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Thanks Patrick Geddes for the copies of his paper on the University Residence Scheme. Tells Geddes he will distribute them further. Mentions seeing the Tribune articles. Informs Geddes the Principal of the University of London, Arthur William Rücker, is away at the moment, but will receive Geddes' letter and article once he returns.

Enquires whether Patrick Geddes has seen the report on ‘Halls of Residence’ issued following the British University Students’ Congress of 1905. Mentions Stanley Hall and Roberts.

Lists the new Committee members who will be sent a copy of Patrick Geddes and Dr. Mackichan’s report.

Is currently lecturing in Edinburgh and invites Patrick Geddes for tea. Is pleased Geddes has joined the Association. Mentions Lucy Nichol and Professor Bells.

Gives Dr. Felkin's contact details in North Kensington and Royal Societies Club in London.

Discusses the work of universities, their role as places of universal learning and the importance of a professor's teachings for students. [Pages missing].

Asks Patrick Geddes to write an article for the monthly student educational magazine.

Informs Patrick Geddes that a meeting was rescheduled for October, due to a low attendance rate.

Acknowledges receipt of Patrick Geddes’ letter. Reflects on the slow progress in India. Regrets he cannot attend the meeting Geddes had invited him to, but hopes to see him afterwards.

Thanks Patrick Geddes for his advice to visit Chittorgarh. Congratulates Geddes on his work in India related to town planning. Wishes him well for the upcoming journey to the United States.

Notes on University Halls, a report on Halls of Residence, Graham Wallon, Miss Bothwell, H.G. Wells, J.C. Hudson, Professor MacKay and Leipzig.

Confirms receiving some correspondence from the Scottish Education Department regarding the proposed course on Nature Study. Tells Geddes the Burgh School Board cannot make any arrangements for the courses as all the teachers are already away on holiday.

1. Patrick Geddes sends a copy of the syllabus of lectures and practical work in Nature Study [not extant]. Expresses his opinion on the structure of the future courses on Nature Study. Would like to consult John Struthers regarding the development of the Outlook Tower as a centre for Nature Study. Mentions Mr.Mackay, Maurice Paterson, Professor Jackman and Mr. John Duncan. Encloses a copy letter [extant] he has sent to Maurice Paterson.

2. Copy letter from Patrick Geddes, University College, Dundee, to Maurice Paterson, Rector, Moray House Training College, Edinburgh.
   Encloses a letter addressed to John Struthers with the same date [extant]. Would like to discuss the Nature Study courses. Mentions the development of the Outlook Tower as a centre for Nature Study.

Acknowledges receipt of Patrick Geddes’ letter and the enclosed copy letter addressed to John Struthers both dated 12th of June. Maurice Paterson feels Geddes’ letter to John Struthers did not reflect his efforts in organising a Nature Study course. Mentions Mr. MacDougal.

Returns the books on Nature Study lent by Patrick Geddes by the evening post. Supports Geddes’ scheme for courses on Nature Study for teachers. Asks Geddes to send a memorandum on Nature Study in primary schools for a possible inclusion in the syllabus.