I’m pretty sure that its not Johnson as I don’t think Johnson manufactured and outboards before there aluminum Water Bug in 1922. I’d be learning something new if that’s not true. Changed the title to attract those who are knowledgeable in those things. Looks like someone plunged the pump hole to keep the grease in and used it as a 90 degree drive.
A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.