Comments on JH's laying to rest of William Herschel's 40-foot telescope.
Comments on JH's laying to rest of William Herschel's 40-foot telescope.
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Asks about closure of Hertford library and sale of its books; describes his rail journey to Kington area, ecstatic about outdoor pleasures of enjoying nature while land surveying; Chartists are gaining strength, ominous for nation.
Has read over all JH's report. Makes suggestions for alterations and omissions to bring it into line with the wishes of Council.
Presents the Smith, Elder & Co. account for the first number of the fourth part (now published) of the Zoology.
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Apologizes for not visiting Slough. Tells of difficulties of attempting to move his family to London.
Discusses corrections and title page of a report. Discusses the damage to Charles Riddell's instruments.
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Requests aid in obtaining materials for experiments, including metal ores.
Recalls earlier letter in which [EC] made suggestions to JH for improving Daguerreotype.
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As JH has tried many varnishes he wonders if he has ever tried shellac. Has tried it on specimens of brass. Many thanks for his invitation.
Confides that the past year has been 'a sombre one ... but not unhappy.'
Writing on behalf of John Russell, asks that JH inquire about the suitability of T. J. Paterson for a position teaching in the Government Schools at the Cape of Good Hope. Mentions Thomas McBean.
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Thanks JH for offer of financial assistance which he declines. Expresses concern over the impending decision concerning his pension. Discusses arrangements for his family's voyage to London.
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