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Review of lecture given by S.H. Swinny, President of the Positivist Society, to the Central London Lodge of the Theosophical Society.

Expresses her interest in elementary education and teachers, and the production of the ‘Masque of Learning’ at the University of London. Regrets the prices and times of performances were prohibitive for teachers and that many didn’t know about the ‘Masque’. Hopes the special performance to be held at the Albert Hall in April will allow London teachers and children the opportunity to see the Masque.

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Letter concerned with 'Ergotherapy' and discussions of scheme for 'Re-education' and 'Prophylactic education'. Reference to Frank Mears.

With references to McAlister's researches into cancer and cell theories.

A recent pageant at Chester. Loss of Geddes's accommodation in London. Hopes that Geddes's success with Crosby Hall will be used to obtain similar success with the proposal for a larger Edinburgh Residence. Developments at Liverpool University.

With reference to 'reorganisation of the boy scout movements on a civic basis' by Sir Francis Vane.

Information on his movement, 'The New Crusade', aimed at social reform through religious awakening.

Personal. Mentions Victor Branford.

Requests that Geddes read notes written by Miss Dodgeon in Berlin on Education and Psychology. Refers to two teaching jobs in which Patrick Geddes is a referee (job descriptions are attached).

Informs Patrick Geddes of plan to acknowledge the new reign (of George V), by producing a series of 'special supplements embodying the latest general results in all fields of modern endeavour'. Requests Geddes to undertake general editorship of science supplements. Provides details of shift in emphasis within journal and the 'departure' of A.R. Orage.

Arrangements for a meeting [concerning student residences]. Attending will be [Professor Arthur] Robinson (Anatomy); [J. Arthur] Thomson; [ ] and Harvey Littlejohn, Dean of the Medical Faculty. The Medical Faculty are sympathetic. Mention of Mr. Whitson, [Mr. Croom] and Sir James Walker.

Refers to a rumour that Patrick Geddes is to hold meetings in Italy during Spring or Summer 1910, and requests to attend. Refers to Geddes' 'settlement' and the success of Marie Bonnet's latest venture.

With some corrections.