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too free use of their delicious fruits, especially soon after thy arrival. 

 I beg likewise that thee would be very cautious, and abstemious in the 

 use of spiritous liquor and strong and heating wines. Since they are 

 known to excite the most dangerous fevers. In hot climates let thy 

 common drink be good water. It may be well to consult Dr. Horsefield 

 when thee arrives at Batavia, concerning the best regimen. To whom be 

 pleased to present my high regard and esteem — 



Now farewell, 



I pray God keep thee from all evil. — 



P. S. My dear James fear and adore God. 



Thy Unkle William Bartram. 

 Pennsylvania, Septr. 23d, 1804. 



