He will finish his story of the journey which had taken them to Father Stephen Theodore Badin's home. Bruté's letter has arrived by Mr. Elder. For the reception of the Bishop David suggested that Bruté see Bishop Benedict Joseph Flaget's letter to Father Jean Tessier. He speaks of his pleasure in learning that Bruté has taken over the direction of his former students. He is embarrassed that Bruté asks him for advice. He advised him to reread the book of Father Surin. He has also read with profit the book on prayer by Father Cloriviere. David outlines his manner of treating new penitents. He advises prayer, particular examen, reading of books, the practice of aspirations, regular confessions, Communion once a month. He then describes his methods for the illuminative way, following again Surin. About the unitive way David professes no knowledge. He let them go to balls when the parents or guardians insisted but with a warning of the evils to be expected. He has never been content to avoid mortal sin but has demanded an approach to perfection. He should insist on some recreation with them each week. He suggested that Bruté not spend too much time at study and thinks that this is the cause of his slowness in learning to speak English. David will go on missions until they establish a seminary. A Thomas Howard has left the church a plantation of 400 acres of good land three leagues from Bardstown. It will suffice for the sustenance of the church. They have taken over half of it. The other half comes at the death of the widow. They hope she will consent that they establish themselves alongside her. They already have four subjects for the seminary. They have started a subscription for the cathedral at Bardstown., P.S. The Bishop sends his affectionate greetings. :: II-3-n A.L.S. French 4pp. 4to., 8