TO G. DEL RIO.

Jan. 6, 1818.

To prevent any mistake I take the liberty to inform you that it is finally
settled my nephew Carl should leave your excellent institution the end of
this month. My hands are also tied with regard to your other proposal, as
if I accepted it, my further projects for Carl's benefit would be entirely
frustrated; but I sincerely thank you for your kind intentions.

Circumstances may cause me to remove Carl even before the end of the month,
and as I may not be here myself, I will appoint some one to fetch him. I
mention this to you now, that it may not appear strange when the time
comes; and let me add, that my nephew and I shall feel grateful to you
through life. I observe that Carl already feels thus, which is to me a
proof that although thoughtless, his disposition is not evil; far less has
he a bad heart. I am the more disposed to augur well of him from his having
been for two years under your admirable guidance.

I am, with esteem, your friend,

L. V. BEETHOVEN.


254.

TO G. DEL RIO.

Vienna, Jan. 24, 1818.