Further to reception of results from FA [see JH's 1848-12-23].
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Further to reception of results from FA [see JH's 1848-12-23].
The Equatorial has arrived safely at the Cape. William Mann has declined the position at Madras and G. R. Smalley offered his services. What does JH think? Encloses letter from Thomas Maclear and one for Lady Herschel.
Has at last received his letter and withdrawn the index.
Sending an extract from a letter dealing with magnetic and electrical instruments recently sent to Egypt for purposes of exploration.
Has just heard from Edward Sabine that there is still a vacancy at the Madras Observatory. Would like JH's support if he applies to the East India Company.
Thanks for the letter and his interest in the matter. Has written to W. H. Sykes relative to his astronomical qualifications.
Presenting A. T. D'Abbadie, who has made a voyage to Brazil. Remarks on JH's calorimeter.
Thanks to JH for the copy of JH's Cape Results.