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From:
Edward Joseph Lowe
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[27 February 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 11.318
Summary:

Encloses some sketches to show some remarkable changes in solar spots. Would he place the observations before the R.A.S. when finished with them.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Edward Joseph Lowe
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 March 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 11.319
Summary:

Has just received JH's letter giving details of an interesting auroral phenomenon. Has been experimenting with wire insulates. Henry Lawson has observed streams of red light resembling aurora.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Edward Joseph Lowe
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[10 April 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 11.320
Summary:

Has just published a small work to remove popular superstitions. Presents a copy to JH as a mark of respect.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Edward Joseph Lowe
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 November 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 11.321
Summary:

Sending printed notice appealing for funds to establish a Midland Observatory. Would like a word of encouragement from JH.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Edward Joseph Lowe
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[12 November 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 11.323
Summary:

Thanks for his letter regarding the proposed observatory. Points out some provisions he intends making for the observatory. Encloses extracts from letters favoring the scheme.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project