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Herschel14157

From:
Roderick Impey Murchison
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
n.d.
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0383.1; Reel 1087
Summary:

Mr. Simonoff desires to see [JH] and 'distinguished vicar.'

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel14159

From:
Roderick Impey Murchison
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[30 March 1868]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0384; Reel 1087
Summary:

Death of Pierce Butler. Recommended F. W. Holland, who has explored Palestine, to Henry James. RM has been too busy to keep track of survey fund.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1474

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[1832]
Source of text:
APS 509.L56.14
Summary:

Writes to inform RM of the arrival of Mr. Simonoff, director of the astronomical and magnetic observatory of Kasan, and indicates Mr. Simonoff's likely interests.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1567

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[30 January 1833]
Source of text:
BL Aaa 46126.400
Summary:

Unsatisfied with H. W. Pickersgill as the person to paint JH's portrait. JH wants to consider further what to do.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1568

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[30 April 1865]
Source of text:
BL Aaa 46126.402
Summary:

Criticizes the manuscript of Mr. Hickson [?] about meteorology, the diameter of the sun, and conditions at the North Pole. JH recommends against publishing the work without considerable editing.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1569

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[7 May 1865]
Source of text:
BL Aaa 46126.404
Summary:

Thanks RM for his interest in a possible position for JH's son Alexander. It now appears that the position will likely go to someone else, but there is so much work to be done in the meteorological office that another person, such as Alexander, would be ideal. Perhaps RM could put in a word for him.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1570

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
1865-5-7 or later
Source of text:
BL Aaa 46126.406
Summary:

JH's son Alexander is up for membership in the R.A.S., and JH would appreciate RM speaking in favor if the occasion arises. Introduces JH's son John to RM and his wife. Comments on the possibility of still finding [David] Livingstone alive in Africa.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1571

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[20 December 1870]
Source of text:
BL Aaa 46126.408
Summary:

Is pleased to hear of signs of recovery for RM from his ill health, and all wish him a complete recovery.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1881

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[1840 to 1846]
Source of text:
WT 67430.1
Summary:

Did not vote for RM's friend at the R.S.L. because JH missed the meeting. JH will also miss the next meeting of the Geological Society, as he is returning to Collingwood.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1905

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[3 September 1829]
Source of text:
WT B.3
Summary:

Urges RM to read The Times for the previous day.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3132

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[27 December 1838]
Source of text:
EUL:523/4/27
Summary:

Glad to see RM's geological labors on The Silurian System completed.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3162

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[16 March 1850]
Source of text:
EUL:Gen523/4/42 (ACCS: TxU:H/L-0270; Reel 1054)
Summary:

Thanks for clarifications on grant comments [see JH's 1850-3-14]. JH's work is plentiful and time is short, so wishes not to undertake public projects, like working on R.S.L. grant committee. Received RM's enclosure regarding Russian Academy. Has heard nothing about medal committee.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3171

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[15 February 1850]
Source of text:
EUL:Gen523/4/39 (ACCS: TxU:H/L-0269; Reel 1054)
Summary:

Proposes priorities for allocating £1000 granted to R.S.L. by government. Disagrees with RM and Edward Sabine; R.S.L. should not assume responsibility for observatory or any other permanent institution.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3179

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[18? July] 1852
Source of text:
EUL:Gen 523/6
Summary:

Interested in RM's statements on various subjects, including gold diggings and the 'declension of California Produce.'[?]

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3192

From:
Roderick Impey Murchison
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[2 March 1856]
Source of text:
RS MM.16.128
Summary:

Describes proceedings of government aid distribution committee meeting. JH's letter was so well-received JH was elected committee member. Asks JH to write example-illustrated report of resolutions and to be committee's orator.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3196

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[1846-4-26 or earlie
Source of text:
EUL:Gen523/4/44
Summary:

Suggests dates for upcoming B.A.A.S. meeting that will allow time to get report on Kew Observatory and committee meeting.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3204

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[8 October 1844]
Source of text:
EUL:Gen 1425/393
Summary:

Gratefully accepts role as President Elect for 1845 B.A.A.S. meeting.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3226

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[17 April 1844]
Source of text:
EUL:Gen 1425/392 (C: RS:HS 12.405 & 22.189)
Summary:

Appreciates foresight, but cannot commit to be president of B.A.A.S. meeting at Cambridge in summer of 1846. Date is too far away; personal and domestic commitments are pressing.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3235

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Roderick Impey Murchison
Date:
[10 March 1846]
Source of text:
EUL:Gen523/4/31
Summary:

Has unsuccessfully tried to get in touch with [Hugh] Falconer and Falconer's publisher about obtaining further government aid for Falconer's research. Hopes RM, JH's fellow B.A.A.S. committee member, can help.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3245

From:
Roderick Impey Murchison
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[15 March 1856]
Source of text:
RS MM.16.129
Summary:

Discusses JH's resolution regarding distribution of government grants, which Committee adopted but R.S.L. Council opposed. Relays in great detail proceedings and decisions of meeting.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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