Donnet, Archbishop Ferdinand, Bordeaux, France, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1844 May 28

With what pleasure he saw again their beloved Lyons two years ago. He went to assist at the consecration of their good friend Bishop Dufetre. He spent two days at Montbrison and officiated in Father Crozet's church. He even stopped a few hours at Chateau Sury where they talked of Blanc with so much affection. Donnet is grieved over all the administrative difficulties Blanc has had. Here they have the big question of freedom of instruction which is far from being solved. There is nothing to do with the unfortunate Father Pédron ; he may perhaps even be a little mad. If he wishes to return to God Blanc is to admit him to lay Communion and the recitation of his breviary. The scandal he has given in Donnet's diocese can never be repaired. Donnet will pray for his return to God. :: V-5-a A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.