He is sad to announce that Father Simon Richard, vicar general of this diocese, died on July 3. He left a will in which the Convent of the Barrens became an heir as follows: To the Sisters of Loretto 1436 gourdes with the obligation to pray often for the repose of his soul and those of his parents. The money is in bonds but it will not take long to cash them as soon as De Neckere has them. He is anxious for Timon to have it as he knows he has need of it. In the same will there is another article regarding St. Mary's of the Barrens: 200 piastres for Masses for Richard's soul. Since it is difficult to send checks De Neckere asks Timon to tell him how he can send him $50 for as many Masses as Timon can say for De Neckere's intention. If Timon can draw on him through Ferdinand? Rozier in business with Mr. Mager here, he could shorten the task. New Orleans is healthy at present. :: IV-3-i A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.