Description
The author wrote an acknowledgment on behalf of Edmund of an invitation extended by Thomas to have Edmund come for a visit so Thomas can treat his illness. Regrets extended that Edmund cannot travel. Provides a lengthy and detailed description of Edmund's symptoms, daily routine, diet, and attempts to self-medicate using a recipe that he found in the newspaper for making a prescription to treat consumption. Author offered assurance that Edmund was improving and that he may be able to travel by train if improvement continued. Mentioned a consultation with Dr. Lamb who recommended drinking cod liver oil and brandy several times per day. 4 handwritten pages.