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Letter to William Osler, August 27, 1873

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson has been forced to abandon his microscope, as work with the school and his religious duties keep him too busy. His daughter, Mrs. C.F. Miles, will stay with him during her confinement. He would like to send his son Jimmie to Montreal to continue his medical education. He encourages Osler to go to Vienna over the winter. Religious discussion.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson, July 21, 1874

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson reports that Osler was in Toronto and Dundas, and will now go to Montreal to take his new post at McGill. He urges Jimmie to pay a visit to Louisa Noble. Includes manuscript notes.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to William Osler, October 19, 1875

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Typescript version of CUS417/62.12. Includes manuscript notes. Published in Cushing, vol. I, pp. 138-9.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson, February 4, 1878

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson cannot send more money than he had originally promised. He chides Jimmie for failing his examinations and for ruining his opportunities in England. He regrets the situation Jimmie's sister is in. His doctor has advised him to take time off or risk his health. He describes his own method for treating sores and cuts.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to William Osler, March 4, 1875

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson cannot forget Osler, the way a good student learns his lessons well. He writes of Bovell and his new position with the Church. Johnson hopes to go to Montreal to see Osler, Wood, and others. He asks after Jimmie.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to William Osler, October 20, 1870

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson hopes Osler's connection with McGill will prove an advantage to him in many ways. He sends Osler a specimen that he has not been able to identify. He also sends a copy of Taylor's "Holy Living." He does not think that Bovell will return to Weston this year.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to William Osler, December 25, 1870

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson remarks that Montreal appears to be agreeing with Osler. He comments on "Preparation for Death" by Alfonso. He reports on the progress of his Chapel. He mentions Professors Dawson and Hincks.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to William Osler, October 19, 1876

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson thanks Osler for sending the book by Mivart, and comments on the author's view on evolution and creation. He sends his regards to Mrs. Francis and asks Osler to consult Dawson about the Corkes plates.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson, December 9, 1874

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson comments on the "Osler character." He urges his son to mimic Osler's characteristic of "application." He reports on his failing health.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson, January 23, 1874

Letter to James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson instructs his son on how to prepare dry specimens and soft tissues for the microscope. He relates news of family and friends.

Johnson, William Arthur, Rev., 1816-1880

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