On some changes to the report on paper by William Pole [see JH's 1859-4-24]. Describes some experiments carried out with colored 'prismatic' light.
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On some changes to the report on paper by William Pole [see JH's 1859-4-24]. Describes some experiments carried out with colored 'prismatic' light.
Additional comments on William Pole's paper [see JH's 1859-5-13]; adds comments lost from JH's paper on sound.
Sees no need for changes to the plates for Outlines Astr.
Thanks for several papers; JH describes article on telescopes he has prepared for the Encyclopaedia Britannica.
Discusses desirability of middle latitude stations in North America. Impressed by the work of [A. D.] Bache.
JH cannot attend Aberdeen [B.A.A.S.] meeting due to severe illness. Will try to sketch draft of response to application to British and foreign governments for cooperation in magnetic projects.
Requests information concerning a letter to the Treasury, which ES had asked JH to write, regarding funding for [meteorological] stations in Vancouver, Shanghai, Newfoundland, and the Falkland Islands.
Will accompany ES to Kew Observatory. Serving as legatee for the recently deceased Elizabeth Baily, sister of Francis Baily.
Reluctant to recommend undertaking major scientific projects in colonies at government expense. Believes situation there will work itself out.
Responds to GA's account of his tour [see GA's 1859-8-13] with interest, and adds a description of JH's poor health.
Outlines B.A.A.S.'s proposals regarding magnetic and meteorological observations, to be laid before Prince Albert.
Wishes JF success and rest in his new position [at St. Andrews].
Again admires WH's quaternions but begs that WH make them more accessible. Suggests book with rules clearly stated and examples relating them to ordinary problems.
Reports favorably on sections of WH's book [Elements of Quaternions] that JH read. Predicts its importance and wide circulation. Is too busy to read more now.
Expresses appreciation for JF's publication on glaciers.
Comments on paper on [Strati?-]friction of electric light.
Comments on WP's account of a meteor striking ground in America.
Makes arrangements for TM's visit.
[Responding to RA's 1859-4-16,] discusses the sun, Thomas Paine's theories, and the writing of Genesis.
Has found a temporary tenant for his house.