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Herschel12623

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Babbage
Date:
[4 August 1814]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0048; Reel 1054
Summary:

Feigned reproach for CB's return to 'the Analytics.' Inquires about CB's 'Devonshire Ghost at Chudleigh.' Results of JH's chemistry experiments. Derides scientists who promote theory of 'akasch' as the one and only form of matter. Met Alexander Marcet in Greenwich.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel5077

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Babbage
Date:
[4 August 1814]
Source of text:
RS:HS 2.26 (C: RS:HS 20.17)
Summary:

Comments on the equation sent by CB. Has been experimenting with potassium.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel5079

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Babbage
Date:
[7 August 1814]
Source of text:
RS:HS 2.28 (C: RS:HS 20.18)
Summary:

Regarding CB's marriage. Possibility of a suitable situation for him.

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John Herschel Project
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