Clereton?, Nicolas Eugène, Annonay, France, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1855 January 10

Providence decreed several years ago that he suspend his studies to serve the Republic. Now that he has returned home he feels more strongly than ever the desire to consecrate himself to the altar. He was leaving for Africa where he intended to continue his studies when he was detained by the Superior of the house where he had taken his classes. So he entered as a novice in the Society of St. Basil which placed him as prefect of studies at Privas. This year he is at Annonay and they propose giving him the subdiaconate at Easter. But it seems to him that he is called to the salvation of the Indians. He gives himself to Blanc. He has completed part of his theology. :: VI-1-i A.L.S. French 3pp. 4to.