From:
Francis Baily
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[29 January 1833]
Source of text:
RS:HS 3.114
Summary:
Must see him on an important matter.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
Must see him on an important matter.
Rev. Humphrey Lloyd's paper on conical refraction agreed with WH's conclusions.
Unsatisfied with H. W. Pickersgill as the person to paint JH's portrait. JH wants to consider further what to do.
Sending JH various publications. Reports that Richard Jones is giving his introductory letter. Congratulates JH on birth of an 'experimental philosopher' [JH's son William James].