Invites TM to come see Halley's Comet in JH's large reflector. JH reports his observations of the comet.
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Invites TM to come see Halley's Comet in JH's large reflector. JH reports his observations of the comet.
Requests meteorological observations from JH for compilation of data for 1835. Trouble getting refracting telescope for Asiatic Society.
Formally thanks JH on behalf of the Asiatic Society for astronomical memoirs and observations of the satellites of Uranus.
Has sent copies of various star catalogues. Regarding the Brisbane Catalogue and its accuracy. R.A.S. has awarded JH its medal. J. J. Littrow and the appearance of the comet.
His recent work. Star readings. JH has been elected a member of the Academy of Palermo.
Botanical and meteorological queries. Sends meteorological observations.
Found comet in Scorpio this morning. Gives map and description. Something wrong with reflector. 'Paarl expenses.' Describes puff adder captured by Dr. Guerd. Glad that Stone is doing well.
Sending WT some seeds. Had hoped to send some bulbs.
Discusses the 'Moon Hoax' and JH's observations of Halley's Comet.
Alphonse de Candolle would like some information on the region where JH is now residing [at the Cape]. Has read about JH's voyage and his work on the constellations. Gives his own recent astronomical observations.
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