Regarding his plans for lighthouses. Had a visit from L. F. Menabrea in his absence. Who manufactures the specified telescopes?
Regarding his plans for lighthouses. Had a visit from L. F. Menabrea in his absence. Who manufactures the specified telescopes?
Leaves tomorrow for Geneva. Expresses thanks for all JH's help and presents his compliments to Lady Herschel.
Provides JH a sketch of the geological study and mapping being carried on in South Africa by Andrew Bain. Asks JH to bring a geological map and collection made by Bain to the attention of geologists.
Has established a Meteorological Society at Port Louis. What type of barometer would JH advise them to adopt? Hopes to extend their activities to magnetic observations later.
His own health does not improve very rapidly. Has he heard how Owen Jones is progressing? Has heard good reports of Dr. J. A. Symonds of Bristol.