Regarding his new researches into the theory of determining functions from given conditions. The printing of his memoir is proceeding slowly.
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Regarding his new researches into the theory of determining functions from given conditions. The printing of his memoir is proceeding slowly.
Has been to London and procured the books mentioned by CB. Mentions differential equations of P. S. Laplace. Regarding some of CB's theorems. Problem of law of chance. Printing of his memoir.
Will be visiting London shortly and hopes to purchase some experimental equipment to carry out experiments with heat.
Sends a number of theorems and integrals.
Would like to see him as soon as possible so they can prepare the preface of their memoir for the printer.
Orders equipment from London through CB.
Responds to JH's criticism of churchmen. Criticizes law and defends church as careers. Explains why WH never discussed religious opinions with JH.
Apologies for any bitterness caused by differences of opinions. Willing to listen to JH's reason for preferring law over church as career, but must postpone arguments until later. [Typewritten copy includes annotation by unknown hand that JH's letters were not preserved in this 'only serious conflict of wills between the father & son.']
Assures JH that exchange of letters with William Herschel did not produce alienation. Encourages both to meet for discussion. JH's cousin [Mary Baldwin] anxiously awaits reply from JH.
Hopes JH settles in Cambridge. News of their fellows. Charles Babbage's lecture popular. Includes parody on [Sir Walter] Scott.
Discovered JH was elected fellow. Reports vandalism at Trinity. Asks about [James] Grahame. Reports on Mr. Jephson's treatment of Charles Babbage.
Comments on JH's romance. Hints at JW's own. Notes college fervor for religious proselytizing in foreign lands. Asks about 'Catholic question.' Quotes censored epigram written on royal tombs. Charles Babbage very ill.
Congratulates JH on becoming Senior Wrangler.
Plans for coming to London.
Writes to JH to encourage him to come to London.
Writes of his journey back to Edinburgh, and of his intended wife.
Law business is good; JG's intended desires to meet JH.
Asks JH if he would read and criticize a manuscript of JG's.
Note to accompany JG's manuscript [see JG's 1813-6-21].
Thanks for the criticism [see JG's 1813-6-21]; is considering publication.