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From:
Edward Sabine
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 September 1868]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.287
Summary:

Wants information regarding undulatory theory of light controversy and the role of Lord [Henry ] Brougham for his obituary. Congratulates good performance of JH's son [John?] in India.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
William Selwyn
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 September 1868]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.503
Summary:

Discusses the great reflector at Lord Rosse's in Ireland. Will send solar autographs JH requested. Thanks JH for the hints about the Julian Calendar.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project