Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B——
CHAPTER V.
Description of Madras--The Thieving Bazaar--Wallajahbad--Terrible Mortality--Death of his friend Allan--Marries his Widow--Her Character--Exploit of the Grenadier Company--Effects of Heat-- Expedient for Relief of checked Perspiration--Prayers read by the Adjutant--Colonel Stewart's return to Europe--Colonel Conran's Character--His Kindness--Mutiny of the Company's Troops--Mrs. B's Fortitude. 73