Legendre, Father Edward E., St. John Baptist, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 June ?

During his stay at the archbishopric, Legendre did not tell Blanc of his desire to leave St. John Baptist. Today he decided to do so. He has always received marks of approbation and esteem from his parishioners. But he is outraged by the unjustified proceedings of Father Ve. Modeste Mina . Since he has been with Mina, he has rendered him many services which he enumerates. For all this he has received not a cent from the pastor or parishioners. For the Mass intentions which Mina gives him he says Masses which Mina would find it difficult to fulfill. Money would not stop Legendre, but he finds himself insulted in front of others by a tongue which should support him at least in public. Yesterday, in the tavern where Legendre takes his meals, Mina attacked him and threatened to put him out of his house. These episodes are growing more frequent, perhaps with premeditation now that after Easter, an assistant is an inconvenience. Legendre is not afraid to urge the people on the other side to think about a church. In spite of his troubles, Legendre would be glad to have started out in two difficult posts if Blanc's confidence had placed him there. :: VI-1-e A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.