Anduze, Father Matthew Bernard, Mandeville, Louisiana, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1843 April 4

Having reached the age of 50 after spending all his adult life in this country either studying or teaching religion, for 23 years as a priest, Anduze does not at the eleventh hour wish to ask to work in another vineyard. In 1827, Bishop Joseph Rosati refused the exeat Anduze asked for, saying that he would never give up the rights which the diocese had over him because of his ordination. If Anduze has been wrong, he has atoned for it. If his position were not independent he would dislike to take a step which could be badly interpreted. Before approaching the holy table on Holy Thursday, Anduze asks Blanc to accept his excuses. :: V-4-n A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.