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Herschel14739

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[5 February 1851]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0931; Reel 1083
Summary:

JG's health. Rejoices that JH and family are residing at Harley Street. Doubts that Alfred Smee's 'reasoning machine' is any more attractive than was Smee's electro-biology. Results of recent tests for magnetic power in human body. Insufficient data to answer question of gold standard. JG's groom was injured in accident.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12751

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James A. Gordon
Date:
[7 February 1851]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0168; Reel 1054
Summary:

Expresses deep appreciation for JG's loan of £500 to JH in difficult period. Sorry to hear of JG's suffering.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9862

From:
James A. Gordon
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[9 February 1851]
Source of text:
RS:HS 8.196
Summary:

Obedience is better than sacrifice. Is progressing slowly. Hopes to visit JH at Harley St. soon.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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