they are entirely supported by the benevolence of the
public. I trust, ere long, their permanence will be
secured by a national institution, embracing the whole
population.

I feel much gratified by the opportunity you afford-
ed me, of making the acquaintance of Dr. Francis

.
A mind more ardent in the pursuit of useful know
ledge, perhaps, never existed; and, I have no doubt
he will, in a few years, stand at the head of his pro-
fession. I introduced him to my son-in-law, Dr. Yeats,
who is an able and learned physician,; he entertains
a high opinion of your friend's talents, and, I am
sure, will, at all times, be happy in the opportunity of
being useful to him.

My health declines, as may naturally be expected,
as old age approaches; but, upon the whole, I have
no reason to complain. Regularity and temperance
are my chief and best medicine for all complaints.

I shall always be happy to hear from you, and to
make such communications as I conceive may be
useful to mankind in general; but let me entreat of
you, my good friend, not to make my letters public.
Engaged, as I constantly am, in a great variety of
pursuits, I can only snatch a moment occasionally for
private correspondence, which can never be sufficiently
correct for the public eye.

I send by Dr. Francis

, a parcel, containing such
publications as are likely to prove interesting to you.
A list of them you will find hereunto annexed.

With every sentiment of esteem and respect,
I remain always, dear Sir,
Yours, truly and affectionately, P. COLQUHOUN.
To Mr. THOMAS EDDY, New York. An Account of the different Saving Banks re-
cently established. Hand and Posting Bills, relative to the Bank in
Westminster.