Acknowledges receipt of Royal Observatory's astronomical, meteorological, and magnetic observations for 1863.
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Acknowledges receipt of Royal Observatory's astronomical, meteorological, and magnetic observations for 1863.
A letter of introduction on behalf of the Prescott family.
Offers solutions to some of the problems in BP's Infinitesimal Calculus about which BP asked [see BP's 1865-10-28]. Raises a problem in probability theory regarding archery targets for BP.
Asks that AS show JH's son Alexander around Norwich when he arrives there. Reflects on changes in geology. Has finished hexameter Iliad translation.
Has noted that Josef Stefan of the Vienna Academy of Sciences holds views on light and its polarization similar to GA's [see GA's 1865-10-30]. Agrees with GA's correction of an essay on Julius Caesar's landing in Britain.
Approves of GA's development of a new type of eyepiece for use with the Royal Observatory's transit circle telescope.
Is grateful for his valuable work on the Coal question. Such a work has been long wanted. Used to have a theory himself that the tides might be utilized, but working it out found it was not economic.
Sends Book XXIV of JH's Iliad translation. Pleased with his translation, but worries whether a publisher will take it. JH's daughter Maria enjoyed visiting WW; daughter Amelia arriving soon.
Thanks WW for and comments on his suggestions on JH's translation of Book XXIV of Homer's Iliad.