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The health of Mrs. Jones is slowly improving. Picked up the enclosed medal a little while ago. Believes the reverse depicts the scaffolding of Sir William Herschel's telescope.
Glad to inform JH that there are no fees or expenses involved in being made a Knight Commander. Has had little leisure himself for scientific pursuits due to being Rector of the University.
Comments on the death of a mutual [?] acquaintance. Adds additional information about ancient constellations [see CP's 1841-10-29]. Complains about editors, publishers, and others who do not take CP's work seriously. [Many parts of this letter illegible.]
Encloses [C. H.] Paravey's letter [see HR's 1841-10-20].
System of meteorological observation works well but no English station. AQ is willing to publish results in England if need be. Points out additional observers for September.
Discusses meteorological observations. Stations increased from 26 to 28. Talks about 36 hours versus 24 hours periodical observations and asks for JH's opinion.
Forwards from Edward Sabine resolution of council regarding JH's appointment to committee considering use of building formerly occupied by Kew Observatory.
Sends his work Pantology, or a Systematic Survey of Human Knowledge for JH's inspection.
Regarding the missing picture [RS:HS.2.297].
Regarding the method of printing the R.A.S.'s Star Catalogue. Which star distances are they to use, North Polar or in declination?
Finds that JH has not changed his mind on star distance terminology. Progress on the preparation of the star catalogue. Regarding T. G. Taylor's Madras Observations.
Has found a Chinese map of the heavens in Chusan, which he forwards. Comments on the flora and fauna of Chusan.