Ménard, Father Charles M., Lafourche Interieure, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Lousiana, 1851 July 7

Reflecting on the promise Blanc made to come to Thibodaux after ordination on July 19, Menard thinks it would be great satisfaction if Blanc could spend Sunday, July 20, at the church at Thibodaux. Ménard could attend the ordination and Blanc could to go St. Joseph on Saturday and Ménard's carriage would be at his disposal for whatever way Blanc wanted to go as well as for his return to Donaldson. As Ménard has felt better for two days, he proposes to gegin a subscription next Sunday around St. Mary's to build a presbytery. He spoke publicly on June 29 about secret societies. He limited himself to speak only to Catholics who were urged to get out of them. As far as he knows, none have left the society except some young people on the point of joining. The newspaper here, which is devoted to these societies, said nothing. In private conversations, Ménard has had only good response and almost promises but no results. Father Jordain sends respects. :: VI-1-b A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.