“What disease did he die of?”
“Bladder trouble of some sort.”
“He would know he was dying, and yet he did not write to his son before the end or even ask the priest to do so?”
“Perhaps he just didn’t care any more.”
“Perhaps.” She thought for a moment. “Do you know the name of the priest?”
“It was a Father Weichs.”
“Then I think you could make inquiries before going to Bad Schwennheim. You could find out if Father Weichs is still there from the church authorities at Freiburg. If he is not still there, they will be able to tell you where he is. You might save much time that way.”
“That’s a good idea, Miss Kolin.”
“At Freiburg you may also be able to find out if the old man’s belongings were claimed by a relative.”
“I think we may have to go to Baden for that information, but we can try at Freiburg.”