Odin, Bishop John Mary, Galveston, Texas, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1854 July 29

Odin thanks Blanc for carrying out his little commissions. They have received the wine sent by Gandolfo and Company. Odin sends an order on Philip? Rotchford for $54.50, the amount of the bill. Odin could not set out last week for the Brazos, Santiago. The boat came during the night and left while they were asleep. The captain has promised to take Odin on his next trip. According to the advice Blanc gave, Odin would like to give up this trip but it is so urgent that he does not dare. By going by water to Pointe Isabelle, he will avoid the danger of Indians. He will be in the center of population and can always join travelers going from one point to the other. The Know Nothings have penetrated to their little town; they say they are already very numerous. They meet often. This association has a bad effect and divides the people. The Germans especially are furious against them. Father Louis C.M. Chambodut is beginning to recover; he can resume his duties but he walks with difficulty. :: VI-1-h A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.