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Herschel9824

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[19 June 1810]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.158
Summary:

Informing him of his position in the examinations, and offering congratulations.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9825

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 May 1818]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.159
Summary:

Has been visiting Gibraltar, Malta, and the Vatican City. Comments on the sights.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9826

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[15 June 1819]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.160
Summary:

Has not heard from him lately, though he wrote last year from Rome and gave him a resume of his travels. William Crackanthorpe is a good companion. The pavilion is being rapidly built. Would like JH to accept hospitality at his house. Gives news of friends.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9827

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[3 November 1819]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.161
Summary:

Was pleased to receive JH's farewell letter. Would be glad when JH was in town if he would call on Gordon's father and mother. Has left copies of the translation of the Memoir of Mr. De La Harpe. Gives an extract of a letter from Naples.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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