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From:
Thomas Maclear
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[2 November 1837]
Source of text:
RS:HS 12.109
Summary:

Gives a list of the close Polar stars. Started last night to observe the stars on JH's list but was put off by JH's right ascensions. Will observe each star again this night. John Fairbairn cannot divest himself of the apprehension of danger to Andries Stockenström.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Thomas Maclear
Date:
[1837-11-2 or 3]
Source of text:
unknown
Summary:

Reports that Dr. Andrew Smith received a grant of £1500 from the British government.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project