Is sending through John Blunt a copy of the last geological report of the state of New York along with a short paper on the tornado that passed through the state of New Jersey in June 1835.
Is sending through John Blunt a copy of the last geological report of the state of New York along with a short paper on the tornado that passed through the state of New Jersey in June 1835.
Relates discussion with [Hussey] Vivian on magnetic survey of Africa and Treasury support thereof. Discusses administration of various stations.
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Sends pamphlet for JH from Philadelphia. Author [E. P.] Mason died at the early age of 22. Believes he used a Herschelian telescope. Has been a mild winter in Boston.
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Returns Mr Kemp’s paper on the morrains of the Tweed and the Gala.
Suggests a resolution of a small amount of money having to do with the exchange of some chairs; also asks about a dining room table.
Thanks recipient for finding reference on carbonate of lime. Doubtful when he will publish his geological memoranda.
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Outlines advantages of placing magnetometers for Hammerfest Observatory at Edward Sabine's disposal, so that he can instruct those going to Toronto and the Cape in their use.
Sends book on Samothracian mysteries. Mentions article by [C. B.] Hafe. Suggests JH ask [William] Whewell to review the article in Quarterly Review.
Apologizes for illness preventing him from coming to Collingwood; comments on the South African political picture, and AS's intention to retire.
Seeks clarification from JH about a number of matters in the draft report of the Standards Commission [see JH's 1841-5-12 or earlier].
Invites JH to dinner if possible, or later if not at present possible.
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Comments on additional proposals for consideration by the Standards Commission [see JH's 1841-3-20 or later].
Is in London studying English criminal law. EM was pleased with his visit with JH, and will be telling JH's aunt Caroline about it when he returns to Hanover.
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