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Relates to a proposed Naturalists' Society and museum, mentions Mr Henry Beveridge, Murray and Mill and refers to desire to incorporate ideas of regional survey and tower, requests views on what a regional museum and survey should aim at, and for suggestions of small museums which they may visit and model their proposed museum on.

Confirms receipt of diagrams sent from Charles Staniland Wake. Advises that he must delay thinking on them and the subject of graphics until December due to other commitments and will write thereafter.

Confirms receipt of package which included syllabus of lectures and a scheme for a Geographical Institution [not extant]. Mentions August Comte, discusses the study of geography, advises Geddes that he is preparing and copyrighting diagrams which aim to present the operation of hte principles of radiation and concentration, mention of Herbert Spencer, on the advancement of education, and an article on the advancement of education published in the New York magazine.

Response to John Brown Paton's letter to Sir George Kekewich of 4 September 1902 and on behalf of the Board of Education. Refers to the grants paid by the Board of Education recognising subjects of music, ambulance, reading, recitation, home nursing, domestic economy and needlework. Clarifies how these subjects will be recognised under the new regulations, directs Paton to specimen syllabus for 'Ambulance', and outlines grants available for life-saving courses.

Moral training in day and evening schools. Refers to his views on reading lessons, song, a Boys Guild of Honour, promoting courage, truth, self-command, generous fair play and chivalry as character values to be aspired to, formation of the Boys' Life Brigade, moral teaching, children and young people's leisure time, and the formation of Old Scholars' Association.

Refers to the newly established regulations relating to evening schools and seeks clarification in relation to the permitted role of recreation in evening classes. Mentions Sir John Gorst in relation to developments in Life Saving Drill classes.

Acknowledges receipt of note and enclosures [not extant]. Discusses attempts to publish in USA, attempts to find a buyer for 'Evergreen' and 'Celtica' stock. Requests removal of cartography from subject matters to be presented to publishers. Alludes to the programming of exhibitions in America, St. Louis or Pittsburg.

With reference to possibility of Patrick Geddes collecting a volume of his essays for publication. Promotion of the publication of Patrick Geddes' work under the subjects of Botany, Physical Geography, Social Evolution, Cartography, Scientific Teaching and Utopia. Perris' enthusiasm for Patrick Geddes' idea of a 'Peace Museum and a Constructive Party'. Perris claims he cannot attend to the sub-editing of the 'South African matter'. Mention of J. Stuart-Glennie.

Acknowledges receipt of Stuart-Glennie's personal memorial and a copy of 'Nature'. Relates to a meeting of the Gifford Committee, mentions Professor W. James. Refers to a copy of Greek Folk Poetry and Professor Sayce's opinion of Stuart-Glennie's work. Discusses the implications for the University of Edinburgh of a gift from Mr Carnegie.

Acknowledges receipt of letter of 13 November from Patrick Geddes. Advises copy letter from Professor Robert Flint enclosed [extant] regarding a 'Chair of Sociology' and offering to provide a lecture on 'history as a science'. Mention of Mr Carnegie and his friend Mr Thomas Shaw MP.

Agrees to submit Geddes' letter and particulars regarding Ramsay Garden sale or feu to the Commissioners of the Board of Manufacturers.

Invites Geddes to the Museum of Science and Art, requests manifests which were not enclosed in Geddes' previous letter to him and discusses plans for the front of Ramsay Garden with reference to the United Free Church.

Acknowledges receipt of letter dated 21 March 1901 and discusses the possibilities for Ramsay Garden in relation to the School Board, Heriot's Trust and Heriot Watt College.

Advises that the Royal Scottish Academy is unlikely to extend its life school due to its financial position. Suggests a need for studio accommodation for artists working in Edinburgh and discusses plans for Ramsay Garden Terrace.

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.