Hardey, Father Richard B., Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1858 December 5

Hardey cannot in conscience undertake the charge of the parish of St. Joseph of Baton Rouge. He felt well and adequate on his arrival but feels so overcome by the little he has done that he is convinced he could not do justice to the office of pastor. He has been obliged to call on Father Darius Hubert, S.J. to do much for him. Hardey begs to be relieved. He supposes that he will have to retire from active duty. VI-1-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}