Thomas Maclear has sent him another Cape meteorite. Believes that JH gave part of a meteorite to the B.M. so does not see why this one should be sent there.
Thomas Maclear has sent him another Cape meteorite. Believes that JH gave part of a meteorite to the B.M. so does not see why this one should be sent there.
About astronomical matters, such as parallax and variable stars.
Has written to G. B. Airy about the Cavendish experiment and encloses his diagram and letter.
Encloses a letter to the Admiralty for JH's signature.
Further regarding the Cavendish experiments.
Invitation to spend the night with him after the R.S.L. dinner on the Saturday.
Fears that he will be unable to attend the Anniversary meeting. Has written to G. B. Airy concerning Orionis.
Sending his work for perusal. Draws his attention to the new advances in the treatment of physiology.
Thanks for observations; comments on one of his own observations; notes imminent move to Collingwood and birth of seventh child.
Sends hourly meteorological register for 21 Sept. in Bahama Islands. [Partial sentence about] Equipment reaching J. C. Ross at Madiera.
[Responding to GO's 1839-11-14], JH will come to the luncheon and meet GO's 'Illustrious Guest.' Will bring additions for Miss Ouseley's autograph collection. Margaret Herschel is recovering well [from birth of Maria Sophia].
Recommends John McNaughton for a position as a master in the Government Free Schools at the Cape of Good Hope. Asks for information on the salary, pension, etc., for persons hired.
Has returned Alexander von Humboldt's letter to Edward Sabine for alterations before it is printed.