Is sorry to read in the papers the news of the death of William Herschel. Had he been near he would have liked to have attended the funeral.
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Is sorry to read in the papers the news of the death of William Herschel. Had he been near he would have liked to have attended the funeral.
JG is called home urgently. Does not want to go, but feels painful duty to do so. Cancels visit to Slough. Asks JH to retrieve prints that JG left at Downing St.
Hopes JH's presence is solace to JH's mother. Wants to visit Slough, but must return to Scotland before 10 Sept. Death of William Herschel and need to surrender to God's will. Prays for JH and JH's mother.
Condolences on death of William Herschel.
Condolences on death of William Herschel. JH should not feel guilty for being absent.
Extols friendship with William Herschel. Regrets that JP cannot attend funeral.
Condolences on death of William Herschel.
JH omitted Mrs. Beckwith and [Charles] Babbage in the list given to M [undertaker] this morning. Please send their addresses.
Informs JH of delay in getting JH his instrument. Sends condolences concerning death of [William] Herschel. Informs JH of 'reunion of distinguished savants' at Gambery in August.
The account will be inserted in the Morning Chronicle tomorrow.
Will be moving to Worchester shortly. Theory on stained glass. Regarding his recent pamphlet.
Family news on JG's return from the Continent.