Chambost, Father Charles, Plaquemine, Iberville, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 December 7

Chambost's younger brother August Chambost , who was to arrive two months from now, with Father Victor Blanc ?, Blanc's nephew and two priests? whom Father Duplay had promised, arrived alone a week ago. He came by way of New York and St. Louis. His brother is two years older! than Chambost; he has a gentle disposition. He has already replaced Mr. Sibileau for his classes. He has finished his philosophy and will be ordained without family fussing. Since he left in a hurry on learning the yellow fever was here, for he feared Chambost might be dead or suffering, he does not have his exeat. But Duplay will send it as he did Chambost's. If his brother were ordained, it would be of great help. He is to learn the ceremonies of the Roman Mass and get used to the breviary. In a year he will speak English very well. Victor plans to come. Duplay urges Chambost to propose setting up a congregation of missionary priests to give retreats and teach. Duplay says when Victor and the two priests promised to Chambost arrive, they will have 5 priests and many houses have begun with less. The priests of Lyons and Paris are interested in sending priests as soon as Chambost sets up. Is is up to Blanc to decide. Chambost will be expecting a reply about his brother's exeat and permission to wear the ecclesiastical garb. He looks so awkward in an overcoat that he did not recognize him on his arrival. P.S. All is going well, their students are returning en masse. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.