"Zimmermann to Basel"

First Christian marriage at Akropong between converts (p 1). Rain comes at last, long dry period before. Discussion with an Akropong man. "Christianity is a deep water, you do not at once jump in, you want to measure the depth first", he said (p 3). Journey from Akropong via Late to Christiansborg, description of the manner of travelling by night (pp 4-6). Thanksgiving custom of the widow Wolff (better: Wulff) and her three Jewish Mulatto children. The eldest boy - 14 years old - he has taken into his service. Zimmermann shall teach him Hebrew. He is a good boy (p 9). His marriage (pp 10-11) and their household (p 12). Present of a Yoruba horse from Hinderer. Chief at Labadi friendly (p 12). A mission station in Krobo advocated (p 10). Happy in his marriage (p 10).

18.07.1851

18.07.1851

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