Lancelot, Ambroise, novitiate of the Eudists at, Roche du Theil, France, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M. of New Orleans, Lyons, France, 1863 January 10

Having learned that Odin had enrolled his colleagues for the foreign missions, Lancelot found the news agreeable. However, there is a cloud; a few faults, a temporary state of thoughtless youth. The thought of the missions has not left him, but it can only be suspect in such a circumstance. Nevertheless, Odin's wise zeal will know how to avert every accusation. He has studied philosophy for a year, and theology for two years. He hopes his resolution will be agreeable to Odin. :: VI-2-g A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.