Diary Entry of September 25, 1875
The day was taken up with household tasks and Scharff’s departure, followed by a farewell supper for Unger as he set off for Munich with Professor Hey. Her mother’s letter brought a stark contrast in perspective, praising France’s supposed rebirth and prosperity while she looked around at the poverty that surrounded them.
Saturday, September 25:
Many household duties; departure of Herr Scharff.
In the evening a farewell meal for Herr Unger, who is now going to Munich with Prof. Hey.
Letter from my mother, enraptured by the supposed rebirth of France, she also mentions the unprecedented prosperity of the nation—whereas here misery prevails everywhere.