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Sending a paper in which he recommends JH's Prelim. Discourse; it is addressed chiefly to mechanics.
Has been working for a long time on the supposed influence of magnetism on chemical action. Outlines an experiment he has used to show whether magnetism affects chemical action; would like his comments.
Has written a letter to Mrs. James Maclaren and enclosed three orders of admission to the British Museum.
Wants to send JH a remembrance which his Aunt Caroline wanted JH to have. The obituaries in some of the papers are inadequate. The astronomical journals need to be provided with suitable information about Caroline Herschel.
Heard from George Bancroft that he was forwarding JH's book on the Southern Nebulae. Has not received it yet so presumes it must have been lost in transit. Sends some of his own astronomical papers for JH. Has made observations of Halley's Comet; gives details as he believes they are from a period for which JH lacks information.
Thanks for the account of the large meteor. Has not heard of its observation from anyone else. Has seen a remarkable solar phenomenon of which he encloses sketch and details. Intends building a larger observatory and taking a partner.
Will resume work on his 'Instructions' for the Admiralty Manual after the conclusions of his lectures. Will be able to forward it before the end of May.
'Confidential' Insists that CL honor JH's decision regarding R.S.L. office and drop subject.