Has today dispatched a parcel to JH containing a copy of a Chinese translation of JH's work on astronomy; thinks this work will be of great service to the Chinese.
Has today dispatched a parcel to JH containing a copy of a Chinese translation of JH's work on astronomy; thinks this work will be of great service to the Chinese.
Has just heard a report that JH had predicted that there would be a series of heavy floods during the month of August. Wonders if this originated from JH.
Bibliography of works on terrestrial magnetism published in past four years.
Thanks for note of 29 [July]. Expresses doubt over accuracy of his observations of a solar eclipse. Stresses the necessity of careful comparison of various observations. Asks JH's opinion of a photograph with prominences greater and corona less than supposed.
Sends pamphlet on repaying the national debt. Discusses various problems and possibilities concerning the debt.
George Grey's wife sent back to England after her affair was discovered.
Sending suggestions for improvements in the submarine cable and would like JH's comments.