'Out of sight out of mind' is a proverb which opens to us the worst side of human nature.

But even at Tillietudlem nature's worst side might sometimes show itself.
Actuated by such feelings as these, Undy heard with joy the tidings of M'Buffer's stewardship, and determined to rush to the battle at once.

Battle he knew there must be.

To be brought in for the district of Tillietudlem was a prize which had never yet fallen to any man's lot without a contest.

Tillietudlem was no poor pocket borough to be disposed of, this way or that way, according to the caprice or venal call of some aristocrat.