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Herschel12788

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
John R. Hind
Date:
[6 October 1845]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0192; Reel 1054
Summary:

Rejoices that RH is studying orbit of Mu2 Bootis. Suggests way to simplify calculations. Compares orbits for Gamma Virginis calculated by various observers. Notice of systematic errors.

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John Herschel Project

Herschel10445

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
John R. Hind
Date:
[15 October 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.323 & 22.251
Summary:

Has been considering what principle should be followed in the computation of the orbits of double stars. Gives his views.

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John Herschel Project

Herschel10459

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
John R. Hind
Date:
[14 August 1847]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.337 & 22.325
Summary:

Obviously a ring of planets is being discovered. Congratulations on the discovery. Is the reading based on one night's observations only? Gives it a female name, possibly Iris.

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John Herschel Project
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