Baraga apologizes to Abbott for having neglected to secure a license from Henry Schoolcraft while he was in Mackinaw and thanks him for having obtaine4d one for him. As he is not sure whether his license to celebrate marriages must also be confirmed by Schoolcraft, he sends it to Abbott asking him to attend to it and send it back to him as soon as possible. The beginning of his new mission is very prosperous. His chapel is almost finished, it measures 50 feet by 20 and is 18 feet high. It was blessed and dedicated on August 9 and called St. Joseph Chapel. Seventy persons were baptized at La Pointe. Baraga hopes to find at least 60 more ready for it at Fond du Lac. If there should be letters or newspapers in the post office of Mackinaw he would like to have them. The bishop will pay all expenses. He sends his regards to Abbott. The torn name is probably Mr. Franchere. :: III-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.