Has WW received a packet of letters for the magnetism committee, which packet was circulating.
Has WW received a packet of letters for the magnetism committee, which packet was circulating.
The dying Francis Baily remains alive, 'sustained by the amazing quantity of food he takes.'
Regarding F. W. Bessel's letter on the irregularity of proper motion in stars. Is it worth printing Nevil Maskelyne's observations on star places?
Although the dying Francis Baily sleeps all day and has not eaten, he remains calmly alive.
Urges GA to print any of John Pond's and Nevil Maskelyne's observations that seem free from serious error [see GA's 1844-8-28].
To the surprise of all, the dying Francis Baily still lives.
Requests JH's opinion on whether to attempt to obtain a grave in Westminster Abbey for the deceased president of the Astronomical Society [Francis Baily].
Reports gentle death of Francis Baily.
Have received the packet of 'magnetic letters' and passed them to George Peacock. Will attend the York B.A.A.S. meeting.