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Herschel2562

From:
William Selwyn
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[8 October 1862]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.470
Summary:

Discusses problems with darkness on solar autographs and also the appearance of a white spot or 'ghost.' Cannot explain the 'notch' in the Aug. 4 autographs.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel2564

From:
William Selwyn
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[18 October 1862]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.472
Summary:

Will send requested half pictures. Notes that the 'ghost' always appears in the center of the plate. Discusses position lines and notches.

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John Herschel Project
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