Returns with many thanks E. C. Hawtrey's translations from Homer and Kallinos. Both are beautifully done. Comments on these and the meters suitable for English ears.
Returns with many thanks E. C. Hawtrey's translations from Homer and Kallinos. Both are beautifully done. Comments on these and the meters suitable for English ears.
About organization of the executive of the R.A.S.
Comments on the intention of a friend of WF to write a work on geography. JH's son William was ill and at home and had commented on WF's son.
Asks JH to report on whether and why JH thinks J. D. Forbes's paper on transparency of atmosphere and solar range worthy of Royal Medal.
Is visiting Dr. [Richard?] Hobson, where JH has met some European scientists, such as F. W. Bessel and G. A. Erman; JH anticipates they will come to visit at Collingwood.
Reduction of barometer curves is nearly complete. Must have all papers within two weeks to prepare for B.A.A.S. meeting.