Vertin, JOHN, third Bishop of Marquette, U.S.A., b. at Doblice, Diocese of Laibach (Carniolia), Austria, July 17, 1844; d. at Marquette, February 26, 1899. He received his classical education at Rudolfswert, and came to America at the age of nineteen. His pious parents presented him to Bishop Baraga, who, upon adopting him into the diocese, sent him to St. Francis, Wisconsin, where he completed his theological training. On August 31, 1866, he was ordained priest. For twelve years he labored zealously, displaying great administrative ability. Upon the resignation of Bishop Mrak, Leo XIII elevated him to the episcopate, and he was consecrated at Negaunee, Michigan, September 14, 1879. The greatness of his mind and heart are reflected in the management o f his diocese and in untold charities.
ANTOINE IVAN REZEIC