Letter to John Young Walker MacAlister from William Osler, From the Regius Professor of Medicine, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England. Will arrange a meeting of the Historical Section for the preliminary programme (Vesalius demonstration). Informs him that Davis & Orioli have a good copy of the 1478 Celcus. Would subscribe to it.

Letter to William Osler from John Young Walker MacAlister, 1, Wimpole Street, London, England. Mentions that his letter has been read at the last meeting of the Council. He is instructed to ask the Council of the (Historical) Section to draw up a programme of what they propose for the Vesalius demonstration. Adds to his civilities a remark explaining that he has a sore heart and keen disappointment. He had so looked forward for 2 years of real and rapid progress under a favourable Western wind.

Letter to John Young Walker MacAlister from William Osler, From the Regius Professor of Medicine, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England. Sends a cheque for the balance of the Gorgas dinner. Mentions that he received an enthusiastic letter from Gorgas who appreciated all they did for him. Compliments the guidance and the management of MacAlister. He feels very badly at not being able to carry out MacAlister's wishes. Jokes about the fact that he cannot have everything his way.

Cushing's note mentioning the Cardiff Medical School.

Letter to John Young Walker MacAlister from William Osler, The Athenaeum, London, England. (Letter addressed to the Secretary). Asks him to thank the Council for the nomination. Sorry he cannot accept. Appreciates the compliment. Assures the Council of his continued interest in the Society (Royal Society of Medicine).