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Herschel9826

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[15 June 1819]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.160
Summary:

Has not heard from him lately, though he wrote last year from Rome and gave him a resume of his travels. William Crackanthorpe is a good companion. The pavilion is being rapidly built. Would like JH to accept hospitality at his house. Gives news of friends.

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John Herschel Project

Herschel8047

From:
Samuel Young
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[17 June 1819]
Source of text:
RS:HS 18.314
Summary:

Mineral apophyllite [Argentine spar]. Offers gems and minerals from India for JH's experiments. David Brewster's papers raise questions about polarized light. Describes microscope SY found.

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John Herschel Project
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