Regrets delay in acknowledging his Notes on the Great Pyramid; it was due to a temporary loss of the work. Finds HJ's theory on the inclination of the passages very practical. Comments on the accuracy of the pyramid builders.
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Regrets delay in acknowledging his Notes on the Great Pyramid; it was due to a temporary loss of the work. Finds HJ's theory on the inclination of the passages very practical. Comments on the accuracy of the pyramid builders.
Confirms receipt of journals sent to JH by LQ. Calculations of probabilities for shots to hit targets.
Explains, according to the laws of probability, how the arrows should have been distributed on the archery target at St. Leonard's, and compares that with the actual distribution.
Has received packet mentioned in 1865-8-14. Lists works received. Gives lengthy explanation of the error made in the target example. Asks AQ to append a note, stating that JH is aware of the fallacious answer.
Expresses condolences on death of William Hamilton, mentioning his work and character.
About old friends, alive or dead; comments on a puzzle in probability; returns to JH's old haunts.
Comments further on probability [see JH's 1865-9-14]; JH's daughter Maria is to be married; fills letter with much nonsense.
Marriage of daughter Maria set for 12 October. Daughter Amelia will visit Whewells in November. JH's Iliad translation nearly complete.