80 EAST PRUSSIA TO THE GOLDEN GATE 



we succeeded in reaching Cuxhaven, a little sea town 

 within the jurisdiction of Hamburg. •■ This place is known 

 to all sea-faring men for its lighthouse, its old castle and 

 its fine beach, which also has become a point of pilgrim- 

 age for the neighboring populace; it likewise serves as a 

 military outpost and has fully, ten thousand inhabitants, 

 mostly engaged in ship-building and forwarding of car- 

 goes. Should the wind continue favorable, we shall sure- 

 ly reach the open sea before night. The weather is cold 

 and rainy and my oil-cloth suit proves a valuable acqui- 

 sition. My fingers are somewhat benumbed, which may 

 be attributed to the cold or other causes. A quick fare- 

 well is the best, therefore once more and quickly: Adieu! 

 Farewell ! To all you loved ones at home, whose love goes 

 out to me! 



With filial devotion, 



FRANZ. 

 P. S.— Griinhagen asks to forward his note. 



