MD3PAD 223-225

[Toby G Levy]

        Fr Maire takes a few gentle swipes at Fr Boscovich, but
eventually tells Dixon that he wishes Boscovich well in England. Emerson
asks Maire what Boscovich's real purpose is in coming to England and
Maire says that Boscovich wants to "measure a Degree, in America." Dixon
asks latitude or longitude and Maire says latitude. But Emerson does not
believe the King will allow Boscovich to do any scientific work
in America.

vw#59:tilth - Tilled earth.

        Emerson and Maire discuss how the Jesuits are despised by most
national governments. They discuss the necessity to "penetrate" China.

        Emerson tell Dixon that rather than serve his country by going
to America, he can become a Jesuit priest and do "Soldj'ring for
Christ." This is told to Dixon in the form of a song.

        Dixon does not like the celibacy vows required of priests.

        Emerson says that he is certain that Dixon will be approved for
taking part in the "Boundary-Line Survey in America."  He says that his
Quaker family and Jacobite connections make him a natural.

Toby