He immediately hastened to the spot; but he found some difficulty in gaining admission.
Mr.Clare, aware of the infectious nature of his disease, had given directions that as few persons as possible should approach him.

Mr.
Falkland sent up his name.

He was told that he was included in the general orders.

He was not, however, of a temper to be easily repulsed; he persisted with obstinacy, and at length carried his point, being only reminded in the first instance to employ those precautions which experience has proved most effectual for counteracting infection.
He found Mr.Clare in his bed-chamber, but not in bed.

He was sitting in his night-gown at a bureau near the window.