| Description | They are now 'set down in the heart of this kind family', and the 'English brethren' departed for Glasgow the day before, with Dr. Buchanan. He gives an account of Mr. and Mrs. Hepburne, with whom they are staying. He was attended by Mr. Bell yesterday, who found no stone, but examined Alexander's prostate gland by instrument and finger, drawing the shape on paper and indicating the enlargement. Alexander is convinced he should move to Edinburgh for better treatment. [27 May] He mentioned to Dr. Buchanan before his deaprture that he was willing to assist Dr. Stuart about the Gaelic Bible while he remained in Edinburgh. Stuart is pleased about the idea. He relates encounters with Dr. Campbell and Mrs. Black. He thanks Emilia for her letter and packet. That morning he breakfasted with Dr. Campbell and then attended a meeting of the Highland ministers about the Gaelic Bible, meeting Dr. Mcleod, whom he describes. He has met Mrs Abercrombie, describing her doctor son's practice of sending young medical students out among the poor. He discusses prospects for his own sons, and Catherine's reception in Edinburgh. [28 May] Alexander is restless and feverish with toothache. He describes passing a bladder stone the day before. Various financial matters are covered and he asks for news of the children, giving advice.. |