Henry O'Reilly Papers New-York Historical Society, NYC. Dr. Francis O'Reilly, Clogher, Co. Tyrone, to his cousin, Henry O'Reilly, Rochester, New York, December 23, 1846. Clogher Ireland 23 Decr 1846 Mr Dear Sir From the heading of the enclosed Testemon- ials, you will perceive that I have been obliged to give up my native Town, and come on the recommendation of the Most Revd Dr McNally to /work at the see of the Diocese, a very poor place oblige me to this , from the number of Medical Men residing in Carrickmacross, and the poverty of the Country. I regret to say that the prospect is not much better here, the people are in an awful state of destitution, Turnip and Cabbage are luxuries to them, every man from the highest to the lowest is affect/ed more or less by the failure of the potatoe crop His Lordship (Dr McNally) is very kind to my Sis- ter and I, since we came; he this day invited us to spend our Christmas with him, but beyond these attentions, I have nothing to expect from him, to enable me to live, I therefore send you my testamonials and request to hear from you, If you would encourage a Man to go /to/ America, and to what part, and what Medical & Surgical qualifications are requisit to entitle a Man to Practice, in America, When we last had the pleasure of hearing from you, you were all intent on the electric Telegraph /Well wishes and salutations PS We are not far from the Port of Belfast and would be glad to see you, should you visit your dear native Island. [Both O'Reillys were from Carrickmacross, Co. Cavan.