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Sending his impression, formed during a recent visit to Dublin, of the Great Telescope destined for Melbourne. Considers it a triumph of mechanical invention.
The Archbishop [of Canterbury, C. T. Longley] will be lunching with EL on the 24th and if JH is able will he join them for lunch.
Has received with great pleasure JH's obituary of their dear friend [William Whewell]. Such a clear account was much needed.
Difficulty understanding notation used in [FJ]'s pamphlet on musical scales. JH's comments on [FJ]'s formulas and conclusions.
Responds to JH's critique of FJ's theory of construction of musical scale.
Death of Pierce Butler. Recommended F. W. Holland, who has explored Palestine, to Henry James. RM has been too busy to keep track of survey fund.
Eyesight is failing. Discusses William Whewell's death and pays him tribute. Says Professor [W. H.] Thompson will replace Whewell.
Has autographs showing the spots' motion. Will send them soon. Expresses regret at the death of W. R. Dawes. Refers to recent article on the optician George Merz.
Thanks JH for saving her from publishing a fault-filled book. Describes eruptions of Vesuvius. Agnes [Greig] enjoyed visiting the Herschels. MS wishes she could see them again.
Replies regretfully that other urgent financial demands prevent JH from helping to build another church in AS's parish. Already is helping with one such church.
Requests financial assistance in building a new church in JH's parish.
Suggests reducing the number of Greenwich astronomical observations printed, but not reducing the magnetic and meteorological observations.
Explains conditions of his will and the distribution of his estate.
Asks for JH's advice over a defective pair of glass discs. Discusses possibility of manufacturing optical discs in conjunction with the artist.
Explains HT's problem with the defective telescope glass. Advises caution about entering optical glass manufacturing. Urges HT to take back his will from JH's possession and entrust it to the care of a legal advisor.
Further regarding his theories on sound.
Has received the bill of William Ewart concerning the metrical scale.
Giving some lectures and asks JH for permission to quote from his writings
Sending him photographs and mounts for him to sign and return. Can keep one for himself. Remembers the day she spent with him.