Bourget, Ignatius, Bishop of Montreal, New York, New York, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1841 May 6

Being on his way to Europe, Bourget writes for information about Jean Baptiste Brosseau, who they say lived in Blanc's diocese. This man left his wife, Catherine Trudelle, at Montreal about 31 years ago and went to Louisiana. For several years no one has had news of him and believe he may be dead. His wife would like to establish this fact in order to remarry but up to now her search has been fruitless. If Blanc will send any information to Father Manseau, vicar-general of Montreal, it would be a great service to the poor woman. Bourget takes this occasion to renew the acquaintance he made with Blanc on his visit to Montreal and to offer his services in Europe should Blanc have need of them. :: V-4-l A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.