Showing 1–16 of 16 items
Ask WL's permission to make reference to WL's sighting of the seventh satellite of Saturn in JH's observations of all the satellites of Saturn.
Is little conversant in physiology so is unable to discuss GH's theories. Suggests some alterations to the text of the article.
Sends what JH has written on F. W. Bessel.
Is thinking of publishing a new edition of Examples in the calculus of finite differences. Would like his views on this.
Has heard that the R.A.S. council's 'no-medal resolution' has produced much dissatisfaction, which will not disappear by a general vote supporting the acts of the council. Thinks that the course adopted is wrong. If the council will not reconsider in favor of a positive conclusion, JH suggests that the issue be raised in a general meeting of the R.A.S. and that its decision be accepted with 'alacrity.' Holds himself free, as President, from any obligation to uphold 'in speaking or writing' whatever decision results.
Discusses Neptune discovery controversy; believes both scientists should receive medals.
About the dispute in the R.A.S. over awarding its medal(s) after discovery of Neptune.
Comments on the unsatisfactory [to JH] resolution regarding the awarding of the annual R.A.S. medal.
Has learned of more dissatisfaction with the R.A.S. council's decision regarding awarding its medal. Because the council rejected the proposal to give more than one medal, the decision to medalize no one was a logical consequence. Expects the matter will be raised in the general meeting. Wants some positive conclusion, not a negative one. Restates his original position that medals ought go to both, with care taken in the wording so as to avoid national rivalry.
Proposes that R.A.S. award medals regarding the discovery of Neptune to both U. J. J. Leverrier and J. C. Adams, giving first honors to Leverrier, and specifying distinctly the grounds for awarding the second. Hopes his resolution will not be seen as blaming anyone and that it will have a 'healing and a friendly effect.'
Continuing to try to resolve the medal problem [see GA's 1847-2-9].
Has written G. B. Airy stating his approval of having JH's statement favoring awarding two R.A.S. medals read. Wants to be fair to U. J. J. Leverrier, and does not want to 'stultify' the existing council. Is enclosing a copy of his note to Airy.
Has written to G. B. Airy requesting that at the R.A.S. meeting, Airy show RS the note JH wrote to him. Announces 'LV's' [U. J. J. Leverrier's] election as an associate of the R.A.S.
Informs JE what would be the cost for transcription of the G. W. Leibniz letter requested by JE [see JH's [1846]-11-5]. Mentions controversy over discovery of Neptune.
Has discovered a flaw in the theory of actinometer observations. Realizes that JH's actinometer observations at the Cape may be useless and that observations made at Government and East India observatories should be suspended.
Expresses opinions about the medal fiasco at the R.A.S., and in so doing, also defends G. B. Airy. JH is very concerned about the mean attacks being made on various people over the Neptune discovery controversy. Makes especially strong statements in a PS written on Feb. 21.