Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

later than; following

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941)

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

someone whose employment involves carrying something

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

a religious residence especially for nuns

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

complete or carry out

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

having lost your job

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

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From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

the state of being employed or having a job

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

set up or found

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

past form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

Scottish philosopher skeptical philosophy restricted human knowledge to that which can be perceived by the senses (1711-1776)

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

a landowner who leases to others

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

a tenant in someone's house

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

structures collectively in which people are housed

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

temporary living quarters

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

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From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

imposing in size or bulk or solidity

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

come into possession of

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

past form of “recommend” — push for something

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

in the near future

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

make steady

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

confined on all sides

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

-ing form of “testify” — give testimony in a court of law

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

an industrial city in western France on the Loire River

From this reading Arrived at Tours, Malcolm took a quiet lodging in a retired street.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading It was a massive building, in a narrow street near the river, to which its grounds, surrounded by a high wall, extended.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their lodgings they went out, and after a few inquiries found themselves in front of the convent of Our Lady.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Malcolm showed this document to his landlord in order that the latter might, as required by law, duly give notice to the police of the name and occupation of his lodger, and at the same time mentioned that the relations of his wife lived near Tours, and that he hoped through them to be able to obtain some sort of employment.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Colonel Hume had furnished him with a regular discharge, testifying that the bearer, Malcolm Anderson, had served his time in the 2d Scotch Dragoons, and was now discharged as being past service, and that he recommended him as a steady man for any employment for which he might be suited.