The fonds consists of photographs of winning horses, their drivers and trainers at Frontenac Downs Racetrack. Many photos are composites, annotated with details on the race, and include finish-line shots of each race.
Typescript of letter relating to political affairs, a duel and court cases in the York (Toronto) area, with comments on the imminent war with the United States (War of 1812-14). Original at the Ontario Provincial Archives.
Relates to appreciation for a copy of the book,'Il Meo Patacca,' and offers translations and explanations of various passages. Includes a notefrom John S. Boasi to Mr. and Mrs. Bigelow praising Basso's explanations and providing forty-nine translations of all of the engraving captions in the book.