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Lists the conveners of the Colonial Halls Committee as Lord Balcarres and Sir Archibald Geikie, with Patrick Geddes as vice convener. Lists the members of the committee.

Article on the proposed residential scheme for students from Colonial countries and the meeting held at the University of Edinburgh to discuss it. Mentions Sir William Muir and Victor A. Noel Paton.

Sends a packet of copies of his ‘University Review Paper’ for distribution. Encloses a list of persons [extant] to whom he will send the paper directly. Encloses a copy of the letter [not extant] to Mr. A.A. Jack, Secretary of the New Association of London University Extension Lecturers, to whom he is also sending copies of the paper for distribution. Mentions writing to the Principal of the University of London, Arthur William Rücker.

Enclosed copy of the list of names to whom the ‘University Review Paper’ is to be distributed.

Would like to interview Patrick Geddes regarding his schemes related to Residential Halls for London students. States that many students are interested in this idea and would like to read more about it.

Acknowledges receipt of Patrick Geddes’ letter and agrees with his suggestions. States he will write a letter to Geddes on the matter.

Acknowledges receipt of Patrick Geddes’ letter of 13 July. Advises that a decision regarding the allocation of a property has not yet been made.

Thanks Patrick Geddes for the illustrated booklet on University Halls. Mentions Mr. Eyre-Todd and Anna Geddes.

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.

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.

Outlines Patrick Geddes's proposal that services of the International Association for the Advancement of Science, Arts and Education be utilised in the collation of information for the Carnegie Trust. Mentions Mr. Greard, Mr. Liard, Mr. Herbette, Mr. Duclaux, Mr. Friedel, and Professor Wilson. Dated 12th and 13th July 1901. 2 copies.

Announces a meeting at The Merchant Company’s Hall on the 4th of October 1905 to discuss the formation of an association to promote the reform of the Scottish education system through appropriate legislation. Patrick Geddes’ notes on the back of the letter.