The Daybook of Mme. M. Columbia
A diary of days in the beautiful Crystal Valley and beyond
22.4.13
Isla de Frederico
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April 22
Last Sunday I met with the beggar. He gave me directions to a place where he said they had taken E & S. We shall leave tomorrow. Jaspar has secured a boat and Lilly is setting by provisions.
10.4.13
A man with information
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April 10 2013
Today we were stopped by a mendicant—this city is full of beggars! But this man was very fierce and told us that he knew how to find what I had lost.
I am to meet him on Sunday at the Rue de Gas in a hidden (but public) garden. Jaspar is, of course, against it, but I will take Lilly with me, and a weapon as well.
I must find Esmé and Sapphora!
9.4.13
An afternoon portrait
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April 9
Today I visited with Ida Zucker. She insisted that I draw her portrait. I attempted a drawing. She was happy with the sketch and would like to commission a painting, but I am much too fretful about missing Esmé and Sapphora. Ida said she would ask some discrete questions tonight at the Count's dinner party.
8.4.13
Unhappy sighting
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April 8
I've seen him! Count Pettipah, here on the island. I've drawn his face as best I an remember and shown the sketch to Jaspar and Lilly.
They have been looking for any man with a tri-forked beard, but so far no luck.
Tomorrow, I lunch with Ida Zucker.
6.4.13
Street Views
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April 5
I had forgotten how much I hate this place. Hot, unpleasant, noisy. But all we can do now is wait for information on my Sapphora and dear Esmé.
April 6
Still waiting. I watch this street, every day, hoping for a sign regarding my 2 lost dear ones. Jaspar searches every day, asking about in the shops and alleys.
2.4.13
Disappearance
April 2
Back of scrap reads: Oh sorrowful day. Dear Esmé and Sapphora have disappeared on the island. I fear for their safety, but I know they are together and can keep each other safe. We are searching!
Back of scrap reads: Oh sorrowful day. Dear Esmé and Sapphora have disappeared on the island. I fear for their safety, but I know they are together and can keep each other safe. We are searching!
1.4.13
A family scene
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