Odin, Bishop John Mary, Galveston, Texas, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1858 December 31

He presents his wishes for the new year. Blanc loaned Father Francis? Gatti, O.F.M., Conv.? 50 piastres on his way through New Orleans; Odin will repay when he visits Blanc. Father Richard B. Hardey has been here for almost two weeks; he brought no papers. Father James A.? Miller who came back with Hardey assured Odin that Hardey said Mass every day in New Orleans. Odin gave him permission but not knowing him he did not dare encourage him to stay. Odin has heard that Hardey is a lover of strong drink. He asks for information from Blanc. Odin sends regards to Father Rousselon. VI-1-o - A.L.S. - French - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}