From:
John Phillips
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 March 1839]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.158
Summary:
Discusses need for barometric observations; asks if JH has plans to build a barometer.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
Discusses need for barometric observations; asks if JH has plans to build a barometer.
Will JH be prepared to present report on 'Nomenclature of Stars' at Manchester meeting in June?
Names committee, including JH, to superintend 'translation & publication of scientific memoirs.' [Printed note regarding] grants of money.
Reminder that JH must report on 'Reduction of Meteorological Observations' at next meeting.
Sends copy of JH's Cambridge B.A.A.S. address. Printer will send proofs for JH's inspection.
No summary available.
Express their concern that the offer for sale to the British Museum, by G. A. Mantell and Thomas Hawkins, of two valuable collections, has been declined.