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Herschel2373

From:
Edward Sabine
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 April 1857]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.242
Summary:

Glad to know which of ES's papers JH has. Sends another along with maps from [Keith] Johnson's Physical Atlas. Discusses JH's ideas regarding relationship between solar spots and magnetic disturbances.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel2374

From:
Edward Sabine
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 April 1857]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.243
Summary:

Mentions [P.] Plantamour's memoir on barometer and a criticism by Mr. Dilams[?]. Comprehending why variations of magnetic disturbances correspond in period with terrestrial year is difficult.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel10927

From:
Henry James
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 April 1857]
Source of text:
RS:HS 10.273
Summary:

Is grateful for his valuable remarks on the various projections of the sphere. Thinks the projection devised by JH to be well suited for isothermal lines. Has constructed a chart of the polar regions for the same purpose. Will try JH's projection.

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John Herschel Project
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