Letter to William Osler from James Bovell, Spring-Hill near Charles Town, Nevis, West Indies. As Bovell is uncertain that he will get back to Canada during the year, he asks Osler to carefully pack his Microscopical Apparatus and Specimens. He offers Osler his surgical instruments and Stethoscopes, as well as his microscope stand and eye-pieces. He is very sad to leave the Weston school and Johnson behind, but he is busy with his research and must look after his family.
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.
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.
Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson waits to hear how Osler is enjoying Montreal. He describes a curious specimen he found in the Humber and includes drawings of it. He hopes Professor Hincks will be able to identify it. He asks Osler for a French version of Abeillon's "Blessed Sacraments."
Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson and Barwick have strongly advised Bovell to return home. J.C. Morgan has opened his own school in Barrie, and has begun to solicit the Weston boys. Johnson will send Keble's letter of spiritual counsel for Osler's sister.
Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson has collected specimens to determine the cause of a spreading cattle illness. He will consult Bethune and Hincks in the matter.
Letter to William Osler from James Bovell (Jimmie) Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Jimmie heard from Mr. Barwick in Toronto that Bovell would not return until the following Spring. He is anxious for his father, W.A. Johnson, to make up his mind about sending him to Toronto or Montreal for school. He relates news of Frank Checkley and Charles Miles. He urges Osler to stop by the Parsonage before leaving for Montreal. Incl. ms. notes.
Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson cannot get away to see Osler, as Checkley and Clarke are both away from the school. He sends a copy of "Devout Life" for Osler's sister (Chattie?). He had a copy of "Religio Medici" for Osler, but gave it away.