Hardey, Father Richard B., Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Father Stephen Rousselon, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1854 March 17

Hardey wishes to have a barrel of wine for the altar. It is so dear here that it is better to buy by the 20 or 30 gallons and have it bottled by Mr. Genella for the church. They are all well. He thinks Bishop James Oliver Vandevelde is improving in health. When Rousselon and others ascend the river they will be able to see the gilt ball and cross on the new steeple for 20 or 30 miles. He hopes also to have a clock in it. P.S. Send the wine to Antonio Genella, Vicksburg. :: VI-1-g A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.