Mr. B[eethoven] wish for a answer so soon as possible concerning the days of the publication.
159.
TO ZMESKALL.
October 16, 1815.
I only wish to let you know that I am here, and not elsewhere, and wish in return to hear if you are elsewhere or here. I should be glad to speak to you for a few minutes when I know that you are at home and alone. Farewell--but not too well--sublime Commandant Pacha of various mouldering fortresses!!!
In haste, your friend,
BEETHOVEN.
160.
TO THE ARCHDUKE RUDOLPH.
Nov. 16, 1815.
Since yesterday afternoon I have been lying in a state of exhaustion, owing to my great distress of mind caused by the sudden death of my unhappy brother. It was impossible for me to send an answer to Y.R.H. yesterday, and I trust you will graciously receive my present explanation. I expect, however, certainly to wait on Y.R.H. to-morrow.
[K.]