VOYAGR FROM ODESSA, 
done away, we heard the cheerful word, 
“ Carashol,” which never sounded so agreeably 
in our ears. With the important paper close 
folded and concealed, we cautiously withdrew 
from the inquisitive observation of several spies 
of the police, who, with outstretched necks 
and eager eyes, seemed aware that it contained 
wherewithal to gratify their curiosity. 
On the morning of the last day of October, at 
day -break, Captain Bergamini, of the Moderato, 
came with the joyful intelligence that all was 
ready for his departure; and desired us to 
hasten on board, as the wind was favourable, 
and he wished to get under weigh with all 
possible expedition. The delays of the custom- 
house kept the vessel in port until ten o’clock. 
We embarked a little before nine. At ten pre- 
cisely, we began to heave the anchor ; but, from 
the foulness of the harbour, it was with difficulty 
raised. The crew of the custom-house boat, 
who had left us, returned for another dram of 
brandy, offering at the same time their assist- 
ance. At half-after-ten the vessel was in 
motion; but we lay-to for the Captain’s nephew, 
who commanded another merchant-ship, called 
Jl Piccolo Aronetto, which had not yet cleared. 
Soon after eleven she came along-side ; and 
with hearts elate, although still beating with 
