Gallwey, R.S.H.J., Madame J., St. Michaels, Louisiana, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1845 January 14

Blanc's feast day presents an opportunity for the Ladies of the Sacred Heart to assure him of their respect and affection. They have been truly blest in their retreat. Father J.M. Lefranc, directed by Father Pierre Ladavière, S.J. , made the meditations, Ladavière, weak from fever, gave the Consideration. Madame Gallwey reminds Blanc of their "Incorporation" as the Legislature has commenced. If Blanc succeeds in obtaining the Act could it not include Grand Coteau. Madame Maria Cutts begged Madame Gallwey to speak for her. Blanc said when there that he was his own housekeeper! They are sending him some butter and a turkey though he cannot eat it on the 17th. They sent for batiste for a rochette but received what is unsuitable; so if Blanc will be indulgent they will find some person to select it. Their classes began yesterday; they have but 33 children; perhaps some are attracted by the Carnival. :: V-5-c A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.