This first chapter is appropriately titled "Mr. Sherlock Holmes," as it introduces us to the great detective, while describing his abilities, and comparing him to Dr. Watson. Watson serves as Holmes' chronicler throughout the Sherlock Holmes series, but he does more than that.
Mr White comment that he would like to travel to India. Another example is when Herbert White shows curiosity about the story of the monkey's paw. The fact the first owner of the monkey's paw wished himself dead is another example. Finally, The image of the empty road after Mr. white makes his final wish