Hardey, Father Richard B., Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 January 17

Hardey wrote Blanc a short time after Father Stephen H.? Montgomer y's return from New Orleans. Hardey writes now to say he is thankful that Montgomery has gone back to New Orleans and hopes he will remain. When here, he is always a source of annoyance. Hardey was obliged to be very positive with him. When not permitted to do as he pleases, he misrepresents Hardey. He said Mass only once while here last because he would not submit to Hardey's directions. What caused the organ pipes to be taken out and ruined, but his constant complaining. He left with a Mrs. Boland, whose family is in concert with him; Hardey wishes Blanc to be guarded against her. Montgomery says he has sold the lot next to the church to one of that family. The lot is church property. Father John Andrew Fièrabras has left for a week or two but will return. During his stay, Hardey made two begging excursions; he will finish the spire of the church and have a fine clock. He is now able to commence improvements. He pays as he goes and dreads debts. :: VI-1-e A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.