Langlois, Auguste Barthelemy and Francis C. Follot, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1857 May 28

They are reaching the important epoch of their ordination. Follot has been called to the subdeaconship and Langlois to the deaconship and priesthood. Being about to begin a retreat, they write to get Blanc's blessing. Langlois has not made as much progress in English as Follot has; he hopes to do better in the mission. This year has been eventful. Father Anthony Durier was sent in missions and after a few months went down the Mississippi at the call of his superiors. After his departure an assembly of bishops gathered at the cathedral of Cincinnati for the consecration of Bishop Juncker and Bishop Wood. Some time after Bishop Elder paid them a visit. The ordination will take place on Trinity Sunday. On June 24 the chapel of St. John Baptist will be dedicated; it will be the nicest thing in America. They are in good health; they delight in the kindness of their superior and of Archbishop Purcell. :: VI-1-l A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.