Concerned about W. S. Stratford, who has not responded to letters; GA has a problem with the German notation of star positions used by Thomas Henderson.
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Concerned about W. S. Stratford, who has not responded to letters; GA has a problem with the German notation of star positions used by Thomas Henderson.
Regarding W. S. Stratford and the printing of the catalogues. F. W. Bessel's star corrections.
Regarding F. W. Bessel's doubt concerning the law of gravitation.
Thanks for prompt reply. Does know something about blood and circulation, but may not have expressed himself clearly. Thinks Michael Faraday has made important discoveries in magnetism and electricity.
Ask WL's permission to make reference to WL's sighting of the seventh satellite of Saturn in JH's observations of all the satellites of Saturn.
Is little conversant in physiology so is unable to discuss GH's theories. Suggests some alterations to the text of the article.
Comments, after delays due to busyness, on JH's queries on the calibration of actinometers and gives results of experiments.
Sends what JH has written on F. W. Bessel.
About observations of the seventh satellite of Saturn, and using William Parsons' (3rd Earl of Rosse) 'machine'.
Agrees wholeheartedly with JH's recommendation for his paper. Will rewrite it if necessary. Hopes JH will produce a second edition of his work on finite differences.
As secretary of newly formed 'Mechanic's Institute' in Slough, HW invites JH to preside at 18 Feb. meeting.
Discovered a telescopic comet in Cepheus. Gives readings.
Is thinking of publishing a new edition of Examples in the calculus of finite differences. Would like his views on this.
Has heard that the R.A.S. council's 'no-medal resolution' has produced much dissatisfaction, which will not disappear by a general vote supporting the acts of the council. Thinks that the course adopted is wrong. If the council will not reconsider in favor of a positive conclusion, JH suggests that the issue be raised in a general meeting of the R.A.S. and that its decision be accepted with 'alacrity.' Holds himself free, as President, from any obligation to uphold 'in speaking or writing' whatever decision results.
Discusses Neptune discovery controversy; believes both scientists should receive medals.
Encloses application for meteorological and magnetic observatories from governor of New Brunswick. May establish observations in all colonies for limited time. Puzzled over [John] Lefroy's results from Athabasca.
Cirripede observations.
Would like to hear what JDH has to say about his species sketch.
Wishes to use remarks JH made at Kew Observatory in 1846 for a Royal Society publication. Asks JH to read transcript for accuracy.
About the dispute in the R.A.S. over awarding its medal(s) after discovery of Neptune.
Comments on the unsatisfactory [to JH] resolution regarding the awarding of the annual R.A.S. medal.