Foltier, Father Stephen Jules, Vermillionville, Louisiana, to Father Stephen Rousselon, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1857 April 24

Foltier did not want to write for a few days in order to give Rousselon news of the court at Lafayette this week. But another circumstance forces him to write before he has complete information. Sister St. Vincent, O.Carm . has received an order from her superior, Sister Ste. Théèse Chevrel, O.Carm . to leave the convent. Sister St. Paul notified St. Vincent and Foltier had a long talk with her but coud not induce her. For fear of giving the public room to talk, Foltier preferred to write to Rousselon since St. Vincent promised to conform to Rousselon's point of view. Foltier does not believe her promise is sincere. If they have to make her leave by force, there will be some scenes. She will refuse unless she is offered some compensation. If she is taken to the city, at least it will not make a sensation, while here it will be practically a scandal. Foltier approves of Ste. Théèse's measures but in the country one must be discreet. Foltier's pews rented well in view of the year and circumstances. :: VI-1-l A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.