Dear and Beloved Tr[eitschke]!
What you propose about the fourth part of the takings of the opera is clearly understood! And, by the way, only for the moment must I remain in your debt. But I shall not Forget that I am your debtor –– As to a benefit performance for myself, I should very much like to secure this particular day, namely, yesterday week, that is to say, next Thursday.
I went to see Herr Pálffy today but could not find him. Now please do not let the opera sleep too long! That would surely do would harm.
I will call on you soon, for I have many other things to discuss with you ––
As I am short of paper, I must close.
Wholly your
Beethoven