Gautheret, Ath., Royville, Louisiana, to Father Napoleon Joseph Perché?, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1861 June 29

She is a French Catholic and for eight months has been on soil that more than once has made her regret her homeland. Since her arrival in America she has been at home where she raises the children. She wishes to leave because she is not able to fulfill her religious obligations there. Until now Father Émile Hillaire said Mass, but unfortunate and very regrettable circumstances have forced him to abandon his post. On the other hand she does not earn enough. Her daughter, aged 16, a good musician and sufficiently instructed to conduct an average class, is with her. She herself knows drawing and painting and can teach all the little tasks that occupy women. She studied at Paris for five years. She thought he might be able to help her find a position as teacher in a religious institution where she could have her daughter with her. She has time as she is not forced to leave. ` P.S. At Désiré Roy's house, Cote Gelée. :: VI-2-d A.L.S. French 4pp. 12mo.