Material concerning Fr John Purcell SJ in Australia
- IE IJA MSSN/AUST/393
- File
- 29 December 1975 - 17 February 1976
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Fr John Purcell SJ and his failing health.
Purcell, John, 1913-1976, Jesuit priest
Material concerning Fr John Purcell SJ in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Fr John Purcell SJ and his failing health.
Purcell, John, 1913-1976, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuits
Letters from Fr Aubrey Gwynn’s first cousins, Arthur Montague Gwynn, New South Wales, Australia and Edward Harold Gwynn, Gloucester, England, written in response to Fr Gwynn’s request for genealogical information as part of his research on the history of the Gwynn family (24 July 1974 – 17 April 1975, 3 items).
Correspondence between Fr Maurice Fitzgerald SJ and his Irish Provincials
Part of Irish Jesuits
File of correspondence between Fr Maurice Fitzgerald SJ and his Irish Provincials.
Part of Irish Jesuits
Copy of letter from Fr Redmond Roche SJ, Belvedere College, Dublin to Fr Eustace Boylan SJ, Canisius College, Mona Vale, Pymble, NSW, Australia regarding the biographer of Fr Henry Fegan SJ by Fr Boylan and its suitability for publication.
Roche, Redmond F, 1904-1983, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuits
Catalogue entry for Fr Cyril Peyton SJ (1950), letter from Fr Peyton to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas Byrne SJ, seeking a return to Ireland from Australia (1952), and memorial card.
Peyton, Cyril, 1911-1955, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Eustace Boylan SJ, Canisius College, Pymble, NSW, Australia to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his manuscript on the life of Fr Fegan SJ. Asks if the manuscript has been passed by the censors. Remarks that if the manuscript is not to be published he would like it to be returned.
Boylan, Eustace, 1869-1953, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Thomas Fleming SJ to Irish Provincial concerning his recently published book
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Thomas Fleming SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Provincial Fr Thomas Byrne SJ concerning his recently published book.
Fleming, Thomas, 1897-1988, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Francis X. O'Brien SJ, Headmaster, St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney, NSW to Irish Provincial Fr John R. MacMahon SJ concerning Fr Michael Morrison, his demobilisation from the army and his assignment to Australia.
O'Brien, Francis X, 1881-1974, Jesuit priest and chaplain
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Jeremiah Hogan SJ, Canisius College, Pittwater Road, Pymble, NSW to Irish Provincial Fr John R. MacMahon SJ concerning the results of the Irish Province, Theologians and to the Mission in Hong Kong. Remarks 'There are some civilians in Sydney who were in the prison camps at Hong Kong and gave us some more news. Besides Fr Bodkin has written about his experiences there.'
Hogan, Jeremiah J, 1903-1986, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuits
Letters to the Irish Fr Provincial, mostly from Fr Leonard Sheil SJ, relating to his Mission work throughout Ireland. Includes:
Letters from Fr John Meagher SJ to Irish Fr Provincial (John R. MacMahon SJ and Thomas Byrne)
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr John Meagher SJ (Vice-Provincial of the Vice-Province 25 August 1939-1 October 1947) to Irish Fr Provincial (John R. MacMahon SJ and Thomas Byrne). Includes a letter referring to an offer by the Apostolic Delegate to take a minor seminary in New Zealand in 1947. Asks if four or five young priests could be sent out. Remarks 'We have offers of work from practically every Bishop in Australia and must refuse for want of men. Our recruiting is bad and I really don't know what to do to remedy the trouble.' (10 November 1945, 1p). Includes a letter referring to a request by Fr Dan O'Connell SJ for Fr Richard Ingram SJ to help with his work in the Riverview Observatory. (18 March 1946, 1p). Includes a number of letters concerning Fr Cooney and his ill health. Includes a letter remarking 'He (Fr Cooney) wants to return to Hong Kong in September but I think you realise his return there would probably settle his chances of ever doing any more work...I think that Fr Cooney will never be really fit to return to Hong Kong (15 May 1946, 1p). Includes a letter referring to proposals to open colleges in Adelaide and Brisbane. Remarks due to the shortage of Jesuit Fathers that this is impossible. (27 June 1946, 1p).
Meagher, John, 1895-1972, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit chaplains
Letters and telegrams to the Irish Fr Provincial from Fr Conor Naughton SJ written during his time as a chaplain with the 10th Rifle Brigade in Saffron Walden, Essex; in Hadleigh Militia Camp, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh (an Anti-Aircraft unit); in Stoke Military Hospital, North Bovey, Devon; based in St Michael’s House, Stanhope Lines, Aldershot, Hants.; Richmond Arms Hotel, Goodwood, Sussex; 47th General Hospital, Mhow, Central India; with 2nd Battalion, York and Lancaster Regiment in India; in No. 3 Indian British General Hospital, Poona, India; Combined Military Hospital, Wāltair R.S. and with 14th Battalion, [Durham Light Infantry] in Drake West Camp, Dorset. Fr Naughton took his final vows in Manresa House (England) on 4 February 1942. Includes letter to Irish Fr Provincial from T. Naughton (Fr Naughton’s [father]) (27 July 1942, 1p.) and numerous references to Fr John Hayes SJ (See CHP2/18).
Naughton, Conor I, 1907-1992, Jesuit priest and chaplain
Correspondence between Fr Kevin O'Dwyer SJ and his Irish Provincials
Part of Irish Jesuits
File of correspondence between Fr Kevin O'Dwyer SJ and his Irish Provincials. Material relates to his time in Australia, York,
Limerick, London, Amsterdam, Nova Scotia, Montreal, New York, Iowa and Singapore.
Letters to the Irish Provincial on various matters
Letters to the Irish Provincial on various matters. Includes letters concerning:
Part of Irish Jesuits
File relating to Fr William Saul SJ, including application to join the Society, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials and catalogue entries,
Saul, William, 1910-1976, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr John Fahy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Laurence Kieran SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr John Fahy SJ (Vice-Provincial of the Vice-Province 19 March 1931-25 August 1939) to Irish Fr Provincial Laurence Kieran SJ. Includes a letter referring to a visit to the Hong Kong Mission. Remarks 'Your men are doing glorious work there I had expected great things; the reality surpassed my expectations. That will become a first class mission.' (25 February 1937, 2pp). Includes a letter referring to plans for a retreat house and scholasticate at Sydney. Refers to the Archbishop of Perth and his desire for the Jesuit fathers to build a college in Perth. Remarks '...he wishes to get the Jesuits into his diocese. It does not seem to have occurred to him that the people of Perth would be expected to support any Jesuit Fathers who work there. So we exchange letters on this question of filthy lucre.' (1 April 1937, 2pp). Includes a letter expressing his thanks to Fr Kieran SJ for writing about the Australian Jesuits studying in Ireland. Remarks '...I am most grateful for your interest in them and your care of them. Other Provincials never write about our men: all we get is the bill and the exam results...' Refers to his own position as Provincial of the Vice-Province. Remarks 'Yes, our period of office is drawing to a close...I long for the day... Boys oh Boys, think of it: no more "relationes", no more triennial papers, no more elenchi, no more building, no more administratio temporalis, no more...peace perfect peace.' (21 April 1937, 2pp). Includes a letter referring to the proposed opening of a scholasticate in January 1938 (25 October 1938, 1p).
Fahy, John, 1874-1958, Jesuit priest
Colm Ó Riordan admission papers and correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials
Part of Irish Jesuits
File containing Colm Ó Riordan admission papers and correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials concerning his missionary work in Zambia.
Correspondence between Fr Edward O’Connor SJ and his Irish Provincials
Part of Irish Jesuits
File of correspondence between Fr Edward O’Connor SJ and his Irish Provincials. Material relates to his time in Rome during WWII and his time in Zambia
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Paul O'Flanagan SJ including application to join the Society, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials and catalogue entries.
O'Flanagan, Paul, 1898-1974, Jesuit priest
File relating to Fr John Purcell SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
File relating to Fr John Purcell SJ, including application to join the Society, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials, catalogue entries, and memorial card.
Material relating to Fr Michael Moloney SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Michael Moloney SJ which includes correspondence describing his work in Australia and Zambia and includes correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials and curia, personal record and application to join the Society.
File relating to Fr Patrick Toner SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
File relating to Fr Patrick Toner SJ, including application to join the Society, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials, catalogue entries and memorial card.
Fr Thomas Cooney's health and suitability for missionary work
Part of Irish Jesuits
Correspondence on Fr Thomas Cooney's health and suitability for missionary work in Northern Rhodesia (1952-1953).
Material relating to Fr Jeremiah Hogan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Fr Jeremiah Hogan SJ. Includes documents relating to his ill health (TB), his move from Hong Kong to Australia and his death in Australia.
Hogan, Jeremiah J, 1903-1986, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuits
Correspondence between Thomas Fleming and his Irish Fr Provincials during his professional life in China and in Australia.
Fleming, Thomas, 1897-1988, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Jeremiah Sullivan SJ, St Ignatius, Richmond, Victoria to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr Jeremiah Sullivan SJ, St Ignatius, Richmond, Victoria to Irish Fr Provincial John Fahy SJ concerning Mr George Hughes SJ, his poor health, unsuitability to the Society and subsequent death. Refers also to the Novitiate at Loyola and drawing (12 February 1930, 4pp).
Sullivan, Jeremiah, 1877-1960, Jesuit priest
Letter from Mr William Allen SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Mr William Allen SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial John Fahy SJ, complaining that Fr William Lockington SJ has refused him permission to visit his brother (a Christian Brother) once a month. Includes a letter from Fr Lockington to Fr Fahy concerning the matter.
Allen, William, 1900-1964, Jesuit priest
Material relating to Fr Michael Morrison SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Michael Morrison SJ which includes correspondence relating to his time as a chaplain to the British forces during the Second World War, his work in Australia, correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials and curia, personal record and application to join the Society.
Material relating to Fr Donald Lawler SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
Material relating to Fr Donald Lawler SJ which includes correspondence with Irish Fr Provincials and curia, personal record and application to join the Society.
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Francis O'Brien SJ (Rector), St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial John Fahy SJ concerning Mr William Hughes, a member of the St Aloysius College Community, the question of whether Australia should become a Vice-Province, a retreat he gave in Brisbane during which the Archbishop (Dr Duhig) referred to the Society's refusal of his invitation to open a college in Brisbane. Refers finally to the possibility of a college in New Zealand.
Manuscript by Fr William Lockington SJ entitled 'Subjects and Superiors'
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to a manuscript by Fr William Lockington SJ entitled 'Subjects and Superiors'. Includes censor's reports.
Lockington, William, 1871-1948, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Daniel J. Finn SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the voyage to Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Daniel J. Finn SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the voyage to Australia and his arrival in Sydney.
Finn, Daniel J, 1886-1936, Jesuit priest
Telegram to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the arrival of Frs. Healy, Flynn and Fitzgerald in London
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Telegram to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the arrival of Frs. Healy, Flynn and Fitzgerald due in London on board the "Demosthenes."
Material relating to the seismograph in Rathfarnham Castle, Dublin
Part of Irish Jesuit houses of formation
A file relating to the seismograph in Rathfarnham Castle. Includes letters from Fr William O'Leary SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V Nolan SJ concerning the construction of the seismograph.
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copy of a letter from the Micheal Kelly, Archbishop of Sydney, St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney to Fr John Ryan SJ (Superior of the Australian Mission) concerning two issues raised in letters from Fr Ryan SJ to the Archbishop, namely sanction for a loan to extend St Mary's Church, Milson's Point and the restoration of parish duties to the Fathers at Loyola.
Kelly, Michael, 1850-1940, Archbishop of Sydney
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Mr Denis Nerney SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning where he would like to study theology.
Nerney, Denis S, 1886-1958, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Mr Thomas J. O'Mara SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview to to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning money left to him by his father. Remarks that he would like to use the money to repair the cricket ground at the college.
O'Mara, Thomas, 1882-1933, Jesuit priest
Copy letter concerning the health of Mr Paul Healy SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copy letter from C. H. Maher, MRCS and M. McIntyre Sinclair, M.D., 36 College Street, Sydney to [ ] concerning the health of Mr Paul Healy SJ.
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Mr Paul Healy SJ, Bodington, Wentworth Falls, NSW to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his ill health and his admission to a private sanatorium.
Healy, Paul, 1894-1934, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Mr Daniel Fitzgibbon SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ asking to return home to complete his studies. Remarks that his health has improved.
Fitzgibbon, Daniel, 1884-1956, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr William Gwynn SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning personal issues and chaplaincy
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr William Gwynn SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the Australian Mission. Includes a letter wondering whether he should go to the front. Remarks that he is too old for the trenches. (28 December 1915, 5pp). Includes a letter concerning his problems with drink and his desire to put his problems behind him and continue with his religious life and work assigned to him (30 May 1918, 19pp). Includes a letter concerning his appointment as chaplain for continuous service with Australian troops going to the front. Remarks that he is very pleased with his appointment (15 July 1918, 3pp). Includes a letter referring to his arrival back in Australia and his new position doing parish work at St. Mary's, North Sydney. Remarks 'I have charge of the Men's sodality...meantime I am awaiting demobilisation...' (25 October 1919, 4pp). Includes a letter announcing his arrival in London and remarks how glad he is to be home. Remarks that he wishes to arrange receipt of his war bonus with the authorities before he leaves London for Dublin. (10 January 1920, 2pp).
Gwynn, William, 1865-1950, Jesuit priest and chaplain
Material relating to Mr William Tucker SJ, his poor health and his unsuitability for the Society
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to a scholastic, William Tucker SJ, his poor health and his unsuitability for the Society. Includes a letter from Fr John Ryan SJ, St Ignatius, Richmond, Melbourne to Fr Charles Farley SJ concerning Mr Tucker's expenses at the sanatorium. (18 November 1918, 1p).
Tucker, William J, 1888-, former Jesuit scholastic
Letters from Mr Basil Loughnan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his teaching work in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Mr Basil Loughnan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning his teaching work in Australia.
Loughnan, Basil, 1887-1967, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr George Byrne SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the voyage to Australia and his work with the Novices and the community in Loyola, Greenwich Road, Greenwich. Includes a letter concerning a trip to America and refers to a meeting he had with the doctor of Mr William Tucker SJ. Remarks 'I saw the Doctor, his opinion is that, as far as climate etc. is concerned, home was just as good as USA but because of "T(ucker)'s temperament he believed California would be better...I doubt very much whether the man himself really seriously wants to remain in the Society...' (31 May 1919, 3pp).
Byrne, George, 1879-1962, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Patrick J. Dalton SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his theology course
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr Patrick J. Dalton SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning his theology course and the voyage back to Ireland to begin theology. Includes a letter concerning his new post in Kurseong and explains the delay in going to India due to a misunderstanding with Fr Ryan (15 December 1917, 3pp).
Dalton, Patrick J, 1881-1952, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Robert J. Little SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Robert J. Little SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning his work at St Ignatius' College, Riverview, Sydney and subsequent move to St Patrick's College, Melbourne.
Little, Robert J, 1865-1933, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Patrick Tighe SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the voyage to Australia, his work in Australia and his work as a chaplain in the First World War. Includes a letter concerning his appointment to the new Novitiate and remarks that he is not pleased and that he feels himself unfit for the role (16 June 1914, 4pp). Includes a letter describing his work in Egypt. Remarks 'The war is truly terrible but it has opened the gates of Heaven to many of those killed in battle and it is drawing countless hearts to God - this is the universal experience of the chaplains.' Continues '...my health continues quite robust...I have got quite accustomed to the sleeping bag on the floor...' (2 March 1916, 2pp). Includes a letter referring to his departure from Egypt. Refers to the 1916 Rising in Ireland. Remarks '...what a terrible time you have had in Dublin recently...it seems inconceivable that there could have been such a widespread movement without the knowledge of the authorities.' Continues '...what a drain on the Province and Mission the war is proving and yet how necessary the chaplains are...' (25 May 1916, 2pp).
Tighe, Patrick, 1866-1920, Jesuit, priest, chaplain and missionary
Letters from Fr Dominic V. Connell SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr Dominic V. Connell SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial. Includes a letter giving his opinion about the creation of a Vice-Province of the Society in Australia (26 June 1925, 1p).
Connell, Dominic, 1866-1933, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr William G. Lockington SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Mission in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr William G. Lockington SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Mission in Australia. Includes a letter written on board the "Resaro" between Naples and Palermo concerning his success at obtaining two Italian Fathers for the parish of Richmond during a visit to Italy. (nd, 4pp). Includes a letter seeking permission to secure extra ground adjoining St. James' Church in Richmond (23 December 1914, 2pp). Includes a letter summarising points raised at meetings discussing the management of Newman College and the appointment of a Rector. Remarks that Dr. Mannix would like to see Fr Albert Power SJ appointed to the position. Refers to Fr Michael Colman SJ and the problems he is causing for the mission. Remarks that he was the source of much concern while serving as a Military Chaplain. (29 May 1918, 6pp). Includes a letter referring to the purchase of a Catholic paper 'The Advocate' by Dr Mannix. Remarks that the Archbishop (of Melbourne) wishes a Jesuit to become the editor and manager (10 January 1919, 3pp). Includes a report on the Juniorate in Australia by Fr Lockington (23 September 1919, 10pp). Includes a letter referring to the Irish-Australasian Convention to be held in Australia. Remarks that approximately 200,000 people are expected (29 October [1919], 1p). Includes a letter referring to an offer of St. Leo's University to the Jesuits by Dr Duhig, Archbishop of Brisbane. (19 November 1919, 3pp). Includes letters concerning the possibility of Australia becoming an independent mission. Remarks 'There is a very strong feeling of love for Ireland among ours out here and regrets would be keen if a separation came about. Of course all realize that with growth such is the natural course of things but I for one would always be in favour of sending Ours to Ireland for theology. This is a Protestant country with a Protestant atmosphere and a breath of the Catholic atmosphere of Ireland is the best antidote to that I know.' ([1] February 1923, 2pp & 5 October 1924, 4pp).
Lockington, William, 1871-1948, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Thomas Anthony Walsh SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Thomas Anthony Walsh SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning his work in Australia.
Walsh, Thomas Anthony, 1877-1952, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr John Corcoran SJ, St Ignatius' College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr John Corcoran SJ, St Ignatius' College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ. Includes a letter referring to Fr Patrick Keating's death (Rector of Riverview) (20 May 1913, 6pp).
Corcoran, John, 1874-1940, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr John Roney SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr John Roney SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning his work and the community at Norwood, South Australia. Includes a letter referring to the finances of St Francis Xavier's, North Sydney (28 August 1918, 5pp)
Roney, John, 1856-1931, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Edward Francis Pigot SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Edward Francis Pigot SJ to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning the death of Fr Patrick Keating and his own brother's illness and imminent death.
Pigot, Edward Francis, 1858-1929, Jesuit priest, teacher, astronomer and seismologist
Letters from Mr Leo F. Murphy SJ concerning a swimming carnival and his theological studies
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Mr Leo F. Murphy SJ, St Aloysius' College, Milson's Point, Sydney and St Ignatius' College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas V. Nolan SJ concerning a swimming carnival and his theological studies.
Murphy, Leo, 1888-1957, Jesuit priest
Death of Fr Patrick Keating SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
File on the death of Fr Patrick Keating SJ including letters from Australia describing his funeral.
Letters from Fr John Corcoran SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr John Corcoran SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work (in 1915 he was Fr Minister in Riverview).
Corcoran, John, 1874-1940, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Richard Murphy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Richard Murphy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial. Includes a letter referring to the opening of the Novitiate at Loyola, Greenwich Road, Greenwich, North Sydney. Refers to retreat work also carried out from Loyola, North Sydney (4 August 1913, 1p). Includes a letter concerning the establishment of a new foundation in Toowong, Queensland. Remarks 'Queensland is a land of quite extraordinary wealth and must eventually harbour a very large population. In those days our Foundation here will be gratefully remembered.' (20 November 1916, 2pp).
Murphy, Richard James Francis, 1875-1957, Jesuit priest
Material related to Mr Francis Davis SJ and request to leave the Society of Jesus
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Mr Francis Davis's request to leave the Society of Jesus. Includes a letter expressing his intention to stay in Australia. (12 March 1911, 1p). Includes a copy of a letter from Fr Thomas Brown SJ (Superior of the Mission), St Mary's, North Sydney to Mr Davis remarking that it would be wise for him to return to Ireland (1 July 1911, 1p).
Davis, Francis, 1880-, former Jesuit scholastic
Letter from Fr Thomas Fay SJ, St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Thomas Fay SJ, St. Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial William Delany SJ concerning the college - the purchase of, finances of and numbers of pupils.
Fay, Thomas, 1864-1939, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr George Kelly SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr George Kelly SJ, St Mary's, North Sydney and Manresa, Hawthorn Melbourne to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission.
Kelly, George, 1847-1934, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr James Colgan SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr James Colgan SJ to Irish Fr Provincials concerning the Australian Mission [and his return home].
Colgan, James E, 1849-1915, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Thomas Gartlan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Thomas Gartlan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission, his position as Rector of St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney (appointed 15 July 1913). Includes a letter referring to the seismological observatory. Remarks that capable men are needed to take charge of the observatory '...Fr Pigot is doing his best to get away - to Japan I think - and in any case - though very capable - he is such a bundle of nerves - that he cannot deal properly with any assistant he engages to help him. In consequence of this and his own very indifferent health - the observatory work is hopelessly in arrears. Moreover for want of funds we have been unable to roof in properly the seismological tunnel...' (24 August 1911, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to a grant from the NSW government to Fr Pigot for the purchase of a new Russian seismograph. (5 September 1916, 1p).
Gartlan, Thomas, 1853-1942, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Thomas P Brown SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Thomas P Brown SJ (Mission Superior, 14 June 1908-9 April 1913) to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission and community matters in the various houses. Includes a letter written from St. Ignatius, Richmond, Melbourne referring to the Archbishop's decision to cut off the Greenwich district from the North Sydney district he assigned to the Society of Jesus. 'This invasion was a surprise to many who fondly believed that H.E. had promised not to cut off the Greenwich district provided we kept a Father at Loyola to attend to it. This condition was fulfilled.' (25 January 1911, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to Fr Pigot SJ and his trip to see also London. Remarks that Fr Pigot hopes to visit seismographic stations in Europe, and Japan 'What he hopes to gain by the tour it is not easy for an outsider to determine. He knows as much about seismographs as any of his contemporaries and the difference between one instrument and another finds a parallel, it seems to me, in tweedledum and tweedledee' (6 September 1911, 4pp). Includes notes from a meeting held at Richmond, Melbourne to discuss the possibility of closing one or more of the Australian Colleges (15 July 1912, 2pp).
Brown, Thomas P, 1845-1915, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr William O'Dowling SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letters from Fr William O'Dowling SJ to Irish Fr Provincial John Conmee SJ concerning his work in Australia (St. Mary's, North Sydney and Sevenhills, South Australia).
O'Dowling, William, 1847-1916, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr John Forster SJ, St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr John Forster SJ, St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney concerning his work in St. Aloysius' College and the administration of the college.
Forster, John, 1870-1964, Jesuit priest
Letter from M F Dalton, Kangaroobie, Mullion Creek, New South Wlaes to Fr John Conmee SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from M F (Michael) Dalton, Kangaroobie, Mullion Creek, New South Wales to Fr John Conmee SJ concerning his visit. Refers to the income of the estate derived from sheep rearing and wool. Wishes Fr Conmee a safe return to Ireland,and encloses a few example of Kangaroobie bred wool. Michael F Dalton was a brother of Fr Patrick Dalton SJ.
Dalton, M F
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Patrick J. McCurtin SJ, St Aloysius College, Milson's Point, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial concerning his work as Rector of St. Aloysius College and the community who live there and general news from the Australian Mission (administration, finances, pupils, staff, extension to the college). Many of the letters emphasise the shortage of staff at St Aloysius College. Remarks 'Still our objection as regards staff is not owing to the dearth of men - but to the unequal distribution...it looks as if the place which makes his loudest noise gets all the best of the arrangements...' Asks Fr Provincial to relieve him of his job as Rector of the college (21 March 1916, 4pp).
McCurtin, Patrick J, 1865-1938, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuits
Letters written to Fr Thomas Wheeler SJ from W.J. Gannon, House of John of God, Stillorgan, County Dublin, and Anathoth, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England, relating to his future spiritual life. In the first letter he writes, ‘I am now satisfied that it is God’s holy will that I am not to serve Him as a Jesuit…’.
File of letters addressed to Fr Thomas Wheeler SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
File of letters addressed to Fr Thomas Wheeler SJ. Mainly relates to financial matters as Fr Wheeler was Province Procurator at the time. Includes letters from:
Letters from Fr Michael Browne SJ to Fr William Stephenson SJ
Part of Irish Jesuits
Letters from Fr Michael Browne SJ to William Stephenson SJ:
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from the Archbishop of Sydney, Patrick Cardinal Moran, The Irish College, Rome to Irish Fr Provincial James Murphy SJ concerning the change of the site of the Jesuit's High School from it's present site to North Sydney.
Moran, Patrick Francis, 1830-1911, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Letters from Fr Edward Corish SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial concerning the voyage to Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Edward Corish SJ to the Irish Fr Provincial concerning the voyage to Australia and his appointment to St Francis Xavier's, Lavender Bay, North Sydney.
Corish, Edward, 1862-1951, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr George Kelly SJ, St Mary's Presbytery, North Sydney, Australia to Irish Fr Provincial J Murphy SJ concerning a letter written by a priest in Rome 'which has been taken up amongst certain laymen who are in the confidence of Ecclesiastical circles.' Refers to a Cardinal Moran and remarks '...there has been much gossip about the probability of his remaining in Rome.' Refers to Fr [Michael] Dooley and remarks 'It had been...a matter of public notoriety and some amusement amongst Ours that for years Fr Dooley has been in the habit of writing constantly to Propaganda...about anything...in the Ecclesiastical world and lately...about the Cardinal's future.' Includes a note written by Fr Provincial concerning a meeting he had with Cardinal Moran about the letter.
Kelly, George, 1847-1934, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr John Ryan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Mission in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
An extensive file of letters from Fr John Ryan SJ to Irish Fr Provincial. As Superior of the Mission (11 February 1901 - 14 June 1908 & 9 April 1913 - 24 October 1917), Fr Ryan wrote to his superior, the Irish Fr Provincial on all matters concerning the administration (including visitations he made to the various communities) of the Mission and members of the Society living and working in see also Australia. Includes a letter to Fr J. Murphy SJ concerning Fr John O'Neill's health. Remarks '...there is only one proper course open to us viz. to send Fr O'Neill to Europe where he will have, at least, a chance of recovery...He is a source of constant anxiety, and we have no institution in Australia where we can put him, except the public Lunatic Asylum.' Remarks that following discussion with his Consultors he has decided to send Fr O'Neill home. (8 December 1902, 2pp). Includes a memorandum concerning the mission of the Jesuit Fathers in North Sydney. (5 March 1912, 7pp). Includes a letter concerning the Sydney Synod. Remarks 'It seems the secular clergy are urging His Grace to dock more and more the missionary districts of Regulars and apparently he means to satisfy them as much as possible.' (6 August 1913, 2pp). Includes a letter discussing the proposed additions to St. Aloysius College (6 August 1913, 5pp). Includes a letter referring to the war and the difficulty of sending letters. Remarks '…it is a blessing that so far none of our mail boats have been sunk'. Refers to Sevenhills and remarks that he will do his best '…to work up the Altar Wine Industry which I hope will be of great help to Loyola. And I do hope you will succeed in getting some Bros. That understand the making of wine.' Concludes by remarking that more chaplains are needed by the Military Authorities and remarks that he cannot supply even one Father. Refers to Fr Hearne SJ, at the front and remarks '…everyone who has met him is loud in his praises.' (9 February 1914, 2pp). Includes a letter concerning a loan for Riverview (a second mortgage on the property) (18 February 1914, 3pp). Includes a letter regarding the reopening of the Novitiate at Loyola (18 February 1914, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning the proposed administration of St. John's College in the University of Sydney by the Jesuit Fathers (23 - 25 February 1914, 3pp). Includes a letter (with rough drawings) regarding the alterations made at Loyola for the reopening of the Novitiate (16 June 1914, 3pp). Includes a letter referring to a statement sent to Fr General concerning the lax discipline at Riverview. Remarks that the statements made by Fr General were too sweeping (1 September 1915, 2pp). Includes letters concerning an offer made by Archbishop Dunne (Archbishop of Brisbane), Toowong Parochial District, Brisbane. In a letter from Fr Ryan to Fr Thomas V Nolan SJ he remarks that Toowong would be the most suitable district in Brisbane for the work of the Jesuits (29 August 1915 - 18 June 1916, 9 items). Includes letters see also concerning the property Ellangowan (Adelaide) and the desire of the Society of Jesus to secure the property (9 March 1916, 3pp). Includes a number of letters concerning a new Superior for Norwood and problems with Fr McCurtin over the matter (8 March 1916 - 27 March 1916, 6 items). Includes a letter expressing his surprise at the employment of female cooks at Xavier College, Kew, Melbourne. Remarks that he challenged Fr O'Dwyer SJ (Rector) about it at once as 'It was well known that I would not consent without referring the matter to Your Reverence.' Includes a letter from Fr O'Dwyer to Fr Ryan explaining the reasons why he employed female cooks (1 April 1917 & 2 April 1917, 2 items). Includes a memorandum concerning the sending of Juniors to Ireland and opposition of the Consultors to sending them to Ireland. Outlines various reasons why the Consultors are opposed to this (2 May 1917, 1p). Includes a letter referring to a meeting with the Consultors at which the question of a Juniorate in Australia was fully discussed (30 October 1917, 1p).
Ryan, John, 1849-1922, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Martin Maher SJ, St Aloysius College, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial James Murphy SJ concerning his return to Ireland to take up a new position as Rector in the Crescent College, Limerick and as Socius to Fr Provincial.
Maher, Martin, 1861-1942, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Luke Murphy SJ, Riverview, Sydney concerning the college
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Luke Murphy SJ, Riverview, Sydney to Fr Patrick Keating SJ concerning the college and the issue of selling St Aloysius College.
Murphy, Luke, 1856-1937, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Joseph Dalton SJ, St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney to Fr Patrick Keating SJ concerning the proposal to sell St Aloysius College. Suggests selling Loyola instead and keeping St Aloysius College as a novitiate, a mission house and house of studies.
Dalton, Joseph, 1817-1905, Jesuit priest
Material relating to Fr Daniel E. O'Brien SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file relating to Fr Daniel E. O'Brien SJ, his health and details concerning how he would like his property to be distributed.
O'Brien, Daniel E, 1865-1915, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from J.P. Hall, solicitor, 100 George Street, Limerick, to Fr Joseph Dalton SJ in Riverview, Sydney, Australia. Reports on his efforts to sell an unnamed property (Cecil Street premises), which later burned down. Offers to send over the money received from the insurance claim, and asks Fr Dalton to decide on a course of action in relation to the damaged property.
Dalton, Joseph, 1817-1905, Jesuit priest
Burses offered to Mungret for the training of priests for Diocese of Wilcania Forbes, Australia
Part of Jesuit colleges in Ireland
A file relating to the Burses offered to Mungret for the training of priests for the Diocese of Wilcania Forbes, Australia (by donor from Rhode, County Offaly, home-place of Bishop John Dunne).
Also includes typed list of gifts and burses to Mungret (1882-1965).
Part of Irish Jesuits
Letter from Edward Corish SJ, Canisius College, Pittwater Road, Pymble, NSW, Australia to Fr John Coyne SJ, St Francis Xavier's, Upper Gardiner Street, Dublin asking for biographical information on Fr William Kelly SJ, and a certificate of approval given by the Ninth International Congress of Orientalists at Inner Temple Hall, London 10 September 1891.
Corish, Edward, 1862-1951, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Cardinal Moran, St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney to Irish Fr Provincial Timothy Kenny SJ praising the work of Jesuit priests in Australia.
Moran, Patrick Francis, 1830-1911, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Letters from Fr Patrick Keating SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Patrick Keating SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission and his work as Rector of Riverview. Includes letters referring to Fr Brown's (Superior of the Mission) illness and subsequent hospitalisation (17 September 1912 - 12 November 1912, 3 items).
Keating, Patrick, 1846-1913, Jesuit priest
Letter from Katie M. Drinan describing a tour of Europe and thanking Fr Brown for his advice
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Katie M. Drinan, 'E de Marie', Branxton, New South Wales, Australia to Irish Fr Provincial Thomas Brown SJ, Upper Gardiner Street, Dublin describing a tour of Europe and thanking Fr Brown for his advice.
Drinan, Katie M.
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Thomas Gartlan SJ, Rector of St Ignatius College, Riverview, Sydney, Australia to Fr Provincial. Includes a letter referring to Fr O'Neill's health. Refers to Fathers Dalton, Tuite and Fleury. Remarks 'I have been told that in Ireland the Province has sometimes paid colleges where such men are placed a sum of £50 or £60 per annum for their support - I wish something of this kind could be done here by the mission.' (9 December 1902, 3pp).
Gartlan, Thomas, 1853-1942, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Boursaud, Secretary to the Fr General, to Fr Tuite. Reports that the Fr General is very pleased to hear of the ‘good disposition shown by F. Clery’, and thanks Fr Tuite for sending him the ‘Australian paper’, which gave news of the work of the mission in Australia, including a reference to St Ignatius’ College. Sends the greetings of Fr Porter, who asks Fr Tuite to look in the archives for an instruction from the Fr General around 1878, which modified the ordination of Fr Roothaan on the Minervale.
Boursaud, Edward, 1840-1902, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr Aloysius Sturzo SJ to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Mission in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Aloysius Sturzo SJ (Superior: 2 September 1883 - 5 April 1890) to Irish Fr Provincial concerning the Mission in Australia. Includes a letter asking permission to open a novitiate if he felt it was needed (12 November 1883 , 6pp). Includes a letter expressing his frustration over the delay in receiving answers to his letters. Remarks 'I feel very much embarrassed when there is anything to be done that requires the signing of a contract. I think that Fr General should give me as much power as he can communicate...' Refers to the lack of men and remarks that Fr Bietal SJ, an Austrian Jesuit is likely to be recalled to his own Mission in Adelaide (17 December 1883, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to the type of person suitable for the Mission in Adelaide (17 December 1883, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to the type of person suitable for the Mission. Remarks 'I hope you will not send to Australia anyone who is in any way weak concerning drink and the other fault that comes after drinking to excess. In this country...our dealings are more before the public and any fault in those two matters would ruin our character entirely.' (14 October 1886, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to Fr Joseph O'Malley's return from New Zealand. Remarks that Fr Thomas McEnroe SJ remains in New Zealand but that he is not certain whether the Mission has been closed or not. Includes a letter referring to the election of Fr Clancy as Rector of St John's College. Remarks that his election has been declared invalid. Describes how this has occurred. (10 January 1889, 4pp). Includes a further letter concerning Fr Clancy and the Rectorship of St. John's College. Remarks that they have consulted a lawyer who felt the election was invalid '...we saw that this was the best opportunity for us to retire with honours and without offending our friends from the truly dangerous battlefield...' (7 February 1884, 6pp). Includes a letter referring to the need for more Fathers to be sent out particularly a German or French Father that could be employed as a prefect in one of the colleges (17 September 1884, 8pp). Includes a letter concerning a decision to publish the Messenger of the Sacred Heart in Melbourne. Refers to the sale of land at St Patrick's Melbourne for the construction of a portion of the railway. Remarks that Fr Christopher Nulty SJ (Rector) has paid off all debts and wishes to spend the remainder on finishing the college (9 August 1886, 3pp). Includes a letter referring to the closure of Tullabeg and the possibility of Fathers being sent out to Australia. Remarks 'I hope that even independently from the closing of Tullabeg you will send me some good prefects and masters who are wanted here very badly...' (20 August 1886, 3pp). Includes a letter concerning an offer by the Bishop of Tasmania to the Society of a house for the purposes of opening a seminary for the Bishop's diocese and that it could also be used as a sanatorium for Jesuit Fathers '...I wrote to him that...it would not be prudent...for us to accept an offer...which we could not accomplish through want of men and money (1 October 1886, 10pp).
Sturzo, Aloysius,1826-1908, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Joseph Dalton SJ (Superior of the Mission), St Ignatius College, Riverview, Hunter's Hill, Sydney to Fr Joseph O'Malley SJ (Superior), New Zealand remarking that he cannot send anybody else out to help in New Zealand. Details health of Jesuit scholastics and Jesuits.
Dalton, Joseph, 1817-1905, Jesuit priest
Letters from Fr James Kennedy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial relating to various matters in Australia
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letter from Fr James Kennedy SJ to Irish Fr Provincial relating to various matters in Australia including his concern over the finances of the Australian Mission. Remarks that money has been managed 'with very little order'. (8 April 1885, 9pp).
Kennedy, James, 1841-1918, former Jesuit priest
Note written by Fr Joseph Dalton SJ on the death of Bishop Steins
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Note written by Fr Joseph Dalton SJ on the death of Fr Walter Steins SJ (Bishop). Describes his death and funeral for the propaganda.
Dalton, Joseph, 1817-1905, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Joseph Clery SJ to Irish Fr Provincial urging him to send out a visitor
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Joseph Clery SJ, The Presbytery, North Shore to Irish Fr Provincial James Tuite SJ urging him to send out a visitor as soon as possible. Remarks '...nothing short of a visitorial inspection by a "visitor" such as I have described will meet the difficulty, will elicit "the truth - the whole truth" '.
Clery, Joseph, 1837-, former Jesuit priest
Letters to Irish Fr Provincial James Tuite SJ
A file of letters to Irish Fr Provincial James Tuite SJ (term 31 July 1880 - 6 May 1883). Includes an index/précis to the letters by Fr James Rabbitte SJ.
Letters from Fr Daniel Clancy SJ to Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Daniel Clancy SJ to Fr Provincial concerning the Australian Mission. Includes a letter concerning the outlay on the primary school at Lavender Bay and remarks that the school could have been built for a lot less 'I think most of us here, if not all, feel that it was a gross mistake to put Fr Kennedy at the head of any mission as Superior...he is absolutely unfit - that he lacks not only judgement but knowledge and temper.' (28 February 1881, 12pp). Includes a letter referring to a site in Sydney he feels would be suitable for the Jesuit fathers to establish a school. Remarks that the house was lived in by the present Agent General Sir S. Samuel. Refers to the extravagance of the school at Lavender Bay. Remarks 'It is said...that the blunder at Lavender Bay is so foolish that the reputation of the Society here cannot be restored unless the Jesuits undertake some work in the city that will prove they are not incapable.' (16 July 1881, 10pp). Includes a letter referring again to Lavender Bay. Remarks 'A lawyer who knows all our affairs very accurately has told me this very month that we shall never be able to meet the liabilities on Lavender Bay and that the best and only thing to do is to part with that mission for this can be done.' Concludes in a postscript 'You will observe that the tenants lease for Auburn House (Saul Samuel's) expires the same time as our lease for St Kilda House. But the time to secure that is now most urgently - or never.' (5 August 1881, 8pp). Includes a letter asking for more Fathers to be sent out. Refers to rumours of a new mission being started in Invercargill, New Zealand. Remarks 'The fact is help is very urgently wanted without undertaking fresh work and unless help comes quickly and of the right kind it is better we should be all recalled in good time.' (25 September 1881, 6pp). Includes a letter containing a sketched plan of St Aloysius College. Describes the property (19 April 1885, 3pp).
Clancy, Daniel, 1836-1895, Jesuit priest
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Roger Bede Vaughan, Archbishop of Sydney to Fr [ ] praising the work being carried out at St Kilda's.
Vaughan, Roger William Bede, 1834-1883, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Letters from Fr Patrick Duffy SJ to Sr Mary Gabriel, Carmelite Convent, Firhouse, Tallaght, Dublin
Part of Irish Jesuits
A file of letters from Fr Patrick Duffy SJ to his sister Sr Mary Gabriel, Carmelite Convent, Firhouse, Tallaght, Dublin concerning his life and work as a priest in Australia and elsewhere. The vast majority of the letters (over 50) are written from Australia describing in detail his work and life in this mission. Includes letters discussing his health, his sister's health, family matters, retreats and missions he gave in Australia and masses and prayers offered for the convent and community at Firhouse. Includes a letter from Fr Duffy, Ursuline Convent, St Joseph's, Sligo to Sr Mary Gabriel. Remarks 'Now that you and I are alone left of all we must, from this on, take on more than ever special interest in each other.' (6 August 1888, 4pp). Includes a letter informing his sister of his departure for Australia. Remarks 'Say God's will be done for it is the will of God. Don't fret about me, for before very long you and I will meet in a happy eternity.' (15 August 1888, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning his sister's health and the loss of sight in one of her eyes. Encourages her not to read if she finds it a strain. Refers to the noviceship in her convent. Remarks 'Put away those gloomy thoughts about the noviceship. There is nothing wrong in your convent. Just let us keep on praying and trusting and leave the future to God.' (22 August 1891, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning his move from North Shore to Hawthorn. Remarks that he has more work to do in Hawthorn and that it is 'more pressing'. Remarks 'As I write the weather is harsh and we have much sickness - the influenza - and many deaths.' (7 October 1891, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to the death of Fr General (Fr Anderledy SJ) at Fiesole. Remarks 'He and I were fellow students in the Roman College of the Society, some 44 years ago! He was about my age. A warning to look out!' Refers to his change of address and remarks that he will be working at Kew, Melbourne. (letter dated 4 December 1891, 4pp, section dated 20 January 1892). Includes a letter written from New Zealand where he was conducting retreats. Remarks 'I am in my element.' Continues 'I like New Zealand very much a fine country and climate - greatly superior to Australia. Every one is kind to me and I get on well. Wellington is a nice clean city with a fine harbour and a brisk trade.' Describes a journey to Reefton to give a retreat to the Mercy nuns. Remarks that he made the journey on top of a stage coach 'Pretty smart going! Through the bush and over the mountains! Five horses to the coach and galloping all the time for nearly 4 days! What say you to that? But young men like me don't mind these things.' (this section dated 8 January 1893) (29 December 1892, 4pp). Includes a letter referring to his duties at St. Francis Xavier's College in Kew. Remarks that he is in charge of the Sodality of the B V Mary 'Tis from the sodalities in our colleges that the noviceship is recruited.' (7 February 1892, 4pp). Includes a letter describing a visit he made to one of the Melbourne hospitals to see an old friend, Edward Grennan, '…Irish and Catholic a native of Mountrath, Queen's county. He had been in the army - a cavalry regiment - Lord Cardigan's Light Brigade - had ridden in the famous charge - 25 October 1854. He is now the remnant of a well looking man - was then a youth of 20. Well we fraternized of course - he and I old Crimean-and fellow-soldiers. We chatted of the war, and of the Charge of the Light Brigade, his brigade in particular. Step by step we got along until I stood with him and his companions 600 strong - in thought and imagination - at the end of the valley - at the other end of which was the Russian Battery of some 10 or 12 pairs of canon.' Describes how the order was given to seize the guns. Continues 'Without a moments hesitation, the 600 are in their saddles and away they go…Oh! My poor fellows, my poor brave fellows! Over 600 they commence their ride to return later on all that was left of them about 200 men! Half an hour did the whole business.' (21 November 1896, 4pp).
Copy of the agreement between the Archbishop of Sydney and the Society of Jesus
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copy of the agreement between the Archbishop of Sydney and the Society of Jesus and the establishment of the Australian Mission.
Vaughan, Roger William Bede, 1834-1883, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Letter from Roger Bede Vaughan, Archbishop of Sydney to Fr Joseph Dalton SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Copy of a letter from Roger Bede Vaughan, Archbishop of Sydney to Fr Joseph Dalton SJ concerning the conditions imposed by the Archbishop for the Society of Jesus' entry to the Archdiocese of Sydney.
Vaughan, Roger William Bede, 1834-1883, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Roger Bede Vaughan, Archbishop of Sydney, St John's College, Sydney to Fr Thomas Cahill SJ (Superior of the Mission) concerning the establishment of the Society in Sydney. Remarks that he has no objection but wishes to discuss a number of conditions. Refers to the closure of Lyndhurst College. Remarks 'The result of this very painful duty will be at all events to clear away complications and you will have no reason for feeling any delicacy in accepting the offer I am going to make to you when you come.
Vaughan, Roger William Bede, 1834-1883, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
Letters from Fr Christopher Nulty SJ to Irish Fr Provincial
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
A file of letters from Fr Christopher Nulty SJ to Irish Fr Provincial. Includes a letter describing the voyage to Australia (7 April 1873, 4pp). Includes a letter concerning the possible closure of St. Aloysius College, Sydney. Describes the finances of the college and academic life. Expresses his opinion on what should be done. (5 February 1900, 4pp)
Nulty, Christopher, 1838-1914, Jesuit priest
Letter from Fr Thomas Cahill SJ, Bathurst to Fr Joseph Dalton SJ
Part of Irish Jesuit Missions
Letter from Fr Thomas Cahill SJ, Bathurst to Fr Joseph Dalton SJ asking him to write to the Irish Fr Provincial on a matter discussed by Fr Cahill and Fr Dalton. Remarks that he has been suffering from ill health and has been unable to give the triduum to the nuns of Bathurst.
Cahill, Thomas, 1827-1908, Jesuit priest