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From:
Michael Faraday
To:
John Barlow
Date:
28 March 1845
Source of text:
SI D MS 554A
Summary:
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Contributor:
Faraday Project
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Chair of Astronomy in the University of Edinburgh is vacant. Has had the son of Capt. W. H. Sm[y]th recommended as a suitable candidate. Would like JH's views on the suitability of Sm[y]th for the position.
Testimonial to C. P. Smyth's dependability and competence as an astronomer.