The collection consists of correspondence, including a letter of advice, written one week after Confederation, by John A. Macdonald, to Thomas.A. Milne, of Markham Mills, and the Union candidate for the Riding of East York in the 1867 election, concerning James Metcalfe, the ultimate winner; account book (1855-1858); land and business papers; a badge and press clippings about unveiling of the memorial to Macdonald in City Park, Kingston, in 1895.
Daily journal describing George C. Ward's travels to England and subsequent six month stay, for the benefit of his health, as well as the expenses occurred on his journey.
The fonds consists of correspondence and files relating to his work as a member of the executive of the Archives Branch, Canadian Historical Association, the Ontario Historical society and the Society of American Archivists. Includes files relating to his work as editor of Kingston City Hall booklet, 1974. Also included are two copies of the program for the dedication of Abramsky Hall on May 17, 1975. It was given to Wilson by Mr. J.M. Courtright Vice-Principal, Queen's University.
