From:
Caroline Lucretia Herschel
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[11 January 1830]
Source of text:
unknown
Summary:
Thrilled to be named godmother of JH's first child.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Thrilled to be named godmother of JH's first child.
Reports on good health and behavior of JH's new daughter, Caroline Emilia Herschel. Comments on Greek music and on recent results of the R.S.L. Glass Committee.
Sending a box to JH, containing chiefly books.
Been working on a new mirror for the 20-ft. telescope; very pleased with its performance. Asks CH to distribute his fourth catalog of double stars among the Prussian and German astronomers.
Wishes to learn if Isabella Stewart's health has declined.