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Herschel12235

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[24 September 1836]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.92
Summary:

Received the print of JH with great pleasure. The picture by H. W. Pickersgill seems a truthful likeness. The bulbs have been planted and are thriving. Has just returned from the continent, where he visited Caroline Herschel, who is still well in mind, but weak in body. Church building progresses at Slough.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12236

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 October 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.93
Summary:

Gives news of the death of JN's father.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12237

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 August 1855]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.94
Summary:

Best wishes for JH's health and convalescence.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12238

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Alexander Herschel
Date:
[1 August 1855]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.95
Summary:

Grateful for informing JN regarding JH's health. Ten years since they met, but hopes to renew his acquaintance as opportunity arises.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12239

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[11 March 1861]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.96
Summary:

Thanks for the case of wine. Saw Alexander Herschel this morning and is getting some information from him. Has been on board the Warrior.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12240

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[10 April 1861]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.97
Summary:

Thanks for JH's kindness and the good things sent. Now sends a specimen of what photography can achieve on a large scale.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12241

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[28 April 1863]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.98
Summary:

Grateful for letters and enclosures. Has been ill himself, but is pleased to hear those at Collingwood are well. Hopes the prospect of Alexander [Herschel]'s appointment will be realized.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12242

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[24 November 1863]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.99
Summary:

Will call on W. Bonsey on his way to Devon and may be able to give a valuation of the house and grounds at Slough.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12243

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[5 December 1863]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.100
Summary:

Regrets that the weather has delayed his reply. Has now been able to get W. Bonsey's opinion on the valuation of JH's property at Slough; comments on this. Building land not much in demand at present.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12244

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 February 1864]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.101
Summary:

The contents of JH's note has not surprised him. Encloses report of the trial for the better understanding of JH. Will be at Upton in a day or so.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12245

From:
John Henry Nelson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[25 April 1871]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.102
Summary:

Many thanks for his comprehensive explanations for the use of that word. Regrets JH's tenant at Slough is so unpunctual. Has JH any plan or map of his property at Slough and Upton?

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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