Chambost, Father Charles, Jackson, Louisiana, to Father Etienne Rousselon, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1849 February 10

He arrived 8 days after his departure as he spent several days with Father Auguste Martin waiting for a boat. He is very happy in these valleys and with this noble Irish family who regards a priest as an angel. He says Mass every day at which all members assist. The food is better than that at the Bishop's house. Martin has offered him the French Masses. He has not yet had occasion for other services as Father John M. Delcros, C.M. was there before Chambost arrived. Delcros suggested that the Catholics build a chapel and he collected some subscriptions. Chambost wrote him that he hopes they can arrange affairs and visit the people a second time. Last Sunday he had only one stranger at Mass although he had notified all Catholics. Mr. Laidy? spoke to him about finding a place for him at Baton Rouge; if Rousselon can find one; he is a good man. He is to tell the Bishop that he will wait a few days to write to be better able to give a just idea of affairs about building a chapel. P.S. His address is in care of Mr. Cranan. V-5-k - A.L.S. - French - 5pp. - 4to. - {5}