Haynes, William Scott, Monroe, Louisiana, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1848 September 24

Haynes wishes to employ a lady, not less than 25 years of age, to take charge of a young ladies' Institute here. She must come recommended by Blanc and qualified to take charge of all the usual higher English branches and Latin, if required. Haynes has an assistant qualified to teach French, Spanish, piano, harp, and guitar. The salary of $500 will be paid for the first year; $750 the second. There are now 20 to 25 young ladies engaged and the friends of the Institute hope to reach 30 or 40 for their first session. There is now a Female Academy under way here under the supervision of Reverend C.L. Hedges, pastor of the Episcopalian Church. Many dislike him and will not encourage the Academy. By a reference to the "Old Chief?", a newspaper published here. Blanc will see who and what Haynes is. Should Blanc be able to furnish a teacher immediately, it is hoped she could reach here at the earliest possible day. She had best leave on a New Orleans and Lake Providence packet and Haynes will meet her in Lake Providence. He will write Mr. Ferry there who will meet her and have her comfortably quartered until Haynes arrives. :: V-5-j A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.