From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
George Biddell Airy
Date:
[12 September 1867]
Source of text:
RGO 6.695.491
Summary:
Comments on GA's theory of the thermo-electric origin of terrestrial magnetism.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Comments on GA's theory of the thermo-electric origin of terrestrial magnetism.
Is very pleased with resolution about the observations of Charles Rümker [see Edward Sabine's 1867-8-30].
Thanking him for his paper on Indian Standards and systems of measurement.
Regarding the theory of magnetic currents.
It appears that the Indian government has now approved the introduction of the metric system; JH is very upset.
Expresses GA's contempt for those who legislate for others without knowing what they are doing; GA is talking about the Indian legislation [see JH's 1867-9-12].