To conclude, I have only this to observe, that the scurvy is principally owing to defaults with respect to provisions, and the customary way of living in ships in general; and such as might be much amended, both with respect to conveniency, wholesomeness, and expence.
I speak this from long experience, from the many observations I have made, and the good success that have attended my improvements, when it has been in my power to put them in execution. I have many things to offer with respect to provisions at sea; but as that is too extensive to be inserted in this volume, I shall treat of it distinctly. In the mean time give me leave to close these lectures: and being conscious that truth and utility has guided my endeavours through the whole, I lay down my pen for this time, with the pleasing reflection, that I have advanced one step farther in the performance of my duty, and in answering the end of my existence.
FINIS.
EXPLANATION of the PLATE.
Fig. 1. A common bleeding lancet. A. The blade; which, when it is wiped after bleeding, should always be laid upon the handle B. and wiped but one way, to save the point.
Fig. 2. An incision lancet. A. The point of the blade, which ought to incline one way most, in order to make it the better fit for opening of aposthumes.
Fig. 3. A bistoury for opening of sores, &c. in general use. A. The blade. B. The handle in which the blade folds.
Fig. 4. A pair of strong scissars.