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Neckere, Leo de, D.D.

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an American Roman Catholic prelate who flourished in the first half of this century, was born about the close of the last century, and after taking holy orders rose rapidly to the most distinguished offices in the gift of the Church. He was consecrated bishop of New Orleans in 1829, and died September 4, 1833.