Lacolley, Hector, New Orleans, Louisiana, to Archbishop Anthony Blanc, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1859 January 11

April 14, 1857, Lacolley was married in Paris in the town hall to a barkeeper's daughter. His father-in-law owns one of the fine cafes and had promised it to Lacolley, but a quarrel between Lacolley and his wife's brother led to jealousy and Lacolley cannot have the cafe. He had quit a job in one of the finest shops in Paris and did not want to go back so he left with his wife for Havana. There, he started a shop selling shirts, collars, and ties which was certain to make him rich in five years. But 2¼ months ago, he went on a tour of Cuba on business. On his return, he found a letter from his wife telling him she had run away with another man. So he left Havana six weeks ago for New Orleans. He had to sell his place to cover his debts. He had only $31 when he reached New Orleans, and he has been unable to find work. He asks Blanc's help. :: VI-2-a A.L.S. French 4pp. 4to.