Whittell introduces himself as one of Ewart's old Zoology students in the summer session of 1900. He asks if Ewart could enquire on his behalf whether the University of Edinburgh would consider Whittell's medical examinations as equivalent to those required for entry into the militia.

Ainsworth-Davis states that he is interested in the proposed developments in Veterinary Science at the University of Edinburgh and that he has written a letter about certain points raised in the Draft Ordinance relating to Veterinary Degrees. He invites Ewart to show the letter to his colleagues and goes on to outline his experience in the field and his opinions on the state of veterinary studies.

Martyn, who was a Pure Science student at the University of Edinburgh and now based at St Stephen's College in Delhi, requests that Ewart send him a certificate to confirm his attendance at Edinburgh, as he has not been able to increase his income.