To Thomas Carlill Date: LONDON, December 17, 1773. DEAR TOMMY, I was a good deal out of order when I was at Bristol In September. See Journal, vi. 3, both with a sore throat and with the rheumatism; but am now, by the blessing of God, just as well as I was before. Put an end to smuggling at all hazards. You should eat a small crust of bread every morning, fasting, and I think it will cure you of your gravel. I am, dear Tommy, Your affectionate brother.