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Revised draft particulars, typed, including amendments suggested by Patrick Geddes in earlier handwritten draft and with further corrections noted, in relation to the sale or feu of property at Ramsay Garden Terrace for the purpose of a range of extensive one-storey buildings for galleries, studios and educational purposes. To be handled by Whitson and Methven.

With accompanying museum plan and note on a new museum.

Forwarding two criticisms of print [not extant] which indicate the plans for the demolition of the Falls of Foyers and construction of the aluminium factory. Mention of Charles Innes, the Canal Company and the government will not consent to dirt being thrown into the loch.

Describes and reflects on the success of the Centennial celebration organised by the University of Montpellier and attended by approximately 3000 academics and students from various countries. Regrets Patrick Geddes and Andrew John Herbertson could not attend. Mentions the creation of a Patronage Committee for Foreign Students at the University of Montpellier. Mentions Scots College and the Institut de Botanique. Describes the various pavilions organised during the event. Mentions Ernest Lavisse, Mr. Soubeiran, Mr. Sollas, Mr. Max Leenhardt, Norah Geddes, and Anna Geddes.

1. Notes by Andrew John Herbertson detailing number of students, professors and subjects taught at various American Colleges and Universities.

2. General notes by Andrew John Herbertson on American Colleges and Universities, including student life, taught subjects and personal impressions.

3. Notes by Patrick Geddes on Dr. Richards from Harvard University, Professor Adams and Ely Poldcar from Baltimore, and materials to be published on Scots College, Scottish University Extension Scheme and University Halls.

4. Note by Patrick Geddes referring to Professor Palmer of Harvard.

Encloses a cheque [not extant] related to the Edinburgh Summer Meeting. Is happy to provide account records to be checked. Encloses a cheque [not extant] for his own services. Detailed breakdown of expenses at the end.

John Duncan thanks Patrick Geddes for the cheque. Hopes to sell some of the sketches he has created during his stay on the island. Duncan is interested in the decoration project mentioned by Geddes. Mentions Grindling.

Acknowledges receipt of the secretary’s note and regrets having to refuse to take any part in the Masque.

Requests 70 copies of the notice of the Summer Meeting of 12 – 31 July so she could distribute them within the ‘The Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Families Association’.

Relating to the recipient's assets and the [Town and Gown] Association. Typescript.

Typescript draft, galley proofs (2) and final pamphlet (9 copies).

Illustrated page. Printed from manuscript.