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'Our object will be ... to expose Protestantism'

NEWMAN, John Henry (1801-1890). Cardinal. Leader of the Oxford movement.
Fine Autograph Letter Signed to an unnamed potential donor, 3 pages 8vo (some corners damaged), the Oratory, Birmingham 4 August 1850. Asking for help in building the Oratory church in Birmingham.
'I have no sort of claim on your attention, beyond that of being the son of a great saint, who seems set on doing a good turn to this unhappy country. St Philip Neri lived when if fell away from the faith; he ever took an interest in the remnant of Catholic martyrs and confessors which remained to it in his day ...'
'Here in Birmingham our object will be to influence the tone of thought and opinion prevalent in the various circles of society, high and low, to recommend Catholicism, to expose Protestantism, & especially to take care of young men. We have been here about a year and a half ...'

[No: 20037]


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