It is deplorable to see how completely his past life has degenerated his once noble constitution, and vitiated the whole system of his organization.

But the doctor says he may now be considered out of danger, if he will only continue to observe the necessary restrictions.

Some stimulating cordials he must have, but they should be judiciously diluted and sparingly used; and I find it very difficult to keep him to this.

At first, his extreme dread of death rendered the task an easy one; but in proportion as he feels his acute suffering abating, and sees the danger receding, the more intractable he becomes.

Now, also, his appetite for food is beginning to return; and here, too, his long habits of self-indulgence are greatly against him.