Mènard, Father Charles M., Thibodaux, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1857 March 27

All is going well for the projected church at Chicakahoula . The blocks are out and ready to be sawn; the land is perfect for a church. It is near the station and comprises almost 3 arpents. The donor and notary said they could not execute the deed of sale without Blanc's power of attorney. Mènard asks Blanc to make it in the name of Father Rene Pineau who is often there. They will sign only in a manner conformable to Blanc's wishes. :: VI-1-l A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.