Microscopes installed successfully. Describes observation of second satellite of Jupiter transiting the disk of the planet and how it seemed to linger at the planet's edge.
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Microscopes installed successfully. Describes observation of second satellite of Jupiter transiting the disk of the planet and how it seemed to linger at the planet's edge.
Agrees to contribute to W. S. Stratford memorial presentation. Agrees with JH that Jupiter satellite observation was an optical illusion; sends sketches of more Jupiter observations. Sends data obtained with new instruments.
Mr. Stocken[?] has discovered a comet; have been unable to observe it due to poor weather.
Sends information on occultation of Alpha Tauri. Describes meteors sighted during the night of 12 Aug.
John Lee has obtained transit circle for Astronomical Society. WS suggests someone other than Thomas Maclear operate it so Maclear has time for occultation project. Details observations of aurora.