Diary Entry of February 1, 1872
The day was consumed by household worries, with the chimneysweep causing distress and Loldi still confined to bed though somewhat improved. News from R. arrived by telegram: he had reached Bayreuth safely, secured the site for their house, and was moving through social obligations and practical business. Letters from Judith Mendfes, plus errands into town for the children’s clothes and shoes, made the day feel full but unsettled.
Thursday, February 1:
The chimney sweep caused an upset. Loldi is still in bed, but somewhat better.
Telegram from R. saying he has arrived safely in Bayreuth, but has much to do. Letter from Judith Mendfes. The children were out all day, to town for clothes and shoes.
Another telegram from R.: he has acquired the site for our house, attended a ball at Herr von Lerchenfeld’s, and is staying with Feustel.