Pedestrianism

140 CAPT. BARCLAY'S PERFORMANCES^ feet; indeed it had softened his feesto much, that they became unable to bear the pressure of his body, and it was therefore abandoned. Dr. Sandiver recommended the applicationof flannel soaked in boiling water, and wrung until nearly dry, as a substitute for the bath. The flannel in this state was applied to the parts affected by the pain, and frequently re­ newed. It had the effect to cause the pains in his legs andthighs to remove fromone part to another, but afforded nopermanent relief. Twenty-fifth day.—One, morning; much worse ; great difficulty in walking, and the pain in his legs and feet rather increased.— Three, morning; still worse; very stiff, and walked heavily.—Five, morning j still much difficulty in walking, but appeared fresher.— Nine, morning; walked with less difficulty; appeared quite fresh, and in good spirits. Through the day he suffered more than dur­ ing yesterday, but was in good spirits, and ate heartily. — Nine, evening ; rather more pained, and walked with more difficulty.— Eleven,