His last letter was of 26 March 1787, and recently received his father's of 4 January 1787. Religious liberty in Europe: has felt perfectly at ease in both Marseilles and Rome, and thinks people here "more liberal & less persecuting" than the Scottish; an impudent friend. Fears he has only made useful commercial connections for his father in Montpelier. Concerned for Miss Donne. His letters to Sir Joseph Banks. Does not enjoy Italian bread. Concerned for parcel of books he sent via [Nicholas] Gwyn. Account of his [and William Younge's] activities in Rome, including trip to the palace Borghese, list of artworks seen, criticism; visit to St Peter's, description of interiors and opinion of the Pope. Distinguished foreign visitors. Fireworks at St Angelo.

Anxious to receive letter his father promised. Shortly leaving Rome, from whence he [and William Younge] are travelling to Bologna, Venice, and Milan. Met Mr Marsh; symptoms of his illness. Has met [Anthony] Aufrere several times at Rome. Difficulties of acquiring money at Rome. Informed by Broussonet that he has been elected a member of the Paris Royal Agricultural Society. Account of their activities in Rome, including visits to churches. Usefulness of Lady Miller's letters for ease of travelling here.