Chambost, Father Charles College of the Immaculate Conception, Plaquemine, Louisiana, to Father Stephen Rousselon, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 November 25

Chambost takes a minute to reply to Rousselon's encouraging letter. The same troubles which at the time of his convalescence had made him fail in the obedience and gratitude he owes to Rousselon and the Archbishop and which would have no doubt been lost to him without Father Napoleon Joseph Perché, had still left in his heart, the impression that Rousselon was opposed to his work. But now he knows where he stands. The Archbishop's nephew, Father Victor Blanc, still wants very much to come here. The Archbishop saw his letter and seemed satisfied. Chambost's brother, August Chambost is not yet a priest; he is in the position Chambost was in coming here. The yellow fever has left at last; Chambost's house was severely struck. Mr. Sibileau, his assistant, is dead; Mr. Baubé, Mr. Grace and his mother have been near death. A little 6 year old orphan also died. Sixty some have died. Chambost attended 52 and buried 57. Their good ministers have fled in fear. All their schools have failed. Chambost is anxious to receive materials for the Living Rosary; there will be about 300 members. Last Wednesday, Chambost said Mass for the Archbishop; there were 20 Communions for his intention. Yesterday he held an anniversary service for Father Casimir Mouret ; there 30 to 35 Communions. He hopes to have at least that many for Rousselon on St. Stephen's day. He held a service for Father Louis Dufour but since it was during the epidemic and he was not very popular, only Chambost's household attended. Baubée is better now. If Rousselon has some young men disposed toward the priesthood, he is to send them. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo. 10