Fuselier, G. Laclerc, St. Mary's Parish, Charenton, Louisiana, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M., New Orleans, Louisiana, 1863 August 12

At the time of Fuselier's visit to New Orleans, Odin had decided that Father N. Francais could retire and he had designated his replacement. Circumstances have prevented this until now. Home after a long absence, he is mortified to have to tell Odin that the state of things in regard to the church is most deplorable. He is more sorry to have to report that it is due to the imprudence and errors of Francais because it was Francais who helped him to return to the practice of his religion which he had long neglected. Francais obtained, with Fuselier's recommendation, a pass which Fuselier does not believe he should deliver to him before consulting Odin. He asks Odin for a word of reproach to those Ladies who have not sent Fuselier any news of their health until now. He recommends them to Odin's protection. :: VI-2-g A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.