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altho' no Sovereign was more universally beloved. We had a few mahometans here who worshiped the rising sun. In the Law several Baristers expected to be temporary Lords; In Physick and Divinity offices and emoluments were eagerly look'd for. Thank God these needy Harpies are all dissappointed by the happy change. On Monday general rejoicing & illumination of Auld Reikie will take place.
You have already been told that a Mr Stanly (with permission of the Danish court) intends visiting Iceland. A vessell is fitting out at Lieth [Leith] for that purpose, Lieut Pirie to navigate her. Dr Jas Nome accompanies Mr Hanly and Proffr Thorkelyn is invited to revisit his native country. My nephew James Wright goes the voyage as Botanist & to act as Surgeon.