Bogaerts, John B., Subdeacon, Grand Seminary, Malines, Belgium, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M. of New Orleans, Lyons, France, 1862 November 4

In his conversation with Odin at the seminary Bogaerts spoke of his desire to consecrate himself to the missions. He has resolved to attach himself to Odin and to follow wherever he wishes to send him. He now wants to know the time of departure, some details on the clothing, and what books he will have the most need of. If the departure is fixed at a distant time, he wonders if he could arrive a little sooner because, although the country and his relations are dear, at this time they are kind of a torment. He has not yet sought his exeat, but he will obtain it without a doubt. :: VI-2-f A.L.S. French 4pp. 12mo.