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.

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson will most likely send Osler his polarizing prism, once Potter receives his consignment. He enjoyed his visit with Osler, Mrs. Francis, Wood, Principal Dawson, Whiteve(?) and others in Montreal. He thanks Osler for the specimens he sent and sends his regards to Jimmie.

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson thanks Osler for the package he sent containing the book by Mivart. He laments the fact that so few in Canada will read and converse on such subjects as Mivart brings to the surface.

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson comments on Osler's offer to become the Chair of Botany at McGill University. He agrees with R.P. Howard's advice that Osler should concentrate on general medicine. He is glad that Osler is enjoying his time in London and envies his Church privileges.

Letter to William Osler from W.A. Johnson, "The Parsonage", Weston, Ontario, Canada. Johnson approves of Osler's decision to refuse the appointment to the Chair of Botany at McGill University. He would have liked to view the Thomas Browne relics with Osler. Reflections on the usefulness of relics, pictures, emblems, and other religious objects.

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.

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 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.

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.