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Herschel13611

From:
[A. J. F.] Yvon Villarceau
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[11 June 1852]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.422
Summary:

Is sending a mathematical work on the stability of a moving locomotive, and hopes it will interest JH. YV would like it presented to the R.S.L. Refers to YV's work on double stars.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel14000

From:
Henry Drury Harness
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[11 June 1852]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0263.12; Reel 1087
Summary:

Thanks JH for reviewing HH's recommendation for improving air pump. Suggests way to increase work output of Sizing room. Advises JH to simplify pay scale for Mint workers. Promotion of young workers.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel14802

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Francis Beaufort
Date:
[11 June 1852]
Source of text:
Hydrographic Office Misc F26F1.5
Summary:

Urges that Thomas Maclear's son be appointed to assist Maclear in the observatory [at the Cape].

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John Herschel Project
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