Sends her a newly minted florin.
Sends her a newly minted florin.
Thanks for inquiring as to the welfare of JH's wife, Margaret, and the latest child, both of whom are well. JH is still doing poorly, but appreciates the use of Marshal Beresford's armchair.
About Willy being in some kind of trouble, articles by friends in the Westminster Review, the Crimean War, and the health of MH and JH.
No summary available.
Reports sums dispatched from Mint to colonies. Requests reimbursement from paymaster general before 30 June.
No summary available.
Of the heavy work load dealing with Melbourne University appointments [see JH's 1854-5-[21]], and of Charles Babbage's unacceptable behavior at a meeting of the Royal Observatory's Board of Visitors.
Directions for shipping copper coins to eight banks in Ireland. Complains that shipping boxes are not strong enough.
No summary available.
Writes to acknowledge receipt of a testimonial on behalf of [George] Wilson.
Many applications and testimonials regarding Melbourne University professorships have arrived. How soon would a meeting to reduce the numbers be useful [see JH's 1854-5-30]?
No summary available.
Agrees to a meeting [see JH's 1854-6-11], and comments on one possible candidate for a Melbourne University professorship.
Availability of silver for making Turkish coins.
News of some of the children with JH or near him, such as Caroline and Margaret Louisa; comments about son Willy.
Requests reimbursement from Treasury for coins sent to Falkland Islands, Constantinople, and Hong Kong.
Rejoices at JS's new position. Asks how to send two official documents safely to India.
Commenting on the health of some mutual acquaintances, and on son Willy's poor memory.
About Willy Herschel's health, and JH's heavy work load and his desire for a relaxing time away from work.
As requested by Treasury commissioners, JH will have Turkish coins sent by Commissary General William Filder weighed and assayed to determine their value relative to English gold standard.