Keck, Franz Anton, Holy Cross of Le Mans, France, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M. of New Orleans, Lyons, France, 1862 November 25

When Odin visited Holy Cross, he accepted the proposition that Keck made him, on condition that their superior general Father Basil Anthony Moreau, C.S.C. consented. Not being bound by any vows to the Congregation of the Holy Cross yet, he cannot presume that Moreau would make the least difficulty, but, knowing his character which is a little brisk, he fears that he will discharge him immediately without permitting him to await Odin's reply. Therefore, he asks Odin to assure his existence for several days. His resolution is irrevocable and he awaits Odin's orders. If Odin replies, he should send it to Mr. Farelly, student in theology at the College of Holy cross. :: VI-2-f A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.