Kenrick, Archbishop Peter Richard, St. Louis, Missouri, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1853 December 19

Kenrick asks Blanc's opinion as to the qualities of Father George Blackney, S.J. who has been in the diocese of New Orleans for some years. Kenrick feels the necessity of applying for a coadjutor as both the spiritual and temporal interests appear to demand it. He finds it extremely difficult to select a suitable person. Blackney was known to Kenrick very intimately 14 or 15 years ago before he entered the Society, before he was ordained. All Kenrick has heard of him since he has been in America would make him regard him as useful and exemplary. He speaks French and preaches a good French sermon. He would appear to be the best suited to cooperate in the administration of this diocese. Kenrick will not think of it should Blanc appear to disapprove. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.