File consists of two diaries, one with entries dated between 5 May 1873 and 1 June 1873, and an observation book "H.M.B.C.M." dated between 1 June 1873 - 26 June 1873. Also included is a catalogue of specimens for the British North American Boundary Commission, Dufferin (June 1873).
File consists of poems (many unpublished) by George Mercer Dawson. Additionally, a hand written letter from Lois Wilson-Spragge to Dr. Eakins (29 April 1971) is enclosed.