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What would JH like done with the column 'Equinoctial Time' in the Nautical Almanac?
Outlines the changes he would like to see in the column for Equinoctial Time in the Nautical Almanac.
Regrets he has been wrongly styled F.R.S. Comments on the projected Lawson Observatory at Nottingham and the high value placed on the instruments. Outlines his plan for the Equinoctial Time column in the Nautical Almanac.
Invitation to dinner for Friday next.
Asks for William Lassell's address in Malta, as JH's son, William, may be able to stop in to visit Lassell.
Has begged Edward Ryan to see JH and have a consultation about some of RJ's affairs, which he would like to settle. Pleased to hear that Willy [Herschel] is doing so well.
Wished Edward Ryan to consult JH regarding [G. H. Gordon (4th Earl of Aberdeen)]. as he knows him better. Will not make any move until he has consulted Sir James Graham. Unable to manage Monday, but any day after will suit him. Mrs. Jones is very depressed and needs a change of air.
Thanks GS for his paper on fluorescent spectra; JH is interested in having these rays used on quartz, hoping to find his 'thermic' rays acting.
If the Herschels intend visiting the B.A.A.S. meeting at Liverpool he will be pleased to accommodate them.
Thanks for his kind invitation. Returns to Paris on Thursday or Friday. Best wishes to Lady Herschel.
Has heard of a projected attack on the Henry Lawson instruments at the Observatory. Would like a line from JH on the value of the instruments. Has written to W. R. Dawes, [John?] Lee, and W. H. Smyth.
Recommends John Goldsmith for position of supernumerary clerk in Mint office.
Hardly likes to trouble him to read the enclosed. Gives his views on the gold question.
Comments on the currency. Thinks it would be feasible to share tutors for their children as the name of JH would attract men with superior ability.
Has just heard that Caroline Herschel is to marry the Hon. Mr. Gordon. Sends her his best wishes. This week TM hopes to commence the alteration to the circle room.