[Letter to] Dear friend Webb

Description

May reminisces about Webb's visit. He tells of his new furnace and describes his daily life and surroundings. May mentions receiving copies of "The Spectator" and "The Graphic." He gives an account of the travels of various members of his family. May discusses the Franco-Prussian War and asks Webb if there is any hope for the French. He criticizes the Germans, comments on the decision of the Edinburgh Medical College to admit women students, and refers to the Chase sisters.

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Series Statement

• Samuel May Correspondence