Gache, S.J., Father Hippolite, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1851 February 23

Gache has found an excellent place for an orphan 9 to 11 years old. It is with a young woman, a very good Catholic, whose husband is also a practical Catholic. They wish to treat her as part of the family and to keep her until she is able to follow a vocation. The woman is an American and so would probably prefer a little American to a Creole. They are closing their jubilee today. Father George Blackney, S.J. 's instructions have been well attended, but without fruit except for admiration of his eloquence; he has not had one confession. :: VI-1-a A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.