Correspondence Received

Letter advising Jones that his application for admission 'ad eundem' to the degree of Bachelor of Arts, University of Melbourne, had been accepted.

Quote for making theological students' gowns. Gives the prices charged for making the gowns of the Durham theological students.

Letter from a friend of Canon Jones in England. Inquires after Jones' health and describes her feelings about the Boer War.

Inviting Jones to contribute a sermon of his choice to a series of 10 volumes to be published by the company.

Acknowledging receipt of the sermon for inclusion in a 10 volume set.

Describes work on the garden at a property in Hornsby

Notes by Maisie Jones in the margins. Gives news of former school friends, in particular the possibility of others emigrating (Jones apparently sent each one an invitation to join him). Ward to go to Melbourne. Includes Padley's impressions of Griffith Thomas. Discusses the establishment of Mansfield College and describes a mission held by Father Ignatius at Westminster Town Hall.

Note on final page written by Maisie Jones. Enclosures mentioned but not found with the letter. Gives news of former mutual school friends from Oxford (postings, marriages, etc.). Describes Padley's posting at Davenport. Includes a discussion of the Home Rule discussion then raging in England. Mentions the Pope's Jubilee, Canon Christopher, and asks Jones questions about Australia.

Note in red ink on the first page "End of September 1888" probably written by Maisie Jones. Congratulates Jones on his recent marriage. Gives news of former school friends. Notes a visit to W.C. Ward, a good friend of Jones', and gives news of him. Describes a 'mission' held in London, the speakers at which were: Spurgeon, Dr Parker, Newman Hall and Father Ignatius. Discusses the Armada tercentenary, noting the lack of emphasis on the religious aspects of the event.