Letters to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
- IE IJA J/470/1
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- 5 April 1811 - 23 July 1838
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A file of letters to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ. A brief précis to the letters is included in the file, and list of Irish Jesuits (1831).
Letters to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
A file of letters to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ. A brief précis to the letters is included in the file, and list of Irish Jesuits (1831).
Material relating to Fr Piaras de Hindeberg SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Piaras de Hindeberg SJ including admission details, catalogue entry, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincial, death certificate and mortuary card,
Statement by Fr Matthew Gahan SJ on his decision to go to the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Statement and a copy of a statement by Fr Matthew Gahan SJ describing the events surrounding his decision to go to the Isle of Man to administer to the Catholic population on the island and his work on the island. Lists names of people who supported him financially and the amounts paid.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Correspondence relating to Fr Joseph Lentaigne SJ
Correspondence relating to Fr Joseph Lentaigne SJ, who was Irish Vice Provincial, 11 February 1858-7 December 1860 and the first Provincial of the Irish Province of the Society of Jesus, 8 December 1860 - [ ] 1863. No index.
Lentaigne, Joseph, 1805-1884, Jesuit priest
Biographical information on Fr Leonard Sheil SJ
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Biographical information on Fr Leonard Sheil SJ. Includes:
– potted biography by Fr Fergus O'Donoghue SJ (Irish Province Archivist, 1986-2019), (1984, 1p.);
– biography of Fr Sheil entitled 'Who Travels Alone' by Fr Robert L. Stevenson SJ (Dublin: C. Goodliffe Neale (Irel.) Ltd.) (1975, 56pp);
– photocopies from the 'Jesuit Year Book' of an illustrated article by Fr Robert L. Stevenson SJ entitled ‘Emigrants’ Priest: Fr. Leonard Sheil, S.J.’ (1969, 9pp) and an illustrated appreciation of Fr Sheil by Very Rev. Joseph Flynn, M.S.S (1969, 5pp).
Also includes appreciation of Fr Sheil by Very Rev. Joseph Flynn, M.S.S., printed in 'Irish Province News' (April 1968, 2pp).
Letters from Fr Francis Browne SJ to the Irish Provincial on various matters
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Letters from Fr Francis Browne SJ, many written from St Mary’s, Emo, Portarlington, County Laois, to the Irish Provincial on various matters (mostly seeking permission to travel to different locations for the purposes of giving retreats, lectures, visiting friends and family), including his health and his photographic work. Includes letters:
– referring to his securing photos of ‘the ruins on Inniscaltra in Lough Derg…(and)…Castletown at Celbridge’ (29 June 1944, 2pp);
– referring to his eldest sister, Mother Josephine in the Ursuline Convent, Blackrock, County Dublin (17 and 20 September 1944, 2 items);
– concerning his travelling expenses (28 October and 2 November 1944, 2 items);
– his making ‘a set of photographs in Curraghmore House … because I am collecting a set of Georgian Houses & Curraghmore was on the list given me by the Georgian Society’ (9 April 1945, 3pp);
– regarding his ‘camera work’. ‘As you know, I am supplying a series of pictures of “Historic Mansions” each month to ‘Irish Tatler & Sketch’. The first of the series were photos of Shelton Abbey for which the present Lord Wicklow gave his very willing approval…he proposes utilising c as a kind of Hotel or “Country Club” He asked me whether it would be possible for me to go there again to take further photos before the necessary alterations are made’ (8 April 1947, 3pp);
– stating ‘…the editor of ‘Tatler & Sketch’ is pressing me for a further series of “Historic Mansions” to be published in the Autumn. Apparently he found that the first series – Jan. to May – was very popular. Would you permit me to do some journeys for this purpose & to debit them to a “Villa” account: not, as usual, to my Camera account?’ (23 June 1947, 3pp) and
– stating ‘I enclose a list of places I wish to photograph for my next series of “Historic Mansions” – which is due to begin in October. The last set – January – May, brought me £25, & the next will be even more profitable, because the Editor told me that he is so satisfied with the results, that he will print more pictures of each house in the next series’ (14 July 1947, 2pp).
Browne, Francis M, 1880-1960, Jesuit priest, photographer and chaplain
Letter from a Jesuit Father to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Undated letter written in Latin and English from a Jesuit Father to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ ( the handwriting is almost indecipherable).
Account of Fr Gahan's expenses on the Isle of Man
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Account of Fr Gahan's expenses on the Isle of Man.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Account book belonging to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Account book belonging to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ detailing his expenses on the Isle of Man.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Accounts and financial statements for Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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A file of various accounts/financial statements.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Food and personal expenditure of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Food and personal expenditure of Fr Gahan SJ.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Letter from Paul de Gibergues SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Paul de Gibergues SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
de Gibergues, Paul, 1895-1953, Jesuit priest
Letters from John Duff, Castletown, Isle of Man to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Letters from John Duff, Castletown, Isle of Man to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.[Douglas, Isle of Man]. The first letter thanks Fr Gahan for officiating at his marriage. The second letter refers to a debt of money due to Fr Gahan. Remarks that he is not pleased with the tone of Fr Gahan's letter in which he requests repayment. Remarks that he is not liable for the debt and advises Fr Gahan to contact Robert Duff of the late firm owned by Robert and John Duff for repayment of the debt.
Duff, John
Account book belonging to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Account book belonging to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ detailing his expenses on the Isle of Man.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Letter from William Duff to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ asking that any accounts against him be settled
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Letter from William Duff, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, asking that any accounts Fr Gahan may have against him be settled. Reminds Fr Gahan that he is no longer a subscriber towards Fr Gahan's support as a Catholic priest.
Duff, William
List of names for whom Masses were said
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List of names for whom Masses were said by [Fr Matthew Gahan SJ].
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Romuald Devillers SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Fr Romuald Devillers SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Devillers, Romuald, 1864-1946, Jesuit priest
Admission of John Moran to the Society of Jesus and the taking of vows
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File relating to the admission of John Moran to the Society of Jesus and the taking of vows.
Letters from Fr Michael Browne SJ to Fr William Stephenson SJ
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Letters from Fr Michael Browne SJ to William Stephenson SJ:
Letter from Mr John Neary SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Mr John Neary SJ, Maison Saint Louis, Jersey to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Neary, John J, 1889-1983, Jesuit priest
Copy of a letter from the Catholic inhabitants of the Isle of Man to Rev Dr Briggs
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Copy of a letter from the Catholic inhabitants of the Isle of Man to Rev Dr Briggs, Roman Catholic Lord Bishop of the Diocese of the Northern District of England expressing their thanks for the care and interest the Bishop has shown for their well being. Requests more help from the Bishop. Remarks '…they cannot…refrain from expressing their sentiments upon…the future well being of the mission in this island where they regret to say such undesirable bigotry exists together with calumny hatred and abuse of the most virulent description is daily and yearly preached and propagated against their religion…they believe it the only means…of upholding successfully the Catholic Religion in this small island would be to appoint to the Mission and to its management here an able experienced clergyman…'
Faculties granted to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ by the Archbishop of Dublin
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Faculties granted to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Isle of Man by Daniel Murray, Archbishop of Dublin.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Faculties granted to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ by Pope Pius VIII
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Faculties granted to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Isle of Man by Pope Pius VIII for indulgences.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Letter from Richard Thompson, Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Letter from Richard Thompson, Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Catholic Chapel, Douglas, Isle of Man agreeing that Fr Patrick Bracken SJ may supply for Fr Gahan on the Isle of Man while he is away.
Thompson, Richard, priest
Inventory of furniture left by the late Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Inventory and copies of an inventory of furniture left in the house and chapel in Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man by the late Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Valuation of the property relating to the Isle of Man
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Valuation of the property relating to the Isle of Man Mission in Douglas and Castletown.
Deeds of sale of a plot of land in the Parish of Malew
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file containing deeds of sale of a plot of land in the Parish of Malew. The property was sold to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
List of books for the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
List of books for the Isle of Man.
Letter from Bishop Thomas Penswick, Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Thomas Penswick, Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Douglas, Isle of Man concerning a conveyance he obtained in Ireland from William MacPharlan which he gave to Frances Duff, Isle of Man to have it legally completed. Remarks that this was never done and that he feels the conveyance is, as a result, of no value. Remarks 'You will use your own discretion in your settlement with the General (Goldie), his demands can never be very overwhelming.'
Penswick, Thomas, 1772-1836, Roman Catholic Bishop
Contract of agreement between William Quiggin and Co. and Fr Matthew Gahan SJ for a dwelling house
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Contract of agreement between William Quiggin and Co. and Fr Matthew Gahan SJ to complete a dwelling house for Fr Gahan.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Value of the late Fr Gahan's property
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Document drawn up by J. O'Shaughnessy estimating the value of the late Fr Gahan's property and the amount of money due, out of his estate, to the Jesuit Fathers in Ireland.
O'Shaughnessy, James
Sale of plot of ground in the Parish of Bradden
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Parties:
John Taubman, Proprietor of the Estate of the Nunnery, Parish of Kirk Bradden and Rev. Myles MacPharlan.
Property:
Plot of ground in the Parish of Bradden, part of the estate of the Nunnery on the high road from Douglas to Castletown to be used as a site for a Roman Catholic chapel.
Terms & Conditions:
In consideration of a sum of five shillings and the reserved rent of one shilling.
Photographic album by Fr Stephen Bates SJ
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Photographic album by Fr Stephen Bates SJ. The photographs depict Jesuits and outdoor scenes such as on villa at:
Mr Dumbell's opinion on Fr Gahan's will
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Mr Dumbell's opinion on Fr Gahan's will.
Letter from Mr Denis Hayes SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Mr Denis Hayes SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Hayes, Denis, 1893-1964, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Fr Matthew Gahan's grave. Includes copies of the inscription on the grave stone.
Medical and funeral expenses for Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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A file relating to medical and funeral expenses for the late Fr Gahan SJ.
Letters from Mr Thomas Hehir SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letters from Mr Thomas Hehir SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Hehir, Thomas, 1892-1955, Jesuit priest
Notice of the death of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Notice of the death of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Letter praising Fr Gahan's work as a priest on the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copy of a letter from The Mona Herald and General Advertiser from Alex Oswald to the Editor praising Fr Gahan and his work as a Catholic priest on the Isle of Man.
Receipt issued by John Kelly to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Receipt issued by John Kelly to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ for money received as a legacy from Fr Gahan.
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Gerard P Perrott SJ including correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials, personal record, memorial card and application to join the Society.
Perrott, Gerard P, 1909-1985, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Robert Haly SJ to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
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Letter from Fr Robert Haly SJ, Clongowes Wood, Kildare to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning Fr Gahan's will. Remarks that as one of the legatees named in the will he agrees to assign any property he is entitled to, to Dr. Briggs.
Haly, Robert, 1796-1882, Jesuit priest
'Memorandum on Spiritual Needs of Native Irish Speakers in Britain 1958-59'
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'Memorandum on Spiritual Needs of Native Irish Speakers in Britain 1958-59' by Fr Joseph Hurley SJ.
Hurley, Joseph, 1905-1984, Jesuit priest and Irish language editor
Letter from James O'Shaughnessy to Fr Robert St Leger SJ
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Letter from James O'Shaughnessy to Fr Robert St Leger SJ (Vice-Provincial), Upper Gardiner Street, Dublin concerning Fr Gahan's will. Remarks that he has only found a copy of the will and remarks 'I look upon the case a quite a hopeless one.' Continues 'The original will and whatever title deeds were in existence, I conclude from these letters, went into the possession of Father Aylmer - what became of them since there is nothing to inform us.' Concludes 'Should you think it necessary to write to this gentleman now in the Isle of Man to Dr Briggs or to any other of the inheritors, I take the liberty of telling you not to do so, till you previously allow me to wait on you…'
O'Shaughnessy, James
Correspondence between the Irish Fr Provincial and Jesuits on various matters such as
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
List of names [subscribers] to the new chapel, Douglas, Isle of Man.
Receipts for the payment of ground rent to General Goldie
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Receipts for the payment of ground rent to General Goldie for the Catholic Chapel, Douglas.
Copy of transfer of plot of ground with the chapel in the Parish of Bradden, Isle of Man
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Parties:
Rev. Dr.Thomas Penswick, Liverpool, Rev. John Briggs, Chester and Rev. Matthew Gahan SJ.
Property:
Parcel/plot of ground with the chapel and other buildings in the Parish of Bradden, Isle of Man
Terms & Conditions:
Fixed annual/chief rent
Photographs belonging to Fr Kyran Ward SJ
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Photographs belonging to Fr Kyran Ward SJ which documents his life from 1912 until his death, 1972.
Galway:
Photographic album includes:
Bills for supplies and work carried out for Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of bills for supplies and work carried out on the New Chapel, Douglas, the chapel erected in Castletown and Fr Gahan's residence in Douglas.
Part of Irish Jesuit houses of formation
A file of letters from Fr James Brennan SJ, (Superior), Rathfarnham Castle, Rathfarnham, County Dublin to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ concerning the move of the community to Rathfarnham, the running of the house, bills and finances and the care of the Juniors. Includes:
Brennan, James, 1854-1941, Jesuit priest
Bills for work carried out on the late Fr Gahan's residence, Douglas
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Bills for work carried out on the late Fr Gahan's residence, Douglas.
Letter from Thomas Penswick, Bishop of Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Thomas Penswick, Bishop of Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Catholic Chapel, Douglas, Isle of Man concerning rent money due to General Goldie for the chapel and garden occupied by Fr Matthew Gahan. Remarks that General Goldie is anxious to have the amount paid.
Penswick, Thomas, 1772-1836, Roman Catholic Bishop
Memorandum of Agreement for premises in Athol Street, Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Parties:
William Steel, Douglas and Thomas Crelly, Douglas.
Property:
Premises in Athol Street lately used as a Theatre.
Terms & conditions:
In consideration of a sum of £680 to be paid in instalments.
Sale of the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man
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Parties:
John Cowle and his wife Elizabeth Cowle and Thomas Callow and his wife Jane Callow to Thomas Crelly.
Property:
Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas.
Terms & Conditions:
£680
Lease for Club room, Athol Street, Isle of Man
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Parties:
Thomas Crelly, Painter, Douglas, Isle of Man and his wife Margaret Crelly and Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Property:
Large house known as the Club Room, yard, stables, offices and buildings, Athol Street, Douglas.
Terms & Conditions:
In consideration of a sum of £600.
Agreement for property under the old Club Room, Athol Street
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Parties:
Rev. Matthew J. Gahan SJ and Robert Kay.
Property:
House situated under the old Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man in the occupation of Moses Kennedy.
Terms & Conditions:
Yearly rent of £6
Lease for property known as the old Club Room, Athol Street
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Parties:
Rev. Matthew Joseph Gahan SJ and Thomas Redfern.
Property:
Stables, yard and dwelling house known as the old Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man.
Terms & Conditions
For a term of 5 years at a yearly rent of £15 to be paid on 12 November and 12 May.
Letter from Fr Felix Mollat SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Fr Felix Mollat SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Mollat, Felix, 1871-1962, Jesuit priest
Insurance policy for the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Insurance policy issued by the Sun Fire Office in Fr Gahan's name for the large building (called the Club Room), Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man.
Sun Fire Office, 1706-1996
Letters from Mr Thomas Montague SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letters from Mr Thomas Montague SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Montague, Thomas, 1888-1972, Jesuit priest
Subscribers to the New Chapel in Douglas, Isle of Man
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Account book detailing subscribers names and subscription amounts to the New Chapel in Douglas, Isle of Man.
Part of Irish Jesuits
A file of letters written by various people to Fr Robert Haly SJ:
Fr Gahan's wish to administer to the Catholic population on the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from James Duff, Liverpool to Rev. Matthew J. Gahan SJ, Hardwicke Street Chapel, Dublin seeking confirmation of Fr Gahan's wish to administer to the Catholic population on the Isle of Man. Remarks that he has been in contact with the Bishop who agreed to appoint Fr Gahan to the post as long as his own Bishop agrees.
Duff, James
Material kept by Fr Andrew O'Farrell SJ on his time at Jersey
Part of Irish Jesuits
List of Auditores Philosophiae 1917 - 1918 at Jersey which includes Andrew O'Farrell SJ. Includes news of Jesuits in France, and First World War. (In French).
Altering part of the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
List of specifications for altering part of the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas to be used as a dwelling house by Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Account book of the Catholic Chapel, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Account book detailing the expenditure on the Catholic Chapel, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle of Man. Includes an abstract of the works on the church.
Letting of stables under the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas
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Document signed by William Quiggin and Robert Quiggin concerning the letting of stables under the Club Room, Athol Street, Douglas and an adjustment in the amount of rent due. Refers to the rent on the room used by Fr Gahan as a kitchen.
Quiggin and Co. Ltd, rope makers and timber merchants, 1821
Money received through church collections
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Details of money received through church collections.
Printed circular on behalf of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Printed circular on behalf of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ appealing for funds to raise a second chapel and school on the Isle of Man.
Plan of the chapel in the Isle of Man
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Plan of the chapel erected by Fr Matthew Gahan SJ in the Isle of Man.
Letters from Richard Thompson, Vicar General to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
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Letters from Richard Thompson, Vicar General to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning Fr Aylmer's offer to give temporary assistance to the Catholic community on the Isle of Man due to Fr Gahan's illness. Includes a postscript remarking that the Bishop has appointed Dr Yovens to visit the Isle of Man on his behalf.
Thompson, Richard, priest
Letter from Mr Robert McCarthy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Mr Robert McCarthy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
McCarthy, Robert, 1889-1953, Jesuit priest
Bill from the Isle of Man Steam Packet company for goods freighted
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Bill made out to Rev Charles Aylmer SJ from the Isle of Man Steam Packet company for goods freighted.
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, 1830-
Letters from Fr Peter Kenny SJ to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the Isle of Man mission
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A file of letters from Fr Peter Kenny SJ (Vice-Provincial April 1834-May 1836) to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the Isle of Man mission and the difficulties that arose in its administration following the illness and death of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ. Includes a letter informing Fr Aylmer that he may go ahead with the opening of the new chapel at Douglas. Expresses his opinion that this should be done without delay. Discusses the finances of the mission (12 November 1835, 8pp). Includes a letter referring to the opposition amongst some residents of the Isle of Man to the opening of the chapel. Remarks 'I hesitated…before I resolved to show your letter to Mr Gahan… I feared that the ingratitude and treachery of his people might annoy him.' (13 December 1835, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to a delay in opening the new chapel. Remarks 'Of course we cannot comply with the conditions proposed and therefore you must let the chapel stay as it is…I should not as yet be inclined to say what we might propose; but from the Bishop making the opening of the chapel dependent on these conditions he seems determined to drive us out of the island…' (20 December 1835, 3pp). Includes a letter asking to be kept fully informed of any communication with the Bishop. Remarks 'It is necessary that we know what is said or proposed by you or Mr Gahan or we may fall into many mistakes…' (29 December 1835, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to Fr. Gahan's headstone and the difficulty in sending it to the Isle of Man. Remarks that it is '…a very commendable piece of work…' (7 May 1837, 3pp).
Kenney, Peter J, 1779-1841, Jesuit priest and educator
Letters from Fr Matthew Gahan SJ to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ on chapel build progress
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Matthew Gahan SJ to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the progress of establishing a chapel for the Catholic community on the Isle of Man. Two of the letters are written to Fr Aylmer while Fr Gahan was travelling [to raise funds] and Fr Aylmer was supplying for him on the island.
Gahan, Matthew, 1782-1837, Jesuit priest
Letter from William and James Duff, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
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Letter and copy of a letter from William and James Duff, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Hardwicke Street Chapel, Dublin expressing their satisfaction that Fr Gahan is to live and administer in the Isle of Man. Remarks 'we feel that in regard to pecuniary matters you will be a sufferer to a considerable extent by the change. But if the satisfaction of having done an important service to religion as well as to its followers, can be any compensation for this sacrifice you must certainly have an ample recompense.'
Duff, James
Receipts, requests for masses, and bequests sent to Fr Charles Farley SJ
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File of receipts, requests for masses, and bequests sent to Fr Charles Farley SJ, St. Francis Xavier, Upper Gardiner Street, (Province
Procurator). Includes receipts, postcards and letters from Frs Edward Boyd Barrett, James O'Connor, Joseph Flinn, A. Magne, Daniel J. Finn (from R.M.S Orsova on the way to Australia), James Creagh, James Farrell, John Ryan (Valkenberg), William Byrne, Bernard Page, John Nerney, C. Wishoff, Leopold Skarek, and Dr. Conway Dwyer, 86 Merrion Square, Dublin.
Letter from Mr John Neary SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letter from Mr John Neary SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
Neary, John J, 1889-1983, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ to Fr Peter Kenney SJ concerning the Isle of Man mission
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A file of letters from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Peter Kenney SJ concerning the Isle of Man mission. Includes a letter discussing the finances of the mission and how much money is required to run the mission (24 November 1835, 3pp). Includes a letter concerning some opposition to the opening of the chapel in Douglas. Remarks that if Dr Youens visits the island he will explain the full matter to him and if he does not visit the island he will visit the Bishop himself. Remarks '…it comes exactly to this: that we either succeed or give up the whole and throw the responsibility on the Bishop and the English. Since last Sunday I have received for the new chapel subscriptions and donations…and except Captain Haggeston, not one of the rich have given one shilling - the Duffs and some others amongst whom I am sorry to name John Kelly…have combined and written against the new chapel thro' dislike to poor Fr Gahan and because they cannot do everything as they please - these withhold their subscriptions in the expectation that the opening of the chapel will be prevented by the Bishop.' (7 December 1835, 4pp). Includes a letter remarking that the Bishop (Dr Penswick) has given his permission for the new chapel to be opened as long as three conditions are complied with. Lists the three conditions (18 December 1835, 2pp). Includes a letter referring to the three conditions laid down by Dr Penswick. Refers to the ownership of the chapel property. Remarks '…Mr. Gahan has actually paid £295 (for converting and fitting out the chapel buildings) - one penny of which he never got from any person in the Isle of Man - and consequently he fairly claims that sum as his property.' Continues 'The delay in opening the new chapel is I feel very unpleasant and causes great feeling and disappointment even amongst liberal Protestants and gives a kind of triumph to the bigoted party and to the few Catholics who are adverse to Fr Gahan and wish to have power.' (26 January 1836, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning Fr Gahan's will and medical and funeral expenses. Refers to Fr Gahan's debts. Remarks '…are we to take all this responsibility on ourselves, to discharge all these debts and then to be dismissed at Doctor Briggs' pleasure. If he is to have the whole without any remuneration to the Society or to its benefactors let him take it and become responsible for it with all its encumbrances…' (3 March 1837, 3pp).
Aylmer, Charles, 1786-1849, Jesuit priest
Letters from Mr Andrew O'Farrell SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ
Letters from Mr Andrew O'Farrell SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ.
O'Farrell, Andrew, 1894-1961, Jesuit priest
Letters from Dr Thomas Youens to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the mission on the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Dr Thomas Youens to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the mission on the Isle of Man. Dr Yovens was appointed by Dr Briggs to visit the Isle of Man and assess matters following the death of Fr Gahan and to arrange the opening of the new chapel in Douglas. Includes a letter informing Fr Aylmer that he has full permission from the Bishop (Dr Briggs) to bless the new chapel in Douglas and perform divine service in it (28 February 1837, 1p). Includes a letter expressing the Bishop's wish that the mission of the Isle of Man pass into his own hands. Remarks that he does not know who the Bishop has in mind to take over the mission (27 April 1837, 3pp). Includes a letter relating to the sum of money paid by Dr Briggs to the Society of Jesus in respect of the Isle of Man. (16 May 1840, 1p).
Youens, Thomas, priest
List of Missions to be given in Britain in Autumn 1955
List of Missions to be given in Britain in Autumn 1955.
Letters from Bishop John Briggs to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, concerning the chapel property in Douglas
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Bishop John Briggs to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, Catholic Chapel House, Douglas, Isle of Man concerning the chapel property in Douglas and the wish of the Bishop, Dr Penswick, that the property should be '…vested in Trustees of whom the Bishop should name one.' (22 December 1835, 3pp). Remarks that Fr Gahan is not correct in stating that the Bishop agreed that the chapel would be put in Fr Gahan's name alone. Remarks '…I believe Mr. Gahan is mistaken. For I was present when Dr Penswick refused his assent to this proposal made personally by Mr. Gahan.' (22 December 1835, 3pp).
Briggs, John, 1788-1861, Roman Catholic Bishop of Beverley
Letters from Fr Patrick Bracken SJ to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ on the Isle of Man mission
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Patrick Bracken SJ (Vice-Provincial) to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the administration of the Isle of Man mission following the illness and death of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ. Includes a letter referring to the death of Fr Gahan. Refers to an article in a newspaper concerning his death. Remarks '…it is stated that Fr Gahan had died from the effects of the religious persecution which he suffered. This will be understood as persecution on the part of the Bishop and will I fear make a bad impression on the English and Irish clergy, for many will attribute the article directly or indirectly to us.' Asks Fr Aylmer to send a detailed statement of Fr Gahan's debts and rents and a valuation of the property on the Isle of Man (9 March 1837, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to Fr General's instructions to give up the property to Bishop Briggs on the Isle of Man. Remarks 'I have no doubt that he will award us some compensation; but the amount will depend on his own generosity…what the Society has in property I trust she will gain in reputation, at least in the eyes of the inhabitants of the island.' (18 March 1837, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to the problems with Fr Gahan's will (10 July 1837, 4pp).
Bracken, Patrick, 1795-1867, Jesuit priest
Letter to the Irish Fr Provincial from Dr James Staunton, Bishop of Ferns enclosing documents relating to ‘the scheme for Missions to Irish Catholics in Britain by Irish Missioners’.
Staunton, James, 1889-1963, Roman Catholic Bishop of Ferns
Letters from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ to Fr Patrick Bracken SJ concerning Fr Gahan's death
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Patrick Bracken SJ (Vice-Provincial) concerning Fr Gahan's death. Includes a letter discussing the value of the two chapels and the residence and school in Douglas and an inventory of the objects in the chapels (24 March 1837, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning Dr Youens proposed visit to the island '…for the purpose of making an arrangement respecting the affairs of this mission.' Asks for Fr Bracken's instructions telling him how he should discuss matters with Dr Youens. (14 April 1837, 3pp). Includes a letter informing Fr Bracken that Dr Youens arrival has been delayed. Remarks 'The disappointment of his not being able to come this week is a great annoyance to me as I promised the creditors and the tenants of the old chapel house and here in Douglas that matters would be settled with them.' (25 April 1837, 4pp). Includes a letter describing his discussions with Dr Youens. Remarks that the Bishop did not empower him to make any final decisions. Remarks 'After all our conferences Doctor Yovens has awarded to the Society as compensation the sum of eight hundred pounds to be paid to you by Dr Briggs - and considers this sum less than the Society is entitled to…He means to prove to the Bishop…that a considerable sacrifice has been made of property to his Lordship and to this mission by the Society…' (12 May 1837, 3pp). Includes a letter concerning the appointment of Fr McGrath to the Isle of Man. Remarks that he has only recently been ordained '…and is more like a boy from school… not perhaps quite calculated for such a place as this…' (19 June 1837, 3pp).
Aylmer, Charles, 1786-1849, Jesuit priest
File entitled Missions in Britain 1950s
File entitled Missions in Britain 1950s containing eleven sections: Introductory letter from Fr Leonard Sheil SJ (20 February 1960, 5pp);
Letter from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ to Dr Briggs concerning Isle of Man property
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copies of a letter from Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, Douglas to Dr Briggs concerning the property of the Isle of Man mission which he bequeaths to the Bishop.
Aylmer, Charles, 1786-1849, Jesuit priest
Granting of faculties to Peter McGrath for work on the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Dr Briggs, Glasgow to Dr Youens regarding the granting of faculties to Peter McGrath to administer to the Catholic population on the Isle of Man. Includes a letter from Dr Yovens to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ concerning the communication.
Briggs, John, 1788-1861, Roman Catholic Bishop of Beverley
Letter from William Thomas Rogers to Charles Kernan concerning the property on the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from William Thomas Rogers, 47 Lower Dominick Street to Charles Kernan concerning the property on the Isle of Man and the Jesuit Fathers. Remarks 'I am spoken to daily about the matter and feel ashamed of not being able to give any decisive answer on the subject.'
Briggs, John, 1788-1861, Roman Catholic Bishop of Beverley
Letter from Peter McGrath to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Peter McGrath, Douglas, Isle of Man to Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, Upper Gardiner Street, Dublin concerning a law that has been passed by the legislature of the island regulating marriage. Remarks that it requires a proprietor or trustee of a building used as a Catholic church to seek a licence from the Governor to celebrate a marriage. Asks Fr Aylmer to organise this for him with the proprietor/trustee of the chapel on the Isle of Man.
McGrath, Peter, priest
'The Story of the Catholic Church in the Isle of Man'
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Photocopy from a book entitled 'The Story of the Catholic Church in the Isle of Man' by Rev. William S. Dempsey concerning Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Dempsey, William S, priest
Letter from Bishop Penswick to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ on a potential visit to the Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Bishop Penswick, Liverpool to Fr Matthew Gahan SJ, Isle of Man concerning a visit he had intended to make to the island. Remarks that because the habeas corpus act has not been sanctioned by the legislators he is going to postpone his visit. Remarks 'I have often thought of you and even expected to be in a situation to relieve your wants; whenever my hopes are realised I will not overlook you.'
Penswick, Thomas, 1772-1836, Roman Catholic Bishop
Letter from Professor Rev. F. X. Martin OSA to Fr Francis Finegan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Professor Rev. F. X. Martin OSA, Department of Medieval History, University College Dublin to Fr Francis Finegan SJ enquiring about the relationship between Dr William Gahan OSA and Fr Matthew Gahan SJ.
Martin, F. X., 1922-2000, Augustinian, historian and activist
Enquiry from Miss Zena M. Carns to concerning Fr Matthew Gahan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to an enquiry from Miss Zena M. Carns, Stonyhurst Preparatory School, Hodder Place, Stonyhurst, Lancashire to Irish Fr Provincial Brendan Barry SJ concerning the re-establishment of the Catholic Church in the Isle of Man and Fr Matthew Gahan SJ. Includes a letter from Fr Francis Finegan SJ to Fr Barry answering the query and including copies of letters relating to Fr Gahan and the Isle of Man (24 July 1829 - 10 December 1838, 46pp).
Carns, Zena M, teacher
Souvenir booklet on the occasion of the blessing of St Mary's church, Castletown, Isle of Man
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Souvenir booklet on the occasion of the blessing of St. Mary's church, Castletown, Isle of Man by Bishop J. Rawsthorne. (St. Mary's was opened ca. 1826 - 1829 by Fr Gahan SJ).
'Fr Myles MacPharlan, P.P. Predecessor of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ'
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Unpublished text by Fr Kevin Laheen SJ entitled 'Fr Myles MacPharlan, P.P. Predecessor of Fr Matthew Gahan SJ'.
Laheen, Kevin A, 1919-2019, Jesuit priest
Correspondence with Dr John Charles McQuaid, Archbishop of Dublin
Correspondence with Dr John Charles McQuaid, Archbishop of Dublin (mostly holograph letters from the Archbishop and copies of Fr. Provincial’s replies) on various matters. Includes letters concerning:
McQuaid, John Charles, 1895-1973, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Dublin