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From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James South
Date:
[14 November 1826]
Source of text:
RS:HS B27.1
Summary:

Looked for JS to talk with him about the secretaryship of the R.S.L., specifically discussing Charles Babbage's position. JH would prefer to have JS nominate Babbage.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1250

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
James South
Date:
1826-11-[24-29]
Source of text:
RS:HS B27.15
Summary:

Urges JS not to insist on a minor point of dispute about the title of a prospective member. JH feels it is inappropriate and will simply reflect against Charles Babbage, who proposed this person for membership.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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