Lavay, S.J., Father Joseph, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1856 October 4

Father Jean Baptiste Dechambenoit, S.J. had already left here when Blanc's letter arrived. Lavay examined it and informed the appropriate person. Dr. Enders wants to have the house but he wants to pay only $6000: $2000 cash and the balance in 1, 2, and 3 years. If Blanc does not agree Enders wants to rent for $450 a year. In spite of Lavay's great desire to let Dr. Williams use the house until the school is underway, Lavay will do all he can to look for another buyer or renter. He will not repeat what he said in his last letter. :: VI-1-k A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.