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Herschel9551

From:
James David Forbes
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 December 1832]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.280
Summary:

Returned suddenly from the continent and found JH's letter to his brother awaiting him. Outlines his reason for applying for the vacant post at the University and would welcome a testimonial from JH. Brewster is his chief rival. Gives a few observations on his recent trip to the continent.

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John Herschel Project

Herschel9552

From:
James David Forbes
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[13 December 1832]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.281
Summary:

Is sorry to trouble him again but would like a letter from JH that he can print with his testimonials, as David Brewster has now printed JH's letter, also [William?] Ritchie. Awaits the results before setting out for Europe.

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