Lefranc, Father John, Assumption, Louisiana, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1841 April

Blanc has lost a friend who made his troubles easier; Lefranc hopes he is in heaven and can take a more particular care of Blanc's concerns. Would to God that Blanc may find a new Father Auguste Jeanjean. The enclosed letter Lefranc has lately received no enclosure will cause Blanc some joy. Lefranc has engaged this gentleman to go to see Blanc; his proposal is sincere but not free from interested views. He styles himself a Catholic; he is sober, honest, and just and ready to sacrifice all for the education of his children. He believes and acts not as a Catholic. Father Auguste De Angelis is apt to negotiate this affair. The company of Carrollton will contribute as all the inhabitants. If Blanc can gain Edward Guillot who lives two miles from Blanc's side, Blanc will certainly succeed. Guillot is Catholic, not rich but very much esteemed. Lefranc does not know if Blanc approves this project. :: V-4-l A.C.S. 3pp. 4to.