From:
John Stevelly
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[28 August 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.232
Summary:
Thanks extensively for JH's expression of approval. Rejoices in JH's acquaintanceship.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
Thanks extensively for JH's expression of approval. Rejoices in JH's acquaintanceship.
Asks whether JH's committee will consider Belfast as a location for B.A.A.S.'s catalog of stars. Remembers clearly JH's quote about Neptune. Thinks JH should not yield to the French in calling Uranus so.
Encloses note from [W. P.] Wilson explaining need for astronomical instruments for instructing advanced students at Belfast. Asks JH's advice. Congratulations on JH's appointment to Mastership of Mint. [JH annotation: Suggests appropriate instruments.]