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From:
C. A. von Steinheil
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 June 1847]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.7
Summary:

Tells JH that his invitation to visit came too late. Regrets deeply not having the opportunity to meet, but expects to do so next year. Hopes to present two works to JH at that time. Mentions working with the talented P. L. Seidel, his assistant.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
C. A. von Steinheil
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 June 1847]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.8
Summary:

Tells JH of [P. L. von] Seidel's success in comparing luminosity of stars by means of a photometer. The results match those of JH. Sends JH a copy requesting that the form be ignored and it be communicated to the R.A.S.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project