God be praised, he is going to speak, cried the second burgomaster.

The second burgomaster Johann Püchner shook his head again.

Püchner, the second burgomaster, shook his head.

He was followed by the second burgomaster, with the Town Council, and deputation of merchants, headed by Gotzkowsky.

"Well, is it true?" the second burgomaster Johann Püchner insisted.

"I implore you, collect yourself," whispered the second burgomaster, as he endeavored to support the reeling, staggering chief.

"Gotzkowsky is of our opinion," said the second burgomaster, turning toward him; it would be best to yield to the Russian."