Brassac, Father Hercule, Paris, France, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1841 February 22

Although he is not specifically charged with Blanc's affairs his interest will excuse the steps Brassac has taken. A few days ago a Father Imbert came to ask some information about the diocese of New Orleans saying that he intended to go there and offer his services to the Bishop. For six years he was an unbeneficed priest living St. Thomas d'Aquin at Paris and his conduct was always irreproachable. Only they had never prevailed on him to hear confessions. He is very negligent in his dress. This together with his age, 46 years, makes Brassac think it would not be proper to admit him into Louisiana. Brassac tried to dissuade him but does not think he succeeded. As he has means he thinks he will carry out his plan. Blanc could give him a celebret and then use him as he saw for himself. He asks Blanc to keep the contents of this letter from Imbert. :: V-4-l A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.