Doctor Gambado had to go from London to York, and to visit no less a person than one of the greatest ecclesiastical dignitaries of the land, as the following letter will show.
"Precincts, York, October 10th, 1774.
"Sir,—Doctor Greathead is desirous of consulting you, as speedily as possible; and if you have an eminent veterinary surgeon, who can accompany you, the Doctor will pay all expenses, as he has a favourite horse very ill. Travel post, if you please.
I am sir, your humble servant,
George Gotobed, Hon. Sec. &c. &c."
Characteristic of simplicity was the Doctor's letter, that very instant, to John Tattsall, written on a scrap and sent by his own servant.
"John,—Will you be ready to start for York in an hour?
"Your's,—Gambado."
John's reply was more laconic.