most disgusting to hear the expression used by a parcel of drunken blackguards who we were obliged to get turned out of the house. I had no sleep last night therefore as I intend writing you again before I leave. I must say goodbye for the present and remain Very sincerely yours Donald McLean If you and Mama wish to preserve your beauty the mosquitoes will not disfigure you as yet, one or two are making a little chorus about my ears just as I am writing but they do no further harm.