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From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1828]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.382
Summary:

Introduces [Dionysius] Lardner, who is a mathematician. Asks how [John] Brinkley's collimators succeeded.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 March 1832]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.374
Summary:

Introduces Edward Cooper, who has second largest telescope in the world [after JH]. Asks JH to assist Cooper. Discusses various astronomical issues and instruments.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[21 October 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.375
Summary:

Discusses B.A.A.S. resolution regarding the Cape observatory. Wants accurate drawings of nebulae to attempt to ascertain change. Wants JH to petition government to get reflector at Cape.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1 November 1849]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.377
Summary:

Did not wish JH to join application to government [see TR's 1849-10-21 & JH's 1849-10-27]. Committee hoped JH would help carry plan out if funding were secured. Doubts private funding will be given.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[27 May 1850]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.379
Summary:

Members of B.A.A.S. doubt private funding for telescope will be forthcoming soon [see see TR's 1849-10-21, JH's 1849-10-27, & TR's 1849-11-1]. Will apply to government for funds. Asks JH's advice regarding telescope design.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[19 September 1867]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.380
Summary:

Asks JH to sign memorial for [John?] Stevelly. Discusses excited reaction to [Michel] Chasles claims regarding Blaise Pascal and Isaac Newton.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
Thomas Romney Robinson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[20 August 1869]
Source of text:
RS:HS 14.381
Summary:

Sends 'first fruits' of Melbourne telescope in form of a letter from [A.] LeSueur and [R. L. J.] Ellery. Includes discussion of nebulae.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project