Paris
17 December 1890
Juan Luna
Dear Rizal:
Enclosed is a draft for 175 pesetas. Please give 165 to Antonio’s boarding-house matron and the rest to him, as well as well as the enclosed letter.
I have been informed about the money you have advanced to Antonio, which, as you say, was necessary. A million thanks to you.
It’s horribly cold here. The Seine is almost frozen!
On another day I am going to write more. I am writing this at the Credit Lyonnais.
Merry Christmas, happy New Year, and regards from this family and your affectionate friend,
Luna
P.S.
I see that I have made a mistake in the draft. I have put it in Antonio’s name inadvertently. Tell him to give 165 pesetas to his boarding-house matron and to send me the receipt.
03-591 [Reformists]