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A DESCRIPTION OF

CHAPTER VII.

Delvin—Murthly—Birnam Wood—Stenton—Dungarthill—Dunkeld—Rumbling Brig.—Road from Dunkeld to Blair of Atholl.—Fascalie—Killycrankie Pass—Lord Dundee's Tombstone—Lude—Atholl Broze—Blair Atholl—Bruar Falls—Salmon Leaps—Deer Hunting.—Dalnacardoch Inn—Loch Garrie—Dalwhinie Inn—Spey Bridge—Pitmain Inn—Aviemore Inn—Rothamurchus—Cairngouram—Dulsie Brig—Calder—Fort George.

On the 30th day of July, 1796, with the utmost regret I left Mieklour, loaded with kindness in every shape; and not an article of convenience or comfort for the long journey before me was forgotten by the friendly lady of the house, and her amiable daughters. My chaise was crammed with provisions, wine, and other things for my use; and, what was far more grateful to my heart, their warm affection and good wishes were with me; so that when I departed from their hospitable door, I felt what I cannot express.