Le Saicherre, Father John Baptist, New River, Louisiana, to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M., New Orleans, Louisiana, 1868 January 4

He received Odin's letter and his appointment to replace the deceased Father Cyprian Veyrat at Paincourtville . He will be there no later than January 12. He asks that Odin remember his old flock at New River. Although the mission is admittedly a difficult one, still the people are good willed, and much might be done if another priest were appointed. Otherwise, he fears many people might die without the sacraments. The sale of pews at Christmas brought in $233, of which $200 is already received. If Odin appoints a new priest to the parish, Le Saicherre will give him the money. Otherwise, he will use the money to reduce the church debt of $400. For himself, he is very pleased and honored with his new appointment. Both Veyrat and Father Jules Bouchet have been noted for the exemplary piety and harmonious work together. Le Saicherre will do his best to follow in Veyrat's footsteps. P.S. He received $10 for the seminary collection and will say ten Masses for Odin's intentions. Odin had sent him 30 Mass intentions. He now asks him to keep the remaining 20. His predecessor had left some which he wishes to acquit. :: VI-2-n A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.