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Herschel8306

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[William Radcliffe Birt]
Date:
[26 April 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.112
Summary:

Delighted by Prince Albert's benefaction to [WB]. Curious results by [Robert Hunt] may lead to 'chemical discoveries of a new order.' Gratified by attention given JH's testimonial for Hunt.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8307

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[William Radcliffe Birt]
Date:
[11 August 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.113
Summary:

Parcel arrived safely. Will examine it with interest.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8308

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[William Radcliffe Birt]
Date:
[1 September 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.114
Summary:

WB's wave models show that barometer observations will reveal atmospheric dynamics like astronomical observations revealed planetary orbits. Encourages WB to seek simple method of temperature corrections applicable to all barometers. Offers possible mechanism. Send results to B.A.A.S quickly. Will send WB's letter to [Magnetical and Meteorological] Committee.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8369

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[William Radcliffe Birt]
Date:
2?] September [1844
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.168
Summary:

Omitted important detail yesterday in JH's description of self-compensating barometer. Columns must be variable, not constant.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel8309

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
[William Radcliffe Birt]
Date:
[14 September 1844]
Source of text:
RS:HS 19.115
Summary:

Sent WB's paper and models to [B.A.A.S. meeting in] York, to be included in report of [Magnetical and] Meteorological Committee.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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