Hubert, L.A., Pointe Coupée, Louisiana, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M., New Orleans, Louisiana, 1865 April 25

At the time of the arrival of Father Philibert Gutton, the trustees were disorganized because of the ending of their terms and the absence of their president. Hubert was elected president at their first meeting on the 10th; he received Odin's letter of the 12th. The delay gave them time to appreciate Gutton's high moral qualities and an occasion to express their satisfaction at his appointment. Unfortunately because of the negligence of the previous administration and the state of the country their means do not correspond with their desires. They charge Gutton with telling Odin the measures they have taken. He will tell Odin also of the needs of Fausse Rivière attended by Father V.A. Gavard and whose temporal affairs have been turned over to them. Hubert promises to do all they can to merit Odin's approval. :: VI-2-i A.L.S. French 4pp. 12mo.