Irish Emigrant Society, New York, New York, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1844 July

Having witnessed the sufferings to which friendless emigrants are exposed the undersigned have become incorporated. One of the principal difficulties is the choice of a proper location. They have been requested to address persons in different sections of the country to solicit answers to the following queries: on climate, soil, cheapest routes, demand for labor. The Corporation of the city presented the Society with $500, Bishop John Hughes a somewhat larger sum. The names of the President, other officers, and executive committee are listed. On the back of this letter in Blanc's hand: Miss Labatut, Mrs. Robertson, Mr. Garidel :: V-5-b Printed From L. 3pp. 4to.