Fonds consists of letters written by Barbara Alice Slater (Bas) to friends Ellen and Liliana ("Lily Anna") Clement of Wantage in Berkshire, England. The letters describe homestead life in detail and originate from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and a variety of Alberta communities including Berry Creek, Baraca and Stoppington. Fonds also includes a photograph of Liliana Clement, a copy negative of Bas and her autograph book.