From:
Thomas Maclear
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[20 September 1835]
Source of text:
RS:HS 12.76
Summary:
On the evening on which JH was at the Observatory, he believes he observed Encke's Comet; gives details. Searched this morning for Halley's Comet, without success. Rejoices to hear that G. B. Airy has been secured for the public service. No news from England.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project