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Herschel8609

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Henry Fitton
Date:
[8 July 1828]
Source of text:
Gerald M. Friedman
Summary:

Discusses atmospheric refraction, Francis Bacon's distinction between argument and testimony, and the manner in which the Board of Longitude was dissolved.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8638

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Francis Beaufort
Date:
[11 July 1828]
Source of text:
Huntington Library (C: RS:HS 21.15)
Summary:

[Richard] Taylor is very anxious that the Astronomical Society reconsider its decision to discontinue his services as printer of the Society's publications. Suggests presentation of a gift to William Stratford for his services as secretary of the Astronomical Society.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8679

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Henry Kater
Date:
[1 July 1828]
Source of text:
New South Wales State Library
Summary:

Has found some errors in the sheets of computations HK sent. Lists these. Comments on astronomical work of [William] Richardson and on the reading of 'The repeal of the Longitude Acts Bill.'

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9383

From:
Robert Everest
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[23 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.136
Summary:

Has given away all his drawings; all he has left is a small oil-color of Christiana. Comments on the scenery of Norway. Hopes the paintings will stimulate interest in a country of which he is very fond.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9423

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Michael Faraday
Date:
[21 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.176 & 21.20
Summary:

Hears that the Board of Longitude is to be dissolved; it will therefore be necessary to seek a new source of income for the continuance of the Optical Glass experiments. Will be guided by MF's wish whether to continue the experiments. Charles Anderson has showed him curious experiments with the fusion of Fluor with clay.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9424

From:
Michael Faraday
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[24 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.177
Summary:

The furnace is breaking away at the top, and he encloses Joshua Ramsay's estimate for its repair. Thinks the present a suitable time for the repairs. Would JH speak to the Council?

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9774

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Davies Gilbert
Date:
[21 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.113 (C: RS:HS 21.21)
Summary:

Understands the Board of Longitude has been dissolved. Wonders what the position now is regarding the Optical Glass Committee. Outlines his own views and would welcome DG's instructions.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9775

From:
Davies Gilbert
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[25 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.114
Summary:

Has just returned from an exhausting meeting. Has no doubt funds will still be available for the Optical Glass experiments. Has written to Michael Faraday.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9776

From:
Davies Gilbert
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.115
Summary:

Has had a note from J. W. Croker stating his willingness to help. Would like a sketch and details from Michael Faraday of the experiments now going on.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9810

From:
Joseph Goodall
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[21 July 1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.145
Summary:

Would like him to come to dinner next Saturday.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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