The Diary of Samuel Dodman - 3rd March 1791
I'm still feeling ill but not as ill as Billy looks! I had to send his manservant into Town today to fetch the Doctor to him. The only cure the Doctor gave was to tell him to drink plenty of water. The advise cost 3 shillings! It's a good job the medicine is free!
It looks like Billy intends to stay with me and accompany me to the States. When he's better, I'll ask if he can get us some more claret - to oil us until we leave!!