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Refers to Geddes' fatigue and health. Refers to a 'remittance to Switzerland' and explanation for the confusion in its payment. The visit of King [Edward]. Whitson has discovered some people who live in Ramsay Gardens are unaware of existence of Outlook Tower. Gives details of University Halls and number of residents.

Refers to his and Geddes' failure to secure funding from the Carnegie Trust. Criticism of the Carnegie and the Gifford Trustees. Discusses his proposal to establish a trust devoted to historical research. His work on 'The Laws of Man's History' and a more general work. Mention of Mr. Branford, Messrs. Newnes, Lucy M.J. Garnett and Dr. McCormick.

Refers to the provision of articles and preface for the publication 'Ideals of Science and Faith' of which Rev. J.E. Hand is editor. Sets out the terms of agreement with reference to Mr. Allen, J. Arthur Thomson, John Kelman and Victor Branford.

Requests copies of Geddes' articles relating to education for economics for citizenship, the art exhibitions of Manchester, 1887 and Glasgow, 1890 and pamphlets relating to education. Mention of Victor Branford, discusses the state of education in Sunderland, the impact of education legislation, Mention of Dr. Gordon Bell. Incomplete.

Refers to his failed application to the Carnegie Trust for a history fellowship. Encloses letter from Principal Lang (see T-GED9/499). Discusses his proposed actions to appeal the rejection of his application. Discusses his various theories, sets out his financial position and risk of losing his home on non-payment of the Mr. King's mortgage. Mentions Professor J. Arthur Thomson's visit to Geddes, Mr. Ross, Sir James G. Frazer (author of the 'Golden Bough').

Refers to Valleyfield Wood and to Patrick Geddes' plans for new Dunfermline Park. Asks Geddes to send rough sketch of Park. Requests article for the next issue of transactions of the Royal Scottish Arboricultural Society.

Refers to Patrick Geddes' plans for Dunfermline, suggests that geographical aspects need to be considered with reference to practical politics.

Refers to periodicals 'East and West' and the 'Pioneer. Pàdshàh gives an appraisal of situation in India as regards Patrick Geddes's 'ideas' and feels that there is little demand for them. Refers to attempts at University reform in India. Pàdshàh requests Patrick Geddes to send articles on his sociological and educational Ideas.

His illness and difficulty in working. He hopes to write 'The Classification of the Sciences' and 'Outlines of a New Synthesis' before he 'drops'. The Rhind Trustees' scorn for his Arthurian ideas. His disappointment at not obtaining a Gifford Lectureship to the Edinburgh and Glasgow Chairs of History, and being able to revitalise Scottish Higher Education. His interest in the East and its importance to Europe. Remarks on Technical Education. Mention of Victor Branford. Discussion of the work of a Sociological Society without a proper historical outlook.

Congratulates Geddes on obtaining lecturing work in London. Discusses his views on sociology, with reference to Geddes' lectures and those of Dr. Edvard Alexander Westermarck, Martin White, Mr. Bryce, Mr. Bury. Reference to the book Geddes and J. Arthur Thomson are writing. Mention of August Weismann and Professor Maas. The letter ends with a diagram, akin to Geddes's thought machines, showing his view of where Sociology (or Politology) stands in his 'Classification of the Sciences'.

Letter of introduction for [ ] Bose, nephew of Dr. Jagadis C. Bose. Requests that Patrick Geddes teaches Bose all that he has taught to her. Describes her desires for the development of Bose's character. Mentions the pending publication of her book.

Advising Geddes of a scheme relating to an experiment in civics and allotments, requests help in to generate interest in the scheme. Mention of Mr Barnett.

He is to be involved in Geddes's 'Summer Programme'. Sends a copy of his Education Scheme; samples of his German and English poetry; the prologue-act from his drama, 'Der Arme Heinrich'; programmes of concerts he has previously arranged 'for democratic ends'. [Not extant]. Mention of Humperdinck. Admits that although he is a 'strong visionary' he is 'almost devoid of talent' but that he will try to bring Mr. E. Blake to Edinburgh who has 'a troubadour's gift for improvising dramatic music to recitations'. Mentions his meeting with Majory Kennedy Fraser, and his high regard for her and her sister Mrs. Jessie Matthay. Mentions Victor Branford, Anna Geddes and John Ross.

Circular letter. Giving details of proposed plans for 'The World Society of the Who's Who'. Outlines aims, organisation and proposed financing of the society. Proposes that 15 June, the anniversary of signing of 'Magna Charta' [sic], should be date for international meeting of members. Suggests that following should act as basis of Committee for first meeting on 15 June 1904: King Edward VII, Arthur James Balfour, Earl Rosebery, Hon. Joseph H. Choate, Rt. Hon. James Bryce, Andrew Carnegie, Joseph Chamberlain, Justin McCarthy M.P., William T. Stead, Rev. J.J. Hornby.

1. Circular letter from William O. McDowell to Patrick Geddes
2. Nomination paper relating to junior members
3. Payment slip
4. Ballot paper for 'order of merit'
5. Ballot for first officers of 'the Society of the Who's Who'.
6. Proof of Patrick Geddes' entry for the new edition of 'Who's Who' for corrections and approval prior to publication.

Refers to a vacant post at American College, Beirut, under Dr. Post. Asks Patrick Geddes if he can find a suitable botanist for the post. Scott-Elliot informs Patrick Geddes that he is leaving Glasgow due to ill- health. Annotated by Patrick Geddes on back of page, with notes referring to John Wallace, Miss Curry and arrangements for meetings.