Bacchanalian propensities a tendency toward drinking alcohol.
the Sessions meetings of legal officials to transact court business.
Hilary Term and Michaelmas the terms during which the courts heard cases. Hilary Term lasted from January 11-31, and Michaelmas term lasted from November 2-25.
jackal someone who performs menial tasks for another.
perspective-glass any device that aids a person's vision, like opera glasses.
