Teschemacher
President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors
San Francisco
March 17th, 1860
Today, the USS Powhatan has finally arrived back home. Along with the USS Powhatan, the Karin Maru has finally arrived in San Francisco. I am feeling extremely happy and there are two reasons why. The first reason is because everyone made it here safely. I am glad that no one was hurt on their way here. The second reason is because the Japanese are finally here. During dinner with them at the International Hotel, I tried my best to converse with them. Although it was semi-difficult to converse with them, I was thankful for the translators who helped me out. It was really interesting to actually see them and to see how they acted. Many of them barely touched the food, while others were not hesitant at all. I understood that the reason many were hesitant was because being in San Francisco is a whole new experience for them. They have not adjusted quite yet, so hopefully they will soon.
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I am also glad that everyone arrived safely. I apologize personally for my lack of ability to communicate as well as I would like. It has been many years since I was last in America, and English is such a difficult language to learn. I'm confident that it will not take the men and myself long to adapt to our new temporary home, especially with the help of all the kind people here.
ReplyDeleteManjiro Nakahama John
Samurai, Translator
March 18th, 186o
I hope so as well.
ReplyDelete-Josiah Tattnall