Q. II. Is Mr. Thoreau really better of his cough? A. Yes, and he can raise more and it does not hinder his sleeping so much.

  Q. III. Has he a good appetite? Yes, he has a very good one . . .

  Q. XIV. Do you think Mr. T. is prudent? Yes . . .

  We cannot get rain water to drink, but Mr. Thoreau has got over his bowel complaint and is getting better of his cold.