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From:
Darwin, H. E.
To:
Darwin, W. E.
Date:
[March 1864]
Source of text:
DAR 210.6: 116
Summary:
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Contributor:
Darwin Family Letters
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Cites quotation from Cape Results proving that JH invented the diagonal solar eyepiece. Discusses RH's claim. Note to JH accompanies this letter.
Doubts the claim that Auguste Comte has significantly influenced English scientists. Asks whether JH believes Comte has influenced JH or others. Asks whether it is more difficult to calculate the moon's motion or the motion of a projectile through a resisting medium.
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