Dr. Tucker accompanied us on our return; and we made a call on General Van Rensselaer. He is the Patroon, or Lord of the Manor here; and is considered the greatest landholder in the United States.

If he—er—disappears—well, it seems to me that we'd both benefit.

The most important place for trade in Hunan is Siangtan, 90 li south of Changsha.

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