Sends barometer readings.
Sends barometer readings.
Print of [Leonhard] Euler's portrait has been made. Copy being sent to JH.
Glad JH is reviewing advancement of science by R.S.L. members. Disappointed that little was accomplished in certain areas where more was expected.
Sends data from Harbour Office; discusses observation of the tides.
Explains why his paper on color vision took the artist, dyer, etc., point of view rather than that of scientific chromatology. Willing to investigate a more scientific approach and asks permission for another visit.
Encloses, for JH's corrections, proofs of JH's reply to Lord Overstone's questions.
A note of thanks upon receipt of a copy of JH's Cape Results.
Encloses proof of revision of JH's reply to Lord Overstone's questions. Will print 25 to 50 copies. Does JH's report on Canadian currency to House of Commons contain anything new that commissioners should know about?
Does not quite understand JH's note; can he clarify the reading he requires? Comments on his readings on thunderstorms.
On gold and other monetary matters.
Hopes that reports he has heard of his health are unfounded. The wing of the infirmary has been completed.
Hopes his health is improving. Where can he find the article expressing adjectives in algebraic symbols? Went to the R.A.S. in July and found much as usual. Mrs. De M. now at Hythe with the children. Elizabeth Baily appears to be in excellent health.
Regrets deeply having missed seeing JH. Sends greetings to JH's family. Enjoyed trip around British Isles. Will now continue scientific work.
Plans to visit JH next week [to discuss color blindness].
Will bring [M. E.] Chevreul's color diagrams and new spectrum representation when he visits JH; confirms mode and date of arrival.
Thanks for the gift of the book. Regarding some financial affairs of JH.
Thanks Herschels for their hospitality and tells about layers of volcanic ash encountered on a walk.
Has received the letter and invitation. Will travel to Etchingham station and walk to Collingwood.
Is honored by his kind invitation to visit him, which he hopes to accept. Has great respect for JH's work.
Will send JS's treatise; wishes could offer something 'more intrinsically valuable' as token of gratitude for everything.