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Herschel11043

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[2 October 1848]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.383
Summary:

Col. Ouseley had a son at Addiscombe. Has ascertained the relative value of the various branches of study in the final examination. Gives table of values. Hears that military drawing puzzles some. Children are well. If Johnny [Herschel] draws as well as Louisa [Herschel] at 14 he will do well.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11044

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[5 January 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.384
Summary:

Has mislaid a piece of paper on the Addiscombe examinations that he intended sending to JH. Appear to be some changes in policy. Has taken a house in Grosvenor Place for one or two months. The Commission is not yet out.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11045

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[12 June 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.385
Summary:

Before he can exchange appointment of Willy [Herschel] he must find out what his present appointment is. Still thinks of going to St. Leonards and hopes to call on the Herschels. Would like Maria Edgeworth's last letter; misses her very much. Should cultivate Angelica.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11047

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[18 November 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.386
Summary:

Mrs. Jones has lately lost a sister-in-law, which accounts for her laxness in correspondence. Will search his index for an article on the average Englishman. Tour through France and Switzerland was a great success. Feels much better for it.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11048

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 August 1851]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.387
Summary:

JH's exertions and friendship are a treasure. Will visit them on Monday next.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11050

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[15 June 1853]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.388
Summary:

Has begged Edward Ryan to see JH and have a consultation about some of RJ's affairs, which he would like to settle. Pleased to hear that Willy [Herschel] is doing so well.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel11051

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[23 June 1853]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.389
Summary:

Wished Edward Ryan to consult JH regarding [G. H. Gordon (4th Earl of Aberdeen)]. as he knows him better. Will not make any move until he has consulted Sir James Graham. Unable to manage Monday, but any day after will suit him. Mrs. Jones is very depressed and needs a change of air.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel14090

From:
Richard Jones
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 August 1853]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0308; Reel 1087
Summary:

Still holds opinion that RJ expressed last night, but would speak to Lord A. [Aberdeen?] soon if RJ does not hear from Lord A.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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