Elder, William Henry, Bishop of, Natchez, Mississippi, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M., New Orleans, Louisiana, 1867 February 13

Odin's letter of the 4th is received. Will it not be prudent to engage their passage without delay. He likes the design of saving the expense of the journey to New York. John B. Quegles, their most active friend in all church matters, is inclined to go. He was educated at St. Louis University. Odin probably saw him when Odin visited Elder in his sickness. His health is delicate. Elder was shocked to hear of the seizure and sale of the church at Plaquemine . Elder sends $20 for the pastor. If he should make collections in Natchez, Elder will favor him to the extent of his power. Their orphans' fair opened last night. Last year they got $5000. If they get two this year he will not complain. Odin is to present Elder's respects to Dr. John McGill and thank him for his letter of information. If Odin prefers some other starting day to May 13, Elder can accommodate himself. His reason for starting early would be to make collections or make an appeal to the Propagation of the Faith? for extraordinary assistance. P.S. He does not have any revenue stamp to put on the check. Odin is to supply it. :: VI-2-m A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.