Document contains three notes (all on one sheet of paper, front and back) dated November 26, 1872. The first note is from Lt. Jesh. McCarthy to Maj. Andrew Leonard stating his resignation and subsequently approved and certified by Maj. Leonard in a second note. The last note is from Lt. McCarthy in which he says that he will remain active even though he is resigning.
The 12th convention (pages 12-74) was held on August 25-29, 1873. The 13th convention (pages 77-122) was held on August 24-29, 1874. Both convened in New York City.
Irish Confederation (1865-1880); Letter to John Devoy dated February 8, 1872. Discusses financial matters of the Confederation. Mentions wanting to see Rossa when he is in NY.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient is given. Pages 2-7 of a undated letter which discusses the need to unite the two factions of the Fenian Brotherhood in America. Questions the intentions and loyalties of a Mr. Roberts. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient is given. Makes mention of hearing J.S. (James Stephens?) speak. Discusses desire to see Ireland free, the men who have been imprisoned, and the possibility of a traitor within the brotherhood. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
Fragment of Correspondence. Discusses "Arthur", "Pernambuco, and JPL (correspondent), discusses the arrival of a messenger bearing bank bonds from April and June.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient is given. Writer is sending "a second installment of the story" to the recipient of the letter. Makes mention of a "Mr. H". Says he will see the recipient soon enough. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient given. Pages 11-14 of letter discussing the finances of the Fenians in Paris and London. Mentions Edmond O'Leary, and a "Joe". Joe is on trial for being associated with the Fenians. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient given. Writer gives the names and addresses of men who would be willing to work for the recipient of the letter. Mentions John Spillane, William Moffet, Philip Shannon, Joseph Herne, Anthony McCafferty, John Gorman, Mr. O'Donoughue, and John McKenna. On the back is a listing of subscribers to the "American Gael" in Washington, DC. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
Fragment of Correspondence. No author or recipient is given. Document concentrates on the events of the first day of assizes. Mentions that the accused were not members of the Phoenix Confederacy, but admits that they were members of the Phoenix National Society. Mentions the names Whiteside, Soula, Mr. O'Riordan, Mr. Neliga, Mr(s) Keogh, Dan O'Sullivan, Downing, Edward O'Sullivan. Transcription by Seamus Pender is available in HTML format.
