The fonds consists of autobiography; recorded interview about his life and his hobby; and research notes and maps of old trails.

The fonds consists of William's discharge certificate, appointment, and certificate from the Aero Club of Canada.

The fonds consists of a diary with very brief descriptions of the country, cities and rail travel. More details are given for the portion of the trip through the Rockies.

The fonds consists of photographs of railway construction between Edmonton and Jasper.

The fonds consists of research notes and drafts of Ferries and Ferrymen, includes copies of photographs collected for the book; two volumes of unpublished autobiography, and personal photos.

The fonds consists of financial statements and tax returns (1946-1950); customer account ledgers (1946-1950); Austin distributor's agreements (1948-1963); and a photograph of Austin dealers meeting (1951).

The fonds consists of paybook, telegrams, and miscellany regarding First World War; timebook, certificates and miscellany regarding service with CPR.

The fonds consists of newsletters, membership list and form, and a newsclipping.

The fonds consists of E.J.'s diary describing the trip west, as transcribed by his daughter, Susan Lawrence Skinner.

The fonds consists of memoirs and transcript of interview.