IX.—From R. Hislop, Esq., Rector of Blairlodge Academy.

Mr. Macgregor has been employed in this Academy during the last session as Classical Master. His attainments in the Greek and Latin languages are of a very superior order, and his style of communication is characterised by clearness and simplicity. Mr. Macgregor also taught the Senior Mathematical Class with great ability, and on Sabbaths cordially took part in the Religious instruction of the pupils.

I have much pleasure in adding, that his habitual good nature made him a favourite with the boys, both in the school and in the play-ground.