Cénas, Father F.J., St. Charles, Destrehan, Louisiana, to Father Stephen Rousselon, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1854 October 8

Cénas has just received Rousselon's letter; the expression of his sentiments in Cénas' regard have begun a new period of relations. So he may succumb. In spite of the attentions the Archbishop and Rousselon have shown him, he would consent with sadness to the plan of settling in Louisiana. The strange circumstances which brought him here, the desire to persist in his collection for Oregon, after having an understanding with Canada on this point, the hope of seeing his family again, and of seeing his mission again, have presented a sacrifice. As for a post in the country, it would be only in the interest of his health which has been so uncertain for six months, in the interest of the Oregon mission to which he would like to send some help and finally in the interest of his own? taste. It was in this vein that he wrote to the Archbishop. He never mentioned St. Bernard's parish and does not want it. If the Archbishop cannot subscribe to his requests, Cénas will continue, as far as possible, to be useful to Rousselon. The decision will not betaken until after deliberation with the Archbishop and Rousselon. Cénas is thinking of going to the city before 2 weeks. He asks Rousselon to give Mr. Henriette his newspapers and any letters. :: VI-1-h A.L.S. French 3pp. 8vo.