Has just found out that the government has approached the R.S.L. as to the usefulness and chances of success of his machine. Hopes that if JH is appointed he will not become involved in the committees of the R.S.L. Has been deciphering a cipher.
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Has just found out that the government has approached the R.S.L. as to the usefulness and chances of success of his machine. Hopes that if JH is appointed he will not become involved in the committees of the R.S.L. Has been deciphering a cipher.
Encloses a letter sent to his mother in Devonshire St.. Regarding JH's votes. His plan for removal prospers.
David Brewster is in town. Has arranged a series of meetings and excursions for him. Hopes JH will come to town. His mother and daughter are at Brighton.
Is sending a query from Florence, also a letter from Vincenzio Antinori, which please return. Additional facts supporting his views expressed in the Decline of Science. Frederick Augustus (Duke of Sussex) has been challenged over government of the R.S.L. Engine progresses well. [Also contains draft of reply which is the same as JH's 1831-9-13.]
Please could he obtain through Miss Caroline Herschel several copies of the Hannover Gazette which includes his own name when he was awarded the Guelphic Order. There is talk that Frederick Augustus (Duke of Sussex) is going to Ireland.
One of Joseph Clement's workmen will be coming down to work on JH's telescope. Gives rates of pay, etc. Has just got the Treasury to give their order for the completion of the buildings.
Regarding J. F. Daniel[l]'s lecture. His own views on the validity of the attacks. Regarding JH's opinion on David Brewster.
Regarding J. F. Daniel[l]'s attack on JH and CB.