Odin, Bishop John Mary, Galveston, Texas, to Bishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1849 December 1

Their crossing from New Orleans to Galveston was prompt and favorable. The Ursulines Welcomed the new Sisters with joy. They are now in a position to do justice to the most exacting parents. But the deplorable state of their little town does not permit them to count on a flourishing school. Perhaps the country will furnish some pupils. Odin's young Spaniard received minor orders yesterday; today Odin ordained him a subdeacon. All have begun the study of English. He found Father James Millar waiting to ask permission to spend several days in New Orleans on family business. Blanc is to authorize him to say Mass during his short stay. He is a very good priest. Odin has written to Mr. Cassiano to ask him if he can let Blanc have the money which Father Rousselon holds at his disposition. V-5-l - A.L.S. - French - 1p. - 4to. - {4}