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From:
William Henry Smyth
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[7 June 1831]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0490.1; Reel 1093
Summary:

Prof. Barlow's paper on 'fluid refractor' leaves WS doubting JH's report of Beta Capricorni.

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John Herschel Project

Herschel4462

From:
William Henry Smyth
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[23 October 1831]
Source of text:
RS:HS 16.244
Summary:

Pleased that JH has received knighthood. Observes Alpha1 Capricorni in attempts to see a double star. Thanks JH for double star observation outlines; asks for a 'large supply' of them.

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John Herschel Project
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