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Herschel1638

From:
Richard Sheepshanks
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1841]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.124
Summary:

Argues that John Hind is sick from too much observing, and should be given funds to take an extended vacation.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3672

From:
Richard Sheepshanks
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[24 June 1841]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.15
Summary:

Reports on Francis Baily's accident and his progress. JH's 'stars' were brought to the R.A.S. and examined by Baily. Mrs. G. B. Airy's health improving. Notes William Whewell's planned marriage.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel3674

From:
Richard Sheepshanks
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 June 1841]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.17
Summary:

Updates Francis Baily's medical condition, noting that it is more serious than RS had thought. Thinks [James] Basire missed JH's meaning. Suggests how to improve the engraving, perhaps using pewter. Explains that he wants the catalogue to serve the needs of expeditions.

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John Herschel Project
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