From:
A. B. Orlebar
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[15 January 1846]
Source of text:
RS:HS 13.181
Summary:
Circular Magnetic results. Observations of solar spots. Determining Longitude.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Circular Magnetic results. Observations of solar spots. Determining Longitude.
Has procured some glass rod fit for the experiment. Comments on the results. [Robert] Hunt has been working on crystallization and magnets and has told him of JH's interest. Grieves to hear of his illness. His paper in JH's hands will be left for the time being until he has more time.
Regarding a botanical garden at the Cape and suitable staff. Would like to join with JH in a memorial to the Colonial Office.
Observatory work slowed since William Mann's absence due to head injury. C. P. Smyth's replacement not yet arrived. Regrets lack of assistants; wants to complete triangulation at Bushman Flat.