar 25 1855. 9. Lincoln 1. Barnet 1. S. Joseph's 7. Exeter 1. Trelawny 9. Liskeard 1. Trelawny 1. Clifton 1. S. Anne's 2. Steamer to Belfast 1. Dungannon 22. 8 weeks. Passion Sun Mar 25. I sung Mass at 10 1/2. F. Vincent preached; I enrolled many after. I preached to the children at 2 1/2. At night on the mercy of God.
Regular day, not a moment to spare. Children at 2 1/2. At night, humility.
Regular. At 8 Temporal happiness of the just.
Regular. At 8 on temperance; gave the pledge after to about 200 as was reported.
Regular. At 8 death of the Just.
Regular. At 8 on the Passion, advantages of meditation on it. Confessions till 1 1/4.
No meditation this morning by F. Vincent. For the first time this week a spare half hour from confessions before dinner. No preaching at night. Confessions from 3 1/2 to 1 1/2, except tea and supper. ------------------------------ Palm Sun Ap 1. I sung Mass at 10 1/2 after blessing Palms. F. Vincent preached. I enrolled up to 408. I gave ricordi to the children at 2 1/2. At 5 Mr. Collins, Mr. Walker and Mr. Peel dined. I preached at 6 1/2 on Paradise, then gave ricordi' 2 hours in all. Then Papal Benediction and Benediction of B. Sacrament. I talked with Mr. Collins till 11 1/2. I thought I had gout this morning, but it went off.
Mass at 5. Took boat for R.W. at 7 to Lincoln. Saw Mr. Sibthorp at his Rede houses. We went over the Cathedral and about the town; dined at 3. A walk after dinner. I slept at Mr. Holden's S.J. Mr. Sibthorp just as last time, see Nov 22 1849.
I said Mass at 7 1/2. At 11 took R.W. to Barnet. At Peterboro' saw Mr. Seed and O'Conner. Mr. and Mrs. Walker in Wood Street.
Mass in the chapel at 8. Went to Colney Hatch, calling on Mooneys, Mrs. Bryan etc. Left at 2; called on Butlers at the Alms Houses. Home soon after Tenebrae had begun. Dined at 7.
Up at 5 1/2. I gave the meditation on communion. We all received at the Mass by F. Eugene at 10. The Sepulchre prepared at our Lady's altar. Tenebrae at 5, then the Mandatum by F. Eugene. I got tired and weak. Good Fri. Ap 6. I had no watching. Up at 6. I got a full breakfast. Mass of the Presund** at 10 by F. Eugene. I sung (108 cont.i.) part of the Passion (the Synagoga) and preached on consummatum est. After dinner called on Mrs. Hall who is ill. Back to Tenebrae at 4. Holy Sat Ap 7. Up at 4 1/2. 5 to 6 Medit.n. 8 1/2 begun the function, I was celebrant. At 3 1/2 F. Eugene and I went round all the houses, beginning with Mr. Harting's and Mr. Hall's, and ending with Scred, blessing them with the Paschal water. Home at 7. ------------------------------ Easter Sun Ap 8. I said Mass at 8; F. Eugene sung Mass at 11. I was Deacon and preached after the Gospel on Haec Dies etc. I was with F. Paul Mary and Br. Anthony who are ill after dinner. At 6 we had complin solemnly. I preached means of Perseverance, then benediction. East Mon Ap 9. Up at 3 1/2 with F. Paul, not to Mattins. At 7 I started to Colney hatch, calling on Butlers; 7 communions given. At 10.51 took R.W. to London, saw Dr. Faa. Lunched with my sister at 1 1/2. Saw Mr. Gordon (30 George St, Hanover Squ) to a there. Walked home by 1 1/4. East Tues Ap 10. After dinner went to Mrs. Hall, Mrs. Harting and Askees. Home to supper; preparing to depart.
Got up at 1 1/2; Mass at 3. At 1/4 5 walked to Paddington. Took R.W. at 6.50 to Bristol, 3.23. Saw Elwes. At 5.30 took R.W. 2nd. class to Exeter. Stopped at Mr. Eccles's S.J.
Mass at 6. At 7.30 took R.W. 3rd class to Plymouth. Saw the Bp. Moriarty drove me to Trelawny. Dined at 5 with Mr. Kelly. At 6 1/2 preached at Sclerder chapel. Benediction after.
Medit at 8, Introd.n. Then Mass. Mr. Kelly drove me to Portallow to see Mr. Jonathan Harding etc. Dined at 5. At 6 1/2 Introd.n of Lectures (duties to God), and sermon on the soul. Talking with the family.
At 8 the Agony. Mass for my Brother. At 2 drove to Grisen Pool etc. At 6 1/2 duties to God; Evils of sin. Confessions till 11 1/4. ------------------------------ Low Sun Ap 15. Mass at Trelawny at 8. Preached at 10 1/2 at Sclerder (Death). At 3 Gen Judgement. Dined at 6. 28 communions. Wrote to F. Vincent.
At 8 the prayer in the Garden. We drove thro' Plint to some farmers. At 6 1/2 contrition, then Hell.
At 8 Judas. We drove to Portallow. Walked from thence to Polperro and back; saw Mrs. Helsby. At 6 1/2 confession, then Mercy of God. (108 cont.ii.)
At 8 The Tribunals. We drove to Looe, saw Mr. Cooch etc. Mrs. Rynne. At 6 1/2 Humility etc., then temporal happiness.
At 8 the Scourging and Crowning etc. Went to see the Hynes family in the Garden. Long talk with Mrs. Harding. At 6 1/2 prayer (3 branches) and the conversion of England. Enlisted 35.
At 8 the 7 last words. *** work at Sclerder and at home. Called in passing on Mrs. Jago. At 6 1/2 communion, and the death of the just.
At 8 the Dolours of Mary. Saw Mr. Harding. At 1 started with Moriarty to Liskeard. Tea with Miss Cooches. Visited a young man who has had a fall on the Via Duct. Heard confessions, baptised a child. Slept at the London Hotel. ------------------------------ II Sun aft East. Ap 22. Confessions. Mass at 10; 19 communions. Preached. Drove back by 2 1/2. Dined at 4. At 6 Paradise, then Ricordi, Benedictions etc. Many confessions.
Mass at Trelawny at 6 1/2. Went in a carriage with Mr. Kelly to Plymouth. Spoke to the Bishop about Trelawny and my difficulties in London. R.W. at 2.20 to Exeter. 5.30 to Bristol. Walked to Clifton, slept at the Bp's house. Saw Elwes.
Mass at the Dominican convent at 6 1/2. Walked to the station. R.W. at 8.15 to Birmingham exp. Saw Dr. Ullathorne and got luncheon at 12 1/2. 3rd. class at 2.45 to S. Helens Junction. Found them at supper at S. Anne's.
Mass at 5 1/2. F. Vincent did not come as promised. Conferences. I only went out to see Mr. and Mrs. Smith. F. Vincent came at 7.
Conferences again, F. Xavier, Albert etc. At 2 1/2 R.W. to Liverpool; took our places on the Steamer for Belfast at the Clarence Dock. Then went to tea at Copperas Hill and walked down to start at 6. wilfrid Hall met us and talked with me an hour.
Got to Belfast at 9 after a most beautiful passage. Mass one after the other; breakfasted at Mr. McAulay's, who went with us at 11.45 to Armagh by R.W. We walked about with Dr. Dixon; dined at 4. and at 5 1/2 went in a carriage to Dungannon. Lodged at Mrs. Hughes's house.
Masses at 7 1/2 and 8. Wrote letters; took a little walk. Dined alone at 2. Put up the crucifix at the altar. ------------------------------ III Sun aft East. Ap 29. Mass at 7 1/2 and 8. F. Vincent preached at 12 1/2. We dined at 3. I gave opening lect at 6. (108 cont.iii.) F. Vincent preached.
F. Vincent said Mass at 6 1/2. I gave Med.n at 7 and then said Mass. We breakfasted at Dr. Slane's. Confessions from 9 till 2., then dinner. Confessions from 5 till 11. At 7 I lectured on Duty to God, and F. Vincent preached after. No music.
Just as yesterday. At 7 the life of J.C.. At 7 Duties to God; negative cursing.
At 7 the sufferings of J.C. in his life. At 7 Duties to God, Faith etc.
At 7 the Agony in the garden. At 7 Duties to God, Hope, Religion.
At 7 the prayer in the garden. Mr. Devlin called at dinnertime. At 7 Duty of parents.
At 7 the apprehension of J.C. and ego sum. At 7 parents again and anger. All as usual tho' a Saturday. ------------------------------ IV Sun May 6. I said Mass at 7 1/2; F. Vincent at 9. I preached on England; at night on cheating and lies. Enrolled from 1 1/2 till 2 1/2, and from 8. In all 299.
At 7 Caiaphas etc. At 7 Calumney, Detraction, Rash Judgement.
At 7 Judas. At 7 Drunkenness.
At 7 Peter. At 7 Contrition.
At 7 Pilate. At 7 contrition.
At 7. Herod. At 7 confession.
At 7 Barabbas and the scourging. Confessions without interruption all the week. ------------------------------ V Sun aft East. May 13. Hours as last Sunday. At 7 confession 2nd shew yourselves. At * 1/2 on England (Put on the armour etc.) At 4 1/2 enlisted boys and girls. At 6 Imitation of J.C., humility. Enlisted up to 493.
At 7 crowning with thorns. 7 Ev.g prayer, Adoration and Thanksgiving.
At 7 Carriage of cross. 7 Ev.g Prayer, conditions and qualities of it.
At 7 Do. <INK STAINED> women of Jerusalem. At 7 (108 cont.iv.) Ev.g scandal and brotherly correction, followed by F. Vincent on scandal.
Ascension Day. I preached at 12 1/2 on the 3 first words of Xt. for the Mercy of God. At 7 on the Pledge etc. It was a great market day in Dungannon, and Dr. Slane forbid further confessions at 8. We had a talk consequently with Miss Johnston, Mrs. Hughes's sister.
At 7 the last 4 words. At 7 Ev.g communion as a feast given by J.C. I began at 5 today to make up for last night.
At 7 Sorrows of Mary in general. At 7 Ev.g. communion as a visit from J.C. Dungannon May 20 1855. 2. (109) Steamer to Fleetwood 1. Bootle 1. S. Anne's 1. S. Wilfrid's 2. S. Jos 4. Barnet 1. S. Jos 13. Barnet 1. Argyle St. 1. S. Jos 5. Grace Dieu 2. Whitwick 1. Manchester 1. Levenshulme 8. S. Anne's 1. Liverpool 1. Steamer 1. Neanagh 2. Borris O'Kane 7. 8 weeks. Sun in Oct Asc. May 20. Confessions from 6. Mass at 8; preached at 12 1/2 (Prov xi **** Justice exaltath a nature etc). Scapulars, red and brown, given, and tickets for England, up to 738. Dined at 3 1/2. F. Vincent preached in open air at 6. Confessions at the house till near 11.
Finished confessions of last night. Mass at 7 1/2. At 11 we set off with Mr. Quinn in a covered car as a tandem to Moy where we saw Mr. Coyne an hour, then to Armagh. Dined at 4 with the Primate. At 5 R.W. to Belfast where I got on board the Steamer to Fleetwood at 7.
Slept on a sofa; got to Fleetwood at 6. Priest out. R.W. at 7.40 to Sutton. Mass there at 10. At 2.30 R.W. to Liverpool. Tried to see Wilfrid at the office, 1 Rumford Pl. Saw Dr. Cook and took R.W. at 6.40 to Marsh Lane (Bootle). Mr. Spencer was sent for and after tea sent me Seaforth to look for Mr. Beavan. Supped with Mr. Taylor who took me to his lodgings. He came in at 10 1/2; walked home with me at 1 1/2.
Mass at 8 1/2. Tried for Wilfrid at Rumford Pl. and 36 Crown St. Went on, dined with Mrs. Latham at Wavertree at 2. R.W. to Sutton at 3 from the tunnell.
Conferences with B. Michael and F. Albert. Dined at 12. At 1.10 R.W. to Manchester. Wrote to Phillipps at the station. At 4.20 R.W. to Macclesfield. 5.30 to Oakmore. walked to S. Wilfrid's carrying my 2 bags. Came in for Benediction.
After breakfast went with F. Louis to Alton Towers to see Mr. Butten. After dinner and vespers conferences with Br. Bernard, Bonaventure (Bowen) and 2 lay brothers. I preached on the *** of May at the devotions after supper, as I did Wednesday at Sutton.
Another conference with B. Bernard. At 9.20 R.W. to Derby. 11.20 to Harrow. Walked home with Denis Allessey carrying bag. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun May 27. Said Mass at 8. Sung at Mass at 11, Don Giacomo badly, and preached at 12. At 6 1/2 month of May, S. Aloysius and Benediction. Whit Mon May 28. I went out round village at 2 1/2. Tea at Mr. Hall's. Home at 9 1/2. Whit Tues May 29. Went on foot to London with F. Eugene. 1 the Cardinal's, out. Mr. Rouse. Lunched at 1 1/2 with my brother and Lady Spencer (first sight of her). Wrote letters at Spanish (109 cont.i.) Place. Saw Rev. Jos Bu** there. Walked home to supper.
Said Mass at 6. a long talk with Mrs. Hall in the parlour. At 3 1/2 walked to Barnet; called on Mrs. McCarthy and Mooneys in passing. Mr. Dolman, Pastor at S. Edmund's Coll was with the Walkers for the night. Busy about Mr. Dillons affairs as Executor.
Said Mass at 1/4 7. 5 communions. Mr. Dolman after me. Saw Mrs. Walker's lint works. Dined at 1; walked home in rain by 5. At 6 1/2 went with F. Eugene to Mr. Harting's to see the Dutchess of Stackpoole, who had dined there with 2 sons and a daughter.
At home all day. Last Mass at 8. Wrote to Mary Wykes, Dr. Crook about Mr. Beavan, Mrs. Murphy, Mrs. Donovan.
At home again. Wrote up Records of Missions, Platea, letter to the Superior at Birr. F. Aloysius went to Kentish Town. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun June 3. Said Mass at 8. Talk with F. Osmund. Read Pastoral and preached on the Trin at 11 3/4. Sung complin, read devotions to S. Aloysius and gave Benediction at 6.
Wrote a long letter to F. Vincent about Mr. Gladstone etc. At 12 1/2 went to Dudding Hill Farm and round with calls to tea at Mrs. Hall's. Home.
Sat up after Mattins to write to Wilfrid Hall. At 9 walked to London. Burns's, Mrs. Bunn (luncheon), McAvila, Mr. Leech. Home at 9.
After vespers called on Brannens, late from Paris, visited school, Sires, Allens etc. Home at 6 1/2. Thur Corp Xti. June 7. F. Aloysius at Kentish town, but we had High Mass. I was Deacon and preached on the example of J.C in the B. Sac.t. After vespers ran down to Mr. Hall's to see his guests the Braggiottis and Lescher. At 6 complin with Exposition and Benediction. I preached before it on the reception of J.C. in our hearts.
Went to Mr. Hall's at 10. Wrote to Wilfrid there. Dined at 12. Went in his carriage to Kenton, then walked to Harrow, saw most of the people; Harrow Weald, saw Mr. Munro at his school. Stanmore, Edgeware. Tea at Mrs. Hall's at 8. Saw Burton at 9 and home.
Wrote to Wilfrid to conclude. Went and read it to Mr. Hall, and back to Vespers. F. Eugene and F. Aloysius gone out to serve Kentish town and Isleworth. (109 cont.ii.) II Sun aft Pent. June 10. G. Gaudentius, who came last night, preached at 12; I did at 6. Then we had S. Aloysius, complin and Benediction.
Wrote to Mrs. Walker, Phillipps, Fr. Bernard, Miss Elwes. Read some of Segneri and abstracted it. At home all day.
Went on with Segneri. At home all day.
After dinner walked to London; saw Miss Elwes and Jacky, Mr. Leech. Took R.W. at 8 to Barnet. Mrs. Hall and Bertha there and Mr. Dohnan.
Mr. Dohnan said Mass at 6 1/2, I after him. At 1 1/2 walked to London, called on Butlers, the Smallpox Hospital, and City Prison for Mr. Swift of Kentish town, for whom F. Aloysius is supplying. Another talk with Mrs. Leech. Tea at Mr. Scoles's; slept at Mr. Martin's.
Said Mass in Blandford Squ at 7. Saw the Cardinal at breakfast with Mr. Wiseman and Searle. Burns's, Mrs. Marshall and Frank about to move into Wales. At 2 dinner at Ld. Arundel's. Walked home by 7 1/4, calling on Mr. Herdel and Mr. Bennett. R.d Bennett has left the Jesuits.
Wrote to Mr. Monteith, E. Greeness, Fr. Albert. Some confessions. A little Segneri. After dinner read out Mr. Monteith's letter about Russia. At home all day. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 17. I said last Mass, F. Gaudentius read a pastoral for the School Committee. I preached after complin on the Gospel and Prodigal Son.
Very rainy. At home all day writing abstracts from Segneri etc.
After vespers went to Mrs. Sired etc., and to Mrs. Hall, tea there. Home at 8 1/2. Mr. Chadley had called.
Said Mass at 2. At 3 1/2 walked with Br. Casimir carrying bags to Watford. Took R.W. at 7.9 to Leicester,11. Lunched with Fr. Amherst. Wrote to Wilfrid Hall. R.W. at 2.45 to Coalville. Walked to Grace Dieu, dined at 7. Talked to Phillipps till 1.
Mass at 9 with singing. A long stroll with Phillipss in the woods till 3. Count Montalembert, Mon. D'Abbadie, Ld. Dunraven, Ld. and Ly. Campden came to dinner and for a visit.
Mass at 9. Wrote letters. At 2 1/2 went to St. Bernard's Abbey. The Abbott out. The party drove out. I called on Sisk and he came with me to dinner. I had a famous talk to Montalembert. I went to sleep at Fr. Sisk's, carrying bags. (109 cont.iii.)
Mass at 5 1/2. Carried bags to Coalville with Sisk. R.W. at 7.25 to Manchester,12. Dined with Can Croshell at 1. Bp. Roshell there, insisted on my taking Mr. Wilding's place for confessions tonight and preaching tomorrow. Went to Salford and back. Bishop out. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Pent. Jun 24. Said Mass at 7 1/2 for the nuns in Grosvenor St. Breakfast at the Bp's. Preached at St. Austin's at 12 on St. John Baptist. Dined and at 2 1/2 took R.W. to Levenshulme. Opened the retreat at 7 1/2. Lodged at Mr. Richardson's.
At 6 the life of J.C. Dined at 12 1/2. At 3 Poverty. At 7 Death.
At 6 the sufferings of J.C. during life. At 3 chastity. 7 Particular Judgement. Fr. Leonard called on his way.
At 6 Caiphas etc. At 10 obedience. At 3 Perfection. Mr. Dwyer dined with me. Saw Fr. Marshall at 12 after his dinner with Mr. Faurel. At 7 Hell. Mr. Kelly of Oscott was at supper at Mr. Richardson's.
Fast. At 6 Pilate and Herod. At 10 Humility, confessions. At 3 conformity. At 7, 3 first words. Confessions till 9 1/2.
At 6 last 4 words (communion given). At 10 fraternal love. At 3 zeal for souls. At 7 Happiness of virtue. I gave Benediction in the chapel. Supper at Ch. Marshall's.
At 6 Dolours of B.V.M. At 10 Prayer. 3 Prayer. 7 Paradise. Ann Cork from 6 till 7, from the Bishop. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft Pent. July 1. At 7 Confessions. At 10 sung Mass in the chapel. Fr. Marshall preached at 10 on communion. At 2 went to see Miss Rush. At 3 on communion. At 7 Perseverance (means of). Papal Benediction.
Mass and communion at 7. Mr. Croshell came at 9 1/2. At 10 I professed Sr. Teresa and Sr. Zitta and preached. I left Mr. Croshell to invest 5 postulants, and at 1.10 took R.W. to Manchester. At 3.15 from Victoria station. R.W. to Sutton. Talked to Br. Michael, the rest out. Supper at 8.
Walked with F. Bernardine to see Miss Orrell (gone out). Dined with Miss Morgan at Parr Hall. Found Mrs. Hall come to see me from Liverpool. Saw her off at 4.30. Wrote to Miss Prout and Miss Orrell at Mr. Smith's. At 8.24 took R.W. to Liverpool. Supped at Miss Bridge's, 19 Falkland St., slept there. (109 cont.iv.)
Mass at 1/4 8 in Jesuit's church. Breakfasted at Miss Bridges. Talked then to Mrs. Hall, Mr. Edw.d Latham and Mr. George Moore about Wilfrid Hall. Walked with Mr. Latham to Copperas Hill, all out. Then to Wavertree to dine; back to tea at Wilfrid's lodgings. At 7 took Steamer to Dublin, (Tom Knight).
At 8 1/2 reached Kingston, delayed by fog, and nearly on the rocks having lost our way near Howth. R.W. to Dublin. Mass at 9 1/2 at Westland Row and breakfast. At 12 took R.W. to Templemore and by car (2/6) to Nenagh ( a lady fell of at starting). Found F. Vincent, Honorius and Bernard at the Bishop's.
Mass at the convent and breakfast. The Bishop took us a drive from 12 till 3. Dined at 4. Walked in the garden after. Idle day.
Do. Wrote to Mr. Hall. At 11 the Bishop took us to Borris O'Kane round about. Lunch at 1. Settled chapel. Dined at 4 1/2. Slept at Fr. Birmingham's. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft Pent. July 8. A long letter to Wilfrid Hall. Said Mass at 10. F. Vincent preached at 12 1/2 and at 7. After which Benediction by the Bishop. We dined at Killavalla at 4, but slept at Mr. Hart's Inn. The evening congregatin was very small because money is taken.
I said Mass at 5. The 3 others at 5 1/2. At 6 I gave catechism on the Commandments. Breakfast at 8. Confessions from 7 to 8; from 9 to 3 and from 6 to 9. At 10 F. Honorius gave medit.n on the Passion. Then Fr. Bernard instructed the children. At 7 F. B.d gave catechism on the Sacraments, and F. Vincent preached. Dinner at Killavalla at 4. Lunch at 12 at Hart's or in the Sacristy. Tea at 10. Mattins all together at 3.
Hours as yesterday. At 6 at Con.t Idolatry. Superstition.
Do. At 6 Fortune telling and Interpretation. Idolatry. Father Kennedy and Cleeson his curate were here most days to help.
Do. At 6 Faith, dead or living. (The Bishop went away Monday, came to dine Wednesday).
Do. At 6 Faith, duty of instruction.
Do. At 6 Religion. anticipated for Sunday. Duty of hearing Mass. Clothes. Only F. Vincent preached at 7. (110) Borris O'Kane July 15 1855. 16. Lorrha 7. Birr 9. R.W. 1. Steamer 1. S. Anne's 1. Manchester 2. Levenshulme 1. S. Wilfrid's 2. Broadway 2. S. Jos 3. Barnet 1. S. Jos 5. The Grove, Stanmore 1. S. Jos 1. Barnet 1. S. Jos 12. Barnet 1. S. Jos 9. West bromwich 1. 11 weeks. VII Sun aft Pent. July 15. I said Mass at 9. F. Honorius preached and said Mass at 10, F. Vincent at 12. I preached on England and my conversion, then enlisted 124. We dined at 5. F. Vincent preached at night after F. Bernard. No confessions.
At 6 Faith, confession of it. All regular.
At 6 Swearing.
At 6 cursing.
At 6 duties of children. The Bishop came to dinner twice this week.
At 6 duties of Fathers. FF. Kennedy and Cleeson helped almost every day. F. F. Scanlon, John, Do., O'Leary, Nagle, Cornelius O'Brien occasionally for confessions.
At 6 duties of Mothers. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun aft Pent. July 22. I said Mass at 9 and preached on the Sanctification of Ireland at 12 1/2. Enlisted 348, in all 472.
At 6 5th. Comm.t. anger. The Bp came to dinner.
At 6 Revenge, Alms, Scandal, Brotherly correction. Conferences with Margaret Keenan. At 10 married John Griffin and Mary Spain.
At 6 Drunkenness. The Pledge explained, not given. The Bishop dined.
At 6 the Pledge concluded, and the 7th. commandment.
At 6 8th. Comm.t and Venial lies.
At 6 8th. Comm.t, Mortal lies, Defamation. Bishop at dinner. Confessions in the chapel yard till 10. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun aft Pent. July 29. I said Mass at 9, preached at 12 1/2 on Querite prim. etc. Enlisted up to 966. Fr. Vincent at 7 Ricordi.
Wrote letters at Killavalla to Mrs. Walker, F. Gaudentius, Dr. Coghlan, Mrs. Tempest. F. Honorius and F. Bernard went with the Bishop to Nenagh. F. Vincent and I with F. Con. O'Brien to Lorha, dining at his house on the way. I preached at 7 on salvation. (110 cont.i.)
Masses at 5 and 5 1/2. Then medit.n on Passion by F. Vincent, and at 9 lect. I preached at 7 on Death. We dined at 4 with many priests at Miss Mahon's.
As yesterday. At 7 Gen.l Judgement. We had 7 or 8 priests here every day to help.
Regular. At 7 Hell.
Do. At 7 by desire I spoke of the conversion of England and my own. Then we had Benediction, the first ever seen here.
Regular. At 7 Heaven. Then Benediction. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun aft Pent. Aug 5. Said Mass at 7, F. Vincent preached. I preached on the Passion after 9 o'clock Mass. F. Vincent preached in open air after the 12 o'clock. I then enlisted 420. A large dinner of priests. I preached the Ricordi at 6 1/2 in open air. Then Benediction by F. Vincent. I got hoarse at last. I gave the Pledge.
Masses as usual. Confessions at 11. Off to Birr with Fr. Con O'Brien. Stopped at the convent till 5. Dined at Mr. Egan's with John and Samuel. I slept there. At 7 1/2 opened the Retreat as at Levenshulme, with S. John Baptist's preaching. Sr. Josephine.
At 6 1/2 the Agony in the garden. Mass at 11. Perfection at 1. Poverty. Dined at 4. At 5 the end of man. Wrote to Mr. Monteith.
At 6 1/2 the prayer in the garden. At 11 and at 1 confession. At 6 Death as a monitor.
At 6 1/2 Judas. 11 chastity (S. Ambr.). 1 Obedience (dry). 6 Partic.r Judgement. 3 to 6 confessions. Gave viaticum to Sis.r <BLANK>
At 6 Caiphas and Peter. 11 Humility. 1 Thanksgiving. 6 Hell (S. Ign). Confessions. Mrs. Bennett and Henry at 3.
At 6 Pilate. 11 Prayer (Adoration, Thanksgiving etc.) 1 Qualities of prayer. 6 Kingdom of Xt and 2 standards. Confessions finished. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XI Sun aft Pent. Aug 12. At 6 1/2 the crowning with thorns. At 11 Meditation. At 1 fraternal charity. At 6 Mercy of God. Miss Keenan came to me from Borris O'Kane.
At 6 1/2 carriage of cross. Music at Mass for the triduum to celebrate the definition of the Immac. Conception, and (110 cont.ii.) Benediction. I explained it at 11 and spoke of the Dolours of Mary. 1 communion as a visit of the Great King. 6 Sanctification of Ireland.
Fast. At 6 1/2 7 last words. 11 Eucharist as example. 1 love of God, desire to die. 6 Paradise, Benediction. Confessions all through.
Mass, Gen Communion. Papal Benediction and Benediction of B. Sacrament. A long confession of a farmer. Preached in the church at 12 1/2 on the sanctification of Ireland. Dr. Egan took me a drive to Thomastown. Saw Mrs. Bennett. Met Frank as we were leaving the park, dined with him at 4. At 7 went by Mail car to Roscrea Station. Slept on the floor there till 2 and took train to Dublin.
Found Fr. Vincent at the Angel Inn, Inn's Quay. We said Mass at White Friar's Ch. Called at Dr. Cullen's (out). Then to Rathmines by bus. Mr. Collier took us to see a house at Harolds Cross which might suit us. We dined at 4 1/2 with Mr. Rogers. At 6 to Kingstown and embarked for Liverpool. Deck passengers 5/- <SHILLINGS> We got beds 3/- each, the cabin all to ourselves. Beautiful calm sea.
Liverpool 7. F. Vincent went to S. Anne's. I said Mass at the Jesuits. Breakfasted with Mr. G. Moore and Miss Bridges. Wilfrid is away. M** Latham broke. I saw Tom Knight. at 12.40 took R.W. to S. Anne's. Long conference with Rev.d Mother Prout at the school.
F. Vincent and I said Mass at 5 and 5 1/2. I went with F. Albert to Parr Hall. Long conferences, first with 3 nuns. Saw Miss Orrell and Mr. Flynn. Came back to dine at 3. Took R.W. at 3.42 to Manchester. Stopped at S. Austin's. went to see the Bp at S. John's. Back again to hear confessions from 8 till 11 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 19. Said Mass for the nuns Grosvenor St. Preached at S. Austin's at 11 1/2 (Mr. Cadmore). Saw the Bp at 5. Preached at S. John's at 7.
At 7.30 took R.W. to Levenshulme. Said Mass and spent the day at the convent in conferences. Wrote to Miss Orrell. Slept at Richardson's.
Mass at 7 at convent. Dined with Mrs. Richardson at 12 1/2. At 2.10 took R.W. to Oakamoor. Put on my habit at the station and walked to s. Wilfrid's.
Spent the day in conferences with B. Bernard, Bonaventure etc. Wrote to Miss Keenan etc.
Too late for 9 o'clock train Burton. Took R.W. (110 cont.iii.) 9.44 to Norton Br.(4/8). There met F. Vincent, Albert, and B. Martin, and F. Louis, Capuchin. Took 3rd. class to W.Hampton. At 1.20 to Evesham (6/3) stopping 1 1/2 at Worcester. We went to look at the cathedral. From Evesham came to Broadway. 6 1/4 dined.
Regular day at home. Conferences with all the English students. Discussion with F. Vincent, Raphael, Bernard. Wrote to F. Louis, Capuchin.
Walked off to Campden with boy with bag. Took R.W. at 10.45 (3rd class) to London through Bletchley. Bus to Holborn Doery at 4. Home at 5 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 26. Preached at last Mass Thanksgiving (10 lepers); again at Benediction at 6 B******et etc. Wrote to F. Vincent.
Went out at 9 1/2. Mad a complete round of Hyde and Kingsbury. Diner and tea at Mr. Hall's. Home at 8.
Walked to London afte 12. Burns, Commercial Bank. At 5.10 Grt. Northern R.W. to Barnet. Mrs. Walker with a broken arm; Mr. Walker came at 8.
Mass at 6 1/2. Mrs. Walker first going out. Conferences with the girls. Dined at 1. Walked home by 8. Tea at Mrs. Rouse's on the way.
After vespers went to McKenna's and Dudding Hill farm. Saw the Durneys and Mrs. Larkin. Reading Faber on the Eucharist. Home at 7 1/2.
Wrote to Rev.d Mother at Birr, Sister Clare. F. Gaudentius gone to Fulham till Monday.
Went early to Mrs. Hall who is ill. Saw Mrs. Smith. Back to dinner. No confessions for me. F. Aloysius came home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun aft Pent. Sep 2. Said last Mass. F. Aloysius read the synodical letter. I wrote to Mad.lle Aubert. Preached at 6 on Querite*** etc.
After dinner went to Mrs. Hall at 1. Dined at 1/4 7 with Ly. Car.n and Miss Bathurst and Rev. Mr. Bathurst. Slept there.
Started at 6; called on Mrs. Lyons etc. Home to say Mass at 8 1/2. Frank Hall served. F. Vincent and Br. Martin came from Broadway.
Went about Hyde. Lunched at Mr. Hall's. Went on to Barnet at 5 1/2. Dined and slept. Agnes Scoles there to help (110 cont.iv.) about the lint. A walk to Hadley at night.
Mass at 6 1/2. Conferences. Dined at 12 1/2. Home by Totteridge, called on Barratt. Saw Mr. and Mrs. Skringeour (Qu?). Home at 6.
Took communion to Mrs. Durney. Back by 10. Mr. Keane of Stanmore called. Went to Mrs. Hall, had tea, and Mrs. Askew's.
Gave Mrs. Hall communion at 7. Breakfasted with Mr. and Mrs. Allissey. Saw Mr. Harting, Mrs. Donovan. Walked to Blandford Squ with F. Vincent who went on. Dined there and came back to Triduum. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 9. Said last Mass, Fr. Vincent preached. I preached at night. Wrote to Miss Bennett (vid. May 24 1852).
At home all day.
At home all day. Wrote to Josephine Leech who is at Levenshulme again.
At 4 went to Mrs. Harting and Mrs. Hall; tea there.
Went with F. Vincent to the Cardinal's by bus. Saw Dr. Errington. Went to the Bank and Burns's. Left him to start tomorrow to Rome, and walked home by 5.
Sung Mattins. I sung Mass at 8. Gave Benediction with the Relic at 3 1/2. Went to hear Mrs. Hall's confession and had tea. Home at 7.
Gave Mrs. Hall communion at 7. Breakfasted. Wilfrid walked with me to Edgeware. I baptised Mr. Keane's children. Dined with Mr. Drury and tea. Visited at ****ford; home at 9 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 16. Sung High Mass again for the VII Dolours. Gave Benediction at 3 1/2. Father Aloysius preached both times. Dr. Magee and Mr. Prendergast called.
At 3 went to Mrs. Sired and the school. Met Mr. Hall leaving the bus, and went home with him to tea; found F. Aloysius there. We came home at 7.
Walked to London, saw Mr. Butler, Mrs. Toonley (Sister Mary), Mrs. Scotes etc. At 4 took R.W. to Barnet. Dr. and Mrs. Skeddall dined there.
Mass at 6 1/2. Took R.W. at 12.45 to London. Tried Mr. Mansell again. Burns. Wrote to F. Vincent there. Walked home. (110 cont.v.)
Went with F. Eugene to Card.l Wiseman, saw him. Lunched at S. Johns Wood. Home at 4.
After dinner round the village *****ey up for Confirmation. Instructions at Brannen's at 7.
Went to Mr. Hall's at 5. After tea to Brannen's for instructions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 23. After Mattins sat up writing on religious life. Preached on Confirmation at 12. Gave Benediction. Tea at Mr. Hall's. Instructions at 7.
Walked to Watford, baptised two children; home again. Tea at Mr. Halls, home at 7 1/2. Interesting talk with Mr. Hall, Mrs. Walker there.
Mass at 7 1/2 for Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Hall. Mrs. W. staid till 11. I went to Mr. Hall's at 2 1/2, had long talks. Tea at 5 1/2. Home at 7. Mr. Keane to confession.
Mrs. Walker went back today. At home all day. Wrote to Sister Agnes Xavier.
The Students went to be examined at the Cardinal's. I went to Mr. Hall's. He was gone to London. I had a deal of talk with the others. Wilfrid and Freddy drove me to Harrow, where I made my round. Walked home. Saw Mrs. Haynes at Kenton. Tea at Mr. Hall's; final talk with him.
Mass at 5. Walked with Denis carrying bag to Sudbury St. Took R.W. at 8.27 to Birmingham. Saw the Bishop, Mrs. Wallett in the hospital. Dined at the Palace. Saw John Wyse. Took bus at 5 to West bromwich. Heard confessions 2 or 3 hours.
Mass at 8. Went about on Mrs. Dickinson's business, her husband having died Sep 17. I have to execute the will. Dined at 2. Wrote to F. Bernard. Confessions again. West bromwich Sep 30 1855. 3. (111) S. Mary's College 1. West br. 1. Grantham 11. Newcastle, Staff. 21. Cobridge 7. S. Joseph's 5. S. Anne's 11. Levenshulme 1. S. Anne's 2. 16 Warren St. Liverpool 21. XVIII Sun agt Pent. Sep 30. Said Mass at 9, preached at 11 1/2 (let your light etc.). Mr. Revill went to Wolverhampton to preach a charity sermon, so I officiated at night at 6 1/2 and preached on (He that will come after etc.). I saw Mr. Condren with Mr. Silk. about my business at 3.
Mr. Reynolds from Aldridge called. Mr. Doyle and Mr. Lakin dined at 1. At night went with Silk and J. Dickinson to Mr. Brutt, Mr. Davis etc.
Mr. Revill drove me with Mr. Wootton's pony to Oscott. I dined and slept there. Went with Dr. Morgan and Mr. Haigh to Erdington. Saw Mrs. Mackey, Mrs. Carter, Sarah Smith (Gibbs). At 6 1/2 attended the conference as of old. Spoke of the conversion of England. Wed oct 3. Said community Mass at 6 1/2. Dr. Weedall drove me to Birmingham. I took R.W. at 11.20 to West bromwich; thence from Oldbury station at 12.25 to Dudley. Dined with Mrs. Fletcher. Mr. Fox and Dunn etc. there. Came back by R.W. thro' Wednesbury; heard confessions till 10.
Said Mass at 5. Took R.W. at 6.27 to Derby, Nottingham and Grantham. Dined at 1. Wrote 5 letters. Opened the retreat at 7 1/2. Very rainy.
At 7 1/2 said Mass. At 8 1/2 opening medit.n on Passn. At 1 dinner. At 7 1/2 Duties to God. 8 1/2 on the Soul. Wrote 2 letters.
At 6 Mass. At 1/4 7 agony in Garden. 5 letters written. 7 1/2 single lecture, duties to God conc.d, and to our neighbour. 20 confessions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX Sun aft Pent. Oct 7. Mass at 8. 10 1/2 Mass, Evil of Sin. Mr. and Mrs. Harrison dined. At 6 1/2 duties to self. 7 1/2 Death. Mr. Bushby came to supper.
Mr. Bick to dine and sleep. At 7 1/2 contrition and Gen.l Judgement. Children to instruct at 11.
Mrs. Ceppi came to speak about her establishment. 7 1/2 confession and Hell.
We went out to see Mr. Gilbert, not at home; Mr. Kirton. At 7 1/2 Humility and Mercy of God. Not well; a little cholera.
Went to see Mr. Green. At 7 1/2 Prayer (3 divisions); Conversion of England and (111 cont.i.) Temperence. Pledge and enlisting 20.
Mr. Gilbert called. At 7 1/2 Communion and Joshua's choice; perfection.
Nothing at night but confessions till 10 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 14. 7 3/4 Baptismal vows and Mass. At 12 Paradise. Mr. Simmonds to tea. At 6 1/2 Perseverance, Ricordi etc. 30 enlisted.
Mass at 7. At 8.55 R.W. to Nottingham, Derby and Newcastle. Dined at 2 1/2 with Mr. Mapam and F. Honorius. Lecture at 7 1/2 (Gen.l Confession) *** preached.
Mass at 7. F. Hon at 7 1/2. I gave med.n at 8 (The Agony). A walk with Mr. Mapam. Mattins at 2; dined at 1/4 3. At 7 1/2 Duties to God; Superstition.
Poor man drenched with holy water by the housekeeper. At 7 1/2 (****ing etc.).
We went a walk from 10 till 2 among the people. 7 1/2 Faith and Hope.
Confessions; no walk. 7 1/2 Charity and Religion (Mass).
A short walk among the people. Confessions from 4 1/2 till 11 1/2. No preaching at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 21. Masses at 1/4 8 and 1/4 9. I preached at 11 1/2 on England. Spoke to the teachers at 4 1/2. At 6 Duties of Parents. Enlisted 14.
Cap.n Edwd. Dwyer came and dined etc. A walk with Mr. Mapam. Mr. Worrall for instruction. 7 1/2 Superiors and subjects.
Called on Fagan etc. Mr. Worrall. 7 1/2 dying. Wed oct 24. 8 Herod. Walk with F. Honorius and Mr. Mapam. Mr. Smith dined. At 7 1/2 Anger.
Rain; no going out. Spoke to Mr. Oliver of Wellingon. At 7 1/2 Drunkenness.
We went out to the Island. 7 1/2 Contrition.
Confessions till 12 1/2. (111 cont.ii.) Dined at 1. Confessions from 3 1/2 till 11, except tea. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun aft Pent. Oct 28. Mass at 7 1/2; preached on sanctification etc. as July 22. At 6 Humility. Enlisted up to 60.
Confessions all day. Mr. Leith to tea. At 7 1/2 confesion.
One long confession. Dined at 1. At 7 1/2 Prayer (conditions of). Wed oct 31. Fast. 8 No meditation; spoke on the Brown Scapular. went out till 1 with Mr. Mapam. At 7 1/2 Prayer (various acts of).
My Mass at 7 1/2. Medit.n 3 first words. Last Mass 10 1/2. At 7 1/2 Prayer (modes of medit.n).
Masses as usual. 8 last 4 words. Called on Mrs. Harding etc. Mr. Leith and Dowling at tea. At 7 1/2 Communion.
At home all day. 8 Dolours of B.V.M. F. Honorius went away. F. Louis came at 3 1/2 to help in confessions; finished at 11 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun aft Pent. Nov 4. Preached at 11 1/2 on (Queritepr. etc.). Dined at 3 with Fr. Louis. At 6 Perseverance, Ricordi etc. Enlisted up to 91.
Mass at 7. Enlisted up to 110. Walked with Mr. Mapam to Cobridge. Dined at 1 1/2. Mrs. Harding and her husband came to confession. At 7 1/2 contrition. Then litany sung, then death. 3 confessions.
Mass at 8. Mr. Leith's at 8 1/2. At 9 the Agony. At 10 we went to Burslem to visit. Dinner at 1. confessions from 3 1/2. At 7 1/2 contrition and Part. Judgement.
At 9 Judas. At 10 we started to Hanly, visited, back at 1 1/2. Confessions till 10 1/2. At 7 1/2 Confession and Hell.
At 9 Crowning with thorns. Visited Burslem 2do. At 7 1/2 Imitation of J.C. Humility and zeal for souls. Confessions till 11 1/2.
At 9, 1st. 3 words. Visited in Hanly again. Mr. Mapam dined. Confessions till 11 1/2. At 7 1/2 Prayer and Communion.
At 9 last 4 words. confessions all day till near 12. No lecture. (111 cont.iii.) XXIV Sun aft Pent. Nov 11. Mass at 8. About 140 at communion. at 11 1/2 Paradise; enlisted 52. At 3 had the children in the chapel. At 6 Perseverance and Ricordi till 9.
Walked with Mr. Carey's man to Etrutia St. R.W. at 10.20 to Harrow, Miss Oliver in the carriage. Walked home by 1/4 8 with bags etc.
I wrote letters etc. till dinner. At 1 went to see Mrs. Hall; came back and gave Benediction at 3 1/2 for the Triduum. F. Vincent and F. Eugene went to London for the solemn requiem for the Crimea soldiers. They came back at 7. I read till 11.
Talk to Mrs. Hall, breakfasting on her way to Clapham. At 1 went a round in the Hyde to Edgeware. Tea with Mr. Hall.
Walked to London, saw my sister at 10 1/2. Mr. Walker dined at Floris's at 2. Walked home at 6.
Dr. Maguire and Dr. Manning came at 10. At 10 1/2 the 1st. sung Mass and the other preached. Mr. Kaye and Dignam dined. After vespers went with Wilfrid and Freddy to tea. Conferences with Ellen, Angelina, and Mrs. Hall. Wilfrid walked back with me by 8.
Mass at 5. Walked to Sudbury and took R.W. to St. Anne's. Hutton and Denys wheeled box and bags. Got in at 7 1/2, tea etc. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 18. I preached at 11 1/4 on P. Paul after Dr. Manning. Fr. Leonard preached at vespers. Went with F. Gaudentius to the nuns and to Mrs. Smith.
At home all day. Wrote to F. Aloysius etc. Read my paper on perfection to FF. Gaudentius, Honorius, Bernardine etc.
F. Honorius went to S. Joseph's. F. Bernardine to Broadway. F. Xavier away. We resumed the observance. I went out at 4 with F. Louis; called on Cliff and Mrs. Whitaker.
F. Leonard and I sung Mattins. There was a conference of priests from 10 1/2 to 1; F. Leonard proponent. We dined after it; a little walk at 4.
I talked with F. Gaudentius, Louis and Leonard till 11. Wrote to Sister Mary Dominic. At 4 1/2 went with F. Gaudentius to Parr Hall, saw Miss Reddam just come from Borris O'Kane. Miss Orrell then called for him to take leave at many houses near home. Home at 9 1/2.
Took R.W. to Liverpool with F. Gaudentius. Saw Dr. (111 cont.iv.) Crook ill. I left him at S. Augustine's to sail tomorrow. I dined at Copperas Hill at 3 1/2. Sent off a letter to F. Pius, began after Mattins. Home at 6.15.
At home all day, except twice going to the convent with a letter for Rev. Mother. Talked to Sr. Geo*****. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXVI Sun, last aft Pent. Nov 25. I preached at 11 on Thanksgiving from the Epistle. Gave Benediction at 4 1/2. 2 Baptisms. Talked to Miss Reddan, Sr. Cecily.
Vincent. Wrote to F. Honorius. confessions before dinner. Went to the convent and Mrs. Smith at 4.
At home all day. Wrote to Madame Cornee. finished after Matins tomorrow.
At 11 took R.W. at Sutton to Manchester. Saw the Bishop. At 4.45 R.W. to Levenshulme. Slept at Richardson's. From 7 to 9 at the convent.
Mass at the convent at 7. At 11.27 R.W. to Ashton. conferences till 4. R.W. to Manchester. Tea with Mr. Croshall. R.W. home at 6.10.
Went with F. Vincent (came yesterday) to see the nuns and Smiths. Fr. Bernardine, Bernard and B. Peter came yesterday, F. Honorius today.
Long talk with F. Vincent after Mattins. At 10 1/2 we took R.W. to Liverpool. Went together to the Bp. F. Honorius, Leonard and I dined at Copperas Hill at 3 1/2. F. Vincent and Bernard went to s. Augustine's. I walked to Wavertree and back at night. Had tea with Mrs. Latham and her grandchildren. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Advent. Dec 2. I said Mass at 8 1/2; F. Hon.s preached at 11 1/2. I gave lecture to the children at 3. Dined at 1 1/2. At * 1/2 I introduced the lectures. F. Honorius preached confessions.
We said Mass at 6 1/2. F. Leonard gave lect. on the Decalogue. At 8 breakfast. At 9 1/2 I gave medit.n (Intro.n). dined at 2 1/2. At 7 1/2 (Gen confession), confessions all day.
At 7 1/2 examin.n of conscience, 1st. 2 Comm.ts. Confessions from 7 to 1.45 and from 4 1/2 till 11.
At 7 1/2 3rd. and 4th. commandments. Confessions all day. (111 cont.v.)
9 1/2 The Prayer in the Garden. 7 1/2 4th. commandment and 5th.
Joseph Herbert called. At 7 1/2 the 6th. commandment.
No preaching at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Advent. I said Mass at 6 1/2. F. Honorius sung Mass at 11. Dr. Goss preached and opened the Visitation. At 3 I enlisted the children. At 7 1/2 Drunkenness and the Pledge offered.
I went to see F. Vincent at 2. Saying office all the way and back.
Dr. Goss, John Wyse, Mr. <SPACE> dined with us. At 7 1/2 contrition.
At 7 1/2 Temperance; gave the pledge.
At 7 1/2 confession 2do.
9 1/2 Herod. 7 1/2 Satisfaction.
At 7 1/2 I gave instruction on confirmation. No music; no sermon . ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Advent. Dec 16. At 6 1/2 Mass. I preached at 11 1/4 on England. We all enrolled till 1 1/2 (106 in all). I spoke to the children at 3. After this F. Honorius preached to the Italians, and we two heard their confessions. At 6 1/2 Imitation of J.C. Humility.
At 9 1/2 Crowning with thorns. Tom Knight called. I went to F. Vincent (as Dec 10). Germany put off. At 7 1/2 Prayer (Medit.n).
At 9 1/2 Do. cont. At 7 1/2 Prayer (Adoration and Thanksgiving). One of these nights went to Mr. Richardson at the Hotel.
At 9 1/2 Carriage of cross. At 7 1/2 Prayer, conditions of. Gave the Pledge again. Went again to F. Vincent as Dec 10.
At 9 1/2 first 3 words. At 7 1/2 Eucharist as a devotion. Recommended the confraternity. Mrs. Joseph Jones at 3. Enlisted Mr. Henry.
At 9 1/2 last 4 words. At 7 1/2 Preparation for communion (my p****le). Mr. Hodgson dined. (111 cont.vi.)
At 9 1/2 Dolours of B.V.M. Mr. Scratton called. Nothing at night. (112) Liverpool Dec 23 1855. 2. S. Anne's 1. Liverpool 6. S. Anne's 2. Levenshulme 1. S. Anne's 25. Mr. Hooker's, Liverpool 1. S. Anne's 8. S. Joseph's 5. Barnet 1. S. Jos 1. R.W. and Steamer 1. Paris 1. R.W. 1. Marseilles 4. R.W. 2. Paris 8. 10 weeks. Mar 1 1856. IV Sun of Adv. Dec 23. I said Mass at 6 1/2; preached at 11 1/2 (Sanctification of Ireland). At 3 1/4 to the children; at 4 1/2 to the confirmandi. At 6 1/2 Perfection.
At 9 1/2 the exile in Egypt. Dined at 2. At 3 1/2 took R.W. with F. Leonard to Sutton. I heard confessions there till 10 1/2.
Xmas Day. F. Bernardine sung Mass at 12. I was Deacon and preached. I said Mass at 8 1/2 and 9, and sung it at 10 1/2. F. Leonard and I went back at 6 1/4; confessions till 11.
At 9 1/2 the B. Sacr.t being exposed for the 40 ore I gave medit.n on it. At 7 1/2 the love of God.
Said Mass at 5. At 6 1/2 took R.W. to Manchester and Levenshulme. Mr. Croshell clothed Sister Veronica and Dr. Chantel. I took R.W. at 4 to Manchester, and at 5.50 express to Liverpool. Return ticket. At 7 1/2 on the 3 counsels.
At 9 1/2 J.C. lost in Jerusalem. At 7 1/2 on the principles of sickness and health.
Dinner at 3 1/2. Confessions till 1. No instructions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun of Inf. oct. Dec 30. Mass at 6 1/2. 11 1/2 (Quaerite prin**** etc.). At 3 Dr. Goss gave confirmation. At 6 1/2 I preached on Perseverance, Ricordi etc., and heard confessions till 1 1/2 except supper.
Masses at 6 1/2. I heard confessions till 10. Breakfast. We took R.W. at S. Anne's at 12.25. At 6 1/2 I gave Benediction with Te Deum. Up as usual till 12 to mark the New Year. ================================================================
I said Mass at 6; preached at 11 on (Happy new year). Walked a round with F. Bernardine. F. Leonard gave Benediction at 6 1/2.
I went by R.W. 7.10 to Manchester, walked to Levenshulme, said Mass. Heard the nuns thro' in confession. Supped at Chas Marshall, slept at Richardson's.
Mass at 7. Took R.W. at 9.10 to Ashton. Heard the nuns, dined with Mr. O'Mara. At 4 R.W. to Manchester. Read my paper on perfection of the Catholics to the Bishop in the vestry of S. John's. Ran to take R.W. at 6.30 to Sutton. (112 cont.i.)
Wrote to F. Vincent. At 2 went out to Blackbrook. Had long conference with Sis.r Zitta and Bridget. Came back by R.W.
Up at 1. Wrote at my paper on the co****s and to ******** form 8 to 11 at the convent as extraordinary. Read my paper at recreation after dinner. Mrs. Hooker came at 3. Confessions till 8. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Epiph. I sung High Mass. Confessions 3 hours. Preached at 3 1/2 and gave benediction. Went to Mr. Smith's with F. Bernardine. We sung Mattins.
Took R.W. at 8.15 to Liverpool. Had a long talk with Dr. Goss at the college, dined there at 1. R.W. back at 5.15. Found Sister Veronica with a broken blood vessel
A good letter from F. Pius about the Propaganda. Went to see S. Veronica.
Went with F. Bernardine to give the last Sacraments to Sr. Veronica.
Began reading Sag***s book on the end of the world. went to S. Helens with F. Bernardine. Tea at Mr. Burchall's.
I went to Liverpool at 11.25 R.W. to speak to Mr. Kenrick about a Retreat at S. Patrick's; dined with him. Back at 5.15.
Visited a few houses in the village alone before dinner. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun Oct of Epiph. Jan 13. Said Mass at 6. Preached at 11 1/2 to open the Retreat, from the Ep. and Gosp. of 1st. Sun. At 6 1/2 F. Leonard gave catechism and I preached on the Soul. Benediction.
I said Mass at 7. The other 2 at 7 1/2, then I gave medit.n on the Passion. At 10 I went to Peazley Cross. We dined at 2. At 7 1/2 catechism. I preached on Sin.
At 8 the Agony. I went to Peazley Cross again; sharp frost. At 8 on Death of the Sinner.
At 8 the Prayer in the Garden. Peazley Cross 3do. At 8 the last judgement. We dined at 2. To bed at 11 or 12.
Say Mass at 6 1/2. At 8 Judas. Finished Peazley Cross. Frost going. At 8 Hell; hardly any confessions.
At 8 Peter. Went with F. Bernardine to Irish Row. At 8 Mercy of God, Ezek. Ch. xviii. (112 cont.ii.)
At 8 Caiphas etc. Went to Parr Flat. Rain a good deal. At 8 Drunkenness and the Pledge. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuagesima Sun. Jan 20. Mass at 6. At 11 1/2 many called, few chosen. Rosary at 3. At 6 1/2 Procrastination. Procession of B. Sacr.t
At 8 Pilate and the Scourging. Heavy rain all day. I wrote a long letter to F. Pius about Ireland. At 8 temporal happiness of the just.
At 8 crowning with thorns. I went to the shops (Milroy's etc.) At 8 If any will come ......and follow me.
At 8 Simon of Cyrene. Went to Marshall's Cross. At 8 zeal for souls. The Pledge given.
At 8 Mary meets J.C., women of Jerusalem. Went with F. Bernardine at 2 to Mr. Harisson's at S. Helens by R.W.. At 8 humility and charity.
At 8 1st. 3 words. Went to see 3 houses at Peazley Cross from 12 to 2. At 8 Death of the Just. B. Dominic went to S. Wilfrid's.
At 8 last 4 words. Wrote on to Fr. Pius. Read it thro' after dinner in the Recreation. At 8 the Dolours of B.V.M. Confessions till 12. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexages Sun. Jan 27. I said Mass at 8, preached at 11 1/2 on Paradise. Mrs. Quinn and Mrs. Derby her daughter came. At 6 1/2 Perseverance, Ricordi, Renewal of vows. Procession of B. Sacr.t and benediction.
Resumed regular hours. At 4 1/2 I went by R.W. to Liverpool for Dr. Brown's dirge. He died Jan 25. I slept at Mr. Hooker's.
Mass at Copperas Hill at 7. At 10 Grand Requiem Mass. Can Walmsley preached; 100 priests there. F. Bernardine came. We dined at 2 in S**l St. with Mr. Bonny etc. R.W. home with Mr. Wells at 3 1/2. I opened the Retreat for the Religious at 5 1/2. F. Raymund came from S. Wilfrid's with B. Dominic.
At 2 vow of poverty. At 5 1/2 Venial Sin. Wrote to Mrs. Beaumont about her Edward's death.
At 2 vow of chastity. At 5 1/2 Death as a monitor. Wrote to Sister Philomena.
At 2 vow of obedience. At 5 1/2 Particular Judgement. Wrote to Mother Anastasia. (112 cont.iii.)
Father Leonard blessed the candles at 7 1/2. At 2 vow of promoting devotion to the Passion. At 5 Hell. Mrs. Hooker came. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinquag Sun. Feb 3. Polish Priest Wladarski here. I preached at 11 1/4 and read Dr. Goss's Pastoral. At 3 Rosary etc. At 6 1/2 vespers; sermon by F. Leonard and benediction. These were the services for the people. I gave riforma on Prayer at 4, and at 5 1/2 the 2 Standards.
At 2 fraternal charity. At 5 1/2 Paradise.
At 6 1/2 conclusion. Renewal of vows and papal Benediction. At 10 1/2 a conference of clergy. At 2 we all dined with Mr. Whitaker. Ash Wed Feb 6. Received Ashes at 7 1/2 from F. Bernardine, then took R.W. at 8.23 to Harrow, where Wilfrid Hall was waiting, and drove me to his home at 8.
At home all day. F. Honorius came from London, long talk with him and with F. Vincent. Fathers to tea and fish. I walked home at 8.
F. Honorius went to London. I went to dine at Mr. Hall's at 1. Wilfrid drove me back at 4. I wrote a piece on perfection after Mattins.
Mrs. Walker came and talked from 9 till 11. F. Honorius came back. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Lent. Feb 10. I preached at 11 1/4 Benediction at 3.
I walked to London; dined with my sister at 1 1/2. The bank, passport, saw Mr. Gladstone, Burns, Sister Mary. At 8 R.W. to Barnet.
Mass at 7. Dined with Mrs. Walker and Lizzy Keane at 12. At 1.42 R.W. to London. Tried for Ld. Palmerston, Passport visa, Sir F. Freemantle. Bus to Kilburn, home at 7 1/4.
Sudden departure. I walked to Kilburn with F. Joseph, took bus to Orchard St. Saw F. Honorius at Spanish pl and Ct. Colloredo. Took up our bags at Augarde's, and bus to London Br. Station. At 5 1/2 R.W. to Dover. Got on board the Steamer a French one, and reached Calais very uncomfortable at 1 1/2.
Took R.W. 2nd. class at 2 1/2 to Paris. Went to Mr. Marzion's, 10 Pl de la Boursa. Walked to the Brothers of St. John of God. I said Mass there at 12 1/2; dined at 2. At 6 1/2 went to collation at M. Marzion's house, 8 Rue de Sants Peres. (112 cont.iv)
Mass at 7. I called on the Gordons and we dined at 11 1/4. Took a carriage to the station, seeing the Bp. of Nancy on the way. R.W. 2nd class to Lyons at 2.30.
Got to Lyons at 5 1/2. Bus across to Marseilles station. Said Mass in the eglise de S. Pierre. At 10 R.W. to Marseilles. Put up at the Hotel de Roma. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun in Lent. Feb 17. Said Mass at the Calvaire at 8. Went over there to lodge and spend the day. Wrote to Duc de Rassana and Bp. of Nancy.
Took B. Jos to the Bp at 9. Then thro' pouring rain got him on board the Capitole. Came back to dine with the Bp, then stayed at home.
At 10 1/2 till dinner F. Noghten took me begging. Again after till 1/4 7. Beautiful day.
Went to Notre Dame de la Garde to say Mass at 7 1/2. F. Noghten went with me from 9 1/2 till 12. After dinner torents of rain; no going out. Took R.W. to Lyons at 8.
Reached Lyons at 7 1/2 having been stopped on the road by a weak engine. I saw the Cardinal at 9. Went to Fourvieres. Saw Mlle Jaricot at 1/4 10. Said Mass at 11 at S. Thomas's altar. Dined with Card.l de Ronald at 12; went again to Mlle Jaricot. At 6 saw the Gen and Prov of the Marists. Took R.W. to Sens at 10, after supper at the Marists.
Sens at 9. Saw the Archbp. Said Mass at 10, saw the Relics. At 12.40 R.W. to Paris; dined at 5. Saw M. and Mad Marzion, and M. Jules Gondon at home. Began writing a circular to the Bishops of France.
Wrote on. At 10 1/4 Saw Mr. Gondon and the Bp. of Nancy. Dined and collationed at Mr. Marzion's. Came home late to write to F. Vincent and say office. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun in Lent Feb 24. Mass for the brothers at 5 1/2. Saw Mr. Baudon, at 10 1/2 Mr. Germain Villa, Miss Mather, Card.l Goussat. Dined at 6 with M. Marzion. Saw Eveque de Nancy at 3; he cut off the hopes of my *****nce, but Dio va.
Called on M. Marzion. At 7 went with him to N.D. des Victoires. Said Mass by favour at 8 at the altar of N.D. At 1 saw the ***********bell andi ********trice. Went to the mission etrangeres and wrote to the Empress. Collation at 12 and dinner at 6 with Marzion.
Dinner and collation at home. Went to R****de Chaillot at 3. At 7 gave a conference to the brothers. At 8 1/2 (112 cont.v.) went to Hiarguins di Brignoli; after dinner met M. Ric Fulloux, Nicolas, Bussiera, ***** Gonthaut. Home at 10 and ******* for Friday.
Mass at 6 1/2 at Mad.me D'Hooghvorst's. Got many names from her and begged 100f. Dined at 12 at the Missions etrangers. I saw the Archbp. of Paris at 4. Collation at Mr. Marzion. Saw Miss Lowe at 8, 10 Pl V****one.
Mass at home. Convent de oiseaux Carmes for the Dominican Prior. Lady Campden (collation), begged about, got 20 f. from the nuns, Rue de Chaillot. Dined with M. Marzion and went with him to S. Roc to hear Pere Le Vigne. Ran home just in time for 9 1/2.
Mass at 7. Prepared a paper for the Emperor. Went at 11, saw him at 12 1/2. Collation at Marzion's. English nuns dined with Mr. Riou at 6 1/2. Met Mr. Edward Jones, Miss Jones, M. Bonnetti etc.
I went at 9 to 157 Rue de S**** and had a long talk with Mad.me Murray the Superior. At 11 1/2 the Bp. of Nancy. Collation at Marzion's. Monsgr de Segur, Mr. Ponsonby at Lord Clarendon's Hotel. Home for office. Dined with Bp. of Nancy, met Bp. of Montreal Paris Mar 2 1856. 11. R.W. 1. Ere 1. (113) R.W. 1. Cologne 10. Munster 9. Cologne 1. Steamer and Postwagen 2. Trier 2. Postwagen 1. Coblenz 2. Mainz 1. R.W. 1. Muncih 3. Eilwagen 2. Vienna 8. Ap 26 1856. 8 weeks. IV Sun in Lent. Mar 2. I said Mass for the English nuns and preached. Heard Pere Felix at N. Dame. Tried in vain to see some great people. Saw M. De Bussiere and Ld. Fielding in the street. Dined with Marzions at 7.
Went to the printer with my letter to the Bps. Mr. Germain Ville pr******* me to preach to the English. After dinner heard Pere Comballet with M. Marzion.
Begged about Faub.* S. Honore. Cafe au lait in a cremerie. Got 20 f. Dined with M. Marzion who was off for Lyons. Called on Miss L******.
Tried to get to preach in English; failed at S. Philippe de Roule and at the archbps., whom I did not see. **** up. Begged well, got 132 f. Looked over my letter to the Bp with the Vic Gen and la Rochelle. Dined with Madame Marzion. Saw the Bp of Nancy at 8 and **** Dr. Hooghvorst.
To the printer at 9. Card Mathieu Le Do****** Con**** not seen. Le Campren went in the carriage with L Ca****** to Mr. Ram. Dined with Madame Marzion. Went to S. Rock, Pere La Vigne. Found 1000 fr. from the Emperor.
Collation at 11 at M. Rio's. Up and down hunting, got 5 f. Dined with Madame D'Hooghvorst. At 8 went to Miss Lowe to see some Ladies.
Sung Mass at 9 for S. John of God. We had a good dinner at 12. I preached at 3. went to the printers and sent off my letters to the Bishops from 9 Rue de la Jussienne. Called at Marzion's; tea for collation at Mad. D'Hooghvorst's. Read her my paper in French. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun Mar 9. Mass at 5 1/2. I went out at 9. Saw Madame Marzion ** Hanicq. Heard P. Felix, saw Card. Morlot. Preached at 4 to the Nouvells Catholiques. Rue de Sevres 157. Dined with M. Marzion. Called on M. Kergorlay. Home at 9.
Walked a deal about passport, begging etc. Got nothing till M. Kergorlay came in after dinner at M. Marzion's with 60 f.
Saw Mr. Veuillot at 8 1/2, then Irish Coll etc. 90 f. Dined with Madame D'Hooghvorst. Talked with Miss Coleridge and Bennett.
Dr. Miley, Card. Dupont, Mgr. Etienne, Mr. Thayer, Montalembert, Card Donnet. Home to pack up. Dined at M. Marzion's. Home and took cab to station, and R.W. at 11 to Lille. (113 cont.i.)
At 8.10 got to Lille. Mass at the Christian Schools. Went to see the exhibition of plans for the new cathedral. Wrote to M. Haffringue. Dined at 12. At 1.15 R.W. to Tournai. Walked straight to Ere with the garzone whom I met.
Mass at 5. Wrote to all the Belgian Bishops and F. Joseph,accomp. the French circular. Walked fast to Tournai. Took R.W. at 3.25 to Malines. 8.40 ran to the seminary; got collation and at 10 took R.W. to Verviers 3rd. class, and then to Cologne expr.
Cologne at 5 1/2. Mass at S. Andrea's. Went begging at 9 with M. Smitz, saw the Card.l, from 3 to 6 with Mr. Moreau. Cafe at Deutz, 54 Thalers. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Mar 16. Mass at 7 1/2. Attended the blessing of Palms and High Mass at S. Aug***'s. Went to see the Lazarist Superior. Otherwise at home. Sore throat.
Mass at 7 1/2. Went to see Miss Whiteford at 9. Found Mrs. Whaites there. At home after it with sore throat; writing sermon.
Said Mass at S. Colomba for M. Moreau. At home after, writing sermon and reading German O.Test.
Mass at 6 1/2. Miss Whiteford at 9. Tenebre at the cathedral at 3. Very poor. Miss Whiteford at 6. Baronne Geyr come there. Got collation there.
Rec.d communion in the Dom. Attended the service from 8 till 11 1/2. The Card.l there. Tenebre at 4, beautiful. Good Fri Mar 21. Service in Dom from 9 till 12 and tenebre at 4. Called on Madame De Vivere at 3. Evening and supper with Miss Whiteford, and Baron Geyr.
Service at 7 in S. Andrea's. At 8 saw Madame Bourtscheid, then M. Moreau till 8 1/2. Dr. Kirch's father came. Vespers in Dom. Visit to Miss Whiteford and M. Moreau. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Easter Sun Mar 23. Said Mass at 11 at S. Maria in Keepfergssse. Till then read German (Jeremias).
Mass at 7 1/2 ibidem. A few calls before dinner. Read my paper to Dr. Kirk and Barronne Geyr. At 6 1/2 preached at S. Andreas and had a collection.
Mass at 5 1/2. Took cab and was too late for the 6 1/2 train to Hamm. Took R.W. there at 8, reaching Hamm at 12 1/2. No train to Munster till 7. Waited in the convent of Sisters of Charity 4 hours. Got to Munster at 8 1/2. Dr. Banger and Dom Herr Krabbe both out of town, so I put up at an Inn. (113 cont.ii.) Wine last supped.
Mass in the Dom at 7. **** Psalter. Pastor of Euborn ****rnsberg. Dioc of Padaborn whom I met at the Hotel, went about with me to see the cathedral, seminary with overberg's monument etc. I dined at Winckelsett's who changed nothing. At 5 saw the Bishop who invited me to stay with him, and promised me a priest to beg with.
At 10 started begging with Dom Vicar Bahnmann who dined with us at 1. We went on again till 8. Supper.
At 10 went about with Clemenz, a large dinner party. I went with the Jesuit Provincial to speak to the Novices in German. The first time of getting on unprepared. Made another call or two alone.
Vicar Bahnmann again. But I was in a long talk with Dom Herr Kaal about my sermon till 12, and after dinner we lost 1 1/2 hour for his smoking, and so the time for work was short. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Mar 30. Made a call or two before dinner. At 4 Dom H. Kaal preached in the cathedral and I followed with my Koln sermon altered. Supped at the Jesuits. After dinner read my paper on perfection to the Bishop.
The Bishop came to speak of my paper at 9, and to ask it to be copied. Vic Bahnmann from 10 to 12 and from 4 to 8 - 2 cigars.
I went to sit with the Bp at 9. Bahnmann took me in to S. Mauriz. Saw Dr. Clemenz. After dinner begging again till 8.
Bp came to me at 9. Bahnmann at 11. General Croy. Pastor Kappan with the Bp and me from 2 to 3 1/2. At 4 Antonia Ziegler till 6 1/2, about her sister Frederika Schulz.
Bp gone out. I saw Mr. Lutke the Protestant Minister and tried three others (out). Finished begging. At 1.50 R.W. to Koln. Home at 9.
Went to the Bank. Had a deal of talk with Miss Whiteford; supped with her. At 9 took Steamer to Coblenz.
Reached Coblenz at 5 1/2. Mass at S. Castor. Dined at Dechant Cremenz's after visiting the Jesuits. At 3 1/2 got into the Post wagen to Trier. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft East. Ap 6. Reached Trier at 7. Received by the Bp,. Mass at the Dom. Attended High Mass at 9 1/2. Sermon at 4 by the Superior of the Jesuits. Dined at 12. Visited the Jesuits at 5 1/2. supper at 7. The Bp's Secretary corrected Fraulein (113 cont.iii.) Geyr;s translation of my essay on Perfection.
At 10 and again at 2 went begging with the Secretary, only of the Clergy, pretty well. dined at 12, supper at 7. Cont.d the correction.
Visited the Provost alone. At 1.45 took Post wagen to Coblenz. The Dechants got in at Wittlich.
Reached Coblenz at 5 1/2. Mass at S. Castor at 7. Mr. Cremenz promised me a guide, but forgot it all. I was at home all day writing German.
Mass at 6. At 8 started to beg with a tailor till 12, and from 2 to 4 and 5 to 6 1/2, very good. Looked over the rest of the writing on Perfection.
Mass at 1/4 5. At 6 Steamer to Mainz. Wrote German from 7 1/4 till 1. At 2 1/2 reached Mainz. Bp away; stopped at the Vicar General's. Supped at the seminary; spoke to the students lamely in German. No begging allowed.
Mass at 5 1/4. At 7 R.W. to Frankfurt. A poor reception from Geisthiche Rath Bada Weber. I was going away directly but found I might as well stop till evening, and came back to dine, when prospects brightened and he let the servant go with me to the Police directly. And then to the vorhemate Katholiken and I made a capital 1 1/2 hours work. Took R.W. at 5.15 to Augsburg. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Easter. Apr 13. Got to Augsburg at 11. Said Mass in the Dom. Dined with Dom Capitular Stadler, who received me most kindly. I remembered him from Aug 1844. Edward Heynes a Polish convert of Rosen went with me to the R.W. at 3.35 to Munich. Received at S. Bonifacin's.
Mass at 6. Saw general Vicar Windischmann for a minute at 9. A long talk with Dollinger. Came home to dine at 12 1/2. At 3 saw Windischmann again and had tea with Dr. Dollinger, and went thro' my paper with him. He corrected and approved.
Mass at 6. Went to the Bank. Took my place and saw Monsgr De Luca. I came home to lunch and back to take a drive with the ****** to Mr. Raby and Comtesse d'Arco. Dined with him and 3 Italian priests at 4. Saw the Weekly Register about Mr. Darby Jan 27.
Mass at 4 1/2. I wrote to F. Vincent before it. At 6 took Eilwagen to Linz. Passes Haag at 1/4 11. Dined at A****ing at 2 all alone.
By favour stopped to say Mass at Reynbach at 6. Linz at 11 1/2, dined, (113 cont.iv.) took another Eilwagen at 1/4 2 from Linz to Vienna. I was in the coupe with the Conducteur. 2 officers inside. Supped at 8 1/2.
Vienna at 12 3/4 fasting, but too late for Mass. Got lodged with the Redemptorists. Dinner at 3 alone. Called at the Nunzio's and Archbp's. Saw Mgr. *al***ziani the Uditre and the Archbp's Secretary. Saw Mr. Hunter in the Rector's room. To bed at 9 1/2; no supper.
Mass at 6 1/2. Saw Colloredo. Dined alone at 12. At 4 Miss March and Abbe Mislin at 1 Bp of Breslau. Supped alone at 7. No money. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft East. Ap 20. At 9 saw Mr. Donin and Card.l Vialey, very kind. At 11 attended High Mass at S. Stephen's by the Card.l Archbp., with a multitude of Bishops and great folk present. Then saw the Card.l at his house, and by his order the Weilbischof who took my papers to study. Dined at 4 with the Nunzio, 2 Bp.s, Prof.r Phillipps, Ct. O'Donnell etc. Called on the Jesuits. Came to my hermitage at 1/4 7.
Started at 7 1/4 after Bishops. Saw Ct. Colloredo and then Card.l Schwarzenberg, who left me with a young Cistercian monk, his Secretary for affairs of religious, to prepare for the press my latin address to the Bishops, which I wrote at 5 o'clock this morning. I could not see the printer who was sent for to the house till 3 1/2; then made an attempt at begging. I dined with the Bishop of Mantra at 2 in our house and the Secretaries. The Bp. of Verona and Cremona were out.
Saw Countess Dietrichstein at 10. First gift in Vienna 100 fl. At 12 corrected the press of my address. Afternoon I was up and down the passages of the Burg to put down my name for audiences. Saw Miss March and Mr. Domin at 7 1/2.
Waited in all morning for the addresses promised at 8; came at 12. I went to Pater Salesius and talked over my paper on the ****** which he had read. Saw Madame Baronne Martini. Only 10 fl. today. A sore foot. I tried Princess Metternich but was refused. I began translating my paper on the counsels into Italian, intending it for Barnabo.
I went and saw Card.l Schwarzenberg again. From 10 till 12 at the laying the 1st. stone of the new church by the Emperor. It was a poor day afterwards.
Better day; went to the Italian church. ***** Ledokowska, Ki*****ley, Comt. Th****, ***** Libzetter. Letter from F. Vincent.
Finished my Italian translation of the Paper. Saw P*** Kinsky. At 11 1/2 **** Lichtenstein. Poor work in afternoon. (114) Vienna Ap 27 1856 (17 at Redemptorists then S. Ulrick 19) 36. P*** 1. Pest 1. Foth 1. Pest 4. R.W. 1. Vienna 12. 8 weeks. V Sun aft East. Ap 27. Worked to get a people Ct. Szechan, P* Esterhazy at the Burg etc. Prince Karl Liechtenstein.
Saw Ct. Colloredo at 9 1/2. At 5 a perfect explanation and straightening with the Nunzio
Colloredo again at 8 1/2. A long days work from morning till night. I saw old Pr. Esterhazy.
Audience at 10 from the Emperor, then from archd. Ferd.d Max. At 3 went to the Nunzio and read him through the paper on the counsels in Italian; perfect approval. Dined with him at 4. At 6 audience from Kaiserine ****tter. A long talk with the Bishop from Oregon at Hotel Wandl till 9. Blank day.
Ascension. Heard a sermon at S. Peter's at 10 1/2. Audience of arch Karl Ludwig at 12 3/4. Sat with the Princess Lichtenstein. Miss March ill in bed. Another blank day. Looked over my Italian translation of the essay on the counsels with Bp of Verona's secretary.
Good begging all day. At 6 saw Miss March who made me coffee.
Got to speak with Monsgr. Ferre of Crema on the essay. He read it thro' and approved. I began at 6 begging the shops till 8 1/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun in oct. May 4. Saw Card. Schwarzenberg and Nunzio. Mostly at home copying my Italian corrected translation. Dined at 4 with Cssa. Felicie Esterhazy (Shottin hof).
Up at 2. Looked over my Italian copy. Wrote to the General, and took the plico to Ct. Colloredo. some begging. Mgr. Flore undertook to translate it into Latin. I saw Miss March. dined with General and Baronne Martini at 3 1/2.
Saw Ct. O'Donnell at 9. Begged about shops, not much got.
Wrote my Latin letter to the Bishop's. Saw Archd. Louis, I think today. Dined with Nunzio. Read my letter to him after. Went to the Mechitarists to have it printed.
Good begging in shops, and began with private families. Mechiterists to get my proof sheet.
Saw Nunzio at 9 1/2. Dined with him, to meet Hungarian Bishops, latinists. He remembered me to the Bp of Transylvania who took me to his Inn and corrected my letter again. Went with it to Mechitarists. (114 cont.i.)
Yesterday had notice from the Rector to quit on Tuesday, and tried the other convents in vain. This morning it seemed as if I was to be turned out of Vienna as I could not make up my mind to an hotel. I went to the Italian church and the Direttore put me on the scent to find a lodging which I did, *ugsak 768. 4 o'clock found a letter from F. Vincent which announced the taking a house at Dublin from Sep 1. After dinner went to the Mechitarists, and begged 2 1/2 hours. Plenty of people but poor givers, 9 fl. Month of May Benediction at Italian church at 6. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun May 11. Went to the Nunzio at 9. High Mass at 11 ******* by Bp of Verona. Found Bp. of Transylvania ill. Did little begging. Wrote a long letter to F. Vincent.
Begged all the houses of the Graben from 10 till near 2. At 8 heard a sermon at S. Stephen's. Saw B. of Transylvania in bed. Found I was baulked of my lodging, and so at 4 went to Josef Stadt and saw about one.
Up at 3; wrote on the case of Protestants. Finished letter to Father Vincent. Mass at 8 1/2 for Miss Fraser. Breakfast there, and dinner too at 3. Begged between in the Graben. At 7 reached my new place where I supped with Wa***inthy Hans inspector, who gave me a bed in a drawing room of his tonight, and will pay for my little room after. 2nd. best day, 120 fl.
Said Mass at S. Ulrich's. Breakfasted with Baronne Martini as collation at 9. Begged till 3. Then by appointment went to talk to the Nunzio before dinner at 4, but he had the Bp of Concordia to prepare for his consecration. After dinner begged again till 8., then took my green bag from the Ligorian*** and my mantle, and walked home to take possession of my new abode.
Mass at 6 1/2. Breakfast at a caffe. Dined at 2 at a Guesthouse am Hof. Supped at 8 1/2 with Miss March. Begged all day well, 72 fl.
Not a very good day. Dined at guesthaus opposite S. Augustine. Saw Prof.r Phillipps.
Isa and Wikes for collation at Dr. Liebenfeldt's at 11 dined at Gasthaus am Hof. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun. May 18. Heard sermon at S. Ulrich's. Then a long good work at begging. Talk to Pr. Esterhazy, but no money yet. Dined at 3.
At 1 1/2 audience of Archduke Franz Karl. Begged long. Supper at Lichtenstein Palais (Miss March). (114 cont.ii.)
Talk to Graf Lankorowsky. Dined on Stadt Brunn. Supper as yesterday. A tailor Stefani gave me breakfast.
Long day begging; nothing till 1 1/2 then got on well. Said Mass at 8 1/2 for Miss Fraser and dined there.
Mass at 5 1/2. At 6 1/2 went in to town with Stephi, saw the Emperor's arrival at S. Stefan. Then got to the end of the procession and followed it round the town. Begged on, and came home too tired. Dined in Freyning.
Saw Card Schwarzenberg and Nunzio. Came home at 4 to rest. Dined at Stadt Brunn. Supped at Gasthaus near home.
Card Schwarzenberg again, who gave me a list of Bp.s to call on, which I did as far as I could. Saw Prince Batt**ne. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Pent. May 25. Heard Sermon at 8 at S. Stefans, then begged of Bps. At 2 1/2 saw Prince Lichtenstein. Dined with Miss ***er.
Rain a good deal. Card. Schwarzenberg took my book at the Archbp's. I begged etc. Dined at Stadt Rom. Tea at Dr. Lowenfeldt's.
Went to Card.l Schwarzenberg and received his collection of 452 fl. Met there Pere Jandel, General of the Dominicans, come for a visitation of the order. Long talk with the Css. Districhstein. Dined in Grunager CGasse. Talk to Miss March. Home at 4.
Saw the Gen.l of the Dominicans at 8, who read the paper and gave it a kick, and then I had to leave him as a Bishop came. I begged about slowly, being tired. Tea at Prof.r Phillips at 7. Then again with Miss March. Saw Ct. O'Donnell at 9.
Went into town at 9. Saw Sir Hamilton Seymour; explained all my doings. Saw Poppenburg the Cure of S. Leopold. Came home to wash and went again to Jagerzeil to dine with Sir H. Seymour. Met Ge**** Goe*** Vernons etc.
Breakfast every day since May 19 at Stefany a tailor's, Fuhrmanns Gasse 98. Got at Prof. Esterhazy's subscription at last. A long very hot walk for a Bishop Favoriten Gajse. Dined at Stadt Rom. Took beer today and wine yesterday for my weakness.
Wrote my address for the Severinus Verein from 8 1/2 till 11. Looked it over with Weejsein at 6. Got 2 subscriptions, 45 fl. Correcting proofs of the Latin scritto today and yesterday. ----------------------------------------------------------------- (114 cont.iii.) III Sun aft Pent. June 1. Saw Nunzio at 10, quite satisfactory, then Card.l Schwarzenberg's Secretary. Got a letter for Pest. Saw Pfarr** Popporbergar. Then a parting long visit to Miss March and the 2 Princesses. Dined with the Nunzio at 4. Met the General of Dominicans, very kind but nothing about the paper. Went home, and with W***ion to the Stellwagen to the station. At 7 R.W. 3rd. class to Pest.
Got to Pest at 4.9. Said Mass at the Servites. Lodged there. Dinner at 12; supper at 7. Afternoon got a little. Saw the V. Rector of seminary.
Mass at 6. R.W. at 11 to Palota, got a lift to Foth on a car belonging to Ct. Caroly (Stefan) who received me very well. Talked from 1 till 3 1/2. Dined at 4. Old Countess Appony and Css. Jules there. After dinner a drive to his new church. Looked it thro' and dairy etc. Tea; to bed at 11 1/4.
Mass at 9. After breakfast Ct. Stefan took me to Pest, with 4 beautiful horses in hand. Waited 2 hours at the Police for nothing.
The Pfarrer of Foth called for me at 9 1/2 and took me to the meeting of the Stefan's Verein which lasted till near 12; all in Hungarian except a little Latin. After dinner a little begging. Received well by M. Szitwzky. Card.l's Nephew after his dinner.
At 9 1/2 saw Graf Georg Caroly, not like his brother. Went about in great heat; got 6 fl. Received from Vienna a copy of the Scritto and looked it over.
Went off at 7 1/2 to Ofen (Buda) across the river. Begged better. Back to dinner. Copied my Redc for Monday. Rain. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Pent. Jun 8. Went to the seminary at 8 1/2. High Mass at home at 10. Went to ********* Stefan again. English nuns at 4. At 8 walked off with bags. R.W. to Vienna 9.15.
Got to Vienna at 6. Mass at 8 at S. Ulrich's. Looked over my Redc with C** Ledokowska. Dined (am Peter) at 2. At 6 read my Redc at the Verein. Then heard Dom** Veith speak for an hour. Tea at Dr. Lowenfeldt's. Home at 9.
I did little in begging. Came home early. Got dinner I think at 12 from Mad. Martini. Settled for Dr. Lowenfeldt's confession.
Begged well before dinner and after. Dined at London Hof. I think coffee with Dussin at 8.
Went to Card.l Schwarzenberg who promised to distribute my propositions tomorrow. Saw Bp of Vesp**** and (114 cont.iv.) Nunzio, dined with him, and spoke of the Protestants till 6.
Went again with 70 copies of Propositions to Card. Dined at Barnherziger Baider ************** in their garden. Supped at Matschaker hof.
Very hot. Dined at 12 at Mad. Martini's. Begged slowly in Leopoldstist. Supped with Wufin. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft Pent. Jun 15. Sermon and High Mass at the Ligorians. At 1 dined with Stefany, 98 Fuhrmann's Gasse Spitalbing. At home writing letters after.
Saw Card. Seitowsky's secretary. Begged in Jagerzeil. Saw General of the Dominicans and Prince Metternich. took Stillwagen from Mchl Market to Penning 213 where I dined with Baron en Lebzelter etc. Back to beg in Kartner Str. Supped at Wufins.
High Mass and Te Deum at S. Stefan's for the end of the Conferences. I came to know of it just in time to attend. Saw Gerard Gould at the British Embassy. Begged Mchl Market and Leider Gasse. Dined at Romische Krier. Supped at Weesins. Letter from Pad. Ignazio by the General; order to stop speaking of the counsels etc. Stop her - back her. Deo gratias.
Saw Bp. of Verona. Dined at Stadt Gasthaus. Rested at Baronen Martini. Had an ice; begged Baur Markt etc. Supped at Wufin.
Begged early and late, got very tired. Dined at Steindl Gasthaus. Supped at a Gasthaus near S. Ulrich.
Saw the Nunzio to read him F. Ignazio's letter. Begged Singer St and Wyburg Gasse. Dined at 3 1/2 with the Martini's. Supped at Wufins.
Finished a long letter to F. Vincent. Began begging late. Worked in Spangler Gasse and Tush Lauben etc. Went to the bank. Rain began tonight and I had to come home with umbrella. Supped at Wufins. Vienna June 22 1856. 45. Baden 4. (115)
Vienna Wufins 3. Baden 12. Vienna, Dominicans 1. Gaan 3. 10 weeks. VI Sun aft Pent. Jun 22. Rain. I was writing a long letter to F. Ignatius; did not send it. Dined with Wufin at 1 1/2. Went in, saw F. Steiger. Came back to sup at 8 with Wufin, but he was out. Staid for him till 9 1/2, and to bed without supper.
Begged in the town fore and afternoon. Dined at a poor Gasthauss. Seiler Statten. Supped with Wufin.
Begged a good deal. Dined Steigel Gasthauss. Wrote to my sister at Barronin Martini. Had tea there alone at 7.
Rain till 10. I read in the German Bible. Begged well. Dined at gasthauss Stadt London. Supper at Wufin's.
Good days work. Dined at 2 in Steindel Gasse and rested at Barronen Martini's till 3 1/2. Supped at Wufin's; came to bed earlier.
Regular begging day. Dined at Ur****sch******one. Rested in graf O'Donnell's lodging. Supped at Wufin's; talked on politics till 11.
Finished the week regularly. Dined *******ecke. Rested in S. Stefan's, acquaintance at dinner with Fr. Jos. Heckal, Pfarrer Neusicall an der Zaia, near Hohenrace station Nord Baan. Talked to Wufin on schools. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun aft Pent. Jun 29. SS. Peter and Paul. 9 till 11 in S. Ulrich's, sermon and High Mass. Called at the Jesuits., Ct. Zanoysky. Stillwagen to Pening. Dined with Baronen Lebzalter etc. Tea at Dr. Lowenfeld's at Hitzing. Stillwagen home by 8. Supper at Wufin's.
Went up and down Maria Hof street. Dined at a poor Gasthaus, rested at home. At night followed by a lot of boys and taken to the Police station.
Went early to Maria Hiff, saw the clergy. Then into the Stadt, dined am Peter. Afternoon to Schoffenfeldt. Home at 8.
Am Herr Bernard Meyer. Tried to see Baron Buch; did not. Went to Rennweg, back to tea with the Martinis at 3 1/4.
Saw the Diretore. Begged Ticfer Graben. Dined in Steindel Gasse. Begged in Granauger G. etc. Rested in the Le****. Dinner.
Saw the Nunzio. Went to Leopoldstadt. Dined with the Baronherziger ****der. Beggged Adler Gasse etc. Home to sup with Wufin as usual. (115 cont.i.)
Dined at the Bahn Hof. Came home in rain at 6. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun aft Pent. July 6. At 10 High Mass by Card.l Viale at S. Ulrich's. The feast was *******. Rain. Dined with Wufin. Went to the Jesuits at 5. Supped with Wufin.
Went at 8 to Belodere; beautiful view of Vienna. Archduke Marcinilim d'Esta, at his house Landestrasse. Dined zur Schan*****. Begged Saby Gries etc. Came home very tired. Wufin talked of Purgatory.
At 9 S. Michael, S. Augustin. Dined am Hof Gasthaus. Leopoldstadt. Nord Ba*** Hof. Home at 8.
At 8 1/2 took Stillwagen to H. Hietzing. Saw Pferer Burgomeister Sr. H. Seymour, Dr. Losenfeldt (tea there at 11). Dined at 3 1/2 with Buonin Lebzetter. Begged in Heitzing, and after dinner very successfully. Home at 9, supped with Wufin.
Rain till 1. wrote to Miss March. Dined at Stadt Brunn. Begged *ben Platz etc among the Jews. supped with Wufin.
Went to Ober S. Veit, saw the Card.l, a good talk. Dined with the Pfarrer. Begged all the village and took stillwagen home. Wufin not at home.
Hitzing saw Graf Harrig at Schonb*****. The Empress confined. Dined at 2 with Mad.me Steindel of Lungrna. Begged till 8. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun aft Pent. July 13. Sermon and Mass at S. Ulrich at 9. Went to the Jesuits; no one at home. Dined at Gasthaus (Singer St). Rain came. I came home. Read S. Thomas's Summa brought by Wufin from the University Library. Saw P. Edwardus at the Pfarrhof. At Wufin's till 10 1/2.
Went straight to Hitzing. Tea at Dr. Lowenfeldt's. Went on to Lainz. Dined with Ct. Tiga. At 2 begged thro' Lainz with rain.
Tired and stopped reading S. Thomas till 11. Went to Hitzing. Dined at 3 1/2 with baron Meisebyg. Not much done begging.
To Penzing at 9. Interesting talk with Mad. Fischof. Dined at 1 with Bar. Lebzetter. Begged well Penzing.
To Hitzing at 9. Dined at 2 with Timoni. Then went to Unt. S. Veit. Begged it half through. Home to Wufin at 9 1/4.
Went to S. Augustin at 10. Talk with Dir. Nogally. Dined in Singer St. Reichsappel Gasthaus. Went to Bank, (115 cont.ii.) begged till 7.
Wrote to F. Vincent a long letter. At 10 1/2 answered a call to see Mr. Bernard Meyer. Begged in Kamerhof etc. Dined at 3 1/2 with the Martinis. -------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun aft Pent. Till 11 at S. Ulrich's as last Sund. Went to beg at p***sing. Dined with the Baronin Lebzetter. Miss Fraser ill. Tea at 6 with Baron Wallenburg near there.
Went at 8 to H*******dorf. The young Cooperator took me most kindly up and helped me all day. Dined with him. Took Stillwagen home at 7. The Dechaut not at home. Young Hurter Cooperator at Marice Brunn, came to see me.
Went early to Heitzing. Talk with Cooperator, Mr. Elliott, Mr. Johnson at Dr. Lowenfeldt's. Begged at 11 S. Veit. Dined at Baron Meisenbegs at 3, but he was at Vienna and the Barrain was confined, so I saw neither.
Tried to see Baron Ward at 8. At 10 took stillwagen to Klosten Neuburg. Dined at 12. Took Stillwagen at 4 home.
Took stillwagen early to Mauer. The priests being out I went on to Kalksburg on foot. Dined at the Jesuits college. Had a long sitting in the garden with F. Boetman the Rector. Begged the village. Walked to Liesing and took R.W. to Vienna at 7.50. Home at 9 1/4.
After long waiting got a stillwagen to Maur again. Parish priest very disagreeable. Dined at 4 with Rev. Pillersdorf under the trees. 6 daughters I think. I said office in Priest Novotny's house. Walked to Atzgersdorf, and took the same train as yesterday home.
I saw the Nunzio at 9 1/2, after another vain try for Baron Ward. At 10 took stillwagen to Doebling in rain. Capital day. Dined at Gasthaus, home at 8. Found letters from F. Pius and F. Vincent. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XI Sun aft Pent. July 27. At S. Ulrich's till 11. A talk with the Pfarrer. Went to Hitzing, dined with Baron Meizenburg.
At home till 12 waiting for shoes. Wrote to P. Pio. Called at S. Augustine's, the Martinis. Dined with the Nunzio. Met Card. Geifsel.
At 9 Baron Ward, a long talk. Walked on to Doblenz, a pretty good day's work. Dined at Gasthaus.
Breakfasted with Baron Ward at 7, talked till 9. Walked to Doblenz; home as yesterday by stillwagen. (115 cont.iii.)
Saw Dr. Schmit in Walker Str. Took Stellwagen to Dobling. Finished with Heiligen Stadt at 7 1/2. Long work; small gain.
Called on the priests am Peter and am Hof. Baron Ledkowska, Martin etc. Wrote to F. Vincent and Csse. Esterhazy. Visited Franciscan churches for the Portianeula.
Took R.W. at 9.15 to Leising. Begged Rodann, Petersdorf (dined with Pfarrer there), walked over to Mauer. R.W. at 8 from Atzgersdorf. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun af Pent. Aug 3. Till 11 at S. Ulrich's. Took stellwagen to Pensing. Dined with Baronin Lebzetter. Saw Meisenburg, Sir. H. Seymour, Timoni etc.
At 8 started from Mull Market to Hutteldorf. Pfarrer out. The Cooperator helped me as July 21. Came home at 8 1/4.
Quitted Strasser. Last breakfast at Stefany's. Dined at 11 (Zum Goldenen Staren). R.W. to Baden at 2. Supped at 8, and lodged at Count Appony's.
Mass in house at 8. Dined at 2 with the children etc. (Ct. and Ctss out). Begged 6 hours. Talk to the Count till 11 1/2.
Sore throat. Begged all day. Saw ex Queen of Spain called Ctsse de Molinas.
Begged all day. Gift from Erzherz**gin Marianne. None at Whilburg Schloss. Ct. Appony went to Hungary.
Begged till near 2 when we dined at 3. Took R.W. to Egyden and went with Dr. Schmit and family in 2 carriages of Baron Ward to Urschendorf. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 10. Heard Pfarrer's Mass at 7; said mine after his sermon at 9. Many good talks before night.
Mass at 6. Went to Froschdorf with Baron's carriage. Dejeune with Csse. Ch*****ord etc. Long talk with Abbe Trebugnet and Ct. Mombel till 2 1/2 when the Ct. came home and received me with the Csse. Sent in a little carriage to Neus Stat. R.W. to Wien.
Mass at S. Ulrich's. Day spent in Vienna. Bank, deed for S. wilfrid's etc. Dined with the Nunzio and took leave.
Started to Hitzing. Saw Lowenfeldt and Sir H. Seymour. Villa Malfatti. Begged in Speising. Dined at 2 with Ct. Sega. Came at 3 to 131 Sch****** Gasse and had a long talk with the Fraulein there, and the English governess at Landauers (115 cont.iv.) Jewish children. Found at home Stefany and a gift from the Empress.
Packed and started with bags at 10 1/2 to Stefan Platz. At 2 R.W. to Baden. All out till night. I begged till 8, dining at 6. 2 Tiges on visit.
Took R.W. at 11 to Medling. Dined with the Pfarrer and walked on through Clausel, Vorder, Brulle to Hinter Brulk. Beautiful valley. Came to the Neapolitan Ministers. Took stillwagen back to the station and home by 1/4 9. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun aft Pent. Aug 17. Sermon and High Mass in Ch. till 11. Talk to Ct. O'Donnell and Csse. Krakow. Benediction at 5. Begged till 8. Ct. Appony home late.
Mass at 6 1/2. R.W. at 8.12 to Voslam. Begged till 3. Dined then with Csse. Desweffy. Roset went with me to R.W. (7) to Baden.
At 11 R.W. to Modling, dined with Pauli Kowsky who gave himself to me till I went away at 7 1/2. Tea with Bar. Dhysba***.
At 10.19 R.W. to Voslau. Dined with Csse. Desweeffy again. Begged till 7, then R.W. home. Talk with Ct. Apponyi till 11.
Css. Apponyi gave me a carriage to Heiligen Kreuz. The Pr***** was out, but I found him at Baden at 2. Begged here after dinner.
At 11 R.W. to Brunn, dined with the Franciscans. Begger Entgersdorf. At 7.31 R.W. home.
Mass at 6. At 7.30 R.W. to Modling. Dined etc. with Paulikowsky. R.W. at 5.39 home. Begged in Berg Gasse. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Aug 24. Went at 9 1/2 to see the Nunzio pass the station on his way to Triest. High Mass at 10. Then long talk with Csse Krakow. And after dinner at home with Csse Mathilde Tigo. At night with Ct. Apponyi.
From 10 to 12 Albert was examined, very pleasing sight. I went with Fr. Ronan as far as Modling in the carriage. After dinner again with Ct. Apponyi. Went out to beg. Met Mr. Moriger and had a long talk.
Mass at 7. Took R.W. at 8.12 to Vienna. Passport. Went to see Strasser, whom I left ill. Got a good talk with him and die Frau. Heard of a letter at the post. Got it and went to see Gould at the Embassy in consequence. Dined with the Martinis at 3. Saw Miss March and her Princesses at Lichtenstein (115 cont.v.) Haus. Went home to sleep at the Dominican convent.
Said Mass at 4 1/2. At 5 1/2 went to the River and took Steamer to Gran; got there at 4. Wandered till 7 1/2, then taken up at the Cardinals and slept at Count Nyary's, the Secretary I saw at Vienna.
Mass at 6 1/2; dined at 12 1/2 and supped at 8 at the seminary. Saw the Card.l at 1/4 5. At home all day besides. Wrote an address to the emperor; finished a letter to F. Vincent and began one to Monteith.
Finished letter to Monteith. Wrote to Miss Coleridge. Dined and supped at seminary. Begged Dom Herren at 4 till 7 off and on. Supper at 8.
Looked about all day. No one to help me, and so a blank day for the begging. Dined at 2 with Dom Herr Bp Vi***. Met Archduke Maxinmilian d'Este. Heard music in the Basilica at 11 till 12. The Emperor came at 6 1/2. At 9 a long talk to O'Donnell who took me ****************************. (116) Gran Aug 31 1856. 3. Cornorm 1. Raab 2. Steamer 1. Presburg 4. Baden 2. Lainz 1. Baden 3. Vienna 3. Molk 1. Linz 6. Vilshofen 1. Eilwagen 1. Aunich 1. R.W. 1. Paris 1. R.W. 1. Ere 1. London (Ford)1. S. Jos 2. Brompton 1. S. Jos 4. S. Anne's 3. B. Paul's 5. S. Anne's 2. Manchester 1. Levenshulme 2. Kenilworth 15. Birmingham *****************. 11 weeks. XVI Sun aft Pent. Aug 31. Said Mass at 5 3/4 in the parish church. At 8 went to the cathedral and followed the whole ceremony till 3 1/2. Sermon in Hungarian by Bp. Stuhlwiesenburg. The old Cardinal went through it famoulsy. I dined at Baden Gasthaus. Collected at the door after. Saw Ct. Apponyi at Dr. Henry Viber's, and came to my lodgings. The town was illuminated. The Emperor went away at 10. No answer for me. Deo gratias.
Ten years ago Cheadle opened. Mass at 6 1/2. High Mass in Basilica. Dinner at seminary. Up and down begging till night. Saw the Cardinal.
High Mass at Basilica. Busy after the Dom Herren etc. Talked to the Spirituals after dinner. At 5 Steamer to Cornorm where the Dechant whom I met on board gave me lodging. The weather cleared at 8 from great heat to a storm of wind.
Mass in a little chapel at 7. The great church burnt to a skeleton in 48. At home till dinner at 1. Then the Dechant Paunacz saw me off by R.W. at 3 to Raab, where I got lodged at the Benedictines. The Bishop Garner very ill. I saw the Weyhbischof Deaky.
Mass at 6 1/2. High Mass in cathedral at 9. Then begged Dom Herren; dinner at 12. From 4 1/2 to 6 1/2 begged with a guide given me.
Begged with my guide from 8 till 12 and from 2 1/2 till 5 1/2. Tired with up and down stairwork. Got into Dampfuhiffeat at 7 to meet the big one from Pest.
Waited in the small and big steamers from 7 last night till 4 for light. Reached Presburg at 11; dined with the Jesuits. No lodging there. Got lodged at the Barmherziger Bruder. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 7. Mass and breakfast at the Jesuits. Saw Ct. Stuart and fam. Dined at 12; supper at 7. Visited Dom Herren after saying Mass.
Mass at 7 1/2 at Jesuits. High at Dom Kirch. Holy day of obligation; begged poorly. After supper two hours with Css. Stuart and 3 long letters.
Mass at Jesuits. B. Peter Claver. From 9 1/2 2 hours with the Stuart Ladies. After dinner went to Blunenthal; poor begging. (116 cont.i.)
Mass at Jesuits at 4 1/2. Damoschess did not come at 6, so I took R.W. at 7 1/4 to Vienna, and Stellwagen directly from am Peter to Hictzing. Tea at Dr. Lowenfeldt, and some dinner with Fraulein Lachenbach, 131 Schmidt Gasse; talked till 4 1/2. R.W. at 6 1/4 to Baden, Apponyi.
Css. Apponyi ill; waited to see her, and wrote to F. Vincent. After dinner did some begging in new streets.
Said Mass at 5 in the church. R.W. to Modling at 6.36. Breakfast and long talk with Paulikowsky. Walked to Brunn. Begged till 2 3/4 in spite of a savage Burgemeister. R.W. to Heitzendorf; begged it and walked on to Lainz. No dinner; supped at 8 and slept at Ct. Tigeslame with an inflamed heel.
Bad night. Mass at 6. At 9 Stellwagen to Hictzing. Talked to Mlle. Lackenbach till 12 and dined there. Stellwagen to Stefand ***** R.W to Bud******* 5. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII Sun aft Pent Sep 14. Nearly well again. Mass at 8 1/2. Mass at the church at 10. Benediction at 5. At home all day,almost alone except at meals.
Long talk with P. Hochmayr. At 2 dined with Baronne Thysepark and sister. After Benediction called on Vr. Teresa Benz, 219 Johanna Gasse, Josef Stadt.
At 10 3/4 Ct. Apponyi took me to station and I went to Vienna. Walked with bags to Wufins, then to Vienna. Back to dinner, then to Wieden Vorstadt again and home to sup.
Mass at 6. Saw Ernst Mondshein at 8. Went with Wupin to town; took stellwagen to Hictzing. Saw Mlle. Lackenbach, then Graf O'Donell at U.S. Veit 1 1/2 hour. Dined with Meizenbug. Saw Mad. Tomony, Lowenfeldt, Lebz***** etc.
Went on to town with Wufin. Dined at 3 with Martinis. Saw Mgr. Valenziani, Mislin, Ledokowska, Domin, Stefany, *** etc.
Said Mass at 1/4 5 at the Mechitarists. Wufin and the Frau took me to Dampschiff and I went to Molk. At 6 lodged in the great Abbey.
Mass at 6 1/2. Dined at 12. Begged the little town before and after dinner. At 3 waded a little river and went to the Dampschiff ** gentie started at 4 1/2 for Linz. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX. Sep 21. Reached Linz at 10. Went up the mountain to the Jesuits; said Mass and dined. Down again to the Bishop who sent me to the seminary, where I was most happily lodged. Attended service in the Ursuline church at 4. Sermon, Segen and Eintritt (116 cont.ii.) of a nun.
Mass at 6 1/2. Went with the Regent of seminary to see the Stadt Pfarrer and settle about making an address to the Versamml**y; came home to write it. Diner at 12. Then looked over the address with a young priest, Plackolm. At 6 a meeting in smaller Hall.
Mass at 5. At 8 High Mass by Bishop in Dom. At 10 meeting; speeches till 1. After dinner copied address and delivered it at 6 meeting.
Mass at 6 1/2. 9 particular meeting of voters to discuss resloutions. Do. at 3 till 5. At 6 Gen.l meeting till 9 1/2 (Ct. O'Donell President).
Mass at 5. At 7 low Mass in Dom by Bishop Baudri for the conversion of Germany. Last meeting at 11. Begged with a young seminary priest from 8 till 10 and from 3 to 7 1/2.
Mass at 3 3/4. At 5 Dampfschiff to Vilshofen. Lodged at the Pfarrhof with 2 Kaplans. Pfarrer out. Long talk with Dr. Steinhuber of Lussain.
Mass at 3 1/4. At 5 steamer to Ratisbonne. Saw the Bishop, supped with him and by his advice took Eilwagen at 9 to Munich. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Sep 28. Reached Munich at 12. Fiacre to Basilica; Mass at 12.20. Went with F. Gregor to call on Archbishop, Dr. Dollinger and Nunzio.
Mass at 1/4 4. At 5 R.W. to Paris. Stopped 2 hours and 1/2 at Strasbourg. Saw Gr. Vicar Rapp and supped with the Jesuits. 2 Novices went on with me.
Paris at 11 1/4; went to my old quarters, S. Jean de Dieu. Mass at 12 1/4. Saw Miss Coleridge and the Bennetts. At 6 dined with Marzion, 17 Rue N.D. des Champs.
Mass at Mad. d'Hoogvorst's at 6., herself away. Called on Mr. Gould, 16 Rue Matignon (out), Nunzio at 12 (J. Gondon at 9). Mr. Perry 5. Marzion to dine. Miss ******** etc. till 9 1/2. Cab to R.W. at 11 for Lille.
Lille at 8. Mass at Freres Chretiens. Frere Erry dead. Saw Abbe Bernard at the Enfant Jesus. R.W. at 1 1/2 to Tournay. ere at 4.
Mass at 3 1/2. R.W. at 6 to Lille. 7.55 to Calais. Dined with Mr. Daniel the Doyen. Mr. Gobert dead. At 3 1/2 Steamer to Dover. Sick. At 7 1/2 express 2nd. class to London. slept at Ford's Hotel. (116 cont.iii.)
Mass at Blandford Square at 8. Walked to S. Joseph's by 1. At 5 with F. Aloysius to Mr. Scoles and Halls to tea etc. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 5. Rosary. Said Mass at 6. Preached at 12. Gave Benediction after catechism. At home all evening.
At 1 went to the village, made a round of the village, Harting, Hall, and ending with tea at Scoles's. Then walked to 24 Brompton Row, Mr. and Mrs. Walker's lodging with Mrs. Milton.
Said Mass at oratory. Called on Mr. Watts Russel, saw F. Ballord and Bagshawe, Dr. Maguire and Can. Searle at Cardl's. Count Kartly dined with Walkers at 5. Walked home at 8 1/2.
Mr. Hall at breakfast and talked till 11. After vespers called at Scoles's (Mrs. Walker there), Askew's. Tea at Halls at 5 with Mrs. W. Home at 8. Faenza on Retreat.
Mass at 7 for Mrs. Walker. She breakfasted and we talked till 11. After vespers went round with Fr. Eugene for him to take leave.
Letter from F. Vincent calling me to Dublin. Went at 3 to Hall's to speak to Blanche and Ellen. Tea. R.d Bamber came. Peter Darby here since Saturday.
Masses at 5. At 1/4 7 Father Eugene and I went in Brannen's cart to Kilburn. Took R.W. 3rd clas at 8.10 to S. Anne's. 6.40. I lost a parcel. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun aft Pent. Oct 12. I said Mass at 6; preached on the Gospel at 11; on the Epistle at 7. Called on Mr. Smith and the nuns.
Conference with Sr. Philomena at the Retreat, and again with Revd. Mother and her at the convent. At 3 went to Blackbrook. Conferences with 3 nuns.
F. Eugene, Bernardine and I took R.W. to Liverpool at 10. Luncheon at Mr. Cookson's and Audisco's. At 2 started in Steamer to Kingstown. Got to Bd. Paul's at 1/4 1. Wed oct 15. F. Bernardine and I took a car to F. Vincent at Milltown 2 miles off; walked back calling at Rathmines. Began confessions and went to dine at Rathmines (6 of us) with the 8 priests there, at 4. Got home at 8.
Regular day at home. Wrote a long letter to Mother Anastasia. A long talk with Fr. Provincial, 2 or 3 confessions.
At home all day. Wrote to Mad. Cornie and Richd. (116 cont.iv) Bennett. Began to F. Gaudentius. A great many confessions but some to me but ****. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 19. Confessions from 7 to 9 1/2. F. Vincent preached at 11. I preached at 4 and gave Benediction. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers called.
At 6 3/4 car to station. Went by Holyhead to Liverpool, pretty good passage. Reached home at 8 1/2.
I went to Liverpool to see Dr. Goss (busy with a council). Bus to Wavertree; Mrs. Latham away. Only saw Canon Wallwork. Home at 6.
Conferences with nuns till dinner. At 3 1/2 R.W. to Manchester, Bp. out. Heard a lecture by Mr. O'Neill on the Ballods of Ireland, to the S. Austin's young men's society. Was left there by Mr. Croshell in the Chair and made a speech. Slept at Granby Row.
With Bp. from 10 to 11. Mr. Bennett at 1/4 1. R.W. to Levenshulme. All the nuns to confession. Josephine to conference. Slept at Richardson's.
At 11 1/2 R.W. to Ashton. At 5.5 back again. Supper at Charles Marshall's. Confessions, conferences.
At 8 1/2 R.W. to Birmingham. Met. Mr. Condon, dined at the Bp's. At 4 R.W. to Kenilworth. Saw Will Lyttelton and Ld. Do. going to Althorp. Mr. Walker met me at the station. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun aft Pent. Oct 26. Said Mass at 8 1/4. Preached at 11 Introd.n on Gospel Matt viii 1-15. Opening lecture at 3. On the soul at 6 with Benediction.
Dinner at 1. At 2 1/2 duties to God. Some ladies confessions. At 7 sin.
Visited with Mr. Walker forenoon. Afternoon alone, he gone to Rugby.
Visited till 1 Miss Hodson, then a long confession and dined at 1 1/2. At 2 1/2 hearing Mass etc. Visited again. At 7 General Judgement.
Visits together. At 2 1/2 duties to neighbour, parents and children. At 7 Hell. The Nevills came.
At 7 contrition.
6 1/2 Dolours of B.V.M. 10 1/2 the Beatitudes. (116 cont.v.) Dined at Mrs. Amherst's. Exposition from 12 till 7. At 7 Eucharist. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 2. At 10 1/2 Mercy of God. Text Matt viii 23. Dined at Mrs. Amhersts. 3 Confession. 6 What wilt thou have me to do.
All Souls. I sung Mass at 7. 6 1/4 Peter. 2 1/2 Anger. 7 Venial Sin.
6 1/4 Pilate and Scourging. 2 1/2 Prayer (different **ts.). 7 Scandal.
6 1/4 Crowning with thorns. 2 1/2 Conditions of prayer. 7 Temporal happiness of the Just.
Conversion of England at 7. 10 enrolled.
Rev.d J. Longman with pupil here.
At home all today and yesterday. 6 1/4 last 4 words. 2 1/2 communion again and the Mass. 7 Virtues of B.V.M. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXVI Sun aft Pent. Nov 9. 7 3/4 Renewal of Bap. vows; gen.l communion. 11 Paradise. Dined and tea with Mrs. Amherst. 3 love of God. 6 Perseverance, Ricordi etc. 35 in all enrolled.
Walked with Mr. Walker to Coventry and dined with Mr. Pratt and Smith. At 6 R.W. to Birmingham. Slept at Bishop's House; he is out. Wrote to Sister Clare.
Mass at 7 1/4. At 10 till near 12 with Mr. Condon at the office, 8 Edmund St. Dined at 2 with Mr. Formby and Souter. The others gone to a conference at Oscott. I did not know of it, or perhaps would have gone. Called at the convent at 4. From 6 1/2 till 10 at Mr. Condon's lodging. 87 Little Hampton St.
Called on Mr. Ivers and the Woodwards, and the oratory. Saw Fr. Bowles. Dined at S. Chad's at 1, and took R.W. 3rd class at 1.45 to S. Helens Junction. Saw John Payne at the station at Birmingham. Looked over and learnt papers till 10 1/2.
After dinner called on Mrs. Smith and the Nuns.
Went to S. Edwd's. The Bishop engaged, could not see me. Saw Mr. Kelly at S. Albans to settle about the Mission. Then took bus to Wavertree. Mrs. Latham not come back. Mr. Edwin gave me tea and (116 cont.vi.) took me to Edgehill for the R.W. home at 8 1/2.
One of these days a long letter to Mr. Scoles about Mr. Edward Martin. St. Annes. Nov 16 1856. 4. Levenshulme 3. (117) St. Annes 3. Birmingham 1. Oscott 1. Birm 1. West bromwich 1. Birm 2. Dudley 1. Birm 1. St. Annes 3. Lpool 8. St. Annes 3. Manchester 2. Levenshulme 3. S. Annes 1. Steamer 1. B. Pauls 5. Booterstown 1. B. Pauls 11. Dublin 1. B. Pauls 6. Dublin 1. B. Pauls 1. Dublin *. B. Pauls 1. XVII Sun aft Pent. Nov 16. Sung High Mass at 10 1/2 for B. Paul, Dr. Goss preached. He went away directly after, but I had a few interesting words with him. At 3 1/2 vespers. I preached on the prospects of the Church.
Went to see Cliff who is ill, and make other calls after dinner. Writing letters, a long letter to Mrs. Walker.
Still letters to write, one to Mrs. Manning. After dinner calls again, Mr. Whitaker, Cliff etc.
At 3 1/2 R.W. to Manchester, and at 6.10 to Levenshulme. Gave Benediction there at 7 1/2. Slept at Richardson's.
Mass at 7. From 8 1/2 till 1 conferences, and from 3 till 7 1/2 confessions. Supper with Richardson and Marshall at Mr. Statters. It was his birthday.
Five sisters renewed vows at Mass. Talk with Mr. Brown. Conferences all day. At 5 1/2 Benediction. Supper at Marshall's.
Took bus at Longsight at 9 1/2 to St. Chad's Manchester. Saw Mr. Haughton and Mr. Littleboy. Dined at 1 with Mr. Sheehan. Called in Granby Row, saw Provost Coskell. Back to see Mr. Littleboy at 5, just back from London. R.W. at 6.30 home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII last Sun aft Pent. Nov 23. Said Mass at 6, preached at 11 High Mass (The Gospel), vespers at 6 1/2. I preached on the Epistle.
After dinner conferences with the nuns at Sutton. Visit from Mr. Whitaker at night.
At 8.25 R.W. to Birmingham, dined at the palace. A long interesting talk with the Bishop, and then with Mr. Formby.
At 10 took bus to Erdington, walked on to Oscott (S. Cecily was solemnised), dinner at 2. Depart with music, plays in the old museum. At 9 a long visit to Mr. Phillipps at the lodge. Mr. Debary, Mr. Ryder, Mr. Love etc. there.
Said Mass at 6 1/2 at Erdington. Bkfsted with the Mackeys. Bus to Birm at 9, called on Mr. Condon and found that I could not settle my legal business till next Tuesday, so I wrote letters all the afternoon. (117 cont.i.)
R.W. at 11 to Westbromwich. Dined with Mr. Russell at 2. Visited till 7 1/2 alone, Badger, Gordon, Mrs. Mary Hodson, Bedwards, Silk etc.
Took R.W. at 10.17 from Oldbury station to Dudley. Dined at Fletcher's with him and Mrs. Doyle. No calls. R.W. to Birm at 5. Confessions in cathedral. -------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Adv. Nov 30. Preached at the High Mass. At home writing letters. At 6 1/2 heard Bp preach at vespers.
At 10 R.W. to Dudley. Dined at 2 with Mr. Moore and Hartigan. Went with Mr. Moore visiting at Tipton and Dudley till 8 1/2. Slept at Fletcher's.
Made one or 2 more visits, dined with the priests at 1. R.W. at 3 to Birm.m. Got my money for the Dickinson property £86. Talk to F. Honorius.
Mr. Condon called at 7 to arrange affairs. Said Mass at 9, dined at 1, and at 1.45 took R.W. to St. Annes.
Writing letters and conferences till dinner. After vespers called at the convent and Mrs. Smith.
Talk to F. Honorius (in vain). Mr. wells called on one of these days. After vespers called on Cliff etc.
At 2.10 went with F. Bernardine to Liverpool. Took bus to St. Albans, walked to Wavertree. Dined with Edwin Latham. Bus back to Liverpool. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Adv. Dec 7. Said Mass at 9, opening sermon after Gospel at 11 (S. John Bapt). At 5 1/2 vespers. Sermon on the soul, Benediction, confessions till 10.
Mass at 7. After 9 o'clock Masss med.n on Passion opening. At 7 opening between idolatory and sin. Confessions all day, dinner at 2 1/2.
At 9 1/2 Agony in the Garden. At 7 swearing, cursing, etc., and End of Man (O that we were wise etc.). Fr. Alban came to hear confessions.
At 7 cursing, Faith, Hope and death of the sinner.
At 7 hearing Masss, and Death as a Monitor. Benedic.n as also on Monday.
At 7 Duties of Parents and Gen.l Judgement. (117 cont.ii.)
At 7 lying and venial sin. Confessions all the week without a break. Communion 163 since Sun. --------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Advt. Dec 14. Mass at 7. At 11 1/2 Hell, at 6 1/2 contrition and the mercy of God. Went out to a dying woman at 10. Many confessions.
At 7 confession and small no. of Elect. F. Bernardine dined here on way to Dublin. Wrote to my Brother about Mary Wykes.
At 7 Imitation of J.C., humility and temporal happiness of the Just.
At 7 Prayer (different modes). Temperence; Pledge given.
At 7 Prayer (thanksgiving); zeal for souls (England). F. Honorius came to dine, spoke of leaving the Congregation.
At 10 invested with red scapular. At 7 communion, Death of the Just.
At 7 single discourse and B.V.M. (Dolours). ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv. Dec 21. (57 years old). Mass at 7. At 11 1/2 Paradise. At 6 1/2 Perseverance and Ricordi. Papal Benediction. Confessions all day.
At 9 1/2 first 3 words. At 7 conditions of prayer and communion again. Sanctification of Ireland for England.
At 9 1/2 last 4 words. At 7 love of God, and perfection, especially of Ireland.
At 9 1/2 on th eEucharist as example. Confessions till 2 exactly finished. At 6 took bus to Copperas Hill; at 8 R.W. home.
Sung Mass at midnight, F. Alban preached; 2nd and 3rd Mass at 7. Preached on the Holy Family at 11. At 3rd small Bened.n. Vespers and Benediction 6 1/2.
All day employed in conferences with the Nuns. The Blackbrook ones were at Sutton. In all 8.
Rev. Mother and Mrs. Smith till 11. At 3 1/2 R.W. to Manchester. Slept at Granby Row. Began a letter to F. Gaudentius, and heard confessions for 2 hours for Mr. Crack. (117 cont.iii.)
Mass at convent in Grosvenor street at 7, preached to them. Saw Bp. Turner an hour. Came back to preach in Granby Row at 11 1/2. At 4 1/2 tea at Mr. Bamber's. At 5 1/2 spoke to the Salford Nuns. At 7 preached at S. John's, all on the Holy Family.
R.W. at 8 to Ashton. Dined with Mr. Qualy. Conferences with the nuns. At 3 R.W. to Levenshulme, opened exercises at 7.
Stopping at Charles Marshall's. At 6 1/2 History of the H. Family; at 3 on schools; at 7 on wealth. Good talk with Messr.s ************.
At 6 1/2 virtues of H. Family; 3 zeal for souls. **** Concluding to God's guidance. Benediction. Up at 12 as usual. ==============================================================
Mass at 7 and heard conf.n Browns at 9. Miss Rush at 2. Dined at Marshalls. At 4 R.W. to Manchester. Tea at Mr. Houghtons.
Talk with Rev. Mother at 9. At 4 took R.W. to Liverpool, and at 7 started from Princes Pier Head for Dublin.
In bed from 8 last night till 8 1/2 this morning. Met Sisk. Got to B. Paul's at 10 1/4, said Mass. At 5 talk to F. Vincent. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Mass at 7. I preached at 11 1/4 on the H. Family. Gave Benediction at 4. After F. Leonard preached on Death for the bona mors.
I went to see Mr. Littleboy, 51 Queen Square, then to McSwiney about him. Dined on corned beef at Rogers. ***** to confessions from 4 till 8.
I preached on obedience to calls at 11 1/2. Gave Bened.n. At 7 F. Leonard preached.
Saw Littleboy at 9 1/2, Dr. Cullen at 12. Begged Sackville street etc. Back by 6 1/2.
Conference with Miss Ryan at 9. Begged Marlboro'street and Gt. Brittain St. Lunched at Mrs. Leonard's. At 5 R.W. to Booterstown. Dined at 6 with Surgeon O'Reilly and slept.
Mass at 8 1/2 at Surgeon O'Reilly's. Begged in Booterstown and Black Rock. Saw F. O'Neill. R.W. home at 3 1/2. Dined at 5 with Dr. Newman. Home at 8 1/2.
Called on Mr. Collier. Begged in Marlboro' and Gt. (117 cont.iv.) Brittain St. till 3. Chops and rest at Rogers from 6 till 8 1/2. Coles Lane Market with Mr. Dermott. Car home. ---------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun af Epiph. Jan 11. Mass at 7, no preaching for me. Saw Mrs. O'Neill, Fr. Alphonsus's mother; Archdeacon Hamilton.
F. Vincent went away at 7 1/2. I saw Miss G*****, Mrs. Bennett, Mr. Pilsworth (Uncle). Dined at 5 at White Friars chapel (Dr. Whelan).
Called on Fr. Mahera's, got late to work. Dined at 2 1/2 with Mr. Molloy the butcher. Home at 6 1/2. Poor begging £1-18-6.
Wrote to Mr. Condon; a long talk in passing with Joseph Rogers. Dined with Mrs. Pilsworth and Miss Aungier at 2 1/2; poor begging 3-4-0.
Called on Mr. Dolan, then begged in Capel St. Dined at 3 with Mrs. Murphy.
Took £13 to Mr. Littleboy. Begged L. Ormond Quay etc. Dined at 3 with Mr. and Mrs. Rogers.
Saw Mr. McCarthy. Wrote a letter for the Freeman's Journal at M. Dolan's; dined there. Translate Mrs. Leonard's. Begged Abbey and Ormond markets with Mr. Crenan. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun af Epiph. Jan 18. Preached at 4 on Thanksgiving. Wrote to M. Anastasia, not finished.
Went to breakfast with Peter Aungier. At 12 went to S. Joseph's Asylum, preached in the new chapel. No dinner till night.
Mrs. O'Neill to confession. Dined at 3 with Mr. Leonard, a large party. Tea at 6 1/2 with Mrs. Lynch, Mountjoy Pl 14. A conference with F. Curtis S.J. Slept at Leonard's.
Said Mass at Warren Mount. Talk to Mr. Kelly T.C. Dinner at Mrs. Moloy's.
Went to Mr. Littleboy. At 3 dined with Mrs. Leonard. Begged in Abbey St., N. Liffey St., etc.
Called on Father Maher, McCarthy, O'Neill etc. Invested in the red scapular at St. Joseph's and preached. Begged of Dock men. Tea with Mr. Murphy at 6. Walked to *****.
Mrs. O'Neill rec.d. Talk with Miss Gogerty. Dined with Molloys. Tea with Mr. Lawlor, and begged with him Patrick's market. Walked home. (117 cont.v) III Sun af Epiph. Jan 25. Mass at 8, Mrs. O'Neill communion. Preached at 11 1/4 on S. Paul's conversion. Good talk in recreation.
Good begging. Dined at All Hallows at 4. Tea with the Jesuits coming home.
Went to dine with Mr. Scratton at Kingstown, his brother and Mr. Scott. Came back at 10, slept at Leonard's.
At 6 1/2 to the egg market etc. Mass at George's Hill. Begged Dorset St. Dined at Dr. Newman's, he was absent. Tea with Mrs. O'Neill on way home.
Begged Gardiner Str. Dined with George Payne (Sackville St.) at 5. (Spirit sapping). At 8 with Fr. Curtis till 10; slept at Leonard's.
Mass at 8 at Marlboro' St. Talked at breakfast with John Payne. Gardiner St. again. Dined at Leonard's. Begged in S. Lawrence O'Toole parish.
Begged in Up. Abbey st. etc. Dined in John's Lane at 4, then begged Clarendon market (not good). ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Epiph Feb 1. I went with car and preached at the university at 11 1/2. Dined at S. John's lane at 4 1/2. Preached there at 8 and slept. Talk to Mrs. Payne and Margaret.
Mass at 6 1/2. Candle from the Bishop at 8. Begged Stephen's Green. Dined and preached in John's Lane. John Payne called at 2 till 11 1/2.
Begged about Stephens Green and Lusson St. Dined with Mr. Martin at 5 1/2. At 9 took R.W. to Kingstown. Slept at Scrattons.
Mass at 7 1/2; begged a little in Kingstown. R.W. at 1 1/2 to Dublin. Dined in John's lane and took car home at 6 1/2.
Begged down Grt. Brunswick St. Saw Mrs. Littleboy. At 5 took R.W. to Kingstown. Dined with Mr. Scratton and slept (Jas O'Ferrall, Tra*****, Mr. Errington).
R.W. back at 11. Begged Dunne St. Dined at the White Friars, then begged Grafton Str. Walked home.
Saw Mrs. Bennett, Geo Payne, Miss Aungier (Chop there). Begged Dorset Str. and Castle Market with L. Estranga. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Kingstown 1. B. Paul's 1. Kingstown 1. B. Paul's 1. 12 weeks. (118) B. Paul's. Feb 8 1857. 1. Dublin 2. Kingstown 1. B. Paul's 25. Kingstown 1. B. Paul's 3. Dublin 1. B. Paul's 2. Kingstown 1. B. Paul's 6. Kingstown 2. B. Paul's 1. Ann St., Dublin 3. B. Paul's 1. Ann St. 6. B. Paul's 1. Ann St. 3. B. Paul's 2. Ann St. 1. B. Paul's 1. Ann St. 3. Steamer 1. S. Anne's 1. S. Joseph's 3. Paris 1. R.W. 1. Marseilles 1. Steamer 2. L'Angelo 2. Diligence 1. Mont Ancutara 3. Cornet 3. Diligence 1. SS. John and Paul 4. 13 weeks. Septuag Sun. Feb 8. Said 2 Masses 6 and 7. Walked to dine at John's Lane at 4 1/2. Preached at 8 on thanksgiving. Slept there; wrote for Fr. Leonard.
Begged about Stephen's Green etc. Dined at Leonard's at 3. Begged Eccles St. Then went to a meeting in Cromwell St. Slept at Leonard's.
Mass in Marlboro' St. Begged Fitzwilliam Squ etc. Took R.W. at 5 to Kingstown. Dined with Mr. Grehan's. Slept at Scrattons; talked till 1.
Took R.W. at 9 1/2 to Blackrock; begged it till 5. Dined with Mrs. McCann etc. Took R.W. at 7.10 and walked home.
Begged in Fitzwilliam Squ. At night in Blessington St. Dined with Mr. Molloy. Tea with Mr. O'Gorman. Car home late. Fr. Vincent came.
Walked in with F. Vincent who went to see Dr. Cullen; we called on Mr. Dolan on the way. I dined at 2 1/2 at Mrs. Pilsworth.
Begged in Stephen's Green and Merrion Squ. Saw Sir C. O'Loghlen, Mr. Bryan etc. Dined at White Friars; begged Leinster Market. Tea with Mr. Lawlor. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag Sun. Feb 15. Mass at 7. No preaching. Talk with young man at Brannack's, and Mrs. Payne re mother of John Payne of Oscott.
Begged in Fitzwilliam Squ etc. Saw Scratton. Dined at Leonard's. Begged City Quay with Mr. Dillon; had tea there. Walked home.
Said Mass at 5 1/2; we sung Mattins. F. Vincent sung Mass at 10 1/2; I helped to sing as choir. At 5 1/2 F. Vincent opened the retreat. At 7 the stations are ******* and Benediction.
Rest from begging. At 2 1/2 F. Vincent gave exame on confession. At 5 1/2 medit.n on Venial sin. I heard confessiions.
At 2 1/2 exame on Poverty. At 5 1/2 Death. Fr. Paul M. very ill. Dr. Corrigan sent for. (118 cont.i.)
At 2 1/2 on chastity. At 5 1/2 the General Judgement.
No exame or meditation this afternoon. I had to go in to town to give a letter to Mr. Haverty for the Freeman's Journal. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Qiniqu Sun. Feb 22. I said Mass in the Infirmary at 6. At 2 Fr. Vincent gave Fr. Paul extreme unction. I preached short at 4. At 5 1/2 Heaven.
Sent off to F. Albert a review of his preface written yesterday in F. Paul's room. At 2 1/2 obedience and the 4th. vow. At 5 1/2 the Passion.
Yesterday and today writing a supplement to the act on perfection. At 12 Fr. Rinolfi called and co. At 2 1/2 conclusion of retreat. I did a little begging. Tea and cakes at Mr. Murphy's. Home at 9. F. Paul *******.
Ash Wed. Recd. Ashes at 10 1/2. At 1 went in to beg; came back late.
Begged Grafton St. etc. Dined at Leonard's. At 2 1/2 spoke to Dr. Quinn's boys. No fasting for me.
Began with Fitzwilliam Squ. Dined at 2 1/2 with Molloy. Begged Dominick St. Came home tired.
Begged Castle St., Parliament St., S. side of Thomas St. Dined in John's Lane. Begged in Patrick and Bride St with Mr. Lawlor. Home fresh. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Lent Mar 1. Fr. Paul Mary died at 1. I went with Mr. Egan to Gardiner St to preach for the Poor Clare's orphanage. Presided after at a General meeting of Vincent of Paul's brothers. Home at 4. Started again to Kingstown to dine with Mr. Trevelyan. Preached at 7 1/2. R.W. at 11; walked home by 12.
Office sung and High Mass for Fr. Paul at 5 1/2 by F. Vincent. The body laid out in the chapel. I went at 2 to beg a little. Tea at Mr. Lynch's, Mount Joy Pl.
Begged High St. etc., dined in John's Lane. Then begged on M**** Quay. Home at 8 1/2; the church crowded all day.
At 9 1/2 Office and High Mass by Dr. Meagher and burial of F. Paul by Abp Cullen. 60 priests there. I begged passim. Dined at Leonard's.
Wrote a letter for the Ascension. Said last Mass at J. Hodgens's request. Went to Mr. Scratton and Freeman's (118 cont.ii.) Journal. Begged £2-1-0.
Begged in Thomas St., Corn Exchange. At 2 1/2 dined with Mrs. Pilsworth. Begged Sinnot Place. In all £10.
At 12 1/2 visit to Lord Carlisle. Begged in Thomas St. Dined at 3 with Mr. Lawlor. Begged Merchant's Quay. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun in Lent Mar 8. At 3 1/2 took R.W. to Kingstown. Spoke to the boys in church of Mr. Trelawny's clas. Dined with him, Mr. Salven and Rev. Mr. Burke. Preached at 7 1/2; slept at Trelawny's. Mrs. Duggan brought Miss Robson here at 2.
Saw Miss Strickland at Blackrock. Dined at ***************. Begged Mountjoy Squ and neighbourhood.
Begged Merchant's Quay etc. Dined at Molloy's. My best days begging I think.
Begged Arran Quay etc. Dined at John's Lane. Forgot to meet Mrs. Duggan with Miss Robson in Daualt St.
Long talk with Mrs. Walsh at 10 1/2 Marrion Squ. At 2 long talk with Miss Robson in Dam St. Dined at the Castle at 8. Slept at Leonards.
Mass in John's Lane. At 10 1/2 R.W. to Maynooth with Sir John Astor whom I met yesterday. Came back at 9.40. Walked home by 12.
Miss Robson came at 9 for confession - found she was not baptised. I begged Church St. Dined in John's St. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun in Lent. Mar 15. Walked to Inchicore by 1. They did not expect me till 4, so I went to James St. and preached a charity sermon in place of Mr. Anderdon who was ill and disappointed them. Went back to Inchicore with Fr. Gilligan; dined at 2. Preached at 4. Took car to Westland Row. Preached at Kingstown. Evening at Mrs. Harts.
Slept at Trevelyans and Fr. Petch****ine. Went in to beg, and back to dine with Trevelyan. Preached. R.W. and walked home by 10 1/2.
We sung Mattins and Mass at 11. Benediction at 7. Mrs. Duggan brought Miss Robson to be Baptised after the 9 o'clock Mass. I went at 3 to beg in Rathmining.
I begged the Thomas St., New Row etc. Caught Sir Jas Power; dined in John St.
We sung Mattins. I went to Rathfarnham and saw Mr. Hodgens etc. Begged Rathgar Road. Tea at Mr. Stanley's, (118 cont.iii.) Leinster Squ.
Miss Robson came at 9. I went out after dinner and begged in Rathmines. Tea at Mrs. Trevor's. Home at 8 1/2.
Begged Rathgar Road. Dined at 2 at Mrs. Grattons luncheon. Lady Isabella Chabot etc. Visited Tranquilla. Home at 9 1/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun in Lent Mar 22. Preached at 11 1/2. At home. Took R.W. at 5 to Kingstown. Dined and slept at Trevelyan's. Preached at 7.
Mass at Granite Hall at 8. R.W. to Dublin at 11 1/2; back at 5 1/2. Dined with Scratton; preached at 7 1/2. Slept at Granite Hall.
Mass at 8. Long talk with Mr. Jo O'Ferrall. R.W. at 11 to Dublin. Back at 5 1/2, dined with Scratton. Preached. R.W. at 9, walked home.
Miss Robson's 1st communion at 8. Went in Fr. Leonard's car to Ann St. Begged a little. Preached in Ann St. at 7 1/2. Slept there. Fr. L. went home.
Went begging with Fr. Pat Gilligan from 11 till 4; dined with him. Gave medit.n on the Passion at 7 1/2. Preached at 7 1/2.
Medit.n at 7 1/2. Preached at 11 1/2 and at 7 1/2 with Via Crucis. Begged with Alderman Reynolds and alone very well on Wed. Wrote a letter for the Fran*****.
Medit.n at 7 1/2. No more preaching (Saturday). Went to dine at 2 at Inchicore. Home to Harold's Cross by 9, begging all day. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun Mar 29. Mass at 6. Walked to Rathfarnham. Saw Mrs. Ball. Preached at 12 1/2. Mr. McCrane brought me home. At * walked to Ann St. thro' Rathmines. Preached at 7 1/2.
Med at 7 1/2. Preached at 11 1/2. Out before it to Leonard's etc. At 12 1/2 car to James St., begged, and at 5 dined with Fr. Pat Gilligan. Preached 7 1/2. Saw Mr. O'Connor till 11 1/2.
A cold caught, but preached my 3 times. Wrote letters till 11. Begged egg market at 1. Dined in John's Lane.
Saw Mrs. Bennett etc. before 11. Dined at home, then went thro' Temple St. etc. Tea at Mrs. McDivetts.
After 12 1/2 begged in Smithfield with Mark Byrne; (118 cont.iv.) very wet. Came home, dined, and wrote letters.
Went to McGilligan at 1. Visited Golden Br convent and begged about. Dined with him at 5. Preaching every day at 7 1/2, 11 1/2, and 7 1/2.
Cold rain. Saw Scratton. Begged from Leeson St. Got home to B. Paul's at 9. Fr. Salvian come to help for Holy Week. --------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun. Apr 5. Voice quite cured. Was fetched in a car to preach in Ann St for a collection £11-14. Dined at Leonard's.
At home till 2. Called on Miss Aungier (ill). Dined at 4 with Mrs. Pilsworth. Poor begging.
At 9 took car to Mr. Monahan etc. Mrs. Bennett came. At 2 walked to Chapel's and dined with Mr. Walmsley and Gerard. Home to preach.
Dined with Mr. Molloy, then went begging homewards. We had tenebre at 7. We staid up late and got up at 5.
High Mass by F. Vincent and communion at 10. I went in a car with F. Leonard to Dublin. I begged Smithfield with Mark Byrne. dined at 5 1/2 with F. Leonard and home to Tenebre.
Had my hour at 2. Sung the Passion, then went *****. Gave the 3 hours agony at Ann St. Dined with the priests at 4, the ****** 7 1/4.
Wrote till 1 this morning, and then from 2 till 5 at Father Paul's life, and run to Tourings with it. Celebrated at Ann St. Dined with the priests; walked home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Easter Sun. Ap 12. We sung Mattins, I said Mass at 6. Preached at 12 1/2 in Ann St. Dined at 5 1/2 with Dr. Yar and preached at 7 1/2 in S. Paul's. Saw Miss Aungier.
De Bauneville called and took me to Gardiner St. Preached there at 11. Begged. Dined with Mr. Lynch at 1. Preached at Ann St. on England at 7 1/2; enlisted 120.
Made my way to Harold's Cross at 3. Came back to dine at 5 with Mr. Ormsby. Preached in Ann St. at 7 1/2. Enrolled 150; tot 270.
Took a cab to beg. Met Father Cook; interesting talk. Corrected proof of Fr. Paul's life. Dined in John's Lane. Took R.W. with F. Vincent at 7 and started to Holyhead.
Got to Holyhead at 12 1/2. R.W. to Liverpool at 2. Got to S. Ann's at 7 1/2. After dinner saw Rev. Mother and (118 cont.v.) Mrs. Smith.
At 8.20 R.W. 3rd class to Harrow with F. Vincent. Walked to s. Joseph's. I stopped to tea at Mrs. Hall's.
Walked to London with F. Vincent. Burns, Dr. Errington, my sister. Went by boat to London Br. Passports, visas etc. Dined. Bus to Kilburn, home at 7. -------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Ap 19. Said Mass at 6; preached at 11 1/2. Mrs. Hall, Mrs. Scole, Mr. Hurbert. At 5 Freddy drove me to Stanmore etc. Tea at Mr. Hall's; home at 7.
F. Vincent, Eugene and I said Mass at 4. We went off in a cab at 6 to London Bridge. R.W. at 8 to Newhaven. At 11 Steamer to Dieppe; 5 1/2 dined. At 7 1/2 R.W. to Paris, 12.
Slept at Hotel de Dieppe, Rue d'Amsterdam. Masses at N.D. des Victoires. Car to R.W. to Lyons at 10, but being no 2nd class, we took 3rd clas at 2 1/4. I went and dined with Madame Marzion.
Came to Lyons (Perrache) at 5 1/2. Took 3rd class at 6.10 to Marseilles, 7.10. Dined and slept at Hotel des Etrangers.
Said Masses at the Calvaire and breakfasted there. Sailed in the Pompee Neapolitan Steamer at 9 1/2. Fine day but strong wind; I was not sick.
Came to Genoa at 6 about. At 8 1/2 went on shore, said Mass at the cathedral. Breakfasted at Trattoria near it. At 12 1/2 saw Archbishop, then Sigd. Andreee's. We sailed at 8 1/4.
Leghorn at 8 1/2. Masses at the Dominicans. Breakfast, and dinner at 1 with Mr. Burnside, with whom I saw the Bishop. R.W. at 2 to Lucca with Padre Gaetano, Rector of L'Angelo, whom we met at Leghorn. Called on Conssa Paglicciorsetti, who sent us with a carriage to the bottom of the hill; walked up. --------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Easter Ap 26. Regular Sunday at L'Angelo. Long talk with P. Bernardo before dinner. He gave exame. Common walk on the mountain.
Masses at 2 1/2. P. Gaetano walked with us down the hill. Caritella to Lucca. R.W. at 6 to Pisa; saw the cathedral etc. At 11 dined at Card. Corsis, where I saw Miss French and Miss St. John. at 1 R.W. to Leghorn. At 4 1/2 Diligence to Grosseto. (Vicar at L'Angelo P. Gerardo, F. Dominic's nephew).
At 8 1/2 Masses in the cathedral at Grosseto. (118 cont.vi.) Collazione at Sr. Errica's. At 11 vettura to Orbetello, 4 1/2. Walked to the Presentazione 7 1/4.
Wrote before dinner. At 12 the Rector took us to S. Antonio, L'Annunziata (which I sketched) and to the Novitiate, where there was Benediction.
At 7 went with Fratell Ambrogio to S. Antonio to sketch it. Back to dine. We 3 went to see the Novitiate. Monsgr Molajoni. Master P. Giuseppi Shot*****.
Masses at 2 1/2. At 5 1/2 walked to Orbetello. I stopped to sketch the mountain. At 8 1/2 Vetturino to Corneto Retreat, 5. 2 hours stop at Montalto.
The Rector, P. Sisto went with us to Corneto. Visited the nuns, the Ergastolo and Cssa Breschi, Benefaltrice. Back to dine at 2. After vespers I sketched. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Easter. May 3. S. Joseph. Solemn Mattins. F. Vincent sung Mass. We had solemn vespers, and then common walk. Talk to Fr. Sisto about England.
Masses at 2. At 3 1/2 Caretto to Civita Vecchia. There was no diligence till 7. Stopped at Gulibrini's the Benefactor's place. Dined with him at 1. I finished translating my 2nd. tract into Italian and began with F. Gaudentius's rule. At 7 we started for Rome.
Masses at SS. John and Paul at 6 1/2. House full of Provincial's etc. We slept a good bit. Conferences began at 4 in the Cappellora.
The Capitolari (19) do not rise at night. I said Mass at 4. Capitolo (improperia) morning and evening. Conference with F. Ignatius also about my tractatus.
F. Alphonsus at 5 1/2 with me. sitting in Chapter morning and evening. Mr. Fullerton and Lady Georgiana called at 5 1/2. Assisted at the last of the Triduum. I said Mass at B. Paul's altar. Discourse by Fr. Pius after vespers.
After Prime and Tierce, High Mass by the General served by Provincials etc. Procession to the Capellore to open the Chapter. I saw Fr. Celestine before. The General was reelected, and Te Deum sung before dinner.
Saw Br. Joseph at 5 1/2. The other Superiors General declared before dinner. PP. Pio and Eustizio consultors. P. Simone Procurator. Saw Card. Barnabo in the passage here. SS. John and Paul. May 10 1857. 11. Albano 1. (119)
SS. John and Paul 22. Vettura 1. Steamer 3. Marseilles 1. Lyons 1. R.W. 1. Paris 1. Dieppe Hot. du Ghent 1. S. Jos 3. Brentford 1. S. Jos 3. Broadway 2. Sutton 1. Levenshulme 2. 8 weeks. IV Sun aft East. May 10. Sketching before dinner; none after. I walked in the garden with Canonico Bianchini and B. Patrick
Up at Mattins, and Mass directly after. After dinner saw Brother Felix and Palmer of Magdalene with the Godlschmidts. <INSERTED:> Mr. W. Johnson *******.
At 7 called to a talk with the General about F. Ignatius (Lector). Today (I think) Edwd. Howard came at 11 1/2, staid till 1. Chapter work as usual.
Regular day.
Visited Br. Joseph sick. Correcting F. Dominic's life etc. Went with F. Seraphin to the Bank and the Archbishop of Cambrai (not at home).
Mass in B. Fr. Paul's room. The elections for England and Belgium read out in refectory yesterday. Mr. Wynn from 6 1/2 for 1 1/2 hour in garden.
Mass in the Capellina where F. Paul said his last Mass. Gave Card Barnabo my documents to read ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft East. May 17. No sitting after noon. I tried to work for Fr. Gaudentius translating but visits came, Sir John Acton etc.
Vacanza after noon. Saw Mr. Bache the organist in the Coritto, called by Fr. Alessandro.
The Chapter closed this morning. At 2 went with P. Gioachino to Propaganda. 2 hours talk with Card Barnabo, then S. Maria in Porterulia.
Dined at 10. Went with Fr. Gasparino to the Redemptorists, S. Eusebio, to see Fr. Duffy (out). Then begging. At 3 took carriage to the Minerva with Mr. Bouisse, took up Pere Joseph (Prov.l) at home, and went to Lord Clifford at Albano.
Ascension. We slept at Mr. Bouisses house. Mass at S. Paolo at 6 1/2. Went to see the bridge of La Riccia. Sat with Lord Clifford from 9 till dinner at 1. At 4 got on asses and rode up to Monte Cavi to sleep.
Rode our asses with P. Michele the Vicar to Albano by 1. Saw the Pope's Palace at Castel Gandolfo on the way. Dined at 1 with Lord Clifford and took the carriage home at 4. Got home to supper. F. Eugene very ill this week back, cough and fever. (119 cont.i.)
Went out at 9 with P. Gioachino. Saw Ct. Colloredo, Mgr. Bedini at Propaganda, Seager (had coffee there), Engl. College, the Procurator General of the Teresians (for Warren Mt.) etc. Home at 6. for the Novena Benediction. -------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft East. May 24. Stopped in writing fro F. Gaudentius. A nice talk with Howard during dinner time.
Went out with Fra Mansuete and Pad Passaglia and Perrone at the Roman College, Mr. Palmer (coffee there). Dined at supper time.
Anniversary (25th.) of my ordination. Said Mass at 5 at S. Gregory's, with F. Ignatius. Howard came with cure of Nantes.
Went with Fra Mansuete to the Eng Coll. Said Mass at 7, 25th. annv. of 1st. Mass there. Came home to dinner, and again started directly after with Pad Ludovico to Mrs. Englefield, Ly. Fitzgerald etc. Came home tired.
Went out after dinner with Fr. Alphonsus. Saw Card Barnabo etc.
Went with F. Alphonsus to try the King of Bavaria at 7 1/2. Saw Mr. Comb, Mr. and Mrs. Ramsden, Mrs. Furze etc. Home at 1 1/2.
With Fr. Mansuete hurried to Villa Lanti to say Mass at 7 1/4 to meet Ly. Fitzgerald. Went to S. Peter's. Saw Bp of Nantes very agreeable. Saw the Procurator General of Carmelites in Traspontina etc. Home at 1. Solemn vespers. Busy these days translating the acts of the Chapter. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sunday May 31. High Mass at 8 1/2. Solemn vespers at 2 1/4 by the General. Busy translating the Acts into English.
Went with Br. Mansuete, tried King of Bavaria. Saw Miss Mather, Ramsdens, Miss Simpkinson etc. Home to dine at 2.
General etc. went to the Chapter at St. Angelo. I went with Fra Manuete. Saw the Gen.l of the Jesuits, Pere Roubillon etc. Home at 2.
I went out with Fr. Paolino at 8. Saw Pad Passaglia, Ly. Fitzgerald, Miss Englefield (Philomena) (30 Sc.). Home at 1 1/2. Mr. Tempest at 5.
Went with Fr. Ignatius to say Mass at S. Ignatius's altar at 5 1/2. He left me with Fra Paolino. I saw the Geberal and Pere Roubillon; later L'Abbe Chaillot. Home at 1. Wrote on Ireland for the Propaganda. (119 cont.ii.)
Went with Fra Paolino to the Propaganda at 9. 2 hours heavy talk with Card Barnabo. Home at 1. A long talk in the garden at 4 with Howard and Palmer, then with Mr. Caley and Pope.
Unexpected talk at the Propaganda with Card Barnabo. Ordered me to write regulations for perfection. Came back and worked at it after seeing F. Ignatius, Vincent, Alphonsus, and Celestine off at 4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun June 7. Went with Fr. Adeodato and talked to Fr. Passaglia from 10 1/2 to 11 3/4. Home to dine at 12 1/2. Wrote for the Cardinal.
Went with Fr. Paolino to the Minerva. Saw Dr. Danvir, Pad Modena, Card Barnabo who received my regolamento written yesterday. We got lunch at Miss Claverings at Paolina. Got home at 3 quite tired. Seager came at 6 1/2 till 7 1/2.
Went with Fr. Amadeo to the Minerva. Saw Howard, Ct. Smith, Mr. Beavan at the SS. Apostoli. Finished on the way it M. Chuillot's to write a paper on the pledge. At 1 1/2 Car Barnabo gave me 1/2 an hour.
Went with Fr. Amadeo after dining at 10. Waited from 1 to 3 1/2 at the French Embassy for a ticket of free passage. At last got it and came home. Howard came at 4 and sat in the garden with me a long time. Wolawski the Pole and Fr. Beavan also came.
I went alone to Scala Santa (where I went yesterday morning, and called before 10 on Overbeck with P. Luigi) and sung Mass at 9 1/4 and dined. Heard of Father Luigi being Rector of S. Eustizio. Came home to Solemn Vespers, then went with Frat Amadeo and had 1 1/2 hour with Passaglia.
Said Mass at 5 in S. Ignatius's room, served by Frat Amadeo. Breakfasted with the General at 7 1/4. Having called on Wolawski, saw Howard, Ct. Poniatowski, Mr. Randon, Miss Mather, Card Barnabo to take leave (all happily). Home to dine at 2 1/2. Howard after supper.
Mass in B. Paul's room. Went with Fr. Amadeo at 7 1/2, saw Howard, Fr. Modena, and had a finishing talk with Fr. Passaglia. Home to dine at 12. At 3 started with Fr. Eugene, Br. Patrick and Joseph in a carriage to our Vettura, where we were all four inside. We got supper at Paly at 10. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Pent. June 14. Got to Civita Vechia at 6. Said Mass at the cathedral. Dined at Guli**i's at 12. Fr. Valentine joined us, and we embarked in the Merovae French steamer at 2. At 4 1/2 set off for Leghorn; slept on mattresses on the cabin (119 cont.iii.) floor. Supper at 7.
Staid on board all day. Dejeuner at 10. Supper at 6, after starting at 5 for Genoa. We had beds now. I wrote a tractatus *************.
At 4 woke and found ourselves in Genoa harbour. Started at 2 for Marseilles. Some wind was up, and I eat no supper.
Reached Marseilles at 11. Fr. Valentine left us. We 4 put up at l'Hotel d'Italie. I said Mass at 12 3/4 at the Jesuits, Mission de France. Went then with B. Patrick to see the Bp. Dined at the Hotel at 6. Went with B. Joseph to call on Miss Nicholls.
Masses at 5 at the Jesuits. R.W. at 7.40 to Lyons, Hotel de Geneve. Coffee and to bed.
Father Eugene did not go out, unwell. I went with B. Patrick to find the Marists, then we came home and took Br. Joseph. Mass at 6. Breakfast. R.W. at 10.10 to Paris, 4 1/2. F. Eugene 2nd class, we 3rd class. We thought of sleeping at Tonnerr***, but went on.
Reached Paris at 4.15, Hotel de Fenelon. I went with B. Joseph to the Marists. Mass at 8 and breakfast. Then took B. Patrick out. Saw M. Choiselut, Pere Gagarca, Rucdes Poster S.J. Irish Coll (luncheon). Walked to the Gare de l'Ouest and took bus back. Went to dine with Mr. Marzion, 17 Rue N.D. des Champs. Home in thunder shower. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 21. Could not say Mass at S. Sulpice, so went with Br. Joseph to N.D. de bon secour. **** on to M. Marzion. Breakfasted with him. At 10 1/2 took cab and went to R.W. 12 to Dieppe, 6. Dined at the Geant. Went out with B. Patrick. Met 2 MM. F. Francois and saw M. Parmentier.
Mass at S. Jacques at 5. At 7 1/2 Steamer to Newhaven, beautiful passage. At 2.50 R.W. to London. Cab to S. Joseph's, 7 1/2.
At home all day. Wrote to Dr. Ullathorne, Rev. Mother Prout, Mrs. Manning, Mrs. Walker etc. F. Bernardine came yesterday.
Walked round the Hyde after vespers with Fr. Provincial. Saw the Hartings, Halls, children etc.
F. Bernardine took the 5 students to S. Anne's. I walked with them to Kilburn, talking to Fr. Alphonsus. Called at the Cardinal's. Saw Dr. Errington and Wil.m Leigh. Saw my brother and family all together at 2 1/2. At 3 1/2 took bus to Brentford. Dined with Mr. Walker at Russell Cottage, Windmill (119 cont.iv.) Road. He went with me to Isleworth to see Mrs. Wilkinson; home at 9.
Mass at Brentford at 6. Mr. Tunstall to breakfast. Talk with Mrs. Walker; dined at 1. Talk to Blanche. R.W. at 3.18 to Waterloo. Saw Mr. Leech in White X St. prison. Took bus to Kilburn. Walked home by 8. Read German N. Testament.
Went at 4 by desire to the work house Edgeware, to se some Irish women. Saw Mr. Hall coming back. Fr. Albert gone to Belgium. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Pent. June 28. I preached at 11 1/2; catechised at 3 1/2. Went to the village, preached and gave Benediction at 7. Home at 9.
SS. Peter and Paul. Fr. Provincial and I sung Mattins alone. I walked to Kilburn, took bus to Burns's. Went to White Cross Street. Saw Mr. Leech and the lawyer Mr. Drew, then to Mr. Green, Little Newport St. Dined there. Missed going to lunch at my Brother's as intended. Found Fr. Prov.l at Mr. Ross's, and with him took R.W. at 5 1/2 to Evesham, 9. Walked to Broadway by 11 1/2.
Fr. Prov and Fr. Raphael went away. I intended to go at 3 after inducting F. Bernard as Rector, but violent thunder and rain came, and I had to stop. There was recreation cakes etc., with the novices.
Mass at 3 1/2. At 1/4 5 walked to Evesham. Took R.W. 7 1/4 to W.Hampton and thence to Edge Hill 12 1/4. Went to dine at Wavertre with Mrs. Latham and Mrs. Hall. Then at 3 1/2 R.W. to S. Anne's. The house was so full I had to sleep at Mr. Smith's.
R.W. at 7 1/4 to Manchester. Mr. Croshell sent me to S. Patrick's to see the Bp. Then I tried him at home in vain, and at 3.25 took R.W. to Levenshulme. Lodged at Richardson's new house, Alma Park. Mrs. R. gone to Rhyll.
The Bp. came to the convent to examine accounts. Richardson went to Rhyll. I had tea at his house, and wrote after.
Confessions all day. The nuns are all here almost; about 19. 3 American postulants. (120) Levenshulme July 5 1857. 7. Manchester 2. R.W. and Steamer 1. B. Paul's 11. Mullingar 1. Longford 1. Roscommon 1. Castlerea 1. Boyle 2. Sligo 6. Ballina 9. Castlebar 3. Ballinrobe 1. Westport 2. Tuam 1. R.W. 1. Mullingar 1. B. Paul's 1. Kingstown 3. B. Paul's 1. Govey 7. 9 weeks. V Sun aft Pent. July 5. Said two Masses in the chapel at 8 1/2 and 11, and preached at 11 1/2. Rosary and Benediction at 3 1/2; not many conferences.
Conferences with 6 postulants before dinner; with 4 others after.
Long talk with Rev. Mother till 11; with two or three more after dinner. Sister Magdalene, Sr. Francis etc.
Went to Manchester. Read my documents to the Bp., Mr. Benoit and De Blanc at 10. Dined there at 2. Back at 4 1/2. Richardson back from Rhyl!
Went again to Manchester and saw the Bp. at 10 about the nuns. Back at 11.15. Dined with Josephine; some conferences.
Richardson went to Rhyl. I went thro' all the confessions today the 2nd time. Rather tired and weak chested.
Conferences with Rev. Mother etc. After dinner went to Manchester to Mr. Stephen, 1 Green St., Oak St. Walked to see the chapel. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft Pent. July 12. Mass at 8. Preached at 11 1/2 before Dr. Turner, and at 7. Dr. Turner and 10 more at dinner; 20 at supper. Talk with Mr. Noble (surgeon).
R.W. at 6.30 to Sutton. Mass there; saw S. Zitta and S. Cecilia. Read my tracts to 4 students. R.W. at 7 to Liverpool. At 9.10 boat to Birkenhead for Holyhead.
Kingstown at 5 1/2, beautiful passage. B. Paul's at 7 1/2; Mass. After dinner went to make some calls in Dublin, back at 5. I dined with Mr. Murphy at 1., then finished at home at 5 1/2. Ricreazione dinner.
Saw Miss Robson at 7 1/2. Took R.W. at 10 to Dundrum. Begged about the country. Dined with Miss Corballis. R.W. home at 6.45.
R.W. 10 to Bray. Mr. Trevor the curate took me up and drove me about the country. Saw Lady Meath etc. Dined with him and his mother. R.W. home at 6.15.
Westland Row R.W. to Dalkey at 9. Mr. O'Reilly chaplain of the nuns went about with me. Dined with him and mother. R.W. home at 7.43. (120 cont.i.)
Westland Row R.W. to Booterstown at 10. Begged about. Dined with Surgeon O'Reilly at 6 1/2. R.W. home at 8 1/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun aft Pent. At home. Mass at 7. Preached at 7 and gave Benediction. At 4 read over my paper to the Provincial in the garden.
Mass at 5. R.W. at 7.30 from Westland Row to Dalkey. Another long day with Mr. O'Reilly. R.W. home at 7.43 with Father Crane.
R.W. at 8 to Dundrum. Talk to Sr. Rob.t Kane. Some dinner at Mrs. Whelan's Holy well. R.W. home at 4.30. Talk to Fr. Provincial.
Talk to Fr. Prov.l who goes tonight. Took bus at 10 1/2 to Clontarf. Begged about till 8. No dinner; twice tea. Bus to Dublin; home at 9 1/2.
Out at 9. Called in Warren Mount. At 12 1/2 R.W. to Blackrock for the Police. R.W. back at 3. Dined at 4 1/2, John's Lane to meet the Bp. of Marseilles, Dr. Aubert etc. Home at 8 1/2.
Wrote a letter for Freeman's Journal. At 1 went thro' Gardiner St. etc. Tea with Mrs. Pilsworth. At 8 corrected the proof of my letter at the office. Bus to Rathmines. Saw Mr. Dolan and Collier. Home at 10.
Talk to F. Vincent after Mattins. Miss Robson just returned from England from 5 3/4 till 7 3/4. Started at 3 and took R.W. at 4 to Mullingar 5.45. The Bp. was away, but I got on with the clergy and slept at the Bp's house. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun aft Pent. July 26. Said Mass and preached a 1/4 at the convent. Preached at the cathedral at 10 1/2 till 11. At 12.50 R.W. to Longford, dined with Dr. Kildufff and curates. He would not allow begging so I went to bed at the Post Office at 8 1/2 to start tomorrow.
At 2 1/4 off with Post car to Roscommon, 5 1/2. Dr. Phillipps P.P. away. Mr. McDermott and Bambrick received me. I said Mass at 7 1/2 and gave notice of begging and sermon. Messrs. McDonnell and Banham went round with me begging. Dined at 5 with Mr. McDonnell and the curates. At 7 I preached an hour. Tea at the curates; slept at the Victoria Hotel.
Mass at convent of Mercy; preached 20 min. Long talk with Rev. Mother (Harnett). At 1 took car to Castlerea, the P.P. gone to the water. I found Fr. Kenalty the curate. I dined at Carson's Hotel and took a car to the O'Connor Don and others in the country. Slept at Hotel. (120 cont.ii.)
Said Mass at 8 and preached. Miss Egan took me about begging. I dined at Carson's and took car to Boyle. The P.P. Dr. McTucker gone to the water. I lodged in his house with his mother and sister. Curate at home Fr. Kelly
Said Mass and preached at 8. Begged with Mich.l Leonard the Clerk. Dined at 4 with Mr. Kelly. Preached at 8; collection after.
At 4.40 took coach outside to Sligo. Found the Bp. Gillooly at the Ursuline convent, and party of priests. Mass there. At 3 got two hours good begging with Fr. Healy. At 5 dined with the Bp. and large party of priests.
I sleep at the Hibernia Hotel! Mass at 8. Breakfast with Fr. Boyle, administrator, and dined there at 5 1/2. Begged with Johnny Duggan till 8. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun aft Pent. Aug 2.Mass and preached at the Sisters of Mercy at 8. Heard the Bp. preach at 12 1/2. Gave Benediction at the same convent at 4, and preached again. Dined with the Bp. at 5 1/2 and preached in the chapel at 8.
Mass at the convent; no preaching. At 11 took car to Ros's point and begged there. Back to dine with Father Quinn. The Bp. then took me a drive to see Mr. Irwin, whom I had already seen. This led to my first good talk with him.
Mass at Sisters of Mercy at 7. Long talk with Rev Mother (Jones). At 11 High Mass by Fr. O'Boyle at the new Dominican church. Fr. Burke preached (see Sep 24 1851). I begged alone till 5. dined at the Dominicans with Bp and many priests at 5 1/2.
Went in a car with Duggan to Culleena more a curious watering place for the poor. I preached first to the nuns. Came home at 8 1/2 and went out to Mr. O'Connor who gave me tea and an interesting talk.
Mass at convent. Went to the A******* and Union. At 2 took car to Ballina. Found Fr. Dolan who took me to the convent and I opened the retreat.
Called on Bp. Feeny at 10. Begged 2 hours with Mr. Melville, a Maynooth student. ** Nich Murphy. At 2 1/2 riforma on perfection. At 5 dined with the Bishop. Back at 7. Med.n General Judgement. Lodged at Flynn's Hotel.
From 12 till 2 1/2 begged with N. Murphy. 2 1/2 Poverty. 7 Hell. Heard all the confessions; 10 professed, 6 novices. (120 cont.iii.) X Sun aft Pent. Aug 9. 6 1/2 Caiphas etc. Preached at the cathedral at 12 1/2. 2 1/2 chastity. Conferences from 5 to 7. At 7 humility.
Dr. Nolan turned out with me, but did little good. At 2 1/2 obedience. Dined with Bp at 5. At 7 Thanksgiving.
Took car to Enniscrone; dined at 4 1/2 with Mr. McHugh. Back for 7, zeal for souls.
It was fair day; country people very hard.
At 11 1/2 took a car to Killala where Mr. Finerty the schoolmaster and Madden went round with me begging. Went on to Ballycastle where the Bishop was with 15 priests. Dined with Mr. McNamara P.P. After dinner a fine collection. Begged Ballycastle village with Fr. Timlin. Came back with 3 priests at 10 1/2. My best day £10-7-0.
Went thro' all the confessions. No begging.
At 12 1/2 preached in the cathedral and had the collection. At 2 1/2 Bianconi to Castlebar. Dined at 7 with Ld. Lucan. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XI Sun aft Pent. Aug 16. Mass at 7 1/2 at Sisters of Mercy. Walked with Ld. Lucan over the farm. At 12 1/2 preached in the chapel. At 5 spoke to the nuns. Dined at 7.
Preached to the nuns at 6 3/4. After breakfast dined with Fr. Cahill, then with the Clerk. Dined at 6 1/2. Preached at 8 1/2.
Preached and Mass as yesterday. Begged. Dined with Ld. Lucan at 2 1/2. At 5 Mr. Sheridan drove me to Ballinrobe to Fr. Conway's.
Said Mass at 8 and preached; a small congregation. Begged with Mr. Henigan. Lunched at Fr. Conway's at 2 1/2. At 3 Miss Sheridan took me to Westport. Got there at 6 1/2 and preached directly. Stopped at Dean Burke's.
Mass at Sisters of Mercy; begged with Mr. Corrigan. Dined at 5, preached at 7.
Preached to the nuns at 6 1/2 and Mass. Finished the begging with Mr. Corrigan. Wrote letters, and at 4 took coach outside to Tuam. Slept at Daly's Hotel. (120 cont.iv.)
Mass at the Sisters of Mercy at 6. Heard Archbishop's Mass at 7. Breakfasted with the priests. Long talk to his Grace. Talk and lecture at the Sisters of Mercy. Dined at the College with the Archbishop and priests at 5. At 9 1/2 coach to Athenry. R.W. to Mullingar 3.12. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 23. Stopped 3 hours at station. At 6 1/2 Mass at Presentation convent. Preached after 10 and 12 Masses. Dined at 5 and slept at Bishop's House.
Mass at convent. Fr. Moran warned me off but I stopped and begged alone; my best day. Dined at 4 with the priests. R.W. at 8.7 to Dublin. Walked home with bags by 11 1/2.
Talk with Miss Robson. Wrote letters. Josephine Leech died Aug 8. At 5 1/2 R.W. to Kingstown, slept on the floor at Mr. McCreedy's.
Mass at the Dominican convent, where at 7 I spoke to the girls. I begged all day. Dined at 5 with Mr. McCreedy. Tea at Miss Kelly's who begged for me of her lodgers. Rev Mr. Marzion was one of them.
Mass as yesterday. Another long day begging. Dined at 5, Mr. York of Longford there.
Mass at the Sisters of Mercy. R.W. at 12 to Dublin. dined at Leonard's. Bus home by 3 1/2.
At 11 1/2 car to station. At 12 R.W. to Wicklow. Van to Gorey. Put up at Father Levy's P.P. He is out. Long talk with Mrs. Sweetman Rev Mother. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 30. Mass and preached at 8. Preached again at 12. At 5 1/2 went with Fr. Sinnott to Ramsfort, gave Benediction. Dined at 7 1/2. Came back to open the retreat at *.
Confessions all day.
Confessions finished. Miss Hennen follows the Retreat.
Miss Adams came with Mrs. R***.
Pilate and scourging. 10 Obedience. 3 Sickness. 1/4 6 Zeal for souls. (120 cont.v.)
6 1/2 Crowning with thorns. 10 Sanctification of Ireland. 3 Prayer. 1/4 6 Prayer.
Miss Hennen gone tonight. Gorey Sep 6 1857. 5. Wexford 2. (121)
Barntown 1. Rocklands 2. Ballytory 1. Ballytrent 1. Rocklands 2. Kilmore 4. Ballynitty 4. Ballygillane 2. Taghona 1. Ballymitty 2. Harristown 1. Carrig 1. Arthurstown 1. Taghmon 4. Ballynurne 2. Rocklands 1. Ballytory 2. XIV Sun af Pent. Sep 6. 6 1/2 first 3 words. 10 Religious Observance. 12 preached in church (Quarite etc.). 3 communion. 1/4 6 death of the just.
Last 4 words. 10 Eucharist (as an example). 3 Love of God. 1/4 6 Paradise. Confessions thro'. Mr. Rom and Sir Ja Harrington came.
Sacrt. Fr. Lacy took me to a confirmation at Ballygarrett. Home at 3 with Dr. Furlong, Bishop.
Mass at the convent at 7. At 11 beged till 3 1/2. Dined at Fr. Lacy. Tea at convent.
Went to say Mass at Ramsfort. Mr. Ram drove me back just in time to go on the coach at 1 to Wexford. Dined at the Presentation convent. I slept at McDonnell's Hotel.
Mass at Presentation convent. At 9 to Castlebridge by coach. Bick directly with Fr. Murphy in his car. Took a car from McDonnell and went to Barntown, Johnstown, Piercystown, Tagoat, Lady's Island etc. Home at 8 1/2. Got something to eat in 3 places.
Mass at Sisters of Mercy. Took car to Taghmon and begged; dined at Mrs. Rayner's. Went to lodge at Rocklands, M. Jq. Devereux. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 13. Mass at Sis of Mercy. Preached at 9 1/2. Preached in parish church at 12 1/2; wrote to Phillipps there. Dined in the Friars at 4. Home at 6 at Rocklands.
After Masses went begging thro' Wexford. Dined at 3 with the Franciscans. Home at 8 1/2.
At 8 attended a profession at the Sisters of Mercy, then begged. Home at 5 to dine; out again after.
Went with Mr. Devereux's car to Castle Bridge. Begged the vilage and the country with old Nic Murphy. Home to dine at 5.
Went in the car with Fr. John Devereux to Lady Island; saw Father Walsh, Mrs. B. Devereux, Mr. Talbot (Ballytrent). Home to dine at 5 1/2.
Took the car to Ballymourne. Fr. Kenney out. I called on Fr. Roche; home to dine at 5. Mr. Hatchel County Number there. (121 cont.i.)
Begged in Wexford, only rich people. At 6 went with car to Dean Murphy's at Barntown. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI. Said Mass and preached at Barntown at 8. Then went by car to preach at 12 at Glyn. Fr. Foley brought me back to dine with the Dean. Home at 10 1/2.
Took a car from McDonnell's and went about Castle Bridge parish with Nic Murphy. Home to dine late at 6 1/2. Mr. Meagher came.
Walked in to Wexford and took car as yesterday to Bally tory, Mrs. Codd's. She sent me in one to beg till night. Father Nayler of Freres was there to sleep.
Mass at Ballytory. Went thro' Tagoat Parish in Mrs. Codd's car with John Meyler. Came to dine at Bally trent at 6.
Mr. Talbot sent me with W. Corish in a car to Wexford, begging in Tagoat on the way. The Bp and a large party to dine at Rocklands.
Went over part of Castle Bridge Parish with Fr. Cullen and the Friars car. Then called on Dean Murphy for 2 hours talk; home at 9.
Went into Wexford with Mr. Devereux's car at 8 1/2. At 3 took car to Kilmore (Rev. Ph. Mayler) Wrote a letter for the Freeman. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 27. Said Mass and preached at 8. Preached 2ndo at 10 1/2. Collected about £20. We dined at 4 1/2.
Went with Fr. Mayler to an office at Rathangan, then took Jas Keating's car and drove begging. Home at 9.
Keating came at 9, and I took another drive thro' Rathangan Par. Home at 7. Fr. Doyles O.S.F. here.
Rain till 11. Then went with Keating to finish Rathangan and come to Ballynitty, Fr. Corish to sleep.
I went out rather late with Carty's car. We went to Ballygillane to see Fr Barden. Home late.
Went again with Carty over a deal of ground. Lunch at Mr. Sheridan's. Home at 7.
A good deal of rain, but kept out with Carty from 10 till late. (121 cont.ii.) XVIII. Oct 4. Said Mass at 7 1/4 and preached; again preached at 11. Then James Kehoe drove me to Tinton; preached at 2 1/2. Dined at F. Barden's and slept.
Mass at 6. Fr. Barden's car to Ballyrack. Took Jas White's car there and begged Fr. Mitton's parish. Home at 8.
Went with F. Barden's car to Taghenon. Mrs. Reanor found me a car to drive about. Dined at 7 and slept there.
Violent rains. Stopped in writing for the Freeman till 4. Dined at 1. At 5 went with car to Ballynitty.
Went out with Carty to Bannow. The men were all gathering sea weed after the storm, so I did not get on at the best rate.
Went with Carty over the remainder of Rathangan liberty. Came home at 7 1/2 to Harristown to dine and sleep Mr. Thom Mayler.
Said Mass at Ballynitty. Begged about Bannow and Cullinstown with Carty. Slept at Father Sheridan's (Carrig). -------------------------------------------------------------- XIX. Oct 11. Said Mass and preached at 8 1/2; confessions before. Mr. Mayler gave me a car to Ramsgrange; preached there at 2 1/2. Dined with Fr. Geo Murphy.
Mass in oratory at Fr. Murphy's. Jemmy Chiste took me to Father Mitton's and about the Parish. Home to Fr. Murphy's at 7.
J. White took me about the Hook till at Fathard, I got another car to Taghmon after a good day's work.
Went with Th. Carty about Clongeen; home at 9 to dine at Mrs. Rainor's. Called at Mr. Leigh's very late.
With Carty over Taghmore Parish. Home at 7; beautiful day.
Do. Do. - not so fine a day. Carty this morning at Communion.
At home all morning to get coat mended etc. At 1 1/2 started with Carty to Ballymourne. Slept at Fr. Kenney's. -------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 18. Went with Fr. Kenney's car to Co*****big. Said Mass at 8 and preached. Came back to preach at Ballymourne at 11. 5 or 6 priests to dine. (121 cont.iii.)
Rain till 2; long talking with Fr. Kenny. His car took me to Rocklands to dine at 5.
Took a car of McDonnell's to Ballymore; begged about that liberty and got to sleep at Ballytory.
Went about Ballymore with Mrs. Codd's pony and car, home at 6. Long talk with Mrs. Codd, and one with Biddy Caidup.
Went thro' the rest of Ballymore and Maglass with Mrs. Codd's car. Got to Rocklands at 7.
Walked in to Wexford, saw Mrs. Main ol. Lucy Worley. At 2 took coach to Taghmore. Dined with Jas Rainor at 6. Long talk after.
Redin Carty came at 1 but was sent away. I wrote letters etc. Long talk at night with Margaret Rainor. -------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun aft Pent. Oct 25. Went in the Paheton to Clongeen; said Mass and preached at 8. Preached again at 11 1/2. Home to preach at Taghmore at 3. Dined with Fr. Brennan.
Gave pledge after Mass. Jas Rainor conf.n. At 12 1/2 started to Wexford, calling on Dean Murphy and Mr. Jeffares. Dined at the convent at 3. ***** me to Rocklands ******* and back to preach at 7 on temperance, gave the pledge. Slept at the convent.
Breakfasted with F. Roche who took me in his car to Blackwater, Fr. Moran's for an office. At 2 Fr. Moran went on to Litter. Dined at 5 with Fr. Sinnott.
Fr. Sinnott sent me in his car round the Parish with Th. Kavanagh his man. Dined at 3 1/2 and out again till 6 when I preached.
I went with the car at 1/4 10 to meet the coach, on which I reached Wicklow at 4, and took R.W. to Dublin. Home at B. Paul's at 5 1/2.
Went to see Mr. Dolan at 9 to know the state of our affairs here. Back to dinner. Wrote to Marg.t Kinahan etc. Began reading Gury.
At home reading and writing, waiting for confessions, but none came to me. Mr. Bahn called. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun aft Pent. Nov 1. I sung Mattins as Hebdomadarius. Preached at 11 1/2, then began the 40 ore. Miss Robson a talk at 4.
I sung High Mass at 10 1/2 in the side chapel. 2nd. (121 cont.iv.) talk with Mr. Bahn. Wrote for him. Exposition all day; up at 3 till 4 to watch.
At 10 1/2 H. Mass by F. Vincent. Fine music as Sunday. 1st. talk with Mrs. Donnally.
At 10 1/2 H. Mass, Requiem for All Souls. Called at Mr. Kavanagh's at breakfast time.
Called on Miss Robson and Bessy Massey at 9. At 10 office and Mass de Req** An***. At 1 walk with 5 to Tallaght. Saw Fr. Burke. Home at 6.
Mr. Bahn at 8 1/2. Office and Mass at 10 again.
Saw Bessy Massey alone and Miss Bergin at Mrs. Kavanagh. The Provincial came. I heard confessions 2 hours. -------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun aft Pent. Nov 8. F. Ignatius (Prov.l) preached at 11 1/2. I preached at 4 on Temperance and gave the pledge; 34 enrolled themselves after.
Wrote to Mr. Leech and Mr. Burns about him. Conference with Mr. Bahn at Kavanagh's at 3.
Went with Fr. Osmund to see Miss Robson ill.
A long conference with the Provincial.
After dinner went with Fr. Prov into Dublin to booksellers, Mrs. Leonard etc. Gave the pledge at 7 before the Triduum Benediction.
Went at 9 1/2 to Miss Robson and Miss Massey. Then to Mr. Scratton. Saw Fr. Suffield. R.W. to Blackrock, saw Mrs. Gunning etc. Mr. O'Neill. Home to Benediction.
Took car to Bradstone, then R.W. to Mullingar. 1 o'clock at Dr. Cantrall's. Wrote to Sr. Philomena and Ld. Lucan. Dined at 4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun aft Pent. Nov 15. Mass at convent at 7 1/2. Went with the Bp to Collinstown. Preached at 12 1/2. Drove back to dine at Mullingar. At 7.40 R.W. to Dublin; walked home by 11 1/2.
Bd. Paul. Dr. Cullen said Mass at 8. Dr. Whelan pontificated at 11. Fr. Anderdon preached. I went to see Bessy ill at 2. We dined in the choir at 4. Dinner paid for by Miss Barry. At 7 Canon Grimley preached, and Dr. Whelan gave Benediction.
I begged Francis Str. Called on M. Dolan at 9 1/2. Home to dine at supper time. Saw Dean Petenham, Dr. Ne**man etc. (121 cont.v.)
I called on Bessey Massey. Begged Meath St. till 4 1/2. Dined in John's lane, then begged the Coombe. Home at 8 1/2.
Saw Bessey Massey again, better. Begged Fleet Str. Dined with the White Friars. Home at 7 very tired and not well.
At home till dinner. Saw Bp. Power. Begged a little about Heyterbury Terr. Home at 6 very tired.
Mattins sung. At home all day to rest. Interesting talk with Miss Robson. Wrote to F. Bernard. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun aft Pent. Nov 22. I walked in to preach at 12 1/2 in Francis St. Had a little collection. Dined at 11 before. Home at 2 1/2.
Begged in Merrion Row etc. Dined at Leonard's. Mr. Kavanagh brought me home. 3 of the Fathers at Milltown. Fr. Osmund unwell.
Called in Warren Mt. Begged in James St. etc. Dined with Fr. Kennedy; tea at Mr. Plunkett's. Home at 8.
Miss Prout and Sr. Catherine arrived. I found them a lodging in Dorset St. Begged N. King St in part. Dined with Molloy's; tea with Capn. Dys.
Out later; begged the rest of N. King Str. No dinner; tea at Lawlors. Pad Albino came from America.
Saw Mother M. Vincent and M. Anastasia in Baggott Str. And M. Mary Joseph Prout at Miss Nolan's. Begged a little.
Dined at home. Then begged Fight St and Barrack St late. Home at 7 1/2; a cold caught. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Adv. Nov 29. I preached at 11 1/2 at home. Went to give Benediction at 2 and preach at Warren Mount. Gave Benediction at home at 4.
At home all day with influenza. Wrote to Mad.me Corne, Ld. Stourton etc.
At home again. Wrote to Sister Agnes Xavier. Tonight feet in hot water.
Got up to say Mass at 7; then to bed again all day. Read a good bit in bed.
Mass at 7. Sat all day by the fire. Began writing on Temperance. (121 cont.vi.)
Do. Got thro' little work. Influenza better, but very weak.
Better, but I still kept at home. F. Leonard set off for France to give a retreat.
Taghmore 3. Wexford 1. Litter 2. B. Paul's 16. Mullingar 1. B. Paul's 20. 13 weeks. (122) B. Paul's Dec 6 1857. 27. R.W. 1. S. Anne's 2. Levenshulme 3. S. Joseph's 2. Bermondsay 23. S. Jos 1. Bank **** 1. S. Jos 2. Levenshulme 3. S. Anne's 8. R.W. and Steamer 1. B. Paul's 1. Kil*** 17. B. Paul's 1. Steamer and R.W. 1. S. Anne's 1. Manchester 1. Hartlepool 8. 15 weeks. II Sun of Adv. Dec 6. Preached at 4 on reading the SS. Getting better.
A storm day and so I kept at home preparing a little book on the Rosaries for Br. Seraphin.
Went with the Prov.l after dinner to Duffy's about printing the book etc. Preached at 7 before Benediction.
Begged Exchange St., Cook St. etc. Dined in John's Lane at 4 1/2. Home at 7, perfectly well.
Begged Richmond St and Camden St. Dined at 5 with White Friars, Aungier St. Home at 7.
Begged Clanbrasil St etc. Stopped 1 1/2 hours at Duffy's preparing the book on the rosaries for printing. Dined at 4 in John's Lane.
Begged Clanbrasil St and Mary's Lane. Dined at Leonard's. A long talk with Fr. Osmund till 10 o'clock. ---------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Advent. Dec 13. Good talk with the 2 Gaudentian Nuns who go tomorrow to Borris O'Kane. I preached at 4 on the state of the H. Family.
Begged Harold's Cross, Boot Lane etc. Dined at 3 with *r**an the butcher in Boot Lane. Home at 8 1/2.
Begged in Harolds X, Angelsea St, Crow St. Dined at Molloy's, Grt. Britain St. Home late.
Begged agout Heytesbury Terr. Came in to dine in John's Lane. Then some good begging in the Coombe with Mr. Wooley and another.
A talk with Mrs. Thompson (Harold's X). Begged N. Kevin St etc. Dined at the White Friars. Begged Camden St. Home.
Stopped at home. Translated a sermon for Fr. Provincial.
At home; my day for silence. Wrote to Miss Prout; corrected the proofs for the book on Rosaries. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Advent. Dec 20. Preached at 11 1/2. Heard Fr. Provincial preach at 4 and gave Benediction. O'Grady came at night. (122 cont.i.)
Called on old Molloy, Miss Nolan etc. Dined at 5 with Mrs. Pilsworth. Tea with Mr. Scully and Mrs. Ryne. Home at 9 1/2.
Begged in various quarters. A talk with O'Grady at Brannacks. Dined with the Franciscans, Merchant's Quay.
Wrote to my brother about going to Althorp. Begged Charlemont St etc. Dined in John's Lane; tea with Mr. Kavanagh on the Green. Home at 8.
Called on Mr. Seery and his daughter Mrs. Lennon to make peace. Begged in Thomas St etc. Dined in John's Lane. Again Thomas St. Fri Xmas day. I preached at Midnight Mass. Said Mass at 6 and 6 1/2. Provincial sung midnight Mass. F. Vincent last at 11. F. Leonard preached.
I called on Mr. Colier. Begged Peter St., Stephen St etc. Dined at Leonard's; tea with Mr. Boland. Home at 8. Fr. Vincent went to Birr. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct. Dec 27. I preached at 11 1/2 on charity from 1 Jo. Stopped at home, translated some of a sermon for F. Prov.
Went out after dinner. Begged a little in James Parish etc. Tea with Miss Ryans, Gardiner St 50. Home at 10.30.
At home till dinner. Went to beg in Cork Str, till at 4 o'clock I met the intelligence of my brother's death. Called at Mr. Piercy to put off going to tea with him, and home at 1/4 7.
A letter from my sister in black!. I went in to town and talked to Mr. Seery. After dinner called on Mrs. Pilsworth, out.
Walked in to preach in Merchant's Quay at 12 1/2. 1st time since 1842. Dined with the Fathers. Home for Te Deum etc. Sat up translating for the Prov.l till 12. Closed the year. ================================================================
Began the year at midnight as usual. Said 2 Masses 6 and 7. F. Provincial preached at 11 1/2. I went in a carriage to Mr. Reynolds, Hatch St at 6. Cab to Westland Row and Holy Head.
Came to Liverpool at 5 1/2. R.W. to Sutton at 6 1/2. Conferences with the nuns all day nearly. Recreation with the students. (122 cont.ii.)
Preached at 11 and 7 1/2. Went with F. Bernardine to Peazley Cross to see the new Schools.
At 7.10 R.W. to Manchester; saw the Bp. Dined in Granby Row. At 3.10 R.W. to Levenshulme, began conferences. Stopped at Richardson's.
Mass at 7; all the confessions heard. Good talk with Mr. Browne.
Do. Conferences all through. Tea at Richardson's with Mr. Benoit; an interesting talk with him. Supper at Marshall's.
Mass at 6. R.W. at 8.10 to Harrow. Missed Hatton who was sent for me. Walked to S. Joseph's with the bags. Fine frosty night.
Conference with Mrs. Hall from 8 till 11 in the parlour. Mr. Seratton in retreat here. I went to tea with Mrs. Hall. Home at 8.
Conference with the 3 students, Michael, Andrew, and Austin. At 11 took bus with Fr. Raphael to Bermondsey. Dined at 2. Went to Mrs. Reddin's; tea there. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct Ep. Jan 10. Mass at 7, Mr. Leech came. I opened the mission at 11 1/2. F. Raphael gave lecture at 3. Dinner at 4. I preached at 7 1/2 on the soul. Confessions begun.
My Mass at 7, F. Raphael at 8. At 9 Mass the Rosary, then Meditation (introduction). Dined at 2 1/2. I went to Mr. Reddin. At 7 1/2 Sin (tripl. pecc.).
Mrs. Walker came. At dinner time the Provincial came and stopped the night. At 7 1/2 the Death of the sinner.
The Agony (yesterday sufferings previous to it). Went out with Mr. Collingridge to visit bad cases (I think today). At 7 1/2 Death as monitor.
The Prayer in the Garden at 10. At night 7 1/2 Particular Judgement. Fr. Raphael's catichismo at 6 1/2 every evening.
At 10 conduct of the Apostles in the Garden. At 7 1/2 General Judgement.
At 10 Apprehension of J.C., the blow in Caiphas's court. At night confessions till 11. No congregation, no sermons. (122 cont.iii.) II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 17. Preached at 11 1/2, Small number of Elect. I went to Mr. Reddin, again out. After it to the bad cases. F. Raph at 3 and 6 1/2. At 7 1/2 Hell.
At 10 J.C. in the Court of the High Priest. At 7 1/2 Mercy of God.
At 10 Judas. At 7 1/2 Imitation of J.C.; doing good.
At 10 Peter. At 7 1/2 Humility. Mr. Bahn was with me. At tea Mr. Horan from Woolwich.
At 10 J.C. in the streets of Jerusalem and Pilate. At 7 1/2 zeal for souls. The vocation of Ireland.
At 10 J.C. before Herod. At 7 1/2 we had the via crucis. I gave 1/2 an hours introduction, then Fr. Raphael went round and I gave fervorini.
At 10 J.C. Scourged and crowned with thorns. I went at 12 to see Mrs. Reddin, back at 2. No preaching at night. ---------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 24. I preached at 11 1/2 on scandal. I had some cold. At 7 1/2 on perfection (too long).
At 10 Crowning with thorns 2nd. At 7 1/2 temporal happiness of the just.
At 10 Carriage of cross (Simon). At 12 I went to go out to Mrs. Reddin but met Br. Casimir and with him took bus to Kilburn, and walked to S. Jos. Dined, then to see Mr. Hall ill. Back by Saunders. At 7 1/2 B.V.M.
At 10 women of Jerusalem. At 7 1/2 Temperance. Pledge given, and then 160 enrolled for England.
At 10 1st 3 words. At 7 1/2 Sanctification of Ireland, humility, charity. Mr. Hall died this morning at 6. Received viaticum last night.
At 10 last 4 words. At 7 1/2 Death of the just.
Mrs. Leech received in the nun's shapel at 8 1/2. At 10 Eucharist as an example. Confessions till 11 1/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuages Sun. Jan 31. I gave the renewal of Baptismal vows at 8. About 400 communions. F. Raphael preached at 11 1/2 on Paradise. I went at 2 1/2 to Mr. Reddin. At 6 1/2 Ricordi etc.
Mrs. O'Neill at 9 1/2. visited the school. Dinner at 1 1/2. Cab to Holborn. F. R. took bus home. I went to Mr. Elmes and Mr. Broeders. Tea there, and home in the carriage at (122 cont.iv.) 8 1/2.
F. Eugene blessed the candles at 8. I went with Austin Latham to Mrs. Hall's; dined there and walked back in snow.
At 1 I went to Mrs. Hall. Walked to London. Saw Agnes Elmes at Brompton with Miss Nutt. At 7 tea with Mrs. Manning and Alice in Grosvenor Pl. Went to Reddin's to sleep.
Said Mass at S. George's. Saw Mr. Leech in Hailes Terr X. Dined at 1 1/2 with Florises. Saw the Cardinal, W. Burke, E. Stonor. Home at 6 1/2.
Conferences with Mrs. Hall at 9. At 1 Austin drove me to Kingsbury Gr., where Mrs. Walker was come. Conf. with her, Ellen etc. Called on the Hartings at 5 1/2 and home.
At 1/4 <SIC> walked to Kilburn with Hatton carrying my bags. At 8.19 R.W. to Euston Squ. At 9 express (cheap) to Manchester. At 3.19 R.W. to Levenshulme. Dined at Richardsons and slept. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag Sun Feb 7. Mass in chapel at 8 1/2. Preached at 11 1/2; again after Rosary at 3 1/2. Supped at Marshall's. Last night Mr. and Mrs. Ch. Richardson to sup.
A regular day. Finished all the conferences.
Took R.W. at 8.22 to Manchester; car to Victoria Station, and at 9 expres to Sutton. Just met Rev Mother at the station. F. Vincent opened the Retreat after complin.
Conf. with F. Patrick. Regular day. At 2 confession; at 5 1/2 Venial sin.
Conf. with F. Joseph (Caroll). At 2 Poverty; at 5 1/2 Death. Translated a paper on Fr. Dominic's body from Latin for Prov!
Conf. with F. Felix. At 2 chastity; at 5 1/2 General Judgement.
My conferences with Fr. Prov. Go and lead. At 2 Obedience; at 5 1/2 Heaven. Conf. with F. Alphonsus. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinqu Sun Feb 14. I took R.W. at 9 to Liverpool and Birkenhead. Dr. Rockell was preaching when I came. Wrote to Sr. Philomena. Great dinner at 4. I preached at 7. Wrote letters and slept at Canon Chapman's.
Crossed to Liverpool and took R.W. at 7 1/4 home. Mass at 8 1/4. Conf. at 2, Devotion to the Passion. (122 cont.v.)
Retreat concluded as usual at 7. The rest went to walk. I had conferences with the nuns. Mr. Crombleholm came. We dined at 5, recreation.
Ashes at 7 1/2. Conferences at home. At 4 1/4 F. Vincent, Bernardine and I took R.W. to Liverpool. Stopped at the institute till 8. Boat at 9 to Birkenhead, R.W. to Holyhead.
At 1 Steamer to Kingstown. Masses at B. Paul's at 8. At 6 we three went to Mr. Dolan's to tea; home at 9 1/2.
At 8 R.W. to Wicklow. Coach inside to Wexford. We dined at Fr. Roche's with a large party. Fr. Mayler took us in a cab to Kilmore.
I should have gone to Taghmore, but it rained and I heard confessions from 10 till 2, and from 5 till 9. Dinner at 3. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Lent. Feb 21. F. Vincent opened the mission at 11 1/2. I went in a car to Wexford, preached at 2 1/4 and came back to give benediction at 6. (General confessions).
F. Vincent Medit.n at 9 1/2. Mass and then F. Bernardine catechism on Decalogue. Mattins at 2. Dinner at 3. At 6 1/2 Confession.
Our 3 Masses at 7. Confessions all day till 10 1/2. At 6 1/2 confession. Fr. Reville and 2 curates of Lady Island are here to help confessions.
As yesterday. At 6 1/2 confession.
Do. Margaret Rev**** came today or yesterday. At 6 1/2 confession.
Regular day. At 6 1/2 contrition.
Regular. At 6 1/2 contrition. All as usual at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Lent Feb 28. I preached at 11 1/2, gave the pledge; F. Bernardine and we enrolled 237 people for England. Mrs. Reanor came. At 6 Humility.
Violent storm begun. Regular day. At 6 1/2 on scandal (company keeping).
Regular. At 6 1/2 Thanksgiving.
Mr. Doyle to confession. Scapular given by F. Vincent at 11 1/2. At 6 1/2 Communion (frequency). Conference at night with <BLANK>. (122 cont.vi.)
Mr. Rainor came to conf.n. The Bishop came to dine. At 6 1/2 Communion (preparation).
Father Roche at dinner. At 6 1/2 meditation on the Passion. Confessions till 11; a lot from Taghcums Lane.
At 6 1/2 Devotions to B.V.M. Confessions till 11. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Lent Mar 7. I preached at 11 1/2 on the Cross, and blessed the Mission Cross. Pledge, and we enrolled 171; total 408. At 5 1/2 F. Vincent gave Ricordi etc. Saw Mrs. Codd.
Masses at 6. We went in the cab with Fr. Mayler to breakfat at the convent Wexford, and took coach at 9 to Bagnalstown, and then R.W. to Dublin. Dined at home at 6. Benediction at 7.
Stayed till after dinner at home. At 2 went to town. At 4 had collation and an hours talk with Mrs. Pilsworth and Miss Aungier. At 6 1/2 R.W. to Kingstown, and at 7 1/2 Steamer to Holyhead.
Got to Liverpool with F. Bernardine at 5 1/2, and to S. Anne's at 7 1/2 for Mass. The Provincial came to see me from Ashton. Letters and conferences. I preached at 7 and benediction.
Saw the nuns, and took R.W. at 10.10 to Manchester. Dined with Mr. Benoit etc., and had a long talk. Slept in Granby Row. Mr. Willis came at night; a long talk.
Mass at 7. At 8.40 R.W. to Hartlepool; stopped 2 hours at Stockton, where Fr. Bernard met me. Tea with Canon Knight, 2 Misses Do., Abbe Harivel.
Masses at 7 1/2. Long talk with Mrs. Charlton. Dined at 2 1/2. Wrote letters. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Lent. Mar 14. Masses at 7 1/2. I preached the opening at 11. Fr. Bernard lectured the children at 3. At 6 1/2 he lectured and I preached on the soul. At 4 concluded with Mrs. Charlton.
Masses at 7, after Meditation at 6 1/2 introduction. Fr. Bernard lectured at 10; at 8 on Sin. We tried confession of boys, gave it up. Mr. Browne of Houghton le Spring dined.
At 6 1/2 Meditation, Agony in the garden. At 8 Death as monitor. Very few confessions; dined at 1 1/2.
At 6 1/2 Prayer of J.C. in the garden. At 8 Particular judgement. (122 cont.vii.)
At 6 1/2 Judas. At 8 to the Irish, cease from evil and do good. Temperance and conversion of England.
At 6 1/2 Caiphas etc. At 8 Hell. At 11 went to see Mr. Hines at his office.
At 6 1/2 Peter. In the evening Fr. Bernard gave a 1/4 hour lecture. All the rest was confessions till 10 when the Bishop stopped them. Hartlepool. Mar 21 1858. 8. (123)
Ushaw 3. Houghton le Spring 16. Newcastle on Tyne 1. Levenshulme 2. S. Anne's 1. ********** 1. ******* 30. B. Paul's 5. Castle Pollard 23. Turbotstown 3. Street 3. Mount Nugent 3. Collantown 4 Oldcastle 3. Clonmellon 3. 16 weeks. Passion Sun Mar 21. At 11 pr. small no. of the elect; enrolled 29 for England. At 6 1/2 the mercy of God.
At 6 1/2 Herod etc. Went with Mr. Harivel to see a sick man at W. Hartlepool. At 8 1/2 Imitation of J.C.
At 6 1/2 Scourging at the piller. Went a second time to Mr. Hines. At 8 temporal happiness of the just.
At 6 1/2 crowning with thorns. At 8 Temperance; the Pledge given.
At 6 1/2 Simon and the women of Jerusalem. At 7 there was High Mass. At 8 Devotion to B.V.M.
At 6 1/2 1st 3 words. At night I did not preach. Fr. Bernard did, and then came the via crucis.
At 6 1/2 last 4 words. Confessions all day. No preaching at night. I was tired and weak chested, but better at last. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Mar 28. I said Mass at 8 1/2. At 11 1/2 Paradise. At 6 1/2 Ricordi etc. At 9 1/4 Mr. Slater's Brougham came for me and I went to Hutton House.
Preached to 20 people at 7, then said Mass. At 11 began confessions. Dined at 2, and confessions again from 3 to 10 1/2. Preached at 6 1/2, number of the elect.
At 7 on devotion to the Passion. At 6 1/2 If any man will come after etc. Confessions all day till 10 1/2.
Mass at 6. At 1/4 8 R.W. from Castle Eden to Durham. Walked to Ushaw; all in retreat. Mr. Chadwick preached at 12. Dinner at ** and Tenebre at 4 1/2.
The Bishop came yesterday, officiated today. Conference with him at 1. Wrote to Mary Wykes, Mrs. Walker and watched from 10 to 11. Good Friday Apr 2. The Bishop went yesterday away. At 3 I preached (It is consummated). Dinner at 1/4 6. Mr. Ledbetter Smith took me to Eshe and back to give Via Crucis at 7.
Mr. Chadwick officiated. I dined at 1. Spoke to Dr. Nursham. Walked to Durham. R.W. at 4.15 to Fence Houses. Walked to Houghton le Spring; 4 hours confessions. (123 cont.i.) Easter Sun. Mass at 9. Preached opening at 11. Dined with Mr. Brown at 1 1/2. At 7 gave lecture on general confession; sermon on the Sacrt.
Mass at 7 1/2. At 8 Medit.n (opening). Evening 7 lecture on <BLANK>. Sermon on sin; confessions all day.
At 8 Agony in Garden. 7 Temperance, and Death of the sinner. F. Leonard came at 11 at night.
At 8 Prayer of J.C. in garden. 7 Fr. Leonard lectured. 8 Death as monitor.
At 8 Judas. 8 Particular Judgement.
At 8 Caiphas. 8 Gen.l judgement.
No lecture. -------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Ap 11. At 11 preached Procrastination. At 8 Hell. I enrolled for England 39.
Mess.rs Bamber, Kirsopp and Rennell from Sunderland dined. At 8 Mercy of God.
At 8 If any man will come after me etc.
Administerd the Pledge. F. Leonard started for Sutton.
8 Simon and women of Jerusalem. 7 lecture, Thanksgiving. 8 B.V.M.
F. Leonard and F. Provincial came at 11. At 8 Death of the just.
Last 4 words. At 1 enlisted the children in the school. F. Leonard preached at night; I did not. The Bishop came. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Easter Ap 18. At 10 1/2 the Bp sung Mass and I preached (paradise). The Confirmation was late (at 5) 392. At 8 Ricordi etc. Fr. Leonard gave the renewal of Baptismal vows.
Miss Wilson and Miss Elliott made an offer of themselves to the Bishop. I was too late for 11 o'clock, and took R.W. at 3 to Newcastle. Conference with the Bishop and Fr. Suffield. Preached at 8 in Pilgrim St.
Took R.W. at 8.20 to Manchester. Bus to LOngsight, and walked to Levenshulme. Lodged at Marshall's. (123 cont.ii.)
Went thro' all the conferences before 2. Dined with Richardson. after dinner all the confessions. Sr. De Sales dying happily.
Took bus to Manchester at 8. R.W. to Sutton at 9. At 5.15 R.W. to Liverpool. Tea at Copperas Hill with Mr. Bond etc. Crossed at 9.10. R.W. to Holyhead etc.
Got to Kingstown at 5 1/2; beautiful passage. Bd. Paul's at 6 3/4. Went in to hear Rinoffi at Westland Row at 8. With Fr. Bernard and Bernardine.
Mr. O'Grady called at 7. At 11 F. Vincent, Bernard, Bernardine started for Blanchardstown, calling on Dr. Cullen first. Dined at 3. I wrote to Mrs. Walker; we slept at a Mr. Riley's. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Easter. Ap 25. Mass at 8. F. Vincent opened at 12 1/2. F. Bernard had the children at 2. We dined at 4. I gave opening lecture at 7 (Penance).
F. Bernardine's Mass at 5. At 5 1/2 I gave introduction on the Passion and said Mass after. Children at 2. Dinner at 3. At 1/4 8 Gen.l confession. Supper at 10.
At 1/4 8 examination of conscience. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard at tea.
We drove to Castle Knock aftr breakfast. At 1/4 8 Duties to God examined.
At 1/4 8 Duties to our neighbour.
At 1/4 8 Duties to our neighbour.
At 1/4 8 single discourse, Devotion to B.V.M. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Easter. May 2. I preached at 12 1/2 on Temperance and gave the pledge. At 7 impurity (company keeping).
At 1/4 8 Sorrow.
At 1/4 8 Explanations on the pledge.
None heard but children. 5 1/2 J.C. struck in the face. 1/4 8 Purpose.
Mr. Geo Bingham called to se me. At 1/4 8 Purpose. (123 cont.iii.)
Declaration at 1/4 8.
At 1/4 8 single discourse Dolours of B.V.M. -------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft East. May 9. At 12 1/2 Perfection of Ireland. At 2 enlisted the children. At 7 manner of confession.
At 5 1/2 streets of Jerusalem. 1/4 8 Prayer, introduction.
5 1/2 Pilate. 1/4 8 Prayer (adoration).
Children prepared for 1st. communion from 10 1/2 till 2 1/2. Castle Knock priests here. Ascension Thurs. May 13. Said Mass at convent at 7. Short address to children at 8 3/4. At 12 preached (working for heaven). At 1/4 8 humility. Confessions to working men only.
At 1/4 8 Imitation of J.C., zeal for souls.
At 1/4 8 single discourse, The 2nd Dolour, flight into Egypt. --------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft East. May 16. Mass at convent at 7 1/2; spoke to the nuns. At 12 1/2 Perfection of Ireland explained. 7 the rosary. Enlisted for England at 10 1/2 (109)
5 1/2 Crowning with thorns contd. 1/4 to 8 Conditions of prayer, humility, confidence, what to ask.
5 1/2 Pilate, Ecce Homo. 1/4 8 Conditions, Perseverance, Meditation.
Confession of children and other confirmandi.
Confirmation given by Dr. Whelan; great dinner at 4. Communion (feast).
At 1/4 8 Communion (visit from J.C.)
Do. 4 last words. 1/4 8 singled discourse. Eucharist as example. -------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun May 23. Mass at the convent at 7, preached. At 12 1/2 preached on the cross and blessed the Mission Cross. At 5 1/2 (123 cont.iv.) visited the nuns and enrolled 16 for England.
F. Bernard staid 2 days more. We 3 said Mass at Castle Knock. I enlisted the boys. We had a car to B. Paul's by 12 1/2. Sermon and Benediction at 7. F. Vincent gave Ricordi at 6.
I wrote letters, went to see Miss Robson and Massey. Sermon and Benediction every night for the month of May.
I saw Mr. O'Grady at 8. At 1 confession of a young priest. I preached at 7 on B.V.M.
Breakfast at 9; many went to walk. I am still sore footed and could not go out. We had a recreation dinner at 4 in the library.
At home reading New Testament with Cornelius a Lahide. Long talk yesterday with O'Grady.
At 7 the Prov came. At 7 3/4 cab to station. 8 1/2 R.W. to Mullingar with F. Vincent and Bernardine. Mr. Murtagh took us to Castle Pollard; we saw the Bishop at home. -------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun May 30. F. Vincent opened at 12 1/2. Explained Communion as May 21. Mr. Pollard dined here at 4.
I said Mass at 5. Confessions by ticket all day till 10, except dinner at 3 etc., and lecture at 1/4 8, Gen.l confessions. Fr. Leonard came.
Fr. Leonard gives Medit.n at 5 1/2 and instructions to the children. At 1/4 8 Gen.l confession contd. Faults in confessing.
Father Leonard goes away afternoon in the car to Castletown for the children there. At 1/4 8 1st. Commandment examination.
Corp Xti. At 12 1/2 I preached on following Xt. The Desses and Jos Cassidy came. At 7, 2nd and 3rd Comm.t examination.
Long day of confessions. At 1/4 8 4th. Commandment.
DO. At 1/4 8 Anger and lies. -------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct. June 6. Mass at 6 1/2, ab 10 enrolled with Fr. Leonard, 270. At 12 1/2 Temperance, gave the Pledge. At 7 Impurity.
At 1/4 8 Contrition. (123 cont.v.)
At 1/4 8 Purpose.
At 1/4 8 Pledge objections answered.
At 1/4 8 Imitation of J.C., Humility. At 9 1/2 Benediction with the new organ just erected by White.
At 1/4 8 Devotion to the Passion.
At 2 I enlisted the children and gave the Pledge. They all took it. I went at 4 with a man to visit his sick wife. Came back on Wid Murtagh's cart. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 13. At 12 High Mass, White played. 2 voices from Dublin. I preached on national virtues. Edm.d Dease dined. At 1/4 8 means of grace.
Confessions till 3. At 4 3/4 went in the car to Castle town chapel. Enlisted the children at 1/4 8. Prayer (acts).
At 1/4 8 Prayer, dispositions.
At 1/4 8 confirmation explained.
1/4 8 Meditation.
At 1/4 8 Eucharist (frequentation of it).
Single discourse at 1/4 8, Imitation of Holy Family for Ireland. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Pent. June 20. Confessions of children till 12. I preached on the Cross, the Bp. blessed it. Confirmation to 509 in the field. At 7 F. Vincent preached to 7 or 8000 in open air.
I took Brogans car, went into Mayne Parish. And. Mulligan went with me. At 5 1/2 dined at T**botson. Preached at 7 1/2.
Brogan's cart and A. Mulligan to beg. Dined again at Deases. At 7 1/2 enlisted the children and gave Pledge. Confessions till 11 in vestry.
Visited Mrs. ***liger. Went with Brogan to the lake; Mic. Fay came with us. A capital day, home late. Preached. Confessions at home.
I started at 10 to Streets, begged about with W. Dillon. F. Duffy there took me to dine with priests at Scraby beyond Granard. Home at 9.
Went about the parish with William Dillon. Came (123 cont.vi.) home to dine at 6 1/2. The people came together so I preached on the Passion.
Again with W. Dillon. Came home to dine at 6. Preached on the Holy Family and on the wit of Ireland! -------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft Pent. June 27. Said Mass at 9, preached before it. Breakfasted with Mr. Reilly. Preached at 11 1/2; to the children at 2. At 3 1/2 took car to Mr. Nugent, Fr. Fagan's, dined and preached there at 7.
Said Mass and preached at 8. Confessions all day with tickets. Dined at 4. Preached at 7, collection after it. Fast.
SS. Peter and Paul. Went with Fr. Peter to Ballinacree to say Mass, preach and collect. Back to enlist children at 2. Preached at 7. collected about 19/- <SHILLINGS>.
Mass at 8 and preached. Fr. Fagan took me in a gig to Collinstown, stopping at Oldcastle to see Mr. Leonard and Kelly. Preached at Colinstown at 7.
Confessions from 6 till 10 1/2. Preached at Mass and at 7. Fr. Coghlan went away to the Bp.
Confessions from 6 to 11. Meditation at 8 and Mass. Preached at 7.
Today just as yesterday. -------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun af Pent. July 4. At 9 drove to Fore chapel to say Mass and preach, collected. Enlisted and Pledged the children. Do. at Collinstown at 1 1/2. Went to dine at Oldcastle. Preached at 7 and collected.
Mass at 8, meditation before. Breakfasted with Mrs. Muldoon. Confessions. Dined at 5 with Fr. Leonard and Fr. Fagan. Preached at Moylough at 7 and collected.
Mass at Moylough at 8; instruction before. At 10 enlisted and pledged the children. Do. at Oldcastle at 3 1/2. Preached there at 7; interrupted by a man.
Mass at 8 after short instruction. Breakfast Mrs. Muldoon. Went with Fr. Leonard and Th. Fagan to Fr. Kelly's, Kilykier. The Bp. there for confirmation. 26 at dinner. Went with Fr. Dowling to sleep at Clonmello**.
Ld. Spencer's wedding day. Spoke 1/2 an hour at 7 1/2, then Mass. Confessions all day. Dined at 4. Preached at 7 1/2. The children at 3 1/2. (123 cont.vii.)
Instruction on meditation at 7 1/2 and Mass. Children at 3 1/2. Preached at 7 1/2. Confessions till 10 1/2.
I went with the car to say Mass at Killallon; preached before it. The children there at 11 1/2. Came back with Fr. McCormick by 3. Preached at 7 1/2. (124) Clonmellon July 11 1858. 1. Kilskyre 3. Castletown Delvin 1. Kells 7. Moynalty 2. Carnacross 4. Bohermeen 7. Kells 3. Kilbury 4. Trigg 7. Dunn**** 3. Athboy 4. Castlepollard 7. Mu********** 3. Mullinahoran 4. Mountain 3. Ballinacarey 4. B. Paul's 5. Killycan 4. *******gad 4. Long Wood 3. B. Paul's 3. Ferns 17. B. Paul's 8. Ballin***** 8. Castle ****** 4. Roshford Bridge 4. Clare 3. Killbeggan 2. Castletown 4. Bally more 4. *********** 2. VII Sun af Pent. July 11. Said Mass at home. Went with P. Dowling to Killallon, preached at 11. Children at Clonmellon at 2. Went to dine at Kilskyre, preached at 7.
Instruction at 8, then Mass. Fr. Kelly P.P. went away. Dined at 5 with F. P.k Fagan CC,, and went with him to Ballinlough to preach at 7. Home at 9 1/2.
Went with F. Fagan to Ballinlough; preached at 8 and said Mass. Children at 10 1/2.; confessions till 2 1/2, then home at Kilskyre to dine at 4 1/2. Preached at 7. Children here these 2 days at 2 1/2.
Preached at 8. At 12 finished with the children, pledged all. Went with the car to Father Nicolls, Castletown Delvin. Dined at 4; preached at 7 1/2.
Preached at 8 and Mass. Confessions all day. Children at 3 1/2, and preached at 7 1/2.
As yesterday till dinner. At 7 took a car to Killonla, Mr. Beehan went with me. Preached there, and came back by 9 1/2.
Went with hired car again to Kilonla; preached and said Mass. Confessions till 2 there, then home again for the children; pledged at 10 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun aft Pent. said Mass at 8. Collected before each Mass, sitting out 1/2 an hour at a table. Preached at 11 1/2. Children pledged at 12 1/2. Car to dine at Kells. Preached at 7 1/2.
Preached 1/2 an hour at 7 1/2, then Mass. Confessions till 9 1/2. Children at 2; preached at 7 1/2.
Took hired car at 6 to Girley; preached at 8 and Mass there. Children at 10 1/2; preached at 7 again. Meals at Mr. and Miss Dillons. Brought back £17. ******** went to Girley.
Regular Kells day. Many priests fell in for dinner. Mr. Nulty of Mullingar.
Regular day again. The children pledged gallantly at 2. The grown people pretty well at night. (124 cont.i.)
No instruction for the children as they were preparing for 1st communion. Priests here to hear them and dine from various places.
I gave 1st Communion at 8 and spoke before and after. I had confessions all day. Heavy rain. No instructions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun aft Pent. July 25. I said Mass in the convent and collected before 9 and 11 o'clock Masses; preached before the Bp. 20 m. Rev. Pat Guinty took me to Maynalty to preach at 7 1/2.
Preached at 7 1/2 and Mass. Preached at night. Confessions. The Bp. came to confirm at 11. Great dinner. Fr. Guinty ordained with me May 26 1832.
Went to Newcastle to say Mass. Confessions there till 3 1/2. Children enrolled and pledged. Dined with Mr. Farrell (Cloynalty) to meet the Bp.
Father Guinty drove me to see Fr. Dillon dying at Kilbeg. Dined at home at 3. Then he drove me to Carnaross. Fr. Jo Sheridan. Preached at 7 1/2. Children enlisted and pledged at 10 1/2.
Preached at 8 and Mass. At 10 1/2 went in a car to Trim (15 miles) to settle with Fr. O'Connell. Saw Fr. McCullagh at Athroy coming back. Dined there, preached at 7 at Carnacross.
Confessions from 6. Breakfasted each day at Th. Reilly's. Dined at Moat* Par House. Preached at 7 1/2. Rev Mr. Callary called etc.
Day as yesterday. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun aft Pent. Aug 1. Mass at 8. Collected before 11 o'clock Mass and preached after. Car to Kells. Fr. Moore went with me to dine at Bohermeen, preached there.
Regular day at Bohermeen. Rev Mr. Geoghan P.P. left me his room and went away yesterday. Rev. Mr. Cassidy CC.
Preached at 6 1/2 and Mass. Went with Mr. Cassidy to Kilbeg for Fr. Dillon's funeral. Back to dine at Bohermeen and preach.
Regular day at Bohermeen. Fr. Geoghan and Fr. Moore came to dine from Kells. I make a week here as I could not find a 2nd. Parish
Drove to Cortown. Preached at 7 1/2 before Mass at 7 1/2. Breakfast and dinner at W. Masterson's. Confessions. Violent rains. (124 cont.ii.)
Went to Boyerstown and carried thro' there as yesterday at Cortown. Had my meals at Mr. Kane's.
Regular day at Bohermeen. Fr. Geoghan was there. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XI Sun aft Pent. Aug 8. Said Mass at 8 at home. The P.P. took me to Cortown, 2nd Mass there and preached. Back to preach at 12. 3 collections. The P.P. took me to Kells, I began a little retreat to the nuns.
Slept at Fr. McEvoys. Mass at the convent. Med.n at 6 1/4; preached to them at 10, 2 and 7. And heard all the confessions.
A quiet day in the convent; preached as yesterday. Wrote to Mr. Chackey. Some confessions again.
Finished with Papal Benediction after Paradise at 2. Called on Mrs. McDonell, delirious. Dined at 4. Took car to Kilburry. F. Kelsh. Preached at 7 1/2 and collected.
Drove to Kilburry chapel at 6. Confessions. Mass at 9 1/2 after meditation. Breakfast with Mr. Sullivan. Dined at 4 and preached at Oristown.
Confessions at Oristown at 6. Preached and Mass at 9. Breakfast at Mrs. Flood's. Home to dinner and preached at Kilburry.
Morning work at Kilburry as Thursday. Fasting day. Oristown at night. Beautiful country and weather. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun. Aug 15. Assumption of B.V.M. Mass at 6 in the oratory at home. Collected before 9 1/2 Mass at Oristown, preached after. Drove across to preach after 11 1/2 Mass at Kilbarry. Dined at Trim and preached at 7.
Preached at 7 1/2 on Medit.n, and Mass at 8. Children at 2. Dined at 4. Preached at 7.
At 5 1/2 drove to Bourdsmill; Mass at 8, children at 2. Preached at 7. Breakfast and dinner at Mr. Flood's. Confessions all thro'.
Regular day at Trim.
DO. Do. Children took the pledge today.
Fr. O'Connell drove me at 12 to Inchore in the Par of Ballivor to see Fr. Daly, a young priest dying. Fr. McCullach was come to dinner.
Regular day at Trim. (124 cont.iii.) XIII Sun af Pent. Aug 22. I said Mass at the workhouse at 8. Preached at 9 1/2 a 1/4 of hour, and at 12 1/2. Drove over to *************. Dined with Fr. Reilly and preached.
I began confessions at the Crosses chapel at 6. Preached at 7 1/2 and Mass. Came to dine at 4. Fr. Reilly drove me to Shryne and Kilmesson. No P.P. at home, preached at 7.
Regular day at the Crosses chapel. Children at 2.
Confessions till 2, then children. Then Fr. Reilly drove me to Athboy to dine. Preached at 7 1/2. Fr. Cullough gone out; Fr. Gogarty CC at home.
The day spent as at Trim. A fine lot of children, 350 at 2. I preached from the pulpit.
All regular. The children almost all took the pledge.
All regular. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun aft Pent. Aug 29. Collected at Athboy before 9 o'clock Mass, then took cart to Rathmore. Said Mass at 10 and preached. Preached at Athboy at 12 1/2. Car in rain to Castle Pollard to dine at 5 1/2. Fr. Levy and O'Farrell there. Preached at 7.
Day spent as at Trim.
Do.
As yesterday.
Regular Castle Pollard day.
Do. I went to see Jane Halpin, 19 years in bed.
Do. Fr. Coghlan called. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 5. I collected at 8 Mass. Went to say Mass and preach at Castletown. Breakfast at Mr. Fagan's. At 3 vespers, I preached. At 4 dinner, and I took a car to Multifarkham.
F. Duffy, P. Pout, Fr. Murphy O.S.F. in his place. Regular day in the chapel here. Mr. Kaneney great hopper.
I went at 6 to Leany. Preached at 7 1/2 and Mass. Breakfast at Dan Levy's. Drove home to dinner; back again to preach there at 7 1/2.
At 8 1/2 R.W. to Cavan. Wrote letters at the Bishop's and dined at 4. At 5 car to Mullinahoran. Preached. (124 cont.iv)
Lodged at Fr. Phil O'Reilly's. Mass at Mullinahoran at 7 1/2. Children at 2; dined at 4. Preached at 7 1/2. No confessions; no faculties got.
Day as yesterday at Loughduff. Took physick for E**sipelas on my ankle.
Day as yesterday at Mullinahoran. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun aft Pent. Sep 12. Mass at Mullinahoran at 9. Preached at 12 1/2 at Loughduff. Dined and set off to the Mountain Par. Rev. Mr. Bermingham. Preached at 7 1/2.
Regular day at Mountain. Confessions etc.
Fr. Farrelly the curate took me to Tavin. Children at 2. Back to dine and preach at Turm.
Finished at Mountain with the children at 12. Took car to Ballinacarry. Revd. M.l Mullen P.P. Dined at 5, preached at 7.
Regular day.
Got under Dr. Cahill for my leg. Laid up and did nothing all today but write letters and read.
Better today, so I went thro' my work from Mass till preaching at night. Children at 2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun aft Pent. Sep 19. Said Mass at 8 and preached. Went to *on** and preached at 10 1/2. Came back, preached at 12 1/2. Children at 2. Benediction and preaching at 6.
Mass at 6. At 7 1/2 car to Mullingar, saw the Bishop. At 10.10 R.W. to Dublin; reached B.Paul's at 1. Stopped up at *****.
Said Mass in choir at 6. All day on the bed writing and reading.
Still laid up, but not quite so close.
Moved about the house. Took physick. Saw Mr. O'Grady.
Mr. O'Grady again. Took car to Dublin at 12 1/2. Again to Mr. Dolan at 7 till 9.
Plenty of letters all this week. At 3 1/2 cab to Station. At 4 R.W. to Kill***** *******. Father Colgan CC. Mr. O'Rorke gone out. (124 cont.v.) XVIII Sun aft Pent. Sep 26. Said Mass at Rathmore Chap at 9 and preached. **************** at Rathmore at 2. Preached at the ********y at 3. 3 collections.
Mass at 8 1/2, preached before it. Children at 2; preached at 7 1/2.
Went to Raherney for Mass, and children at 2. Home to dine; preached at 7 1/2.
Confessions at 6 till 2. ***** Mass etc. Children at 2. At 3 Jenny took me to Kinneged, dined at 5 with Fr. And McAlroy P.P. etc. Preached at 7 1/2.
Regular day.
Regular. Children at 2, took the pledge. The people at night pretty well.
Regular. Fr. Cluffy CC came home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX. Oct 3. I said Mass at 8; preached then, and at 12 1/2 gave pledges on Drink, company keeping etc. Went to preach at Killyons at 3, and at Longwood at *.
Fr. Smyth P.P. and Callery CC out till dinner. All regular. And. Byrne came to dine.
Went to preach at Killyon at 8 and Mass; children at 2. Came back to dine and preach.
Busy till 10. Went in car to Enfield R.W. at 11.15 to Dublin. FF. Bernard and Bernardine come.
Regular, I gave exame.
Regular day at home.
Mass at 5. Car to Harcourt Rd. Rd. FF. Vincent, Bernard and Bernardine and I took R.W. at 8 to Wicklow, Gorey and Ferns with F. Mayler. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun. Oct 10. Fr. Vincent preached opening at 12. Fr. Bernardine began catechism on Sacraments at 5, and F. V. preached. I wrote a little for Fr. Bernard.
I said Mass at 5 and gave catechism on the Decalogue after. Confessions all day.
As yesterday. Fr. Bernard has the children at 2. We dine at 3.
Fr. Vincent give meditation on the Passion at 9 1/4. (124 cont.vi.) All regular.
Regular.
Do.
Do. Only F. Vincent preached at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun. Oct 17. I read the Bp's Pastoral against drunkenness, and preached 1/2 an hour at 12. Wrote for Fr. Bernard (catechism).
Mass at 5, Decalogue after it. The day as usual.
Do.
The childrens confessions.
Regular day.
As usual. Several priests coming to help in confessions and came several days.
As usual for me. One sermon at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun. Oct 24. I preached at 12 on Mercy of God. Gave the 4 pledges. Wrote some catechism
As usual.
Do.
Do.
Confirmation by Bp. Furlong.
Do.
As Oct 23. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun. Oct 31. I preached at 12, blessed the Mission Cross, and renewed the pledges. The rest as usual. Confessions till late.
All Saints. Mass at 6 1/2. Fr. Vincent gave ricordi at 12, and renovation of Baptismal vows, 1800 candles. We drove to Enniscorthy. Dined at 4. Confessions for me till 10 1/2.
Mass at 5 1/2. At 8 we performed an office for an old woman dead of a hurt in the Mission. At 10 1/2 went by cars to Wicklow. Dined at the Hotel, and took R.W. at 8 to Dublin. Home at 10 1/2. (124 cont.vii.)
At home writing letters and catechism.
Wrote for Fr. Bernard. At 4 went to call at Warren Mt. Had coffee. Bus to Mr. Dolan's. Home at 9.
Wrote an address for our building committee. F. Bernard went away.
Went to Mr. Dolan with the address. Then to Mr. Taaffe. A long walk. Th Kelly from Blanch***** came to me. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV. I preached at 11 1/2.
Saw Dr. O'Farrell about my heart. Dined with Anderdon and Scratton etc.
O'Grady at 8. At home all day.
Walked with Dan to station. At 10 1/2 R.W. to Enfield. Father Kealy's car to Ballinabrach. Preached at 3; dined after.
Regular day. Preached at 5.
As yesterday. Confessions from 6 to 9 a good fin.
Do. Father Kealy P.P. Father Carey curate. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun. Nov 14. Mass at 8 and preached. Then car to Castle***** and preached; then Rochfortbridge. Preached at 3 1/2. Went with the 2 priests to dine with Mr. Coffey.
Regular at Rochforbridge.
B. Paul's day; regular. Children pledged.
Regular.
Called at Kilbeggan and at Newcastle. Went on to Clara. F. Barry preached at 7.
Regular work at Clara. Fr. Barry P.P., Fr. Corcoran curate very kind.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXVI Sun. Nov 21. Mass at 9. Preached after 12 o'clock Mass. Took car to Horslip. Preached and collected. **** to dine at 6. Preached at 7 and Benediction.
Drove to say Mass at Killbeggan at 9 and preached. Fr. Pierce P.P., Fr. Hope curate. I collected with 3 or 4 (124 cont.viii) people. Dined at 5, a party. Confessions; no sermon.
Went with Fr. Hope to Rahue. Mass at 9; confessions till 3 1/2. Home to dine; another party.
Mass at 9 and preached. Mr. Colgan sent me in a car to Castletown; stopped at Fr. Byrne's. He was out. I dined with Mr. Creavy and Connor. Some confessions.
Mass in Castletown. Spoke to the children in the school. Father Byrne came home to dine at 6.
Mass and preached * 1/2. Confessions. Preached at 5 1/2.
Same as yesterday. Children tok the pledge nobly. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Advt. Nov 28. Preached and collected at the 2 Masses, then took car to Ballymore, preached at 3. Father Hope P.P., Father Keena CC. Dined at 5.
In the chapel at 6. Preached after Mass and at 3 1/2. confessions in the house after dinner.
Went with Mr. Cunningham's car to Boher for Mass at 8 1/2. Back to preach at 3 1/2. Terrible weather.
As Monday at Ballymore.
Mr. Cunningham's car took me to Miltown. Fr. Fullam. Preached at 5.
Regular day at Miltown.
Do. N.B. Nov 25. Took Fr. Byrne's car to Dysart and back.
Mr. Creevy drove mein it to Miltown. Fr. Maguire at Dysart ******. Fr. Fullam agreed. 21 weeks.
Moyvoore 2. (125)
B. Paul's 2. Ardclair 3. B. Paul's 1. Sutton 1. Levenshulme 2. S. Joseph's, Highgate 2. The Hyde 1. S. Jos 4. Fo*** 1. Argyll St. 1. S. Jos 1. The Hyde 1. Isleworth 1. St. Jos 2. Eldon St. 1. S. Jos 2. Barnet 1. S. Jos 2. Eldon St. 1. S. Jos 2. Eldon St. 1. S. Jos 2. Broadway 4. Levenshulme 3. S. Anne's 4. B. Paul's 2. Wicklow 4. Ashford 1. B. Paul's 24. Eglish 4. Birr 3. ********* 4. Birr 3. ****rone 5. Birr 2. Dunkerrin 4. II Sun of Adv. Dec 5. I preached at 8 o'clock Mass said by Father Fullan. Said 11 o'clock and preached; then drove to Moyvoore. Preached at 3, confessions at Fr. Murray's after dinner.
Confessions in the house till Mass at 8 1/2; children at 2. Small congregation at 3 1/2. Dinner at 4 and conf. It was fair day.
Mass at 8 1/2 at the 2nd. chapel. Breakfast at Pat. A covered car to Moate 12 m., to Turbane 10., to Birr 10. Dined at convent. Slept at *************.
Mass at 7. At 10 1/2 2 novices professed. I preached; Dr. Flannery oficiated. At 1/4 6 took R.W. to Dublin. Found the Prov.l up at 11.
At 1 I went to see Dr. O'Farrell. O'Grady met and walked with me, then home.
O'Grady at 8. At home all day.
At 9 walked with Dan to Broadstone station. R.W. at 10 1/2 to Athlone. Fr. Kearney met me and drove me to Ardgir. Confessions of household after dinner. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Adv. Dec 12. Said Mass and preached at 8. Preached at 9. 12 1/4 drove to Tang; preached at 3, Fr. Barton took me there. Fr. Wheeler CC of Tang.
Mass at 9; children at 12. Preached at 3 1/2; confessions till 11.
Mass at Tang. Back to dine at 1. R.W. from Athlone at 3. Walked home with bags by 7 1/2.
Started at 9 from Kingstown with Fr. Prov.l to Holyhead; very rough. R.W. to Sutton at 7 1/2. Saw James Collins in passing.
Saw the nuns and Mrs. Smith before dinner. Gave exame. R.W. at 3 1/2 to Manchester, in Granby Row. R.W. to Levenshulme at 6.15.
Mass at 7. Dined with Richardson at 1 1/2. All the conferences before dinner, all the confessions after. Supped at (125 cont.i.) Marshall's.
Mass at 6. R.W. Parl. at 8.10. Walked with bags from Camden Town to S. Joseph's Retreat, Highgate by 7 1/2. Rain. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv. Dec 19. Mass at 6. Preached at 11 1/2 and after Rosary at 3 1/2. Saw Miss Johnson and Mrs. Steinforth, long conferences.
Walked to the Hyde, dined with Fr. Raphael and Br. Michael who are there. Stopped long at Mrs. Hall's. Saw the Hartings etc. Slept at the Retreat.
Walked to London. Saw the Cardinal, Mr. Old. dined with Payne (23 Eldon St.). Home by bus by 8.
At home all day; read up my O. Testament.
Bus to Charring X. Called at Spencer House and Stratton St., all away. Miss Nutt. Saw the 3 Oscott Oratorians, dined there alone. Earls Court Convent. Tea at Mr. Bunn's.
Translated a piece for Fr. Raphael. At 3 walked to Kentish Town. Saw Swift and Edw.d Martin. Home to sleep before Mattins and Midnight Mass. Wrote to my sister.
Xmas. I preached at night Mass. Said my 3 Masses at 7, 7 1/2 and 8. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct. Dec 26. Sung Mass for Bennett and preached in Rosary chapel. Dined with Mr. and Mrs. Bunn. Preached again at 7 and gave the pledge. Then went to a temperance meeting, spoke and pledged. Slept at Ford's.
Mass very late in Rosary chapel. Saw Mr. Moor and Miss Johnson, Lady Petre, the 2 convents and church Bayswater. Went to a temperance meeting with Can O'Neal. Slept at Martin's.
Mass at Spanish Place. Dinner at 12 at Mr. Tups, and breakfast. Home at 2 1/2. Called on Miss Cooke.
Walked to the Hyde. Saw Mrs. Hall who has had a paralytic stroke. Long pleasant talk with Br. Michael who was alone.
Walked to Kilburn; bus to city. I saw Fred Blomfield, 3 Finsbury Circus, and Payne. R.W. to Isleworth at 1/4 5. Dined and slept at the Walkers.
Mass at Gumley House just opposite. Saw Monsgr. Weld and Mrs. Wilkinson. Dined at 1. R.W. to Waterloo 2.4. Bus to Kentish Town, walked home. (125 cont.ii.) ================================================================
Up for 1/4 at 12 1/4. At home all day. High mass at 11 by Fr. Prov.l. No preaching then nor at Benediction at 3 1/2 for want of people. -----------------------------------------------------------------
I went to preach at Kentish Town at 11 o'clock Mass. Dined with Swift. Vespers at 3 1/2, I preached. Gave pledge at both. Called on Edw.d Martin and Scoles's. slept at Payne's.
Mass at Moorfields at 8, called on Oakely. R.W. at 12.25 to Barnet. Looked about me. Walked home by 7. Mr. Orpwood with me the last 2 miles.
Went to Lincoln's Inn to Mrs. Fuenza. Walked about Belgravia etc. Dined at Mrs. Bunn's at 5 1/2. Busses home.
Walked to Barnet by 2. Stopped at the chapel house the 1st time. Confessions. Translated for the Provl.
Mass at 11 and preached; 9 communions. Waited for a baptism till 3. Walked home by 6 1/2.
Called at Miss Couts's, away. At home correcting and translating.
I can remember nothing. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun aft Epiph. Jan 9. Preached at home on meditation. Same sermon at Islington at 7 after vespers. Slept at Payne's.
Mass at Moorfields. Went with Payne to Spital Fields, and then Commercial Road. Saw the churches. Took bus to Charring X, dined at Floris's, made calls.
Went to Hammersmith. Saw Hensage, dined at Mrs. Keene's. Little inters Pagliano and Angelina.
Saw Ch.s Petrolini at Ross's. Dined at Reddin's with Emma. Saw Mr. Keene. Preached at 8 at Islington and gave the pledge. Slept at Payne's. Saw the Cardinal at 10 o'clock.
Saw Mr. Gilbert at 10. Saw Mrs. Bunn about Miss Elmes. Dined at 4 1/2 with Dr. Payne, 58 Denbeigh St., Warwick Squ. Bus home from Westminster.
Bus to Westminster; bus to Lambeth. Saw Mrs. Leech and baby. Dined at Linclon's Inn; tried for Miss Elmes.
Saw Miss Elmes, then took R.W. at 12.15 to Evesham. Left bags there and walked to Broadway. (125 cont.iii.) II Sun af Epiph. Jan 16. Preached on Meditation at 7. Sat with the Novices.
Conferences with Novices, and letters.
Do. Do.
Mass at 4. Walked to Evesham. R.W. at 7.40 to W.Hampton and Manchester. Dined at the Bp's. Talk with Mr. Benoit. Went to sleep at Richardson's.
Conferences all day. Dined at Marshalls.
Conferences and confessions. Dined at Richardson's, Mrs. Crummack there.
At 9.30 R.W. to Manchester. Saw Mrs. Bentley; dined in Granby Row. R.W. to S. Anne's; got in for the litanies. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 23. Preached at 11 on Meditation, and at 7 gave the pledge. Conferences at 3 with some of the nuns.
Translated for the Prov.l. At 4 1/2 nuns conferences.
Conferences before dinner with the students. At 4 1/2 nuns confessions.
Got to Chester at 10. Finished translation. Dined with Mr. Carbrey at 1. Saw George Blomfield. At 7 Benediction at the convent and discourse. R.W. to Holyhead at 10.15.
Reached Kingstown at 7 1/5; terrible passage. Mass at B. Paul's at 9. Dr. O'Farrell at 2. Scratton, O'Grady.
Called on Miss Robson. Letters etc.
R.W. to Wicklow at 12. Long afternoon with Archdeacon Grant. Read thro' almost all the 2 Maccabees. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun. Jan 30. Preached at 9 a few words. At 12 and 5 1/2.
Mass at 8 1/2; children at 12. Sermon at 6. confessions.
Do. Chil ****.
Caught cold. Went at 2 1/2 with Mr. Doherty to Ashford. Slept at Mrs. Moran's Hotel.
Took R.W. home. Saw Dr. O'Farrell. Went to bed at 5. (125 cont.iv.)
In bed all day. Translated for Fr. Provincial.
Said Mass at 7 1/2. Up till dinner. -------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft Epiph. Feb 6. Got up much better. Preached at 11 1/2 on meditation. Benediction at 4; music by Miss Robson.
Went to Dr. O'Farrell and Mrs. Pilsworth, dined there; renewed my cold.
Gave up going to Castletown. Went to bed.
Dr. O'Farrell came. Ulcerated sore throat; laid up entirely.
No office, no reading. The Prov and F. Vincent came.
I had the blessing of the relic last night. Seem much better. No office yet.
Better. No Mass, but said Mattins for tomorrow. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft Epiph. Feb 13. Said Mass at 9. Began B. Leonard's life.
Wrote to my sister and Miss Marsh at Venice.
O'Grady is promised £20 by Jas Rogers to go to the Novitiate.
Better, still weak.
Letter from Mrs. Montgomery about L* Spencer; I answered it.
Rather worse. Gave up going out next week. Kind letter from my sister.
Better; wrote to Ly Spencer (Dowager). ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuag Sun. Feb 20. Mass at 9. O'Grady brought two youths to see me.
Reading life of B. Nicolo Fattori.
Began to write on my missions.
Long kind letter from Ly. Spencer. Went on writing as yesterday.
Employed as yesterday. Read thro' part of it in (125 cont.v.) recreation.
Went on a little with my writing, but found the matter of company keeping difficult.
Wrote a long letter to my sister. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexages Sun. Feb 27. ****** long letter to my sister, and began one to Ld. Spencer. Sat thro' the recreation.
Recreation. I walked to Dublin, 5 miles. Dinner in library at 6.
Commem of the Passion. High Mass at 10 1/2. I opened the Retreat at 6.
Fr. Prov.l gives the Riforme at 3. O'Grady ready to start. At 6 death.
Jo Payne called. At 6 Part. Judgement.
Heavy about a letter from my sister. At 6 Hell.
Wrote to Mr. Warren. No sermon; heard 18 confessions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinquag Sun. Mar 6. Tired with yesterday. Preached in chapel at 4 (Love of God). I did nothing much later.
I preached Mass at 4. At 6 Paradise.
Renewal of vows etc. at 7 1/2. Jo Payne from 10 to 12. I went to Richardson's at 2. Ash Wed Mar 9. R.W. at 9 to Birr; lunched at convent. Dined at Eglesh. Preached at 6 1/2.
Fr. Murray drove me to Frankford; back to dinner. Sermon at 6.
Fr. Murray ill in bed. Regular day.
Regular day. Fr. Murray better. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun Lent Mar 13. I said Mass and preached at 10. Fr. Murray still ill. Dined at 4. Car to Birr. Spoke to the nuns at 7 1/2. Slept at Matthew's Hotel.
Preached at Mass and at 7. Children at 1/4 2. Slept at Fr. Egan's. (125 cont.vi.)
Do. Dined at Fr. Egan's.
At 12 car to Frankford. Preached at 6; called at Eglish.
S. Pat.k Preached and pledged at 12. Do. Children at 2. Preached at 5.
Fr. Lynch drove me to Tullamore. The rest Do.
6 hours confessions, the rest Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun in Lent. Mar 20. F. Lynch took me to preach at Killoughy, good collection. Dined at 3 alone. Car to Birr, preached at 6 1/2.
Mass at 7 1/2. Preached at 7. Confessions. gave pledge.
I sleep at Fr. Egan's as yesterday, and confessions.
At 12 went to Shinon to settle with Fr. O'Malley.
Regular day.
I said Mass at the workhouse at 8 and preached. Took car to Carrick and preached. At home at 7.
Car to Thomastown. Saw mr. Bennett, and to Kinnity. Home at 6. ---------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun in Lent Mar 27. Collected in rain at 3 **** . Preached at 12 and 6 1/2.
Mass at the convent at 7 1/2. Preached in church at 7.
Do.
Car to Bro** to dine. Preached at Sherope at 7.
Mass at 8; breakfast with Mrs. Kelly. F. Maher of Delinheerin came here to sleep.
We dined as well as before.
A long day of confessions etc. Wet damp weather, but no cold caught. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun in Lent. Apr 3. Mass at 8 1/2; preached at 9, 12 1/2 and 7 1/2. Fr. Healy and Hurley dined here.
Mass in the house at 7. Car to Birr, talk to the Rev. (125 cont.vii.) Mothers.
Mass and preached at 7. Talk. Dined at F. Egan's.
Mass and preached to the nuns. R.W. at 12.55 to Roscrea. Fr. Slattery took me to Dunkerrin; preached at 7.
Day at Dunkerrin in chapel. Dinner of priests at 4.
Day at Moneygall. Breakfast and dined at Miss Harts.
Day at Dunkerrin. Dined at 5 with Fr. Meagher P.P. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun Ap 10. Mass in the house at 7 1/4. Preached at Moneygall at 9 1/4; at Dunkerrin at 12 1/2; at Toomavara at 3; and at Ballinrea at 7.
Mass and confessions at Toomavara. Dined with P.P. at 4 at Grenanstown. Slept at Enright's.
Regular day at Toomavar.
Mass and confessions at Toom. 2 1/2 coach to Nenagh. Dined at convent; slept at Fr. Jo Canlan's.
Mass at convent. Dined with Bishop. Benediction, preached and finished novena at convent at 7.
Dine at convent at 1. Took car to Ballinrea; confessions and preached. Mr. Roche took me home to Ballinamona.
Regular day at Grenanstown. Dined at Mr. Roche's. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Ap 17. I blessed the Palms and said Mass at 9 1/2 at Grenanstown; preached there. At Toom at 12. Dined with Mr. Jas Roche at Norwood. Preached at Ballenrea. Went to Nenagh to sleep.
Coach to Roscrea at 10. R.W. to Dublin. Dined at 6.
At 2 went to see Mrs. Bennett and Miss Milward.
Confessions. Tenebre at 6 1/2.
Fr. Prov.l celebrated. Miss Longford. I watched from 11 to 12.
F. Vincent celebrant. He went to Drogheda.
I celebrated. Long line at confessions. (125 cont.viii.) Easter Sun Ap 24. I preached. Wrote to Mr. Bunn now a Catholic. No afternoon service. I went to Inchicore. Fr. Fox preached. Procession. Went about Miss Longford.
Went out at 9 1/2 about Miss Longford's case. Dined with Miss Wall; home at 4 1/2.
Miss Longford found out at Mr. Sarrin's and in Baggott St.
R.W. 8 1/2 to Navan, car to Dunsany. Preached at Kilmessan at 7.
Mass etc. at Dunsany. We went to dine at Killeen Castle. I slept there. Stormy.
Lord Fingaff's car at 6 to Kilmehan, breakfast in vestry. Walked home to dine; back to preach.
Dunsany, drove to Skryne to see Mr. Kelly. ----------------------------------------------------------------
Preached at Kilmissan. Benediction and preached at Skryne at 7.
Day at Rath*****. Breakfast at Mr. Delaney's. Dined with Mr. Langare.
Regular day at Skryne.
Office and Requiem at Skryne. Priests dined at 4. Went to preach at Boyestown.
Regular at Boyestown. Walked to dinner at F. Gerrard's.
Regular at Moynaboy. Slept in schol.
Boyestown. Breakfast at Mrs. Mooney's. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun af East. May 8. Preached at 9 1/2 at Boyestown; at 12 1/2 at Moynaboy; 3 at Culmullin. dined at 5 1/2 with Fr. Duff at Duns Laughline. Preached there at 7.
Regular at Dunslaughlin; good pledging.
Do. at Culmullin. Meals with Mr. Ennis.
Do. at Dunsha****lin. Race day near it; few people.
At 1 car to Painstown, Fr. Lynch. Preached at Yellow Furze.
Regular day at Kents town. Dined with Mr. Kinsella. (125 cont.ix.)
Regular at Yellow Furze. -------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun af East. May 15. Said Mass etc. at Kentstown at 9. Breakfast with Mrs. Morgan. Preached at Yellow Furze at 12 1/2. Preached at 7 at Rosnaree, Fr. Farrell.
Regular day at Donore. Dined with Mr. McCann. Do. at Rosnaree.
Mass at Donore. At 1 went to Duleck, Fr. Hanlon. Letters. Preached.
Regular at Duleck.
Day at Ballenstown. Breakfast and dined at Mr. Boylan's, Milltown. Called on Fr. Nowlan (Stamullen). Regular.
Regular at D. and sleep. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun May 22. Mass at Duleck at 7. Collected at 8 1/2. Preached at Ballenstown at 10 1/2; at Duleck at 12 1/4. Dined with Fr. Nowlan at 5. Preached at Stamullen at 7.
Day at Stamullen. Dined at Gormanstown castle at 2.
Regular at Julianstown. Dined at Mr. Gough's. ************.
Mass at Stamullen. R.W. at 10.50 to Dublin, dined. R.W. at 4 to Enfield. Preached at Summerhill.
Regular at Summerhill. Dined in vestry at 5.
Regular at **allon. Dined in vestry.
Regular at Dan****. Mrs. Murphy sent dinner. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Nenagh 2. Ballinamore 2. Nenagh 1. B. Paul's 9. Dunsany 1. Killeen Castle 1. Duns*** 2. Skryne 3. Moynaboy 4. Dunslaughlin 4. Painstown 3. Rosnaree 3. Duleck 4. Stamullen 3. Summerhill. 25 weeks. (126) Summerhill May 29 1859. 1. Kilcloon 4. Dumboyne 3. Maynooth 4. Drogheda 4. B. Paul's 2. Newbridge 5. Portarlington 1. Mountrath 1. Rathcabin 4. Lorha 3. Roscrea 4. Maryboro 7. Mountrath 3. Mountmelick 4. Portarlington 7. Ra*een 4. Claughjordan 3. Nenagh 1. Claughjordan 2. Borris O'Kane 5. B. Paul's 2. Balyna 1. Garisker 1. Balyna 1. Garisker 1. Clane 4. Kilcook 3. Edenderry 3. B. Paul's 3. Kingscourt 4. Longfield 4. Nenagh 6. Borris ******* 4. Bou**yna 3. V Sun aft East May 29. Said Mass at home at 6. Preached at Yallow at 9 1/2; at Dangary at 11 1/2. Went to Kilcloon, dined at 5 1/2. Preached at 7 1/2.
Full day at Batterstown. Dined with Mr. Dunne. No school.
Regular at Kilcloon.
Regular at Reddingstown. Dined at Quirke's. Ascension Th June 2. I said Mass at 5 1/2. Preached at Batterstown at 8 1/2; at Kilcloon at 10 1/2; at Reddingstown at 12 1/2. Dumboyne begun at 7 1/2.
Regular.
Do. Dumboyne -----------------------------------------------------------------
Mass at 6 in priest's house. Collected before 2 Masses. Preached and pledged at 11 1/2. Car to Maynooth Coll. Dined at 4; preached in chapel.
Regular. Maynooth chapel. Dined in the College.
Went to Leixlip (Fr. Doyle CC); Fr. Cainen came to dine and brought me home.
Thunder storm. Regular as June 6.
Mass at convent. R.W. 8.36 to Dub., and again at 1 to Drogheda. Dined at 4, Fr. Mathews. Preached at 7.
Whole day at Mornington. Meals with Miss Heany.
Regular at Drogheda. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun. June 12. Mass at 6. Collected at Drogheda at 8 and 11 1/2 Mass, and at 7. At Mornington collected at 10 and Preached. Boys at Drogheda at **; Girls at 2 3/4.
Mass at 8. R.W. at 10 1/2 to Dub. 1st. stone laid by Dr. Whelan at 3. Mr. Anderdon preached.
All day at home. (126 cont.i.)
Went with Dan to R.W. to Newbridge, 7. Car to Kildare, saw Fr. Brennan. R.W. at 9.45 to Kilkeny, Bp. out. Saw President etc. at Seminary. Back to preach at Newbridge at 7.
Regular at Newbridge. Visited the Dominican House.
Fr. Flannagan drove me to Sandcroft (in vain); came back to preach at 7.
Went in Mr. Muldowney's car to Fr. Muldowney at Carragh and Clane; no success. Back to preach. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Trinity Sun. June 19. Mass at 8; preached after 11 o'clock Mass, and directly after at the Dominican chapel. Mr. Flood's car to dine with F. Kavanagh P.P., and then to preach at two mile house chapel. 4 collections.
R.W. at 1.50 to Monastown; dined with Fr. Healy V.G. R.W. at 5.38 to Portarlington. Slept at Fr. O'Connell's; tea with the nuns.
Mass at convent at 7 and preached. R.W. at 8.58 to Mountrath. Found Fr. Egan CC. Walked to Castletown. Repulsed by Mr. Moore P.P. Fr. Dunne P.P. Home at 6. Read Card Wiseman on the Popes.
Mass at the convent (Mrs. Stein). R.W. at 11.1 to Birr. Moth Anast ill in bed, a long talk. Dined at 4. Fr. Con O'Brien took me to Rathcabbin. I and F. Vincent preached. Slept at Mr. Dooley's.
Corp. Xti. Mass and preached at 10 and at 7. Dined at 5.
Regular at Rathcabbin.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun af Pent. June 26. Conferences at 6 till 11. Mass and preached etc. Dined at Fr. O'Brien's (the Grt. Redan). Preached at 7 at Lorha. Slept at Miss Mahon's and Mrs. Carrolls.
Regular at Lorha. Fr. Vincent etc. confessing. Dined at Fr. O'Brien's; back to preach.
All alone. Regular at Lorha. Drove after dinner to see Mr. Moore.
SS. Peter and Paul. Preached at Redwood after Fr. McCormack's Mass. Said Mass and preached at Lorha. Car to Birr convent. Missed the train and so had to drive in a car to Roscrea, just in time to preach. Slept at Mrs. Crotty's. (126 cont.ii.)
Regular at Roscrea. Dined at Fr. Blake's.
FF. Vincent, Osmund, and Bernard came to dine with Mrs. Crotty. At 6 I spoke to the pupils at the convent (Feast of Sacred Heart).
Regular at Roscrea. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft P. July 3. Collected after 3 Masses etc. At 2 1/2 a slow car to Maryboro. Preached after vespers.
Regular at Maryboro'.
Regular at the Heath chapel, but drove in to dine with the conference priests at the Hotel.
Regular at Maryboro'.
Do. at Rathancska. Dr. Taylor came out to dine at Mr. Conyans.
Regular at Maryboro'. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun. July 10. At 6 Mass and preached at convent. Collected and preached at Maryboro', and car to Mountrath.
Regular at Mountrath.
Do.
Do. till 2. Car to Mountmellick. Preached.
Children at 12 in convent chapel.
Regular t home.
Reg.r at Clonaghadoe. Dined with Mr. Kinsella. ---------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft P. July 17. Mount Mellick at 8 1/2 and 11 1/2. Clonnaghadoe at 10. Said Mass at 6 Portarlington convent. Dined, preached and collected.
Reg.r at Killinard. Dined in vestry.
Children for once. Regular.
Regular.
Nuns confessions after dinner.
Regular at Portarlington. (126 cont.iii.)
At 5 Fr. O'Connell drove me to Raheen to settle with F. Murphy CC. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun Jul 24. Fr. O'Connell collected for me at both Masses. I preached and pledged. Car at 3 to Raheen; preached at 7.
Regular at Raheen.
Reg.r at Ballinagar. F. Murphy with me. Dined etc. at Dunne's.
Fr. Murphy with me to Killeigh. Regular. Dined in P.P.'s house.
Mass at 6. R.W. to Roscrea and car to Claughjordan.
Regular at Calughjordan.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun July 31. Mass at the oratory at 6. Claughjordan Mass at 9 1/2, pledged. Fr. Scanlan drove me to Ardcroney. Mass at 12. Preached and Benediction. Fr. Batt Scanlan took me to dine with Fr. John at Nenagh. Back to preach at Kilruan, and back again to sleep at Nenagh.
Mass at convent at 7. Dr. Vaughan's funeral att 11. At 3 home to Claughjordan. No service.
Regular at Ardcroney.
Regular at Kilruan till 2. Went and preached at 7 1/2 at Boris O'Kane.
Went to Eglish. Nothing prepared. Said Mass, then went to the Dominican's at Boula. Preached at High Mass. Wrote letters, dined and back to Eglish late to preach, and home.
Reg.r at Boris O'Kane. Sat. Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun aft Pent. Aug 7. Mass at 8 1/2 at Borris O'Kane. Drove in rain to Eglish, Fr. Nolan's Mass. 2nd. Mass at Borris at 12 etc. Dined with Mr. Heenan; preached at 7 1/2.
Car to Birr at 5 1/2. Mass at convent. At 12 R.W. to Dublin.
At home all day. (126 cont.iv.)
R.W. at 10 1/2 to Moy valley. Fr. Fel Treacy met me. Called on Mr. More O'Ferrall and the schools. Wrote letters. Dined with Mr. M. O'Ferrall at 6. No service.
Regular at Broadford. Dined at 5 with Fr. Fenlon the curate. Breakfast at Miss Corcoran's. Slept at Mr. Nangle's (Garisker).
Reg.r at Broadford. Dined at Garisker's. Slept at Fr. Treacy's, Balyna.
Went in heavy rain with Fr. Treacy to Johnstown. Reg.r day. Dined at Dr. O'Brien's. Mr. Nangle's car took me an hour to Garisker. ---------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun Aug 14. Mr. Nangle's 2nd horse took me to Cloherinsoe to collect before 9. ** Mass and back to say Mass at 12. His 3rd horse took me 15 miles to Clane. Dined with Fr. Conroy; no service.
Assumption B.V.M. Said Mass at Stapletown etc at 11. Breakfast at Mr. White's. Preached at Rathcoffy at 3, and at Clane at 7.
Regular at Stapletown. Fr. O'Neill CC came. We dined at Mr. Whites.
Regular at Clane. Dined with Mr. Donnellan.
Regular. Rathcoffy till 2 1/2. Then car to Kilcoch. Dined with Fr. W. Treacy. Preached at 7. Slept all thro' at Mr. Healy's.
Regular Kilcoch. Sat. Do. at Newtown. Meals at Mr. Cullens. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun aft Pent. Aug 21. Mass at 6. Collected there at 8 and 11, and at Newtown at 10. Preached at Edenderry at 6.
Regular at Edenderry.
Do.
Reg.r till 2. Car to Enfield. R.W. 5 to Dublin.
At home. Provincial here.
At home. Translated for Prov.l.
R.W. at 1 to Kells. Fr. O'Reilly met and took me to Kingscourt. (126 cont.v.) XI Sun Aug 28. Said last Mass at 11 1/2. children at 3. Preached at 6.
Regular at Kingscourt. 30. Do. 31. Do.
Mass at 4 1/2. Car to Kells. R.W. at 8.45 to Dub. R.W. at 1 to Goulds Cross. Darcy with covered car took me to dine alone at Longfield, to preach at 7 at Boherlahan, and home to sleep at Longfield.
Regular at Dualla, 6 Irish miles off with Darcy. Heavy rain. Dined with Mr. Quigley, Fr. Hardman there.
Regulat at Boherlahan. Dined in vestry. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun Sep 4. Darcy to Dualle. Preached after Gospel. Said Mass at 12 at Boherlahan etc. Dining at home.
Mass in the house at 7 1/2. R.W. at 9.45 to Templemore. Post car to Nenagh; slept at Imperial Hotel. Dined at Dr. Flannery's with 6 Bishops.
Month's mind for Dr. Vaughan. Great dinner at Hotel. Slept at the Bishop's.
Mass at convent. Writing accounts. Girls at 2 1/4. Began the mission at 6. Slept all thro' at the Bishop's.
Mass at 8. Breakfast with Bp at convent. Regular.
Regular.
Do. Confessions ***. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun af Pent. Sep 11. Said Mass at 6 in convent. Collected before Mass at 8, 10 and 12. At 2 1/2 car to Borrisohigh. Preached at 6.
Reg.r.
Do.
Do.
Reg.r at Borrisohigh till 2. Car to Bourna; no service prepared. Wrote letters.
Went very late with Fr. Horan to Couraganeen chapel. Said Mass at 12 and preached. Back to dine at 5 1/2. The P.P. (126 cont.vi.) allows no night services.
Regular day at Clonakenny, but no evening sermon. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun aft Pent. Sep 18. Said Mass in the house at 6. Preached and collected 4 times. 1st. Clonakenny at 9. 2nd. Couraganeen 11 1/2. Rosconroe 4; Kinelty at 5 1/2. Dined after.
Regular at Kinelty.
Reg.r at Longford.
Reg.r at Cadamstown. Home to dine after evening service.
Started at 5 1/2. Mass at Rosconorea at 6 1/2. R.W. at Roscrea at 9 1/4 and Limerick 1.45. Car to Broadford. Dined at Fr. Burke's; Bp and 15 priests there. Horse knocked up on the way to Clonlara. Mr. Hartigan took me up. Preached at Clonlara. Slept at Fr. Kennedy's.
Regular at Clonlara.
Reg.r at Trugh. Back to dine at 6 3/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun aft Pent. Sep 25. Said Mass at Trugh at 9 1/2. Preached there at Clonlara at 12 1/2. Fr. Hennessy came for me. We crossed the Shannon to Castle Connell. Heavy rain. Preached at 6 1/2.
Regular at Castleconnell. Children at 12.
Do. No children.
R.W. at 9.10 to Limerick. Thence at 11.30 1st. class by Mr. Halpin to Dub. Went to bed with sore foot.
R.W. at 10 1/2 to Enfield for Carberry with poltesss on. Wrote letters at Fr. Byrnes. Preached at Derinturn chapel.
Regular at Dunforth. Dined in vestry. Sat. Do. in Derinturn. Dined and slept at Miss Boylan's. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun aft Pent. Oct 2. Mass at Miss Boylan's (where I slept) at 6 1/2. Preached at Derinturn at 9 1/2. Dunforth at 12. Confessions till 6. Dined and slept *********** McDonnalls
Mass at Mr. McDonnall's at 6 1/2. He took me to Fr. John Masterson's, then to Enfield station. R.W. at 10 1/2 to Dublin. Went with Fr. Osmund to Brady's. (126 cont.vi.)
Went with Fr. Osmund to Mrs. McCready's and Surgeon O'Reilly's. Sat long at Miss Wall's.
At home nursing sore foot. Wrote letters and read Gur******.
At home. Fr. Osmund went thro' his operation at 3 o'clock. O'Doherty operated; O'Reilly was by. Fr. Oct 7. At home etc.
Do. My foot was better. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun aft Pent. Oct 9. I read half Dr. Cullen's Pastoral at Mass.
At home. Mr. Massily of Grav***es went away.
At home. Tu Oct 11. At home. <SIC>
Expected to see Ld. Carlisle, put off. At 5 took R.W. to Newry. Saw Dr. Blake. Slept at Halligan's Hotel.
Mass at Convent. Car to Violet Hill. At 11 Dr. McLeigh's car came for me. Dined at Hilltown; preached at 5.
Reg.r at Hilltown.
Do. at Cabr. Dined at 7 3/4. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII Sun aft Pent. Oct 16. Mass at 9 and preached at Cabra. Preached at Hilltown at 12 1/2 and at 5. Mr. Pierce Barrow dined with us.
Sent to Newry in car. R.W. at 1 3/4 to B. Paul's.
By order from Prov.l took Steamer at 2 thro' to London.
Got to S. Joseph's at 3 1/2 by car. At home.
Went with Prov after Passports. Payne, Dr. Monk etc. Home at 5.
F. Prov.l, F. Joseph and I took cab to London Br. At 1.20 R.W. to Paris. Got to B*** La Fontaine at 11.
Saw Fr. Joseph off to Bordeaux at 10. Did business with Fr. Prov.l in the town. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX Sun Oct 23. Mass at S. Sulpice at 7 1/2. M. Marzion took us to see his children at Conoints. Then to dine at Versailles, (126 cont.vii.) Rue *alory 47. We came home at 9 1/2.
We took R.W. at 7 1/2 to Chartres and saw the cathedral, and R.W. at 12.20 to Liez. Dined and slept at Mr. Barberry's at Efsay.
I took R.W. to Le Mans at 4, having waited at Seez 3 1/2 hours. Slept at Hotel de Paris.
R.W. at 6 1/2 to tours. Said Mass in cathedral; saw the Bishop. John and Juliana Watts Russell, whom I met, took me to Beautertre.
At home all day. No Mass possible. Priests from Loches to dine.
At home with Mad. Cornie.
M. Cornie took me to say Mass at Loches. Breakfasted with the Cure. No querai at 12. Diligence to Tours. Dined with M. Dupont Rue St. Etienne. At 9 R.W. to Orleans. Slept at Hotel Wonhans. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 30. Mass at cathedral; heard High Mass there and vespers. Dejeuner and dinner with the Bp. At 9 R.W. to Paris. Obliged to sleep at an Hotel near the gare.
Cab to Bon le Fontaine. Long omnibus journey to see M. D'Avrainville, 4 Cite O dirt. 5 1/2 R.W. to dine and sleep at Versailles.
Mass at the convent and preached a little. Came in with Marzion. We went to Irish Coll. R.W. at 2 to Amiens. Dined and slept at Bp. Boudinot.
After Mass visited the Franciscans. R.W. at 11.1o to Boulogne. Stopped at Monsgr. Haffringue's.
Fr. Prov.l went to Hardengen. I wrote to Monteith. Saw Mrs. Steinforth, and Mr. and Mrs. Bunn.
With Mrs. Steinforth from 10 till 12 (4 bis Place Navaron). After dinner with Mr. Gretton, and the Bunns to tea at 4.
Fr. Prov.l was back yesterday. Mrs. Steinforth with me from 8 to 10. Fr. Prov.l and I dined with Monsgr. in his room at 12. At 2 1/2 sailed to Folkestone; blowing hard. R.W. expr to London. Cab to Highgate, 12 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun aft Pent. Nov 6. I preached at last Mass. F. Aloysius at night. (126 cont.viii.)
At home all the week nursing my foot.
Began translating book on meditations for Fr. Prov.l.
Conferences begun with the students.
Translation. Foot up.
Do.
Do. 21 or 22 convents praying for my sister who comes Tuesday here. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun Nov 13. My foot healed but tender. I did no service.
Translating.
Expecting my sister; did not come.
B. Paul's feast. I sang Mass as well as vespers yesterday, again today and Mattins. No preaching. Mrs. Payne and Miss Johnson called.
My sister and Caroline came at 3, G. Spencer Payne came for a Retreat.
I went by bus to Mrs. Hall's.
Mass in the old Billiard room. Freddy not up till 2, and so at 4 1/2 started walking and took bus home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun. 20. High Mass for B. Paul. Dr. Morris preached at vespers 7 o'clock.
Writing an address to the Pope.
Went to see Lady Spencer, 106 Eaton Squ. My sister and Caroline and Spencer there.
Worked at Platea.
Fr. Prov.l off to Broadway. I left with the students.
Spoke Latin with the students.
Zoological gardens. Lunch, 12 Stratton St. Bus to Kingsbury. Wilfrid come home for 3 days. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Adv. Nov 27. 2 Masses at Hyde. Walked to New Road. Bus to Holloway; preached. (126 cont ix.)
Finished book on meditn.
Mr. Kavanagh from 3 to 7. Translating B. Paul's life.
Do. Payne called.
Translating with Kavanagh.
Do.
Translating till 6. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Dorness 3. Castleconnell 3. B. Paul's 1. Carberry 2. Miss Boylan's 1. Dunforth 1. B. Paul's 9. Newry 1. Hilltown 4. B. Paul's 1. R.W. 1. S. Jos 2. ******** 2. Multignon 1. Le Mans 1. Beau tertre 3. Orleans 1. Paris 1. Versailles 1. Amiens 1. Boulogne 3. S. Jos 13. Kingsbury 1. S. Jos 7. Kingsbury 1. S. Jos 6. 27 weeks. S. Jos Dec 4 1859. 3. Hammersmith 1. (127) S. Jos 6. Hammersmith 1. S. Jos 38. Broadway 5. Birmingham 1. S. Benedict's Priory 3. Levenshulme 5. S. Anne's 16. R.W. and Steamer 1. Westland Row 16. John's lane 2. Clare Castle 5. Doora 9. Birr 7. Doora 1. Barefield 4. Ruan 4. Miltown Mallay 3. Ennistymony 4. Kilnora 3. Corrofion 3. Fairy Hill 8. Cooraclare 3. Kilrush 3. Limerick 1. Quin 3. Six mile bridge 4. Steamer and R.W. 1. S. Jos 4. Northampton 1. II Sun of Adv. Dec 4. Preached at Kentish Town at 11 1/2 and 7. Came home between.
Kavanagh at 3.
Translating all day.
Do. M. Countny.
Sung Mass at 8 1/2. Working all day. Benediction at 7. Lady Spencer called at 3.
Worked all day with Kavanagh.
Do. till 6. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Adv. Dec 11. Went by R.W. to Turnham Green, expected at Mass. Enlisted the children at 4. Dined with Dr. Bones. Slept at the Walkers.
Mass at 8. Dined at Mrs. Walkers at 12, she in bed. Bus to London. Tea at Mr. Marshall's. Home at 8.
F. Raphael and Aloysius home. Wed., Th., Fri., and Sat. Work as usual. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv. Dec 18. R.W. at 9.11 to Hammersmith Mr. ****don the pledge. Dined with Garthorn; tea at Keen's. Slept at Walker's.
Breakfast with Dr. Bones. After Mass dined at Mr. Walker's. Bus to Mr. Philp, then to Mr. Adolf and home.
At home.
Do.
Do. I gave an exame in choir.
Helped Fr. Prov.l at his Xmas sermon. Novena finished at 7 1/2. Sat. Prov.l sermon etc. At 11 solemn mattins. (127 cont.i.)
Xmas day. Fr. Prov.l sung Mass at night and preached. I sung Mass at 11. Fr. Aloysius preached. He, Fr. Eugene and I visited Mr. Caselled. A second dinner.
Wrote to Frank Marshall at Lisbon. Worked alone.
Long walk with students to National Gallery, and with Br. Paul Mary to Commercial Road to the convent, and called of Mr. Kelly. Home at 5 1/2.
At home.
Do.
Talking Latin with students.
At home. Up as usual at 12 and night. ================================================================
I preached at 11 1/2 and at 7, concluding with Benediction after exposition from 1 till 7 for the Pope. I watched from 2 to 3.
At home; bad eye.
Do.
Do.
Do.
I went to preach at St. Johns Wood. Dined with Mrs. Thornton.
At home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun aft Epiph. Jan 8. Preached at Holloway at 11. Dined and home to preach at 7 1/2.
Worked with Prov.l.
Correcting press.
At home.
At home looking over translation etc.
Do. Do. and correcting sermon for Fr. Prov.l.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 15. I went to call on Mr. Willis and had tea. Preached at 7 1/2 and gave Benediction. (127 cont.ii.)
At home correcting.
Do.
Went with Mrs. Wallis to see Mrs. Carrington; dined at Walkers.
Said last Mass. At home.
At home as usual.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 22. Preached morning and evening at Holloway. Enrolled for England 24. Gave the Pledge; home at 9 3/4.
Walked with the 5 students to the oratory. Kindly received by Fr. Faber and Gloag. Home at 5.
At home.
Started at 9 with Fr. Aloysius; he to Alnwick, I to Broadway. R.W. at 9 1/2 to Evesham. F. Flavian met me with a cab. Dined, and took 2 hours walk with the Novices.
Conferences with the Novices. Gave the exame.
Mass for Mr. Hall anniv. Conferences.
Conferences. Saw the Hookers and Miss Waddy. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Epiph. Jan 29. F. Alphonsus preached at 11 1/2. Fr. Dominic at 7 1/2. I nothing.
Cab to Evesham with Fr. Bernard, and to Birmingham. We dined with the Bishop. He went to Bradesly. I had tea with Mrs. Doyle at Handsworth, and supper. Called at convent and Mr. Hardman.
Saw Mary Ann Samllwood, the oratory. Woodwards dined at Bishop's. The canons came. R.W. to Stafford with Canon Huddleston. Then to St. Benedict's Priory, 7. Buthand was there.
At home, speaking with the nuns etc.
Mass and candles at 6 1/2. I was Deacon at High Mass (Fr. Dullard's) at 9 and preached. Then at home.
R.W. at 9 to Manchester. Dined with Bishop. R.W. 7 1/2 to Levenshulme. (127 cont.iii.)
A letter from Mrs. Hall; her mother dying. So I went to Liverpool, saw Raymund Steinforth, then to Wavertree till evening. Got to Richardson's at 10. -------------------------------------------------------------- Septuag Sun. Feb 5. R.W. 9.10 to Manchester. Preached at S. John's Salford at 11 1/2 and at 7. Dined at Bishop's. Visited schools at 3. Walked back with bag*ty 10 1/2.
Conferences with nuns.
Confessions. Wrote letter to Ld. Spencer for £1000. Wed. Went to Sutton. Visited nuns in Smith's house.
Gave exame. Went with F. Bernardine to see Smiths in a new home.
At home. Raymund Steinforth came to see me about 5. Back again at 8 to Liverpool.
Conferences, and confessions of nuns all day. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag Sun. Feb 12. Mass at convent; preached at 11. Lectured at Peazley Cross at 3 1/2. John Brown to see me.
Sister Vincent etc. from Liverpool. I spoke to the nuns.
I sung Mass 10 1/2. Sol Passionis. Fr. Leonard opened the Retreat at 6 1/2.
Fr. Leonard Riforma at 2, and medit.n at 6 1/2 every day. I read the life of S. Mary Magdalene of Pazzi half thro'.
Conferences with the students. Fr. 17. Do.
Made my confession to Fr. Leonard. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinqu Sun. 19. Fr. Bernardine read the Bp's Pastoral, 1 hour and 5 m. with accompaniments. I preached at 7 on England's hopes. FF. Bernardine and Alban very zealous.
Retreat or confer.
Retreat concluded; dinner at 4. Ash Wed Feb 22. I preached at 7 1/2.
Nuns confessions thro'. Prov.l came. (127 cont.iv.)
I went at 1.25 to Liverpool. Saw sister Vincent's place. Walked to Wavertree. Wilfrid came with me to the Steamer. Fr. Prov.l and Bernard there. Rough passage.
Kingstown at 6 1/2. I said Mass at B. Paul's. FF. Prov., Vincent, Bernard and I dined with Dean Meyler at 5. Lodged at Mrs. Murphy's, 4 Westland Row. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Lent. Feb 26. Fr. Vincent opened at 12 1/2. I did nothing today. Wrote letters etc. Fr. Bernard took the children every day. Fr. Prov the Sacraments at 7. Fr. Vincent the predica.
Fr. Vincent the medit.n at 7 1/2. I began the Decalogue with motedo at 11 1/2. Confessions. Evening as yesterday 1/4 8. Children at 1 1/2. Dinner at 3.
Went with Fr. Bernard at 2 to Dr. O'Ferrall. At 11 1/2 1st. commandment.
Do.
Do.
Do. Went to see John Brenan ill at Sir Patrick Dun's Hospital. Sat. 2nd commandment, swearing. No preaching at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Lent. Mar 4. I preached at night; collection for the schools.
At 11 1/2 cursing.
3rd. commandment ***** works.
Hearing Mass.
Commandment. Fathers.
Mothers.
Do. Other superiors. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Lent. Mar 11. Went to give communion to Mrs. Roe, 90 L. Mount St. Enrolled 160 for England after Mass. At 7 preached on pledge and gave it to many.
11 1/2 Anger.
11 1/2 Scandal. (127 cont.v.) Wed. Mr. Beamy called. 11 1/2 6th. commandment. Th. No preaching for me. 1400 confirmed. We dined wih the Dean; 20 at dinner.
7th. and 8th. commandments.
S. Patrick. I preached after feast Mass. Called at John's Lane on the Bishop. We dined with the Dean. Finished confessions at 10 1/2. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Lent. Mar 18. Communion to Mrs. O'Donohue. Preached at 12 1/2. Went with F. Bernard to dine at John's Lane. Preached there at 7 and slept.
Went with Dr. O'Connor to give confirmation to Mrs. Roe. Walked to Bl.d Paul's. Back to preach at John's Lane and sleep (on S. Joseph).
Took R.W. at ** to Limerick, thence to Clare Castle, Fr. O'Connor. Preached at 7.
Regular at Clare. Blustering weather.
Do. Pledge.
Do. Sat. Do. Cold threatening. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun. Mar 25. Said Mass at 9; preached at 12 1/2. Fr. O'Connor drove me to dine at Doora, Fr. Vaughan's. Preached at 7.
Regular day at Doora.
Regular at Doora. Dr. Ryan visited for the night and was turned out of the chapel drunk.
Regular. Fr. Fitzgerald to help.
Regular. Raining and cold.
At 11 went with the others to Ennis for a meeting of Clare Priests. Made friendship with Fr. Donelly, the Primates man.
Regular at Doora. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun. Apr 1. I blessed Palms and said Mass at 9. Fr. Vaughan and I both preached at 11 1/2. Again I preached at 7. (127 cont.vi.)
Regular at Doora.
Mass at 6. R.W. at 8 from Clare Castle. Got to Birr at 4.40. Slept at Post Office (Mr. Kennedy's).
Dined at Fr. Egan's (and every day). Tenebre at 6 1/2.
Mass etc. at convent. Preached after service in the church at 11 Sepulchre. Tenebre. Fri. Service and sermon in convent. Heard Fr. Nogle in church. Via Crucis at 3.
Confessions ****** from 12 to 5. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Easter Sun Ap 8. Mass and sermon at 8. Benediction at 3. Dined with the priests.
All day in the convent, except a few confessions. Dined as before.
R.W. at 8.45 to Limerick. Went to the cathedral and Redemptorists with Mr. Walsh. R.W. at 1/4 5 to Ardollens. Slept at Doora.
Mass at Barefield at 8. Regular day. Dined and slept at Ha******.
Regular at Barefield. (Yesterday went to Ennis with Fr. Vaughan). Fr. 13. Regular. Fr. Maloney called.
Regular at Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sunday Ap 15. After last Mass Fr. Vaughan drove me to preach at Ruan at 3. Dined with Fr. Maloney at 5, and preached at Dysert at 7.
Regular at Ruan.
Regular at Dysert. Dined at Mrs. Quinlan's. Walked both ways.
Regular at Ruan.
Mass at 5 in the home. Went to meet the Milltown car; it was passed. I met one to Kilfenora. Called on Fr. Walsh and Father Quinn, and came to Ennistymore and Mittam. Fr. Bugler out till night. Mary Kinchari here. Preached at 7.
Regular at Miltown. (127 cont.vii.)
Reg.r at Miltown. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Easter. Apr 22. Finished at Miltown at 2. Postcar to Lahinch, preached at 3 1/2. Dined with Fr. Sheahan and preached at Ennistymon at 7.
Regular at Ennistymon.
Do. Dined etc. at Mrs. Barrett's.
Reg.r at Ennistymon. Th. Finished at Ennistymon, and then went to Kilfenora. Dined with Fr. Quinn P.P. Reached Lahinch at 7, and slept at Fr. Brennan's lodgings. Fr. Apr 27. Regular at Kilfenora. Sat. Do. Do. Dined at Fr. Quinn's. ---------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft East. Apr 29. Fr. Quin took me to Killeright at 10 to say Mass. Back to preach at Kilfenora after 12 o'clock Do. At 2 3/4 took the Mail car to Killinaboy, preached there at 3 1/2. Went on to Fr. Walsh at Carrofin. Preached there at 7. 5 collections.
Regular Corrofin. Tu. Do. Do. Wed <SIC> May 1. Took Mail car at 10 to Ennis; the post car to Fr. Lynch, Fairy Hill. He and Fr. Shannon would not let me begin till Sunday, so I had to write and put off Fr. Corbett. Wrote to Mrs. Hall. Th. Visited Kilmaley school. Went with the priests to dine with Fr. Quinn at Kilnamona. Home at 10.
Went with Fr. Lynch to visit Inch school. Then the Doctor's car took me to Kilnaly; then I walked to Connelly. The car brought me home.
At home all day. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft East. May 6. Mass at 6 1/2 at home. Fr. Lynch took me to Inch for 9 o'clock. Preached and collected. Kilmalley at 12; preached etc. A procession in the chapel. At 7 preached at Connolly. The car broke coming home. Walked with Fr. Shannon.
Regular at Kilmaly. Tu. Do. (127 cont.viii.) Wed. Do.
Started at 3 1/2. Mass at Ennis convent at 5. At 6 Mail car to Kilmaidnane, Fr. Quinlan. 7 o'clock preached at Cooraclare.
Reg.r at Crea.
Do. at Cooraclare. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun aft East. May 13. Mass at home at 6 1/2. Collected at Crea at 9. Preached at Cooraclare and went with car to Kilrush. Preached at 7.
Regular at Kilrush. Tu. Do. except at 6 Mass, and at 6 Benediction at convent.
At 10 took Steamer to Limerick. Mr. Walsh got me a monster meeting of the boys (as Oct 3 1850). I lodged at the Brothers Monastery. Ascension Thur May 17. R.W. at 6 to Quin; said Mass at Quin at 8. Fr. Corbett took me to Clooney for his Mass at 10; preached and collected. Back to preach at Quin at 12 1/2 and again at 7. 2 confessions.
Regular at Clooney. Dined in Sacristy.
Reg.r at Quin. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun aft East. 20. Mass at Quin at 8. Preached and pledged at Clooney during Fr. Smith's Mass. Do. at Quin at 12 1/2. Drove to Kilmurry to preach at 3 1/2, and at six mile bridge at 7 (5 collections, about 9-10-0). Mon. Regular at the Bridge.
Reg.r at 6 mile bridge.
Do. Breakfasted with Mr. Robins the English convert excise off. Th. Mass at home. R.W. at 1/4 9 to Limerick. Spoke to the girls at Presentation convent. Saw Br. Michael there. At 11 1/2 thro' ticket to London. Dub 4.15; car to B. Paul's (dined). At 7 started for London. 11 1/2 said Mass. Not home till 1. <SIC>
At home. Wrote to Ld. Spencer. (127 cont.ix) Whit Sun. May 27. I preached at 11 1/2. F. Joseph, Prov.l of Belgium sung Mass.
I went to lunch with the Dowager Lady Spen. Met my sister. Called at Hoares and Lane's. Met Frank Daniel, quite come round. Home at 7 1/2. Found house full of Fathers.
At 3 Dr. Morris came to bless the stone. The day was fine. Fr. Anderdon preached. I went by cab to Heston Squ., and at 8 R.W. to Northampton. Slept at Dr. Amherst's. Fr. Richmond alone at home.
At 10 1/2 went to Althorp and slept there. Saw Ly Spencer, Mary Wykes, Beazley, Chowler. Walked to the Rectory, Mr. Simpkinson. Ld. Spencer's ************* out. Th. Started at 8 to Weedon, said Mass, Mr. Clarks attended me. At 9.23 R.W. to Sutton, 2.30. F. Vincent preached after vespers. 1st. conference.
Improperia etc. Called on Jo. Smith.
High Mass at 8. I was subdeacon. Provincial re elected at once. After dinner all the others re elected. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun. Sessions before and after noon. I preached at 7. I was secretary; close work.
Chapter work.
Chapter closed at 12. Recreation dinner at 5.
Almost all went away. Conferences. Corp Xti. Th June 7. Said Mass at 5. At 7.15 R.W. to Manchester. Dined at the Bp's. Preached at 7 1/2 in S. John's. At 10.15 R.W. to Levenshulme.
Got thro' all the conferences and confessions of the nuns.
Went to see the Bp. Back to dine at Marshall's. ----------------------------------------------------------------
Went in to preach at the cathedral, then R.W. at 1.45 to S. Helens thro' Wigan. Preached at Sutton before the procession. Beautiful weather.
R.W. at 10.10 to Liverpool. Dined with Mrs. Hall and staid all day. At 9.10 went off for Dublin.
Got to Blessed Paul's at 6 1/2. At home all day.
The 3 Prov.ls went away. Stormy. (127 cont.x.)
A letter put me off going to Castletown. I went with Fr. Osmund to Dublin. Tea with Mrs. Pilsworth. Called on Mr. Kennedy (James St.), and John's Lane.
I called at Church St priests, and Merchant's Quay after dining in John's Lane.
Walked with Joe to R.W. to Navan at 1. Fr. Gibney's car to Castletown. ---------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 17. Wrote to Fred Hall. Preached at 11 1/2 and at 7.
Regular at Castletown.
Regular at Fletcherstown. Dinner out.
Car to Navan. Dr. O'Reilly's car to Ratoath. Dined and stopped at Lagore. Preached at 7 1/2.
Reg.r at Ratoath, but drove to Currala and Garristown. Fr. Reg.r. Stormy. Sat. Reg.r. ---------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Pent. June 24. Mass at Loagore at 8. Preached at Ashbourne at 11; at Ratouth at 1. Confessions. Dined at 6.
M. Thunders car to Drogheda. R.W. at 2.23 to Dundalk; dined at the Dean's. Car to Louth and Ardee. Slept there.
Mass at convent. Car to Collon Grangegeith, Castle Billingham. R.W. to Portadown. Slept at Miss Manleys.
Car at 10 to Tanderagee and Lurgan. Dined there, and back to Portadown.
Mass at Miss Manley's at 6. R.W. at 8 to Drogheda, and over to three parishes to see the P.P.s. R.W. at 3.48 to Skerries, Rev Thos Farrell. Confessions at night. Fr. 29. SS. Peter and Paul. Preached at 12 1/2 and 7. Gave pledge.
Regular at Skerries. No preaching at night. -----------------------------------------------------------------
S. Anne's 7. Levenshulme 3. S. Anne's 1. R.W. and Steamer 1. Bl. Paul's 4. Castletown, Kilpatrick **. *agore **. Ratoath 5. Ardee 1. Portadown 2. Skerries 2. 30 weeks. (130) Philipstown Aug 25 1861. 1. Clonbulloyne 3. Rathvilly 4. Clonmore 3. Leighlin Br 4. Borris 4. B. Paul's 8. St. Mullin's 5. Clonegall 4. Myshall 3. B. Paul's 1. Lurgan 3. Loughall 3. Armagh 1. Ravensdale 3. Dronintee 4. Grangegeith 4. B. Paul's 1. St. Anne's 4. S. Jos 30. Levenshulme 2. Sutton 3. B. Paul's 4. *******rick 2. Newcastle 1. Fermoy 4. Kilworth 4. Doner****** 4. B. Paul's 12. Birr 4. Limerick 1. Knockaderry 3. XIV Sun aft Pent. Aug 25. Preached at Kilclonfert at 10 1/2; Philipstown 12; the Island 3 1/2; Clonbulloyne 7.
The Island Reg.r.
Reg.r at Clonbullagne.
Reg.r at Bracknagh till 12. Then car to Kildare. R.W. to Carlow. Car to Rathvilly; opened.
Reg.r at Talbotstown.
Reg.r at Tynock.
Reg.r at Rathvilly. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun Sep 2 <SIC>. Preached at Tyncock at 9 1/2; Rathvilly at 12; Ballyconnell at 3 1/2; and Kilquiggan at 7.
Reg.r at Clonmore. Called on Archdeacon Stopford.
Reg.r at Ballyconnell. 4. Mass at Kilquiggan. Car to Leighlin Br. Opened at 7. Th. Reg.r at Leighlin. Went with the P.P. and CC to the month's mind at Graigne. Home to dinner and sermon at 7.
Reg.r at Ballinabranna.
Do. at Leighlin br. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun Sep 8. Mass and preached at Ballinabranna at 9 1/2; preached at Leighlin br. at 11 1/2; at Borris at 3 1/2; and at Ballymurphy at 7.
Reg.r at Rahanna.
Do. at Ballymurphy.
Do. at Borris. Th. Do. till 1.40. R.W. to Dublin. 5 1/2 home.
At home. Letters. (130 cont.i.)
Called at Warren Mount. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun Sep 15. Preached at 11 1/2. Fr. Bernard, Bernardine and Salvian all here. Fr. Osmund in England.
Fr. Vincent went to Rome.
At home. Wed. Do. Letter to Ld. Palmerston.
Letters to P.P.s.
R.W. 8.45 to Borris. Car to St. Mullins; put up at Fr. Dwyers.
Mass in the house. Heard confessions at Glynn from 11 to 5. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII Sun Sep 22. Said Mass at Glynn at 9; preached at Drummond at 11 1/2. Dined alone at 2. Preached at Glynn at 3; at Drummond at 7, and pledged at both. Very rainy.
Reg.r at Glynn.
Reg.r at Drummond.
Mass at Glynn at 8. Car to Clonegall thro' Borris. Opened there at 7.
Reg.r at Clonegall. Do. at Kildavin. Dined at Mr. Carroll's. Terribly rainy.
Do. at Clonegall. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX Sun Sep 29. Said Mass and preached at Kildavin at 9 1/2. Preached at Clonegall at 12 1/2; at Myshall at 3 1/2 (dined); and at Drumfea at 6 (about £26).
Reg.r at Myshall.
Do. at Drumfea.
Car to Bagnalstown. Stopped at Garryhill, Ld. Bessboro's house. R.W. to Dublin. Br. Michael there.
R.W. 8 1/2 to Lurgan. Opened at 7.
Reg.r at Lurgan.
Do. (130 cont.ii.) XX Sun Oct 6. Preached at Lurgan at 12 1/2. Car to Tartaraghan. Opened at 3 1/2. Home with Fr. Hanratty.
Reg.r at Loughall; afternoon sermon at 4. Dined after.
Do. at Tantaraghan.
Mass at Maghery. Car to Portadown. R.W. to Armagh at the Primate's.
Said Mass at convent and preached. At 1.25 R.W. to Dundalk. Car to Ravensdale. Opened at Lordship.
Reg.r at Bellurgan. Meal at Mrs. Rice's.
Reg.r at Ravensdale. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun Oct 13. Said Mass and preached at Bellurgan at 9. Preached at Lordship at 12 1/2; at Jonesboro at 3 1/2; Dronitee at 7.
Reg.r at Jonesboro.
Do. at Dronintee.
At Jonesboro till 2 1/2. Then at Dronintee Reg.r.
Mass in Fr. Malone's at 6. I was there alone. Car to Mt. Pleasant. R.W. to Drogheda. Car to call at Tullyallen and Collon in vain. Came to Grangegeith to dine. Opened at 7. Fr. 18. Reg.r at Grangegeith.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun Oct 20. Collected at Grangegeith at 9. Said Mass and preached at the Kenny at 11. Preached at Grangegeith at 3 1/2.
R.W. to Dublin at 9.50 from Drogheda.
Steamer at 7 from Kingstown. Got to Sutton at 4.
Visited the nuns, Mr. Smith.
Conferences with the nuns.
Saw Sister Zita I suppose for the last time, Mrs. Whitaker etc.
R.W. at 7.55 to Camden station. At 7 got to Highgate. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun Oct 27. The six students ordained by Dr. Morris at 11. (130 cont.iii.) I preached at 7. The Prov.l came this morning at 7 from Sutton. Fr. Bernard here.
Bus to Clapham, saw Mr. Hall much worse. Home at 7 1/2.
At home.
Do.
Do.
All Saints. First Masses by the 6 students. I preached at night on All Souls.
All Souls. At home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun Nov 3. I preached at 11 1/2; at 7 preached in Rosamon St. and gave scapulars.
Last week I was writing out the regulations of life. Now I began writing on meditation.
Writing.
Do.
Went to Mr. Lane's. Dined in Stratton St. with Mrs. Watson at 1. Tea with Mrs. Bunn at 5.
Writing.
Went to Mr. Lane after dinner. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun Nov 10. I preached at 7. Fr. ****** ****** called at 2 1/2.
Mr. Watson called at 2 1/2 with Mr. Palmer. I went to Mr. Lane at 4 1/2.
Reading Passaglia's book etc.
Acted as lector.
Fr. Prov.l started for Dublin. Fr. Austin had his fall in the church.
Sol Vespers.
B. Paul of the X. I sang Mass. Can Oakley preached at 11 1/2. Fr. Leonard at 7. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXVI Sun. I preached at night. (130 cont.iv.)
At home. I had the students. We read English.
I went to Clapham. Dined with Mrs. Hall; tea with Mr. Hoey 18 Denbigh St. Wed. Mr. Rowan called.
Pres B.V.M. At home. Prov.l came back, and Fr. Bernardine came for a day.
Rain. At home. Sat. I went to Mr. Lane. Dined at Mrs. Watson's. Met my sister etc. Called on Geo Quin, 15 Belgrave Squ. Tea with Mrs. Payne etc. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XXVII Sun. Nov 24. Went to sing Mass in Blandford Squ. Students with me. Preached at 7. Payne and Frank came.
R.W. at 9 to Rugby 2nd class, and 3rd class to Levenshulme.
Reg.r Levenshulme day.
Dined with the Bishop, a good talk. At 10 to 5 R.W. from Lond Road to Sutton.
At 3 went to Peazley X lecture room building with Fr. Bernardine etc. Fr. 29. Long talk with Rev Mother.
At 10 to 10 R.W. to Newton Br, then Chester. Bd. Paul's at 7. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Adv. Dec 1. Fr. Osmund sung Mass. 40 hours ador began. I read a Pastoral of Dr. Cullen.
Took a walk to Dub with Fr. Celestine. Tea at Fr. Leonard's.
I sung Mass for the Deposition. Went to see Patr.k Clifford ill.
R.W. at 7 to Thurles. Saw Dr. Leahy. Mr. Ryan took me to the convents. R.W. at 4.29 to Limerick. Lodged with the Redemptorists.
Saw Dr. Ryan allright. At 2.30 R.W. to Cratton. Whipped on to six mile bridge and had to walk back. Dined with Fr. Bourke and home again. Fr. R.W. at 10 to Rathkeale. Car to Newcastle calling on P.P.s. (130 cont.v.) Going dined with Dr. O'Brien and slept there.
Car at 8 to Charleville. R.W. 11.30 to Killmallock. Dr. Downes's car to Bruff and back to dine. R.W. 5.30 to Fermoy, Dr. Keane's. ---------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Adv Dec 8. Went thro' the day with Dr. Keane; no work done.
Mass at convent. With Bishop's car to Kilworth, Glanworth and Castleton churches.
Walked and saw John Hyde at Craig. Back thro' Castle Hyde.
Spoke to two postulants for the Gaudentians. Went to dine with Fr. Higgins and opened at Kilworth at 6 1/2.
Fr. Higins drove me to Glasworth at 2. Otherwise reg.r at Kilsworth.
Reg.r at Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Adv Dec 15. Said Mass at 8; preached at 12 1/2. Took car 14 miles to Doneraila and lodged at Dr. Duggan's.
Mass at Presentation convent. R.W. to Dublin.
At home.
My day's silence. Writing treatise on crucifixion etc.
Going on with Do.
At home.
Conference with Miss Robson. ---------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv Dec 22. I preached at 11 1/2; long recreation.
Letter to my sister. At home.
At home. Solemn Mattins at 10 1/2. I celebrated. Wed Xmas day. I sung Midnight Mass; preaced at 11 1/2. Went to preach at James St. church at 7 1/2.
Conf with Miss Robson all ****.
Went to see Mrs. (130 cont.vi.) Pilsworth ill. At 8 had to go to lodge Pat Clifford in the Guardhouse, mad.
At 7 R.W. to Birr. Opened retreat at 8. Lodged at Mr. Coghlan's. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Meditn at 6 1/2. Instruction at 11 and at 2. Dined at 4. Meditation at 6.
Do. Dined with the clergy.
Same order. dined at home. Up till past 12. ================================================================
Concluded retreat. At 5.40 R.W. to Limerick, 11. Moore's Hotel.
Mass at Redemptorists. R.W. at 10 to Adare; saw Fr. O'Grady. Called on Ld. Dunraven, not at home. Took car through Croagh and Ballingarry to Knockaderry. Began at Clocagh at 7. Fr. Reg.r at Clocagh. Sat. Do. at Knockaderry. -----------------------------------------------------------------
At Ballingarry at 3 1/2. No collection allowed.
Epiphany. Preached at 9 and 12 1/2, people draining off. Notice for 3 1/2; not one came.
Reg.r but very few.
Fr. Enright's car took me to Croom, then to Croagh. Fr. Meehan once at Moiseleg. Opened at 7.
Reg.r at Croagh.
Do. at Kilfinnay.
Do at Croagh. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Kilfinnay at 10; Croagh at 12 1/2; Croome opened at 3 1/2. Lodged at Mr. Lyons's
Reg.r at Croome. Tu. Do. Wed. Do.
Fr. Roche CC drove me to see Fr. O'Rourke, P.P. (130 cont.vii.) Patrick's well. Then to Tervoe; stopped there. No work.
Fr. Roche took me to the R.W. I went to Foynes ** 20. Car to Shanagolden. Wrote to Mary Wykes and Prov.l while waiting for Fr. Synan. He did not come and I took car by Longhill to him. Stopped at Fr. Burton's.
Same car took me back to Shanagolden. Saw Fr. Synan ********* Ashton. Saw Fr. Raleigh. At 2.45 R.W. to Ardare. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Jan 19. Opened at 12 1/2; preached at 6.
Reg.r at Ardare. Children at 12.
Do. Benediction at night; beautiful singing.
R.W. 10.40 to Foynes. Came to Fr. Kennedy's. Opened at Ballyhahill at 4. Dined after.
Reg.r at Ballyhahill. ******* as yesterday.
Do. at Loughill.
Do. at Ballyhahill. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Loughill at 9 Mass and sermon. Preached at 11 1/2 at Ballyhahill, and at Glin at 3.
Reg.r at Glin.
Do.
R.W. at 2 1/2 Foynes to Patricks well. Car to Fr. Casey and Hickey, both out. Slept at Mt. St. Alphonsus.
R.W. at 10 to Patrick's well. Car to Fedamore and Manister. Opened at 6.
Reg.r at Manister.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft Epiph. Feb 2. Mass at home at 6. Concluded at 12 1/2. Davy drove me to Bruff. Received at Dr. Cussen's.
Mass and address to the children at the convent. At 1/4 12 car to Dromin etc. round to Kilfinane; slept there. Saw 5 P.Priests.
Car to Charleville and saw 4 P.P. at Kilmallock.
Post car at 7 1/2 to Limerick. 9 1/2 saw Dr. Butler. (130 cont.viii.) Car to Parteen. Called at Quinsboro. Opened at 6. Th Reg.r at Parteen. Dined with Mr. Ha**n. Fr. Reg.r at Mallick. Meals at Mr. Floyd's.
Reg.r at Porteen. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun af Ep Feb 9. Mass at 9 and preached at Quinsboro'. At Porteen at 11 1/2; Malick 2; Crattoe at 4. Then dined and lodged at Mr. Frost's, Ballymoris.
Reg.r at Crattoe.
Do.
Do. Th. Car to Limerick. Steamer at 7 to Tarbert. Confessions. Opened at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Tarbert.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuag. Feb 16. Preached at Tarbert at 12 1/2; at Ballylongford at 3. Mr. Hickey at dinner.
Dined and slept at Mr. Hickey's (Killalton).
Reg.r from Killalton. Up till 1 talking to Mrs. Hickey.
Worked at Ballylongford till 12. Then car to Tarbert, and Fr. Foley's car to Codcappa. Began there at 6.
Reg.r at Codcappa.
Do. at Kilcolran. Terrible weather.
Do. Fine day. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag. Feb 23. Mass at Codcappa at 9. Preached at Kilcolman at 12 1/2. At Codcappa again at 6.
Took R.W. at Rathkenleat at 8.17 to Dublin. Home at 4 1/2.
Commem of Bap of D.N.J.C. Fr. Osmund sung Mattins and Mass. Fr. Alphonsus opened Retreat at 6 1/2.
Reg.r. (130 cont.ix.)
Do.
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No discourses. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinquag Sun Mar 2. One riforma.
I finished Faber's foot of the cross.
Retreat closed at 8 1/2. All went to walk but I and 2. Dinner at 6 1/2.
Ashes at 10 1/2.
I went to Dublin, Duffy's. Inchicory etc. Dined with Mr. Ormsby at 6. Home at 9 1/2. Prov and Fr. Austin and Columban come. Fr. At home. I preached at 7 1/2.
Went with Fr. Columban to Dub at 2. Back at 5. R**ers and Duffy called on. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Lent. Mar 9. No preaching.
At home.
R.W. at 7 to Charleville. Car to Newtown, Milford and Drumcoliker. Slept at the P.P. who *** Fr. Bridgeman CC received me.
Car to Killeedy and Abbey f*****. Then started for Newcastle, but stopped on the way and was taken by the Post car. No sermon announced, so went to the night school with Dr. O'Brien.
Opened after Mass at 6. Pledged.
Reg.r.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun in Lent Mar 16. Mass at convent; preached at 12 1/2. Attended meeting of Y. M. Soc. in the De*** Hall at 2. Confessions.
Confessions. Preached at 4 in St. Peter.
Mass as yesterday at convent. children at 2 1/2. Confessions. (130 cont.x.)
Mass at convent at 5 1/2. Dr. O'Brien's car to Rathkeale. R.W. to Limerick and Charleville 1.33. Opened at 7. Th. Reg.r at Charleville. Fr. Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sund Mar 23. Mass at convent at 7 1/2, preached there and at 12 1/2. Dr. Cro**es phaeton to Newtown; preached at 3 1/2. Dined with Fr. Cotter, Dromine at 5 1/2.
Reg.r at Newtown.
Ann B.V.M. Mass at Newtown at 8; preached at Dromine at 11. Confessions etc. thro' till 7. Dined with Fr. Duggan in Clerk's house. At 7 preached. Wed. Reg.r at Newtown.
Reg.r at Dromine, till 3. Then to Milford; opened at 7. Fr. Reg.r at Freemount. Fr. Cosgrave CC. Sat. Do. at Milford. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun Mar 30. Mass and preached at Milford at 8 1/2. Preached at Freemount at 12; and at Tully***** at 3. Dined with Fr. Mulcahy CC.
Mass at 5 in the house. Drove to Charleville. R.W. at 7.53 to Cork. Saw Fr. J. Murphy. Dined and lodged in Sydney Place. Went at 8 1/2 to the committee of young men's society.
Mass in S. Patrick's at 7 1/2. R.W. and car to Kisale. Saw P.P. and Mrs. Bridgeman. Back to dinner, and at 8 1/2 lecture on the state of England to the Young Men's society.
Visited convents etc. after dinner. went in a car to Blackrock to see Dr. Delany (*******).
Mass at N. Presentation. R.W. at * to Mallow. Month's mind there for Fr. McCarthy; Dr. O'Fea preached. I dined and slept at Fr. John's. Fr. Apr 4. R.W. at 9 1/2 to Kanturk. Car to Abbeyfield. Opened at 7.
Reg.r at Abbeyfield. (130 cont.xi) Passion Sun. Ap 6. Said last Mass at 12. Preached then, and at 7. ********** Mrs. Leahy.
Reg.r at Abbeyfield.
Do.
Do.
Do. till*. Car to Newcastle, stopped there.
Mass at Convent. At 1 1/2 car to Rathkeale. R.W. to Limerick. Stopped at Redemptorists.
R.W. at 11 to Birr. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Ap 13. All day in convent. Slept at Fr. Scanlan's lodgings.
At home correcting proofs of our regulations.
Do.
Dined at Fr. Egan's. Tenebre.
Ceremonies in convent. Dined as yesterday. Good Fri Apr 18. Do. Preached to the nuns at 8 and heard Father Crowe in the church.
Finished the ceremonies. R.W. at 12.40 to Bally Brophy. At 3.37 to Cork. Wrote to Father Raphael. Stopped at Mrs. M*****. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Croagh 4. Croome 4. Turvoe 1. Glin 1. Ardare 4. Loughill 4. Glin 3. Limerick 1. Manister 3. Bruff 1. Kilfinane 1. Kilmallock 1. Parteen 4. Cratton 4. Tarbert 3. Ballylongford 4. Codcappa 5. B. Paul's 4. Drumcolliker 1. Newcastle 7. Charlevill 4. Newtown 4. Milford 4. Cork 3. Mallow 4. Abbeyfied 6. Newcastle 1. Limerick 1. Birr 7. 34 weeks. Cork Apr 20 1862. 2. Kinsale 1. (131)
Kilfinane 4. Effin 3. Bruff 4. Kilmallock 3. Dromine 4. Croome 4. Fedamore 3. Rockhill 3. Brurea 4. Loch** *. Mallow 6. Machlin 1. Cork 2. Mallow 2. Glenworth 4. Bl Paul's 8. Conna 4. Castle lyons 4. Mt. Melleray 2. Ballyagray 4. Easter Sun Ap 20. Said Mass at 9 at Sisters of Mercy. Visited nuns, Lazarists etc. Dined at 6; a family party.
Mass at 5, Presentation convent. Fr. Horgan. R.W. at 9.20 to Kinsale. Conference dinner. Visited nuns. Slept at Fr. Kelleher's.
Mass at convent. Car to Bandon. Conference dinner. R.W. at 8.40 to Cork.
Mass at Capuchin house at 4 1/2. R.W. at 6 to Kilmallock. Car to Bruff and back and Kilfinane. Opened Kilfinane at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Kilfinane. Fr. 25. Do.
Do. Fr. Halpin came. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Ap 27. Preached at Kilfinane at 12 1/2; Effin at 3 1/2. Dined with Fr. Walsh (Fr. Moloney P.P. being ill away). Preached at Battindirk at 7.
Reg.r at Effin.
Do. at Garranderk.
Mass at 7 at Effin. Car to Bruff. Conference dinner. Opened at 7 1/2.
Reg.r at Bruff.
Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of East. May 4. Mass at convent. Preached at 12 1/2 at Bruff; 3 1/2 at Ballygaddy; 6 1/2 at Kilmallock.
Reg.r at Kilmallock.
Do.
Do. till 11. Came to preach 3rd time for Duffy to Dromin. Dined and opened at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Dromin. (131 cont.i.)
Do. at *thba**.
Do. at Dromin. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft East. May 11. Mass at the house; preached at Athlacea at 11. Do. and preached at Dromin at 12 1/2. Went to Croome. Stopped at Mr. Lyons. Preached at Banogue at 6 1/2.
Car to Banogue at 6. Reg.r day. Back at night.
Do.
Walked out, then Do.
Reg.r at Banogue till 2. Opened at Fedamore at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Fedamore.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun af East. May 18. Finished at Fedamore at 12 1/2. Opened at Rockhill at 6. Slept at Mr. Cussin's.
Reg.r at Do. Tu. Do. Wed. Do. Talks begun at Brures (same parish) at 6 1/2. Stopped at Mr. Ryan's.
Reg.r at Brures. Fr. Do. Sat Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun of East. May 25. Mass at Mr. Ryan's at 8 1/2. Called at Brures. Preached at Rockhill at 12 1/2. Confessions till 8 1/2. Slept at M. Cussin's.
Confessions till 12. Went to Mallow for 3 days quiet.
Mass at 8 in chapel, then letters. At 3 a drive to see the country. At 5 a party of priests to dinner.
Mass at convent and address to the nuns. Confessions from 12 to 5.
Ascension. Opened Mission at 12 1/2. Preached again at 6 1/2. (131 cont.ii.)
Reg.r. Sat. Do. Benediction at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct. June 1. Preached at 12 1/2. *** at pledging. At 3 R.W. to Cork and Middleton. Lodged at Fr. Fitzpatrick's.
Mass at convent. Dined with conference priests. At 5 1/2 about R.W. to Cork, Mrs. Murphy's.
Mass at S. Mary's. Car at 8 to Coachford. Conference dinner; back at 7.
Mass Do. R.W. at 7.50 to Kanturk conference. Back to Mallow to sleep.
Went to Butt****t conference with Fr. John. Back to Mallow. Fr. 6. R.W. at 11 to Fermoy conference. Fr. Dilworth took me to Glanworth to sleep.
Mass at 8 and heard confessions all day after. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun. June 8. I opened and preached at Glanworth at 9 1/2; at Ballinanan at 12 1/2. Preached and pledged at Glanworth at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Glanworth.
Do.
Got to Blessed Paul's at 5 after travelling all night. Talk with Prov.l.
At home. Fr. June 13. Prov.l went away. I wrote on the pledge etc.
At home writing etc. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun June 15. I preached at night.
Went with 2 to Dublin. Saw Fr. Spratt in ******.
All went out but I and 2. Dined at 5 1/2.
Car to station. R.W. at 7 to Fermoy. **** at Conna, Fr. Walsh.
Opened at Conna at 8 1/2. Preached at Ballinoe at 12; Glengoura at 6 1/2; staid Mr. Chalker. (131 cont.iii.)
Reg.r at Conna.
Reg.r at Ballinoe. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun in oct. June 22. Mass at 6. Preached at Ballinoe at 9; Conna at 12 1/2; Coolagown at 3 1/2; Castlelyons at 7.
Reg.r at Castle Lyons.
Do. Wed. Do.
Mass at 7. Car to Conna, whence Fr. O'Keefe took me in a gig to Lismore. Dined there and took car to Mount Melleray.
Talk with the Abbott, and addressed the 160 boys of the school. Quiet day. Mr. Bissot here.
Addressed the 84 monks at 6. At 9 1/2 car to Fermoy and so to Ballyanan. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent June 29. SS. Peter and Paul. Opened at Ballyanan at 12; preached at 7.
Reg.r at Do.
Do.
Opened at Burnforth.
Reg.r at Burnforth.
Do.
Do. at Aughenlen. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun July 6. Said Mass at Burnforth at 8. Preached at Aughenlen at 10 1/2; and at Burnforth at * 1/2. Confessions till 6. Dinner, and then called on Mrs. Kelleher, sick.
Confessions till 3. Car to Mallow. R.W. to B*****ant; stopped at Fr. Buckley's.
Car to Kilarney, and then to Mitchelstown. Stopped at Father Morgan's at Brin's.
Mass at convent. Car to Castletown roche and Doneraile. Opened there at 7.
Reg.r at Donerile. (131 cont.iv.)
Do. at Shamballymore.
Do. at Donerile. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun July 13. Mass at 1/4 7 and preached at convent. Preached at Donerile short at 6 1/2 and long at 12 1/2. Short at Shamballymore at 10 1/2. Began at Kildornry at 6.
Reg.r at Kildorny.
Do.
Do.
Do. till 1. Opened at Buttevant.
Reg.r at Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun July 20. Mass and preached at Buttevant. Opened at Castletown Roche at 4 and at Ballyhooly at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Castletown Roche.
Do. at Ballyhooly.
Do. at Castletown R.
R.W. at 8 1/2 to Kanturk, where I opened at 1/4 7.
Reg.r at Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun July 27. Closed at Kanturk with Papal Benediction, which I began with at Donerile July 13. At 3 1/2 preached at Coolclough, then at Dorinagree. Dined at Fr. Tuomy's at 8 1/4.
Reg.r at Coolclough. Dined etc. at Mr. Brosnan's.
Reg.r at Dorinagree; dined in sacristy.
Same as Monday.
As Tuesday, but dined with Fr. Tuomy and got to Kanturk at 11 to sleep.
R.W. at 10.10 to Cork. Stopped at 8 Sidney Pl. At 7 went to Glenbrook to Mr. Maguire to see Archbp Hughes. Back at 10 1/2. (131 cont.v.)
Mass at Bread lane for the Portiuncula. Breakfast with the clergy at the presentation monastery. At 2.30 R.W. to Bandon; called on the nuns. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun Aug 3. Mass at 7, spoke a little. At 8 1/2 went to Kilbrogan for 10 1/2. Back to preach at 12 o'clock; again at 6 1/2.
Reg.r at Bandon.
Do.
Do. till 2 1/2 then R.W. to Inishanor. Opened there at 7.
Reg.r at Inishanor.
Do.
Do. at Knockavilly. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun Aug 10. Attended 3 Masses. Said Mass at home at 6 1/2. ** at 4 ** Faren at 6 1/2. Dined with Fr. Walsh at 8 1/4.
Reg.r at Farren. Slept there.
Do. Same back to Ovens at night.
Reg.r at Ovens. Th. Do.
Morn.g as usual. Car to Kinsale, reached at 6 1/2. Opened at 7 1/2
Reg.r at Kinsale. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun. Mass at convent. Full day ********.
Reg.r at Kinsale.
Mass in convent at 7. Bus at 9.20 and R.W. to Cork. Stopped in Sidney Pl till 2.45. R.W. to Dublin.
At home.
Went to be taken at *******ton. Mr. Harting called. Fr. Aug 22. Went thro' to London with Fr. Sebastian. Beautiful day. Got to Highgate at 7 1/2.
At home. (131 cont.vi.) XI Sun Aug 24. I preached at 11 1/2. Fr. Bernard at night.
At home ******************************** translating a sermon of the General. Tu. At home. Wed. Do.
Inauguration of the organ. Mr. Anderdon preached at 11 1/2; I did at 7. Father Vincent, Osmund, Bernardine, Salvian etc. come. Mrs. Murphy and daughter came.
At home. Sat. Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun Aug 31. Canon Oakley preached at Mass; Fr. Anderdon at 7 as he had two nights before.
Laid up with my ankle up stairs. Writing a book on company keeping.
Do.
All gone, but Fr. Bernard. I am keeping my room 4 days for the foot.
Do. Writing another book.
Do.
At 4 took bus to Bunhill Row; tea at Payne's. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun Sep 7. Said 2 Masses at 8 and 9. Preached at 11 1/2 for Dr. Johnson. Dined at Payne's. Bus home to preach at 7.
Foot worse. Laid up again.
Do. Wrote to Ld. Spencer about Cap*********.
Laid up.
Lame out of the room but no better.
Do.
Dr. Walker came with * Cornelius. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun Sep 14. Laid up entirely. No Mass.
Very painful. (131 cont.vii.)
Do. Wed. Do.
A little better.
Said Mass; writing etc.
Getting better. Writing on cursing etc. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun Sep 21. VII Dol of B.V.M. Heard High Mass and vespers. Fr. Pius preached.
Mrs. Payne called.
Finished a book on cursing.
Still laid up. Letter from Mary Wykes about Ld. Spencer.
At home.
Do.
Do. Better. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun Sep 28. Writing Platea etc. F. Eugene and F. Pius preached.
Much better.
Do.
Cab at 12 to Euston Squ. R.W. to Weedon; carriage to Althorp. Ly. Spencer Yaddy and Tallee at home. Ld. S. came at 10.
Brougham to Northampton at 7. Back at 12. Rifle exercise all day. Dinner for the corps at 5 1/2. I came in after and made a speech.
To Northampton at 7. Brought back Bp. Amherst to luncheon etc. Drove with him to Brington.
Took the Bp. home at 7. Stopped with him. Visited convent and Mary Wykes. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun Oct 5. I preached at 11 1/2 and 6 1/2. Dr. Barry King there.
R.W. at 12 1/4 to Kenilworth. Mr. Greenside etc. (131 cont.viii.)
Fly to Hatton. R.W. at 10.20 to Evesham. Fr. Bernard met me.
Conferences with 11 clerics.
Laid up to heal the ankle.
Do. Sat. Do. Mr. Wright came. ------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII Sun Oct 12. I preached at 10 1/2; Fr. Bernard at 6 1/2. Mr. Wright went away determined.
Lying up.
Do. Ly. Campden came.
Do. till 5. Carriage came and took me to Campden to dine and sleep.
Carriage at 9 1/2 to station. R.W. to Hagley. Went with Billy on the hills and to the Rectory. Walked back. Ld. Lyttelton came home at 4 1/2; dinner at 7.
Brougham to Stourbridge at 7 1/2. Mass. Saw Mrs. Harvey and Miss Johnson. R.W. at 12.5 to Sutton. Fr. Peter and Vincent came.
Laid up at Sutton. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIX Sun Oct 19. Laid up, not so close. Fr. Quin of Moneymore here.
Fr. Vincent and Peter went to London.
Conference of the priests from 10 1/2 till 12 1/2. Mr. Blunshell came for my foot.
At home, laid up.
Do. Fr. Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun Oct 26. I preached at 11.
Laid up.
Do. (131 cont.ix.)
Wrote long letter for Northampton Herald.
Laid up. Fr. Letter back from Highgate ******* *****************.
All Saints. High Mass and Benediction. No preaching. ---------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun. Nov 2. I did nothing in church. Read my Gousset.
All Souls. Do.
Laid up till *.
Do.
Mr. Crombleholme came for the night to settle with the nuns.
All well settled. Mr. C. went away.
Mr. Blundell came and pronounced me sound. I went to the convent. Long improperia. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun Nov 9. I sung vespers and gave Benediction.
At home.
At home.
I saw Mr. Smith at home and Miss ****er.
Mr. Kelly called yesterday. At home.
At home.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun Nov 16. B. Paul. Canon Walker came to preach at 11 1/2. Fr. Power O.S.C. at night. I sung Mass.
Writing for the North.n Herald.
At home.
Do.
Nuns confessions after dinner.
Said Mass at convent and professed Sister Margaret. At 3 Fr. Bernardine clothed SS. Wareburg, Bernardine and Anthony. (131 cont.x.) We had a long evening there till 9. Songs etc. Sat. Writing the letter over again. At 5 started for Ashton. Confessions till 10; 2 nuns came. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun Nov 23. Mr. Hall preached at 11 1/2. I was subdeacon. I preached at 7. Charity sermons.
Lectured men at 10 1/2 till 12. Children at 3. Confessions from 6 to 10.
Lecture at 11. A few confessions at 6.
Regular for Ashton.
Bishop expected; did not come. Wrote to Sarah.
Reg.r at Ashton. Sat. Visiting sick every day. ---------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Adv. Nov 30. I said Mass at 9 1/2 and sung at 11. Instruction at 3. Preached at 6 1/2.
Working among sick etc.
Do.
Do.
Do.
Out at 7 to give communion. Read about Dr. Colens and Reg.r.
Visiting sick and confessions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of Adv. Dec 7. As last Sun. Wrote to De Lisle.
At 11 bus to Manchester; dined with Bp. Bus to Levenshulme. Mrs. Richardson confined. Lodged at Marshall's.
Reg.r at Levenshulme.
Out to the Bishop's again, and then to Ashton at 5 1/2. Wrote to Rev. Mother.
Began confessions of girls.
As usual.
Do. (131 cont.xi) III Sun of Adv. Dec 14. Said Mass at 8, and then at St. Mary's for Mr. Vanmulen and preached. Dined with him and Mrs. Delanay. The rest at home as Nov 30.
Mr. Crombleholme went to London at night.
The bishop came and dined with me and Mr. Vanmulen. I took him to the evening schools. Wed. Reg.r. Mr. C. back at night.
Make nothing of children for first communion.
Reg.r.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv. Dec 21. 63 years old. Wrote to Billy and Sarah. Work as Nov 30. Mon. Wrote to Prov.l.
As usual.
Do.
Christmas. Sung midnight Mass. 2nd and 3rd Masses at 7 and 7 1/2. High Mass at 11. Benediction at 4. No preaching; no confessions. Tea at the convent. Letters.
Work as before.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun inf oct. Work as Nov 30.
R.W. at 9.20. Grace Dieu at 4.
At home for the ankle.
Could not see Ld. Stamford. Gone to Newmarket. Awake as usual at midnight. ================================================================
Dr. Roshell came yesterday. All went to the consecration of the Abbott at the Abbey. Home to dinner.
At home. Ambrose spoke to Ld. Stamford, he refers me to the agent.
At home. (131 cont.xii.)
I preached at 11 at Grace Dieu. Went to preach for Mr. Bent at Whitwick at 6 1/2; M. Mulward there.
Mrs. Lockhart took me to Loughboro' to visit the convent. Lectured the nuns at 5 1/2.
Epiphany. Mrs. Lockhart and Miss Ellison took me to Ratcliffe. Saw Chestin and Joshua Hall etc. Took R.W. at Lyston at 2 1/2 to Coalville and home.
Lord Ed. Howard came yesterday. Ankle quite well. Read my St. Thomas. Th. Reading etc. Fr. Do.
Went with Mr. Da Burgh to the Abbey and Reformatory. ---------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun aft Epiph. Jan 11. Preached at 11. Gave Benediction at 4.
Dog cart to Coalville for 1, too late. R.W. at 3.24, got to Sutton at 8 1/2.
Conferences etc.
Do. Mr. Crombleholme came for the night. Th. Do. with the nuns and students. Fr. 16. Half the house has been or is ill with influenza. I said Mass at the convent and had conferences.
Writing a letter for the Herald. Caught the influenza and went to bed. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Donerile 4. Kil******* 4. Buttevant 3. Castletown roche 4. Kanturk 3. Dorinagree 4. Kanturk 1. Cork 1. Bandon 1. Inishannon 4. Ovens 5. Kinsale *. B. Paul's 3. S. Jos 15. Bunhill Row 1. S. Jos 24. Althorp 3. Kenilworth 1. Broadway 8. Campden 1. Hagley 1. S. Anne's 36. Ashton 37. Grace Dieu 7. Loughboro' 1. Grace Dieu 6. S. Anne's 5. 39 weeks. (132) S. Anne's Jan 18 1863. 14. Ashton 2. S. Anne's 1. New Brighton 1. S. Anne's 7. Appleton 1. S. Anne's 6. Liverpool, Holy Cross, 7. Swindon 14. Liverpool, S. Augustin's 8. Do. S. Patrick's 8. Do. Holy Cross *. S. Anne's 10. Levenshulme 1. S. Jos 6. Paris, Bon le Font 2. R.W. 1. Steamer 1. SS. John and Paul 60. Steamer 2. R.W. 1. II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 18. Said Mass in the choir. The rest of the day in bed.
Mass at 8 1/2. At 4 went to bed.
Better.
Do.
Do. Went to all the meals.
Took R.W. at 9.25 to Manchester and Bowdon, and cab to Dunham Massey and back, and home. Stopped at the convent till 7 1/2.
Letter from Mr. Lee of Aberdeen. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Epiph. Jan 25. There was a procession at night for the archconfraternity; I preached. We had recreation till 10.
I went to Liverpool, saw Dr. Goss very satisfactory, and sister Juliana.
We went to Peazley Cross for a tea party, concert, and plays in the school. Home at 12.
Nothing to note.
Do.
Do.
At 9 1/2 R.W. to Manchester. Dined with the Bishop. At 4.45 R.W. to Ashton. Confessions till 11. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuag. Feb 1. Sung Mass at 11. Preached at 7.
Went to Stockport at 11.10. Dined with Can Frith. Then went to Levenshulme, at Richardson's.
Regular at Levenshulme.
Went to Manchester at 2. Saw the Bishop. Ashton at 6. Th. Mr. Millard came. We walked to Duckingfield. Saw the great house (Southcottian). Home to S. Anne's. Recreation evening.
Went to Liverpool and boat to New Brighton. Stopped (132 cont.i.) with the Grimshaw's.
Boat to Liverpool. Saw R** Steinforth. Home at 2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag. Feb 8. Said Mass at 8, and preached at 11 at Peasley Cross. Mr. Kelly better; man came to stay the retreat.
Writing letters mostly etc.
Fr. Bernard opened retreat at 6 1/2.
Read my Spirit of S. Francis of Sales.
Regular.
Reg.r for retreat.
Went to Liverpool at 9.25. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinquag Sun. Feb 15. Said 2 Masses; read Pastoral. Benediction at 2 1/4. Home in the dog cart.
Reg.r.
Conclusion. FF. Bernardine and Alphonsus went away. Wrote leters. At 9 went to Peazley Cross for a sick child.
Ash Wed. Blessed the Ashes at 8 1/2 at home.
At home. Fr. Do. Sat. At 10 1/2 went to Liverpool. Called at S. Patrick's and S. Augustine's. Stopped at Holy Cross. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun in Lent. Feb 22. Opened Mission at 11 1/2. Preached at 6 1/2.
Mass at 6 1/2. Lecture ***** at 1. Preached at 8; confessions all day.
Do.
Do. F. Egan done. Th. Reg. Fri. Do. F. Joseph senr. came on Wed to help.
Fr. Jos went to Appleton. (132 cont.ii.) II Sun of Lent. Mar 1. Finished at H.X. At 2.30 R.W. to Clifton Jn. Tea at Mr. Portus. Opened at 6 at Pendlebury. Slept at Mr. L. Bloms.
Reg.r old mission ****** at Pendlebury.
Do. Mr. Crombleholme, Benoit and le Clerk at dinner.
Mr. de Blom out.
Do.
Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun in Lent. Mar 8. Preached at 11 on Heaven. At 6 1/2 on my conversion.
Reg.r.
Confessions; but no preaching for Prince of Wales's wedding.
Reg.r.
Fr. Do.
Mr. de Blom and I dined at Mr. Lees by ourselves. I concluded with Papal Benediction at 7 1/2 and Baptismal vows. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun in Lent. Mar 15. Dr. Sur***** came at 11 to give Confirmation. I took his cab to Manchester. At 1.40 R.W. to Liverpool. Put up at St. Augustine's and began there at 6 1/2.
No lecture at 9, but preached at 7 1/2 on confession and communion. Reg.r day ***** before B. Sacr.t during sermons.
Preached after High Mass. The rest reg.r.
Reg.r.
Do.
Do.
Reg.r. Drove to call at Dr. E*****, out. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun Mar 22. At 11 Baptismal vows and Papal Benediction. (132 cont.iii.) Called on F. R******. Went to his young women's society. Opened at S. Patrick's at 6 1/2.
Called on Dr. Eager at 10. Reg.r.
Do. Father Joseph senr. came to help till Sat (came yesterday).
Reg.r.
Do. Dined with Mr. Moore.
Do.
Reg.r all thro'. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Mar 29. Mass at convent at 7 1/2. Blessed Palms, preached. 20 men at 12, and concluded at 7 with Baptismal vows and Papal Benediction.
I went with Fr. Ryan to dine with Fr. Egan at Rock Ferry. Walked to see the Great Eastern. At 8 a temperance meting in the H. X. school. Slept at Holy Cross.
Went with Mr. Phelan to call on Chas Chalker, then alone to Edwd. Do. Dined at S. Patrick's and went home to Sutton.
Went to convent, and at home till tenebre. Maundy Th Ap 2. I preached at night and was celebrant the 3 days. Reg.r. Good Fri Ap 3. No sermon at Mass. 3 hours Agony at 6 1/2. No tenebre. I preached on consummatum est. <SIC> ----------------------------------------------------------------- Easter Sun Ap 5. Mass, F. Joseph senr. preached. I preached at 7. Procession of B. Sacrament.
All day at the convent making a new copy of the rule.
Do.
Do.
Do. Fr. Aloysius came on his way to Scotland.
Went to Manchester to read the new rule to the Bishop. Dined and went to Levenshulme to read it to the nuns there.
At 8 R.W. to Ashton, read the rule there. At 4 R.W. (132 cont.iv.) to London. Got home at 9 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Apr 12. Father Eugene and F. Michael preached. I read the rule to the ****.
Bus to London. Saw Mrs. Sp. Lyttelton. Back at 4.
Went for Passport. Called on Gladstone; had luncheon there. Went to tea with Mr. Yarworth and Miss.
Spencer Lyttelton and son Henry called at 4.
At 12 saw Ld. Palmerston, very old. Mr. Hawkness dined with Mrs. Bunn.
Started with F. Vincent to Lond. Bridge R.W. at 10 to Paris by Boulogne. Bon le Fontaine at 6 1/2; read them the rule.
Mass at Irish College. ****** to get Passports signed. Back to dine at 2 1/2. Dr. O'Hanlon there before. Staid for Marmion, and tea with Mrs. Steinforth, 100 Rue de loued? ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft East. Apr 19. Mass at Irish Coll. Talk to Dr. O'Hanlon. At 11 R.W. to Mariettes 2nd. class, 95 fr. 15.
Hotel de Rome. Mass at Calvaire. Saw Bishop. At 10 steamer.
Beautiful passage. Eammon Mitchell. Translating rule with F. Vincent.
Civita Vecchia at 8 1/2. At 11 1/2 R.W. to Rome with FF. Joseph, Seraphin, and Valentin. Found Fr. Pio very ill.
Worked at the translation alone.
Met with Pere Joseph. At 12 to S. Bartolomeo and saw General of the Jesuits. Sat. Went with Frat. ****** to the Vatican. Missed Talbot. Then to Wats Russell at the Minerva for his daughters. Then to English College. Home for grand vespers. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft East. Apr 26. Pat of S. Jos. Fr. Jos of Holland celebrant.
Went out at 7 with Fra Luca to Propaganda. Saw Card Barnabo, very kind. Dr. Manning, Monteith, Mrs. Montgomery etc. Home at 2 1/2.
Wrote on Ireland for Barnabo. He came at 5 and I gave it him and the rules. Our Prov.l and the Americans came (132 cont.v.) yesterday I think. Mr. and Mrs. Monteith were here.
At home; wrote to Miss Stuart.
Chapter opened at 9 1/2. Father Pio just able to preside. I began Spanish.
Preliminary matters.
Do. Impropria. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of East. May 3. High Mass for Spir. S. at 6 1/2. General elected after dinner. Fr. Peter Paul, brother of Fr. Pio. Te Deum.
Session put off in forenoon for the General to go to the Pope (in vain). Evening Reg.r.
Reg.r day. I am studying Spanish, S. Teresa's life. Wed. Do. Th. All the Capitulars presented to the Pope at 6. Then went to S. Paul fuor ****************in carriage).
Reg.r.
Reg.r. Saw Monteith for 10 min. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun of East. May 10. We worked in the forenoon. Afternoon free. I went to Scala Santa with Pad Salvatore and his two brothers.
One of these days I read a paper on England. Work all day.
This morning the Prov. Chapter of La Marca was held. We were free; I went with Fr. Angelo to see Card Barnabo for a few minutes, and Father Beavan just come to SS. Apost. Very thin with fever. Afternoon the Capitolo finished.
At home reading S. Teresa's life. Ascension Thur May 14. I went with F. Cons. Basilio to Scala Santa to say Mass and vespers. Dined there. Thunder and rain, but got home dry. Fr. Beavan came there.
Went with Fra Luca, saw Card. Barnabo. He returned the rule with great approbation. Many calls; Edm.d Stonor etc. Home at 12.
Translated the memorial for C. Barnabo. Gave it to him at 6. My day for silence. (132 cont.vi.) VI Sun aft east. May 17. Reading S. Teresa till dinner. After walked with F. Joseph to S. Mary Major and the Redemptorists.
At home.
Do. Preparing memorial for the Pope.
Went with F. Joseph to S. Callista and Doretea etc. Fr. Beavan called at 3.
Went with Fr. Julian to Propaganda, S. Isidore, Ly. Campden, Gesu.
Went with the Provincial to the Vatican, English College, etc., in a cartella.
Finished translating the Acts. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun. May 24. Heavy rain.
Remember nothing.
Said Mass at S. Gregory's. 31st Anniversary. Went with 5 more to see the Pope at Chiesa Nuova. Home at 1 1/2.
Rain. Took cartella and said Mass at 7 1/2 at Eng. Coll. Then went to Mr. Coop, 101 Corso, and to the Vatican. Met Prov.l and had audience of the Pope. Saw Card Barnabo, and home with Fra. Giaanto.
Went with Fr. Luca and got two beautiful gifts for the raffle at London.
At home.
Called with Fr. Luca. Saw Barnabo at 6. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Wrote Fra. Luca's book. Went to vespers at Eng coll at 4 with P. Basilio.
Out with Fr. Luca till 12 1/2. Mr. Palmer called at 4 1/2.
Fr. Luca till 12 1/4. Dr. Smith called at 5 1/2.
Fra Luca again. Corp Xti. June 4. At home all day. One solemn procession after complin.
Fra Luca up ******* till 12 or 1.
Went in Duca ******* carriage to say Mass ***********. (132 cont.vii.) II Sun aft Pent. June 7. Went to Scala Sancta ************************************************************
Went with Fr. Luca to the Vatican. Talbot **************. Home at 3.
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Fr. Luca not allowed to go with me so I staid at home.
Went with Fr. Erasmus to Card. Altieri etc.
With Fr. Vincent. Saw Miss Tribe for 1st. time.
With Pad Vitala to S. Peter's. Saw Talbot, Mgr. Borromeo etc. ****** Duca Torlonia and home. The General came back. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 14. At home. Mon. Went with Fr. Erasmus to say Mass at Sacre Coeur. Spoke to the girls, Miss Tribe. 2.00 Princess Wittgenstein.
With Fr. Agostino, saw Card Reisach, Marini and Cateini.
With F. Vincent. Saw M. Sevori *************.
Went with F. Basilio Consult, to Miss Tribe etc.
At home packing.
F. Vincent went yesterday. I had great work with Fr. Basilio to get my packings thro' the Doyana in a carriage from 12 till 3. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun June 21. Mass at 3. Started at 5 1/4. R.W. at 7 to Civita Vecchia. Started in the Vaticano at 7 1/2. Very *** *** night.
Smoother sea and better.
Got to Marseilles at 1. Got on shore at 7. No Mass. R.W. at 11 1/2 to Paris. Dined at 7 1/2 at Lyons.
Got to 89 Rue de Berri at 9. No Mass!! Hardly went out.
Saw Mr. Digby Baggott and Mrs. Steinforth.
Went with Prov.l to the Archeveche, and alone to Miss Nicholls and mad. Steinforth. (132 cont.viii.)
At home reading. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun June 28. I preached at 2 1/2.
Went with Fr. Prov.l to St. Germain to see Mr. and Mrs. Wilberforce.
At home reading Baker's Sancta Sophia.
At home.
Saw Soeur Charite and Mr. Leonard with Fr. Bernard.
Called on Mr. Bourgoing, and Mad.lle Mauroy. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun July 5. As last Sunday.
Said Mass at 6 at Mad.lle Mauroy's, and called on ****** at Mont rouge. Called at Sir Jos O'Keffe's.
Nothing remembered. <SIC>
English nuns at 11. Soeur Charite at 6
Went with Br. Michael to Mrs. steinforth and lunched. Translated the catalogue into French for the raffle.
At home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun July 12. I said Mass at 7 for some Carmelite nuns; did not preach.
Out with F. Vincent to the Nunzio and Blounts. Then at home.
Prov.l went off to England at 6 1/2.
I called at N.D. des Victoires.
Fr. Bernard and I went to S. Germain and back at 4. Fr. 17. Called on Ly. G. Fullerton.
Visited a sick woman. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun July 19. I preached in French at the English convent. Then at home at 2. (132 cont.ix.)
Pere Bernard went away. I went to see after a call, Rue S. Maur, 39, etc. Heavy rain.
Two days in secular clothes; habit wet.
Went about with F. Bernard. Lunch at Miss Steinforth's.
Went to the Mission Etrangeres etc.
Took Br. Sylvester to the Archeveche etc.
Preached at N.D. des Victoires at 9. Then to Passy and across on foot to R. de Scores. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun July 26. Talk with Mad. Dupres the concierge. At 3 the stations were erected by Pere Fulgencee, S.J., who dined.
Fr. Bernard and I went with Fr. Rofin to Mr. Mignes etc.
I went alone to call at several convents etc.
Went to N.D. des Victoires etc.
Went to Passy, saw Mr. Bull senr. etc.
Long talk with Cont.sa Polidori.
Went with F. Vincent to N. D. des Victoires etc. After dinner with Br. Michael to Mad.me Steinforth. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun Aug 2. I preached at 3. We dined at 5, and went all 5 to N.D. des Victoires. I gave Benediction.
I went to say Mass at N.D. des Victoires at 9. Home at 2. At 5.10 took R.W. to London.
Said Mass at 10 at Bermondsey. Went to see Mr. O'Neill and Clement. Home at ***** gate at 6.
Went to London. Saw Payne and Ab Melia. Then went to Hammersmith and saw Bertha de Lisle and Mrs. Selby. Home at 8 1/2.
Stopped in till 4 for a visit from Frank Payne. Then went with Fr. Eugene to Commercial Road convent. Thence alone to see Fr. Eyre S.J., and home at 10.
At 9 saw Mr. Butler.
R.W. at 9 to Sutton. Saw Rev. Mother very weak. Mrs. Smith a widow. ----------------------------------------------------------------- (132 cont.x.) XI Sun Aug 9. ******** to the ************************* ***** Canon Collingridge. I did not preach.
R.W. at 9 1/2 to Manchester. Dined with Bp. and opened Retreat at Levenshulme.
Reg.r at Levenshulme. Medit.ns or Riforma at 6 1/2; 10; 3; and 6.
Do.
Do.
Do.
Concluded with Papal Benediction. Mr. and Mrs. Mackey came on Tuesday and I delivered the Pope's script to the 3 families. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XII Sun Aug 16. At 6 1/2 Process of B. Sacrament in the church; I was celebrant.
Saw Rev Mother. To a party in the school. Prov.l came ********.
At home.
Went to Convent.
Took R.W. with Fr. Prov and F. Bernardine to Broadway. All Capitulars came and ***** on visitors.
Began the meeting at 9. I was secretary. F. Joseph of Belgium, President.
Meeting for improperia in forenoon. At 3 1/2 Fr. Eugene preached. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun Aug 23. I preached at 10 1/2 after Mass, and at 6 1/2. Chapter work.
High Mass at 6 1/2, I was sub deacon. The elections all finished today. I became Rector of Sutton.
Discussions.
Busy writing the Acts till 12. Conclusion at 2 1/2. 4 Frs. went away. Th. R.W. from Honeybourne at 8 1/2 to Birmingham with Fr. President and Provincial. Then alone to Sutton. (132 cont.xi.)
At 3 1/2 I was installed by Fr. Bernardine.
Went to concent, and staid at home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun Aug 30. I sung Mass at 10 1/2; Fr. Bernardine preached a farewell. I gave catechism at 3; and preached and gave benediction at 6 1/2.
Recreation for new Rector. Dined at 4 in the tailor's room. I went to Peazley Cross at 2. Wrote to Ly. Londonderry etc.
At 2 we walked to call on Mr. Henderson at Bold Hall and had tea. He sent us back in his carriage.
I went to Liverpool, saw the Bishop and Mr. Stokes. At 8 a meeting in the school to present a chalice to F. Bernardine, I presided.
F. Bernardine and I took R.W. at 9 1/2 via Warrington to Dublin, got in *****.
At home in the New House writing on the sanctification of Ireland.
Finished and copied the ******proposals for Ireland. 33 weeks. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Paris, Rue de Berre 46. R.W. 1. S. Jos 4. S. Anne's 2. Levenshulme 4. S. Anne's 4. Broadway 7. S. Anne's 8. Blessed Paul's 2. Blessed Paul's. Sep 6 1863. 5. S. Anne's 25. (133)
S. Anne's 16. Levenshulme 3. S. Anne's 5. Manchester 2. S. Anne's 2. Manchester, S. Chad's 1. S. Anne's 3. Manchester, S. Austin's 1. Liverpool, H. Cross 3. S. Anne's 2. Liverpool, S. Anthony's 1. S. Anne's 2. Liverpool, Eldon St. 1. Do., S. Joseph's 1. St. Anne's 5. S. Ann's, Liverpool 1. Levenshulme 1. XV Sun after Pentecost. Sep 6. I preached at 12 1/2, saw some postulants and Mr. Dunphy. Brother Edward died.
At 1 I went to Dublin with Fr. Columban to Duffy, Dollard, John's Lane.
Said Mass at 3 1/4. At 11 High Mass by Dr. Whelan, Dr. Cullen assisting. Fr. Alphonsus preached 1.20. Then procession to bless the house. We had a party to dine.
I went after dinner to Dollard.
At 6 1/2 R.W. from Westland Row, to Liverpool. Tea with Mr. Kelly; home at 7.
Convent visited. Discovered a rupture.
Went to S. Helens to see Mr. Blundell. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun Sep 13. Said Mass at 6. Again sung Mass and preached at 10 1/2. Gave Benediction with the new Monstrance at Peasley Cross in great pain, and preached there.
Mr. Le Dreau in retreat from last Friday to next. Benediction at night.
Went to Liverpool to be fitted with a truss. Saw Mrs. Durie at S. Augustine's; dined there. Called on Raymund Stainforth. Home at 6 1/2 quite at ease.
Try again to straighten accounts. Went to Mr. Blundell, had my ear syringed. Tea and long visit at Burchall's.
Saw 6 students off to Highgate at **. 3 were come here from Broadway.
I took Mr. Smith's gig and John Sheriff to Rainhill and Appleton, to hear the nuns as extraordinary. I dined with Mr. Fisher.
Letters, accounts and confessions. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVII Sun Sep 20. I sung Mass and said 6 1/2 Mass too. Mr. Drurie said 8 o'clock Mass. Fr. Joseph went to Hathersage his place. I introduced the Little Mission at night.
At home. (133 cont.i.)
Do.
I remember nothing.
Fr. Bernardine came.
Nothing remembered.
Mr. McKeon came for a retreat. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVIII Sun Sep 27. Began a course of catechetical instructions at 11. Catechism to children at 3.
I went to Liverpool to pay bills; dined at Kelly's butter place.
Conference of clergy. Father Walmsley S.J. proponent.
Nothing to say.
A meeting at the Griffin, Peazley X at 4; McGreenough in the chair; had a fall in a puddle.
Prov.l came from Dublin.
Went to Appleton, Liverpool and St. Helens on business. Confessions at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun Oct 4. Fr. Columban at Appleton. Fr. Paul M. at Northwich to finish. Fr. Joseph at Wigan. Fr. Prov.l preached here at 11, I at night. Procession of rosary; no catechism. Mon. Prov.l went to London at midnight. I went to S. Helens to see Mr. Latham. Then to Manchester; dined with the Bishop. At 5 to Levenshulme.
Letter came to say Rev. Mother was worse, so I went off after dinner at 8 1/4.
Saw Rev. Mother to tell her her danger. I was going off to Glasgow at 1.25. Stopped by a telegram.
Nothing remembered.
Do.
As usual. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XX Sun aft Pent. Oct 11. I preached at 11.
Mr. Rogerson came for a retreat. (133 cont.ii.)
Nothing.
Do.
Do.
One of these days Fr. Alphonsus came, and the day after I went with him to Mr. Kelly.
Nothing. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXI Sun Oct 18. I sung Mass and preached at night.
Went to Liverpool.
Went with F. Columban to Burton Wood and **** tea with Mr. Hendry. Came home in his carriage.
Nothing.
Went to dine with Dr. Turner and then to Levenshulme. Richardson alone at home.
The Bp. came at 10 and presided at a Gen Chapter. Rev. Mother elected General.
Called on Bp. ************* and Mr. Sheehan, dined with him. Settled about ********** ********. R.W. home at 3.30 ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXII Sun Oct 25. Said 8 o'clock Mass and sung last Mass and preached. Fr. Joseph being ill. Walked to S. Helens. Took R.W. at 2.45 to Manchester. Stopped at Mr. Hart's; preached at S. John's and sold books.
Mass at S. John's. ********** preached at St. Austin's at 8.
Got home.
Went to Liverpool for business. Saw Fr. Vincent at Miss Jackson's.
Gave exame, went to Manchester, preached at S. Chad's.
At home.
To Liverpool for business. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIII Sun aft Pent. Nov 1. All Saints. I sung Mass, Fr. Columban preached. I preached at night on All souls.
Mattins at 6 1/2. I preached at S. (133 cont.iii.) Wilfrid's, Manchester.
Preached at Holy Cros, Liverpool at night; slept there 3 nights.
Busy in Liverpool, paying bills and calling on priests; dined at Holy X. Gala for Fr. J*****. Preached at S. Mary's.
Busy up and down. Preached at S. Alban's at night.
Came home.
At home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXIV Sun Nov 8. Preached at 11. Went to St. Helens in Mr. Smith's gig. R.W. to Liverpool, preached at S. Anthony's and slept there.
Went to a meeting at St. Helens.
Our schools examin by Mr. Lennon.
I went to Warrington to examine the schools. ****** at 6.
Preached at Our Lady of Reconciliation, Liverpool. Slept there.
Patrick's, preached at 8 at S. Joseph's, slept there.
Came home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXV Sun Nov 15. We kept the feast of B. Paul. Fr. Columban preached at Mass which I sung. Mr. Holland preached at night.
B. Paul. I had to go to Liverpool about a marriage case. We had dinner at 6. ********* Benediction.
Conference of the clergy.
At home. Fr. Bernardine came. Th. I preached at S. Anne's, Liverpool.
Went to Levenshulme for dinner from Liverpool. Confessions etc.
Professed 5 Sisters. Got home at 3. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XXVISun Nov 22. Preached at 8. At 11 drove to St. Helens and took R.W. to Liverpool. Preached at S. Francis Xavier; slept (133 cont.iv.) there.
Came home to dinner, and then to Manchester. Preached at S. Patrick's.
Mass at Convent; spoke to the girls and boys schools. Came home tired.
At or about home.
After vespers a walk with Fr. columban to Irish Row etc. Home at 8 1/2.
Went about Sutton visiting ******.
At or about home. ---------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Advt. Nov 29. I preached at 11. At 2 1/2 R.W. to Warrington. Preached there at 6 1/2.
At 8.23 3rd. class to London. Reached Highgate at 8.
At home.
Went to ******** in Stratton St, my sister, Mrs. Watson and daughter etc.
At home. Fr. Dec 4. At 9 R.W. to Northampton. Dined with the Bishop. Father Richardson **********. About 4 on to Birmingham. Slept at the Palace.
Saw the Smallwoods, Char. Ward, ****** etc. Dined at 2 at the Bishop's. About 5 R.W. to Sutton. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2nd. Sun of Adv. Dec 6. I preached at night.
Wrote to De Lisle. A days business in Liverpool.
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Do not remember.
Do.
Do. Nothing special.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Adv. I preached at 11. Went to St. Anne's Manchester for 7 1/2. Saw Mr. Flanagan. (133 cont.v.)
Saw the nuns at S. Peter's. Dined at 2 with Mr. Hogan. Called on Bp. in Marlboro' Terr. Preached at S. Aloysius. Slept 2 nights at S. Austin's.
Went to Bolton and back. Dined with Car Cast**. Got to Levenshulme at 6 1/2.
Reg.r. Levenshulme Sunday.
Home to dinner.
Nothing special.
Went to Appleton and Rainhill as extraordinary. Got home to dine, and at 4 1/2 R.W. to Bolton. Stopped at Mr. Dumalies. Heard confessions, 6 hours. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Adv. Dec 20. Said Mass at 11 and preached at St. Edmund's; dined there. Preached at S. Peter and Paul's at 6 1/2. slept there. Mr. Drysdale at supper.
Took R.W. to Blackburn. Dined with Mr. Parker at S. Alban's. Back to Bolton and preached at 7 1/2 at St. Mary's (Mr. Taylor's). slept there.
R.W. to Wigan and back. Dinner with Mr. O'Reilly. Saw Sir H. and Ly Gunning at the Rectory, and Mr. McCormick. Slept at S. Patrick's, Mr. Byrne, and preached there.
Came home.
John Sherif went away. Not many confessions. Christmas day Dec 25. I sung night Mass, Fr. Leonard preached. Vice versa at 10 1/2. No evening service. We spent the evening with Mrs. Smith.
I went to Blackburn, calling on Dr. Bundsell at Ormskirk. Raffle at S. Alban's. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Mass at 7 at the convent. Preached at 3 1/2 at St. Mary's and at 6 1/2 at S. Patrick's.
Mass again at convent. R.W. to Preston. Saw Fr. Cobb, dined with Fr. Walker. Home at night.
At home.
Mr. Durie came on Monday.
Up at night as usual till 12. ================================================================= (133 cont.vi.) Mass at 5, 8 1/2 and 8 1/2. ************** grand Benediction.
Nothing particular. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Mass at convent with profession of 6 sisters. Preached at night.
Long late walk with Fr. Columban and Fr. Paul M. After dinner tea at Mrs. Halsalls.
Victor Marzion came to stay last night. I had to go to Liverpool on his account. Nothing gained. Epiphany Jan 6. I had a ******. Fr. Pat.k sung Mattins, Fr. Leonard High Mass, I preached. Grand Benediction at night.
Went to Liverpool again for V. Marzion. Dined at *********** with Mr. Latham. A round of ************.
I went in a car to Sir John Gerard with B. Burchall. Wrote to Ld. Derby.
Still bitter frost. No confessions at night. Heard Rev Mother's. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun aft Epiph. R.W. at 9.19 to Wigan. Preached at S. Patrick's at 11. Dined with Mr. O'Reilly at S. Mary's and preached there at 6 1/2.
Dined at S. Mary's with Mr. Dawdy. At 2.10 R.W. home. Saw Rev Mother die at 6. Tea party in the school and theatricals.
Went to Peazley Cross and S. Helens. Dined at Burchall's. Home to prepare for journey.
R.W. at 7.50 to W.hampton. Saw Mr. McCarthy and Duckett. At 1 R.W. to West bromwich. Dined at 2 with Mr. Groom and Fenn. Opened at 7 1/2.
Lecture after 9 o'clock Mass at home. Sermon at 7 1/2. Fr. 15. Called on Mary Hodson etc. Reg.r.
Reg.r. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Epiph. Jan 17. Finished at 11 1/2 with Mass, Papal Benediction. At 3 car to Dudley, opened at 6 1/2.
Reg. at Dudley. Mr. Bond came home in the evening.
Reg. at Do. (133 cont.vii.)
Do.
After dinner Mr. McGarren drove me in Mrs.Fletcher's bucket to Wolverhampton. I opened at St. Mary's. Opened mission at 8.
Visited the school with Mr. Hendren. Said Mass at the convent each day at 7 1/2.
Reg.r. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Septuagesima Sun Jan 24. Finished at St. Mary's at 11 1/2. Went in car at 5 1/2 to tea with Mr. Jeffrey, then to open at SS. Peter and Paul at 6 1/2.
Reg.r. At North Str. Mr. Reckett came to dine with Mr. Duckett and me.
Reg.r. Wed. Do. Mr. Th. Longman came to dine.
Mass at 7. R.W. at 8.40 to Chester Road, and Matthew took me to Oscott. Addressed the boys. Matthew took me to St. Chad's to open at 8, short mission.
Anniversary of my conversion 34 years. Few confessions. Went to the school etc.
Out again till dinner. Went to the oratory; saw St. John and Newman. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sexag Sun Jan 31. I preached at 11 1/2 and at 7. Finished up brightly. A talk with the Bishop about the nuns rule at 10 1/2.
Remembered about Mary Ann Smallwoods work till the last before starting about 5 home. Got home late.
Sung Mattins; blessed the candles. I opened the retreat at 6 1/4. Mr. Kelly (James) attended it.
Reg.r. Riforma at 3 1/4. Meditation at 6 1/4. Th. Do.
Do. Sat Do. Riforma at 10 o'clock. At 3 confessions of the people. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quinquag Sun Feb 7. Riforma at 4. I preached in Mass at 7. Bishop's pastoral at 11; I read it. (133 cont.viii.)
Last day. reg.r.
******* Papal Benediction and dinner in the tailor's room at 5 1/2. Ash Wed Feb 10. I blessed the Ashes and preached at 7. Rosary and Benediction.
Nothing remembered.
Father Bernardine and Fr. Joseph Junr came to be ready for Liverpool.
These two and Fr. Joe senr. went to Liverpool. ----------------------------------------------------------------- I Sun of Lent Feb 13. I preached at 11. Went in Mr. Smith's gig to St. Helens, and R.W. to Manchester. Preached in St. Joseph's ******.
Called on the Bp. Dined at Levenshulme. Mr. Ungarth there etc. Tu. Went to Oldham, saw Mr. Wornall. Dined with Mr. Cardinal. Home in good time. Fr. Paul Mary knocked up.
Parish work.
Went to Liverpool. Saw Sister Vincent. Dined at Holy Cross, Eamon O'Reilly etc.
Seeing after the damage at Peazley Cross etc.
Day cut up as usual into bits of business. All the parish is *************. ----------------------------------------------------------------- S. Anne's 1. S. Fr. Xav Liverpool 1. S. Patrick's, Manchester 1. S. Anne's 5. Warrington 1. S. Joseph's 4. Birmingham 4. S. Anne's 3. Manchester 2. Levenshulme 2. ****************. Bolton 4. S. Anne's 3. Blackburn 2. S. Anne's 13. Wigan 1. S. Anne's 2. West bromwich 4. Dudley 4. Wolverhampton, S. Mary's 3. Do., S. Peter and Paul 4. Birmingham 4. S. Anne's 13. Manchester, S. Joseph's 1. Levenshulme 1. S. Anne's 4. (134) S. Anne's. Feb 21 1864. 1. S. Patrick's Oldham 1. S. Anne's 6. S. Vincent's, L.pool 1. S. Anne's *. Birkenhead 1. S. Anne's 14. Levenshulme 3. Newcastle 1. 33 Duke St., Glasgow 24. Lauriston Lodge, Edinburgh 9. Dundee, S. Mary's 3. Do. S. Andrerws 3. Glasgow Cathedral 4. Do. S. Mungos 3. Do. S. Mary's 4. Do. S. John's 3. Do. S. Alphonsus 1. Rutherglen 3. East Muir 4. Mary Hill 3. Newcastle, S. Andrew 4. Do. Cathedral 1. R.W. 1. S. Joseph 9. S. Anne's 13. II Sun of Lent Feb 21. I said Mass at 6 1/2 and duplicated at Peazley Cross. Walked on to S. Helens and took R.W. to Oldham. Preached at S. Patrick's.
Mass at convent (Rev. Mother Borini). Home at 12. went to some sick, then to St. Helens for a reformatory meeting. Walked home by 10 in **********.
Mr. Ahern and Geo Kelly in retreat here. Out on parish work, very cold.
Out twice to Peazley Cross. Caught a heavy cold. Preached at 7; went to bed with gruel.
At home with heavy cold.
Miss Myers. 2 1/2 **********.
At home, confessions at night. Packed up. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun of Lent Feb 28. I said 2 Masses at 8 and 10 1/2. Walked to S. Helens and took R.W. to Liverpool, and preached at S. Vincent's; slept there.
Dined at Holy Cross, and R.W. home at 2.20. Lectured in school room at 7 1/2.
Clergy conference. After dinner went to Peazley Cross hamlet.
To the convent at 4 1/2.
To S. Helens on justice business against Ann Foster for window breaking. After dinner out taking census till 6.
Nothing.
As usual. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun of Lent. Mar 6. Mrs. Grimshaw found dying near our door at 6 1/2. John Pemberton wheeled her home where I saw her die. I duplicated at 8 and 10 1/2. Fr. Patrick preached. I preached at 7.
Visited and took census. (134 cont.i.)
Fr. Joseph, Bernardine, and Joseph came home lat night from Holy Cross. I went to L.pool to see Mr. Teabay about the inquest which I attended at the Golden Cross from 1 till 4 1/2.
I preached at 7 on Heaven.
Gave exame. Day as usual. Fr. 11. Feast of the Precious Blood.
Went at 2 to L.pool to see Mr. Stokes. Went to Birkenhead to settle for next Sunday. Back at 7 1/2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Passion Sun Mar 13. I preached at 11, took R.W. to Runcorn Gap and missed the L.pool train there, so I came back to S. Helens and took a gig to Pier Head in 1.25 min, and got to preach at Birkenhead at 7. Slept at Mrs. Askane's.
Walked to the new church with Mrs. Bu**st and back with Mr. Daly, and then home. Fr. Paul Mary getting well.
Settling accounts.
After dinner went to St. Helens. Wrote 6 letters at Burchalls.
Business at home till 5 1/2, then went to Peasley X and preached on S. Patrick and Ireland. The students all were there; we got home at 9, to bed at 10.
VII Dolours. After dinner went out on census ************.
S. Joseph. I said Mass at convent, then preached at Peasley cross after 9 o'clock Mass by Fr. Columban. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Palm Sun Mar 20. Preached at night.
Census at Peasley X. Appleton St. till late.
Do. Clarence St.
Tenebrae at 7.
Regular for the day. Good Friday. All in order. I had to go for a sick call to Parr flat farm from 2 1/2 to 4 1/2. Tenebrae at 6 and procession of Dead Christ. Holy Sat Mar 26. Services gone through till 1. In the afternoon I blessed the convents of Sutton and Peazley cross take up *********** of today. (134 cont.ii.) Easter Sun Mar 27. I preached at 11. Procession of B. Sact at 7.
Preparing for my journey.
Mass at 5 1/2; hurried off at 7.5 to Man.r. Then at 8.45 R.W. to Leeds. Saw Dr. Cornthwaite, Capn Browne the oblates. At 3 R.W. back, got to Levenshulme.
Came to Manch.r to see Dr. Turner, then to Bolton to see Father D. Byrne, and back to Levenshulme.
Wrote to F. Gaudentius. Confessions etc. Fr. Apr 1. R.W. to Darlington. Saw the Bp and dined at Clare Abbey. At 6 o'clock R.W. to Newcastle, slept at Pilgrim St., Fr. Aylward's.
R.W. at 6 1/2 to Edinburgh. Mr. Hutchison, Dr. Marshall. At 3 R.W. to Glasgow, 5 1/2. 233 Duke St. Fr. Bernardine, Leonard and I called on the Bps in Clyde St. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Low Sun Ap 3. Father Leonard opened mission at 12 1/2. Fr. Bernardine preached at 7.
I gave the meditation after the 7 o'clock Mass, and lecture on the last judgement 10 1/2. Evening as yesterday.
Do.
Do.
Fast day in Glasgow. Large congregations. I preached at 10 1/2 on Ireland.
Reg.r. We dine at 4. Father Forbes called.
No preaching at night. Dined today at 2. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun of East. Apr 10. I preached at 12 1/4, Temperance. The rest as last Sunday.
Regular. Saw F. Liske.
Reg.r.
Do.
Do.
Do.
Do. (134 cont.iii.) III Sun aft East Apr 17. As last Sunday in the morning. I went to dine at S. John's and preached a charity sermon at 6 o'clock.
Reg.r day. Mr. McManus dined. Tu. At 3 Mr. Bonnyman took me in a car to call on the Bp and 3 priests.
Reg.r Up till 1 talking.
Reg.r.
Reg.r.
Do. -------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun aft East Apr 24.Dr. Murdoch gave confirmation at 10. I preached at 12 1/2 and again at 7 1/2. Fr. Bernardine gave Ricordi and papal Benediction at 4, and F. Leonard at 8 1/2, not over till 10 3/4.
I stopped at home to nurse a bronchitis threatening. At 8 attended meeting in church about enlarging it.
Fr. Bernardine went away at 11 1/2, Fr. Leonard at night. I took R.W. at 2 to Edinburgh, called on Mr. Marshall, dined and slept at Lauriston Lodge.
Mass at S. Margaret's. At 12 went to Leith, saw Fr. Nolle, dined at 4 with Dr. Marshall. Opened in S. Patrick's at 8.
Sleeping at Mrs. Hutchison's. Went to S. Patrick's at 7. Confessions till 8 1/2. Mass. No more confessions today. I went with Mrs. Hutchison to Mrs. Jones. Dined at 6 at S. Patrick's, preached at 8.
No preaching in the morning, but at 7, and had a collection. Confessions all day.
Confessions; no preaching at night. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun May 1. I concluded at 11 1/2 at S. Patrick's. Took cab to Luriston Lodge, then went and spoke to the children in Lothian St. school for the opening of the month of May. Dined with the Jesuits and opened there at 6 1/2.
Few confessions. Visited 2 schools of the Sisters of Mercy. Dined at 4, and preached for the pledges at 8. Tu. Confessions all day. Preached on Med.n., conf., and comm.n.
Reg.r at the Jesuits. (134 cont.iv) Ascension Th. May 5. No preaching. I said Mass at the convent of Mercy. Took R.W. to Dundee, opened at S. Mary's, Very Rev. Arch. MacDonald V.G. Fri. Reg.r. Sat. Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sun in oct. May 8. Closed at S. Mary's at 12 o'clock Mass. Went to dine at S. Andrew's. Mr. Canning opened at 6 1/2.
Reg.r. Tu. Do. Wed. R.W at 9 1/2 to Perth. Saw Mr. Figg and Mother Winifred's family. At 2 R.W. to Glasgow. Opened at S. Andrew's at 8.
Reg.r at S. And.
Do.
Do. Preached. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Whit Sun May 15. Very long High Mass. I summed up short at 2, and went to S. Mungo's. Opened at 6 1/2.
Reg.r. Tu. Do. Wed. Went in the Bp's carriage to Dalbooth, said Mass. Preached to the ~Reformatory girls at 10 1/4, and to the mens at 4 1/2. Visited the boys at ********* at 3. Opened at S. Mary's at 8 1/2.
Reg.r. Mr. Lee of Aberdeen called.
Reg.r.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Trin Sun May 22. Finished at S. Mary's. At 4 1/2 cab to St. John's, calling on Mr. Bonnyman. Began there at 8 1/2.
Reg.r at S. John's.
Do.
Went by cab to Dalbath. Preached to the children at the Good Shepherd at 10, and at 5 to the Nuns. To the boys of the (134 cont.v.) reformatory at 3 1/2. Went back to open at S. Alphonsus at 8 1/2.
Corpus Xti. Spoke and collected at 3 Masses, and at 8 1/2.
Reg.r at Do.
A letter to say that S. Patrick's was closed. Rented Duke St. to arrange with Mr. Bonnyman about tomorrow. ----------------------------------------------------------------- II Sun aft Pent. May 29. Finished at S. Alphonsus. Went to Rutherglen and opened at 6, Mr. Shaw.
Reg.r at Do.
Do.
Cab to S. Andrew's at 9 1/2. Went with Mr. Vassall to see the Francsican Nuns, and the cathedral, and the Jesuits. Dined at S. Andrew's. Cab to East Muir, opened at 7 1/2.
Do.
Reg.r at East Muir. ----------------------------------------------------------------- III Sun aft Pent. June 5. Finished at East Muir. At 4 1/2 cab to Mary Hill, opened there at 7 1/2.
Reg.r at Do.
Do.
R.W. at 8 1/2 by Edinburgh to Newcastle to 1 1/2. Opened in Pilgrim St. at 8.
Reg.r and Do. But called at the cathedral.
reg.r in Pilgrim St.
Reg.r in Pilgrim St. No sermon. Miss Wilson. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IV Sun. June 12. Finished in Pilgrim St. Opened in the cathedral at 6 1/2 after fine vespers.
Got a letter ordering me to Highgate to meet the General, so finished prematurely this evening, and at 11.5 took R.W. to Highgate.
Said Mass at Highgate at 11. Quiet at home ********. (134 cont.vi) The General etc. gone to the Cardinal.
Finished Newman's Apology. After vespers interpreting conferences.
Interpreting conferences of students. Miss Johnson in retreat.
Do.
Do. lay brothers till noon. ----------------------------------------------------------------- V Sun June 19. I preached at 7 1/2.
At home writing letters etc.
Went to Town. Saw the Cardinal and Mr. Hawkins and lunched in Stratton St. Saw Ly Spencer back from Egypt. Home at 5; recreation dinner. Mr. Tempest called.
At home. The Paynes called.
At 11.20 R.W. to Sutton with the Gen.l and Fr. Raphael.
St. Jo Pz. Sung Mattins. Mass at convent. From 10 till 4 at Peazley Cross. Mr. Stokes examining schools.
Father ****leton called. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VI Sun June 26. I preached at 11. The General etc. and I went to see Peazley X buildings at 4.
Settling accounts till 12. After vespers the visit was opened.
Father Eugene came yesterday to give the retreat to the Nuns.
SS Peter and Paul. The Father General sung Mass at 10 1/2, I said it at 5. Benediction at 7.
Reg.r visitation work. This afternoon I think or went to see the sheds with Mr. Borrows. Fr. July 1. I made some calls in the village etc.
The General and ***** Vicar went to Liverpool, very rainy. ----------------------------------------------------------------- VII Sun July 3. I said Mass at 8, and preached at 11 at Peazley Cross, and at Sutton at 7. (134 cont.vii.)
The visit concluded after vespers.
High Mass at 7 for Br. Leo (died on Sunday). Mattins at 3 1/2. At 9 I gave the habit to Mrs. Durie, Sister Mary de Sales, and another Sister Cecelia. Fr. Joseph and I paid another visit there at 5.
The General, Br. Luigi Domenico and I took R.W. at 9.45 to Chester, then at 11.55 to Holyhead and Dublin. Fr. Osmund and Bernardine met us at landing. Reached the great house at 7.
At home; gave the exame at 3 1/2. Mrs. Pilsworth and Miss Aungier called.
At home.
Do. Conferences of students interpreted. ---------------------------------------------------------------- VIII Sun July 10. I preached at 12 1/2. Fr. Alban at 7.
At home. Tu. Do. Wed. Do. Th. Do.
Do.
Do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- IX Sun July 17. The General sung Mass. I did nothing public. St. Osmund's day.
At home.
At home.
Father Anderson came to recreation. Visit closed at evening, late.
The General and Br. Domenico Luigi, F. Alphonsus, Fr. Michael, Brother Peter and I started at 6.15 from Westland Row. Got to Broadway at 10. Fr. July 22. At home, free day.
Interpreting conferences. ----------------------------------------------------------------- X Sun. I preached twice. (134 cont.viii.)
Began conferences myself with novices.
Do. Many letters. One of these after ****** the Chinese mother acted in the school.
At home. Th. Do.
My sister 77 years old. Car to Evesham. R.W. home by 6 at Sutton.
Father Anderson wrote to say he cannot come. I went to Liverpool to look for a preacher. I went to Bishop Eton and got one. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XI Sun. July 31. Father Connolly preached two sermons very well; rainy night.
I went after dinner to Peazley X. Conferences with 5 nuns.
Conferences all this week with students, lay brothers, nuns.
Mother Winifred and sisters went to Bolton.
Went to Liverpool with Br.s Wilfrid and Cyprian. Tried to see Fr. Clough and Phelan. Saw Fr. Jokwet. Fri. At home.
Went in the afternoon to St. Mary's, Birkenhead. Wrote to Maria Stuart a long letter. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Blessed Paul's 15. Broadway 8. S. Anne's 8. 24 weeks. Birkenhead. Aug 7 1864. 8. S. Anne's 3. (135)
Levenshulme 1. St. Annes 5. Leeds 5. St. Clares Abbey 9. Houghton le Spring. XII Sun aft Pent. Aug 7. Opened the mission at 11 1/2. Preached at 6 1/2.
Reg.r.
Do.
Went to L.pool to see Mr. Nugent. ***to time to Walton Gaol. Bootle and Crosby ** Wilfrid's hall. Opened mission at S. ****burya's at 8. Th. Reg.r.
Reg.r at S. ****bar*'s. Sat. Do. Canon Chapman came home from Talaere. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIII Sun Aug 14. Preached at 11 1/2, again at 7 and gave Papal Benediction. I crossed at 10 and took R.W. at 11 1/4 home.
Assumption. I sung mattins and said last Mass at 10 1/2, no music. Great Benediction at 7.
At home and the convent.
R.W. at 9 1/2 to Bolton, saw the nun's convent, dined with Mr. Taylor at 3.10. R.W. to Manchester, saw the Bishop, slept at Richardson's. He came home alone, an interesting talk.
Mass at S. John's; bus to Levenshulme. Dined with Ch. Richardson. Slept at Marshalls, he all alone too.
At 1/4 9 R.W. home. After vespers went to Peazley cross.
At home. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XIV Sun Aug 21. I preached at 11. Dined at Low House and preached there at 6 1/2; home by 9 1/2.
Went to see Mr. Blundell at Maudsley by R.W. to Rufford, then at 3.10 to L.pool. Father Anderson lectured at 8 in Ld. Nelson concert room. Home by R.W. at 12 1/2.
Conference of the clergy at Sutton. At 6 took R.W. to Liverpool (for the 2nd. lecture, home at 12 1/2).
R.W. at 9.30 to Manchester and dined with Richardsons. At 2 R.W. to Leeds, opened at S. Ann's at 8.
Reg.r at St. Ann's. (135 cont.i.) Fr. Do. Sat. Do. -------------------------------------------------------------- XV Sun Aug 28. Preached at 11 1/2. Mongr. Talbot was there and dined at 4 1/2. I concluded at 6 1/2.
Missed the train at 8.5 with Talbot. Began writing for Dr. Gargiels. Took R.W. at 11 to Darlington. Dined at S. Clares Abbey at 3.15 and opened at 7.
At 6 sin. At 10 poverty and chastity, dinner at 1. At 6 1/2 death as monitor.
At 6 the Judgement, Part. and General. 10 obedience to rules and superiors. 6 1/2 Hell.
6 1/2 the mercy of God. 10 confession and communion. 6 1/2 Introduction of the Passion.
At 6 the agony. 10 conditions for prayer. 6 1/2 Judas and Peter. Sat. 6 Dolours of B.V.M. 10 acts of prayer, Thanksgiving. 6 1/2 Caiaphas, Pilate and Herod. ----------------------------------------------------------------- XVI Sun Sep 4. 6 Scourging and Crowning. 10 Humility. (4 opened little retreat to the children, the happiness of virtue). 6 1/2 carriage of the cross.
6, 1st 3 words. 10 sickness ( parable to prepare for com.n). 4, sin. 6 1/2 last 4 words.
Eucharist as example of J.C. 10, zeal. 6 1/2 Paradise. ( before communion. 4 Humility and charity).
Visited Carmel house at 10 till 12. Dined at 12 1/2. Car and R.W to Fence Houses. Opened at 8 at Houghton le Spring to very few.
Reg.r at Houghton le Spring.
Do.
Reg.r at Houghton le Spring. XVII Sun Sep 11. I said 2 Masses and finished brightly after 10 1/2 Mass. Allen drove me to Washington where I began at 6.
Reg.r at Washington.
Do. Mr. Bourke came both days to see me. The mission improving each day. (135 cont.ii.)
R.W. at 9 1/2 to Newcastle. Saw Eamon Eyre. At 11.45 R.W. to Glasgow. At 5.50 to Greenock (Wood cottage). Opened at 8.
Reg.r. Bad weather.
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