From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James Clark Ross
Date:
[29 March 1839]
Source of text:
RS Sa.646
Summary:
On instruments for fixed stations. Fears that naval expedition will be detained.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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On instruments for fixed stations. Fears that naval expedition will be detained.
Concerns about equipment for fixed observatories, for which aid will come from B.A.A.S., and for [naval] expedition. Expresses vital importance of meteorological observatory on Van Diemen's Land.
Describes method of suspending furniture in a ship such that the furniture is less influenced by the ship's motion.
Because of R.S.L. council meeting on Thursday, suggests Friday meeting with JL and several others.