From:
Lord John Russell
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[31 May 1839]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.436
Summary:
Asks permission to add JH's name to the body of fellows of London University.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
Showing 1–3 of 3 items
Asks permission to add JH's name to the body of fellows of London University.
Replies to JH's letter of 1839-12-10. States that George Napier has informed him that four positions are to be filled. Asks JH which candidates he would recommend.
Reticent to accept fellowship of London University if obligations of time and attention are too great. Requests more time to consider responsibilities of the post.