Icard, Joseph, Marseilles, France, to Father Stephen Rousselon, Lyons, France, 1847 August 14

Father Goure ? gave Icard the letter Rousselon brought from New Orleans. His niece in the letter pointed out that Rousselon counted on going to Marseilles which would have given Icard the satisfaction of learning about his brother's family. Goure told him of the change of itinerary; if he changes again Icard invites Rousselon to stay at his house. They could talk of the future of the three little orphans, in whom as children of his brother, Icard is very much interested. He asks whether Rousselon would take charge of five or six hundred francs which Icard would like to send to Mrs. Viges . He also wishes to know how long Rousselon plans to be in Lyons so he can send an enclosure for New Orleans. He addresses Rousselon at Miss Janicos ?. In Blanc's hand? on the back of the letter Joseph Pizzeta, cabaret. :: V-5-h A.L.S. French 4pp. 4to.