Annard, Louis, New Orleans, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1857 March 9

In the 2 ½ months Annard has been here, he has remained without any real employment and without means to return to Europe. In France he followed the reformed cult but since arriving here he has attended Mass and visited the Catholic churches. He was born into a Catholic family and up to the age of 15 received the sacraments. He regrets that in France he did not follow the instructions of the pastors of his ancestors. He was born in 1818 at Beauvais, had lived in Bordeaux since the last revolution as a valet. At 38 he left for New Orleans; he had a long and painful trip. He lost his passport, papers, etc. All this would be trifling if he can obtain the favor of being under Blanc's direction. When his finances permit he wishes to return to Europe. P.S. His address is at Mr. Lavigne 's while waiting for a more fixed place. :: VI-1-l A.L.S. French 4pp. 4to.