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The Archbishop of Tuam, surprised by Chase's request of men for his mission, regrets that he cannot provide Chase with the support he requested.
Date
11-21-1835
Keywords
mission, Ireland
Recommended Citation
Archbishop of Tuam, "Letter to Philander Chase" (1835). Philander Chase Letters. 1017.
https://digital.kenyon.edu/chase_letters/1017
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The Palace of Tuam
Nov: 21: 1835
My Lord Bishop
Your Lordships letter has taken me somewhat by surprise; I did not anticipate the proposition it contains, and while I would most hastily desire to promote, as far as it is in my power, your pious object, I can not yet see my way in accomplishing what you seek at my [hands] - at present I know of no [qualified] person for the Mission to which you would invite such - under any circumstances I am sure it will be requisite, that the nature of the service required, and the provision which may be expected shall be clearly defined.
I will make enquiry whether such men as you require, are likely to present themselves, and if I can be useful to you in this way it will afford me much comfort and satisfaction.
The Lords [grace] be with you - Amen
your Lordships faithful friend and Brother in Christ Jesus
P[???] Tuam [?]