Is extremely obliged for his prompt reply to his query regarding a suitable site for his observatory. Outlines the kind of residence he would like.
Is extremely obliged for his prompt reply to his query regarding a suitable site for his observatory. Outlines the kind of residence he would like.
Sends proof sheets of the preface to the Star catalogue of the B.A.A.S., together with a few amendments. Has not sent the catalogue to press yet.
Letter writing has been delayed by the crush of other business. Comments on names for various aspects of heat, light, color, and phlogiston. JH describes the actions in his 'amphitype' process. Is looking forward to RH's forthcoming work on photography.
Discusses sending HD lice specimens. Asks him to check with G. R. Waterhouse.
No summary available.
Describes the fire at the gas works in Cupar.
Has been on visit with Hugh Miller to Dura Den.
Justification for his nomenclature in the star catalogue.
Comments about the uses of a meridian telescope.
Discusses books returned
and invites him to Down for a few days.
Sending copies of his Correspondence mathématique for the R.S.L. Will send some notices of the Arctic expedition.
No summary available.
Delighted to be able to contribute Infusoria to ED’s "great countryman Ehrenberg". Includes a list of eight substances from his collection described in detail, which Ehrenberg might find useful in his researches.
Sends actinometric returns and drawing of comet from Hobarton Magnetic Observatory. [John] Lefroy's expedition in U.S. and Canada is going well. Received the observations from Algiers.
Has had to terminate his appointment at George Bishop's Observatory and is determined to leave London and settle in the country. Has heard of a residence near Hawkhurst and would like to visit JH this coming Monday.
No summary available.
Regarding electrometers and their efficiency.
No summary available.
Thanks for his instructive letter. Comments on the terms suggested for the chemical change. Has now improved his chromatype process. Unable to continue his researches on light owing to lack of finance.
About the financial arrangements for Caroline Herschel [see JH's 1844-1-2], and news of her health.
C. G. Ehrenberg would like some earth from Galapagos, Tierra del Fuego, and the Falklands; wishes to hunt for Infusoria.