From:
P. H. Holland
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[19 October 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.444
Summary:
Would like JH's advice on the setting up of a professorship in memory of John Dalton.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Would like JH's advice on the setting up of a professorship in memory of John Dalton.
Comments on the pros and cons of a statue or professorship in memory of John Dalton. Would favor a professorship. Thinks the rules should be amended. Knows a good man for the position.
Is grateful for his letter concerning the proposed professorship. Outlines some of the alterations he proposes to submit to the Council. Hopes to raise a subscription of £5,000 to £6,000. Offer a salary of £200 per annum. Encloses the newspaper articles.