Elliot, William St. John, Devereux ?Louisiana?, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1840 July 20

Believing they will be able to commence their church sometime in November, they beg Blanc's attendance at the laying of the cornerstone either in November or December. Elliot intends to rear a Gothic church for about $30,000. He is sure a they can raise 10 to $15,000 this Winter and hopes Blanc will see that they obtain at least $5000 more from the Associations of France and Vienna. This is a very poor congregation. They were disappointed last month as they had hoped to have Blanc's company and advice. :: V-4-k A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.