Odin Bishop John Mary, Galveston, Texas, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1851 May 23

By sacrifices, Odin has finally arrived at building a convent at San Antonio. The Sisters at Galveston have shown a great desire to take charge of it; Odin is convinced that the Ursuline spirit will suit perfectly the people of that town. It would be impossible to find the personnel here; Odin has written to Blanc's Sisters to ask for help. He has not yet received a precise answer but he believes they will consent. He hopes Blanc will approve. It is sad to see how many children are lost at San Antonio for lack of a good school. Odin intends to leave here by the first boat after the 29th. He looks forward to seeing Blanc. :: VI-1-a A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.