Thanks for the memorandum about the lion. Recounts tale about Emperor Hadrian; mentions Joseph Butler, Samuel Butler, and family health problems. Glad that JS recovered from 'ugly accident.'
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Thanks for the memorandum about the lion. Recounts tale about Emperor Hadrian; mentions Joseph Butler, Samuel Butler, and family health problems. Glad that JS recovered from 'ugly accident.'
Comments on GS's 1865-6-1.
Returns a paper on Indian meteorology, as he cannot devote time to it.
Reviews 'Hughes Map of the World.' Questions on India [H.E.I.C.] investments.
Has been kept informed of the illness of Sir John William Lubbock by JH's daughter [Matilda] Rose. Hears things are now more serious and proposes to bring Rose home to Collingwood.
Comments on the preparation of an article on light by JH for publication in Good Words.
Discusses negotiations between government and R.S.L. regarding Meteorological Departments of Board of Trade.