From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Augustus Frederick
Date:
1838-6
Source of text:
RS:HS 1.420 & 21.246
Summary:
Giving his reasons for not wanting to become a Baronet.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Giving his reasons for not wanting to become a Baronet.
Thanking him for his offer of a baronetcy. Matters relating to this.
In hesitating to accept the offer of a baronetcy, JH did not wish to be perceived as arguing. Now gratefully accepts that generous offer.
Regarding a baronetcy about to be conferred on JH.