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Herschel12589

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Eilhard Mitscherlich
Date:
[2 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.16
Summary:

Of isomorphic crystals and their varying behavior in response to heat, and of double stars.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3494

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Samuel Stratford
Date:
[2 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.17
Summary:

Comments on a number of astronomical matters including double stars, awarding of medals, and on the elements of [Halley's] comet.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8375

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Francis Beaufort
Date:
[5 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.174 (C: RS:HS 21.88)
Summary:

Remarks by JH on proof sheet of Henry Taylor's catalog of circumpolar stars observed by Stephen Groombridge. Why is Gerard Moll, a foreigner, engaged in purely English controversy? JH wants no part of Charles Babbage and James South in this matter. Regrets JH's earlier statements. Sends extract from [Richard] Copeland's letter.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1026

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Vernon Harcourt
Date:
[5 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.18
Summary:

Favors concept of organization [B.A.A.S.] to guide scientific research and disseminate discoveries, but doubts that one is possible. Particular societies promoting special subjects are more likely to succeed. Anyone devoted to promoting such societies will have little time for research. Prefers to follow JH's own pursuits. Does not know James South's opinion.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel5318

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Babbage
Date:
[13 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 2.265
Summary:

Is sending mirror in perfect state for Vincenzio Antinori at Florence, together with his letter. Regarding Gerard Moll's book. Has no time to spare to attend the [B.A.A.S.] meeting at York.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1027

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Francis Beaufort
Date:
[13 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.19
Summary:

Grieved to hear of Fearon Fallows broken state of health; in response to FB's request, JH reviews a number of possible candidates to succeed Fallows.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

SOMERVILLE254

From:
John Herschel
To:
William Somerville
Date:
16 Sep 1831
Source of text:
HS 16.393, RS
Summary:

No summary available.

Contributor:
Brigitte Stenhouse

Herschel2701

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Somerville
Date:
[16 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.393 (ACCS: RS:HS 25.2.20)
Summary:

Discusses feelings about offer of knighthood. Is ambivalent. Praises the Chancellor's [Henry Brougham's] interest in science.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1028

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Walter Forman
Date:
20] September [1831
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.22 (damaged portion of letter at RS:HS 25.2.20b)
Summary:

Still relating to the manuscript of WF's not yet returned to him [see JH's 1831-7-28], JH explains very carefully how it was sent back and where WF should look for it. [Correspondence books contain a shorter version, partly torn out.]

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9080

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Whewell
Date:
[20 September 1831]
Source of text:
TC, Camb. Add. Ms.a.20722 (C: RS:HS 25.2.21)
Summary:

Thanks WW for his favorable review of JH's Prelim. Discourse. Vernon Harcourt has asked JH for his views on the establishment of a B.A.A.S. Expresses some support but numerous reservations. Responds favorably to WW's suggestion that prominent scientists prepare surveys of their specialties for the meeting.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8608

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Henry Fitton
Date:
[21 September 1831]
Source of text:
Gerald M. Friedman
Summary:

Is sending sketches, etc., from his field book made while visiting the Isle of Wight. Disagrees with some of WF's representations.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

SOMERVILLE258

From:
John Herschel
To:
William Somerville
Date:
30 Sep 1831
Source of text:
HS 16.396, RS
Summary:

No summary available.

Contributor:
Brigitte Stenhouse

Herschel1029

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Francis Beaufort
Date:
30] September [1831
Source of text:
RS:HS 25.2.23
Summary:

Expresses JH's preferences with respect to the appointment of the Cape Observatory astronomer in terms of the choices available [Follow-up letter to JH's 1831-9-13].

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel2704

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Somerville
Date:
[30 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.396 (draft: RS:HS 16.397; C: RS:HS 21.89)
Summary:

Will not oppose the the wishes of the Chancellor [Henry Brougham] concerning JH being knighted, especially if this might benefit science. Will visit Chancellor to thank him.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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