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From:
William Ritchie
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[13 September 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.360
Summary:

Introduces Miss Hope, who has been studying mathematics with WR. WR has made some curious discoveries in Voltaic electricity.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
William Ritchie
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[13 October 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.361
Summary:

Is a candidate for Rectorship of Ayr Academy. Asks for testimonial from JH. Having financial difficulties and must leave London.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
William Ritchie
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[8 November 1832]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.362
Summary:

Will offer himself as candidate for Professor of Natural Philosophy at University at Edinburgh. Asks JH for recommendation.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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