Box 132

1 sheet ([2] p.) AMHG has died and the family is nearly destitute. WEG cannot spare any more money (other than for burial expenses). WEG encourages MCG to come to Japan to earn more money for the family. WEG appears to be very concerned about financial matters and supporting himself in Japan as well as his family in the US.

1 sheet ([4] p.) The Polytechnic school failed.

n.l. 1 sheet ([3] p.) on sheet with invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Colgate Baker, May 7, [1872].

1 sheet ([4] p.) Still waits for word on a female seminary in Japan.

Sketch of fish kite. 2 sheets ([8] p.) Expects MCG has already left for San Francisco, makes plans for her arrival in Japan. Discusses the prestige of his position. WEG attends a banquet in honor of the Emperor's visit to the school. The new railroad has enabled faster travel between Yokohama and Yedo.

1 sheet ([2] p.) WEG has his photograph taken with several pupils.

1 sheet ([4] p.) WEG expected MCG to arrive on the steamer but due to miscommunication, she was unable to board without paying her fare in full. Visits Nikko.

n.l. 1 sheet (1 p.) Busy with examinations, WEG instructs MChG to take care of details at home. MCG is taking a rest before working in Japan.

n.l. 1 sheet ([5] p.) WEG moves into a new house which consists of three Japanese boys and their servants (one to pull the jin-rik-sha). Sent money home on the last steamer.