Chanche, Bishop John Joseph, Natchez, Mississippi, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1850 December 21

Chanche had learned before Blanc's letter, that Archbishop Samuel Eccleston had been obliged to return home on account of his health. If he had had the courage to continue, the trip would have been of much benefit to his health. Could Chanche look for the completion of his bit of a Cathedral, Eccleston might be induced to come South. Bishop John Mary Odin, C.M. must have had a hard time. Chanche is sorry to learn that Father John Peter Bellier's health is not good. Blanc can send the $20 by mail. Chanche does not plan to go to New Orleans before June; he wants to speak with Blanc about a good many matters. He encloses the letter to be forwarded by mail. Father Rousselon is to keep 20 ordos for Chanche. Their Jubilee will end on Christmas. :: V-5-n A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.