Corning, J., and Company, New Orleans, Louisiana, to Dr. Labatut, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 January 24

They are disposed to make a loan to the trustees of the Cathedral of St. Louis, provided they have their charter so amended by the Legislature to give the Bishop the power of appointing a member of the trustees to induce the Bishop to guarantee that the clergy will continue to perform their functions in the Cathedral and that relations between them and the trustees remain harmonious. It appears that this letter was sent on to Archbishop Anthony Blanc and "Then to Father Constantine Maenhaut, also in confidence." :: VI-1-e A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.