Answer to FB's queries regarding chronometers.
Answer to FB's queries regarding chronometers.
Is pressed by work, but will come to London if needed; domestic matters brought up to date.
Describes Tierra del Fuego and Cape Horn; was reminded of hours at Barmouth; chafes at the length of the trip.
Hopes the Whigs will do away with slavery – has seen enough of it and Negroes to be disgusted with the lies heard in England.
Intends to visit WS after attending Cambridge B.A.A.S. meeting.
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Will be able to receive JH during Cambridge trip.
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Inquires about the time when WP will paint JH's portrait and about the costs involved.
Outlines possible program for Wednesday.
Would like his opinion on the enclosed plan regarding chronometers.
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His son Thomas has set out for France and he himself is in London to see the passage of a bill through Parliament. Would be grateful for letters of introduction to M.P.'s with which JH is acquainted.
Regarding Society matters. Small parcel has arrived for JH.
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Has sent to Francis Baily a copy of his Sailing Directions and a roll of charts. Hopes JH will point out any errors he may note.
Introducing A. T. D'Abbadie, one of his scientific friends.
Sharing some good and some bad news.
As he leads a roving life he did not receive JH's letter until a few days ago. Answers JH's problem concerning some method of measurement in his surveying.
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