Torrie Lodge is a very charming home indeed, where Mr. Authony has resided for the last thirty years, and erected the present solid residence, which, I understand, is in as good a state of preservation to-day as when the foundation-stone was laid. Additions of late years have been made to the building, the increase in family having necessitated it, so that one wing - ten years old - is comparatively new, whilst older portion is thrice that age. The composition, however, being of lime and freestone, there the is no striking aspect of modernity about any portion of the house, and taken en bloc Torrie Lodge presents that desirable sere and yellow look so pleasing to one who loves ancient harmony in modern architecture1 .
The fall in cattle may be said to have reduced Torrie Lodge from a state of affluence to one of bankruptcy: a sad fact, which has made the whole countryside sympathise with this estimable and popular family2