Of family news, health, and an eclipse of the moon [letter completed 1834-1-8].
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Of family news, health, and an eclipse of the moon [letter completed 1834-1-8].
Of dreams and illness.
Hopes he received his Essay on the Primitive Standard. Arrived at Simon's Town on Tuesday and hopes to call on JH before he departs.
Poem in honor of JH's arrival at Cape of Good Hope.
Feels uneasy giving response to members of expedition into interior, who requested government instruments, until TM hears from Admiral [Frederick] Warren and judges expedition's chances for success. Asks JH's opinion.
Is sorry they were unable to see the Herschels but would be happy to dine at Feldhausen.
Would like him to attend a small dinner party on Monday next.
Leaving part of his manuscript on alphabets. Will be a meeting at his house and would be pleased if JH would come and give his views.
Recognizing the limitations of DS's medical education and DS's location in India as well as JH's superior learning, DS requests that his brother-in-law (JH) recommend to him a 'course of study' suitable to DS's situation and needs.