Item 15 - Copy of letter from Fr James Maher, writing from the Irish College in Rome

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IE IJA ICOL/ROM/15

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Copy of letter from Fr James Maher, writing from the Irish College in Rome

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  • 27 February 1845 (Creation)

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(1793-1874)

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James Maher was born at Donore, Bagenalstown, County Carlow, in 1793. Entered Carlow College, studied in Rome, and ordained 1821. Returned to Ireland. In 1844, spent two years in Rome. He stayed at the Irish College where his nephew Dr Paul Cullen was Rector.

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Copy of letter from Fr. James Maher, writing from the Irish College in Rome, to [ ]. Sends greetings from residents of the College. Refers to Dr. Cullen, and states that he may return to Ireland on account of his health. Discusses death, sin, and the love of Jesus Christ for man. Also refers to his addressee’s health and household.

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The Irish Jesuit Archives are open only to bona fide researchers. Access by advance appointment. Further details: [email protected]

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No material may be reproduced without the written permission of the Archivist. Copyright restrictions apply. Photocopying is not available. Digital photography is at the discretion of the Archivist.

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