Does JH think it worthwhile to extend his atmospheric wave investigation? Will be at the B.A.A.S. meeting at Oxford.
Does JH think it worthwhile to extend his atmospheric wave investigation? Will be at the B.A.A.S. meeting at Oxford.
Sends two of his papers. R. I. Murchison has now received the Order of Dannebrogg. If JH thinks he can utilize the order once conferred on him he should write to the King. P.S. King is now dead, but could pass the letter to the appropriate body.
Regarding his observations of the heavens and its relation to theological matters.
Encourages barometer observations in Mediterranean and Atlantic. Admiralty should support B.A.A.S. request for shipboard observations. Will probably not see WB in Oxford.
Satisfied with JH's decision [to include AP's name in Cape Results].
Has re-examined work on southern deviation. Still cannot see his mistake. Re-presents his ideas for further comments.
Wants JW’s permission to carry out certain investments.
Sends paper for JH to read. Should it be published in R.S.P.T.?
Asks for details of several actinometers.
Surprised that JB sees theological doctrines in JH's astronomical observations.
Sends £5 note. This is all he can spare. Has no recollection of ever meeting him and their relationship is very remote. Wishes a speedy improvement in his prospects.
Thanking him for his letter in answer to hers on theological doctrine and its relation to JH's observations.
Reports on and recommends for publication experiments in paper [see RSPT, 137 (1847), 253-] by [A. F. J.] Claudet on effect of solar radiation on silver plate's mercury deposit, but questions conclusion about triplicity of photographic action.
JH has arranged for U. J. J. Leverrier, J. C. Adams, and Wilhelm Struve to visit JH together at Collingwood. JH is writing to invite JL to join them.
Tells JH that his invitation to visit came too late. Regrets deeply not having the opportunity to meet, but expects to do so next year. Hopes to present two works to JH at that time. Mentions working with the talented P. L. Seidel, his assistant.
Tells JH of [P. L. von] Seidel's success in comparing luminosity of stars by means of a photometer. The results match those of JH. Sends JH a copy requesting that the form be ignored and it be communicated to the R.A.S.
Must decline invitation for dinner; he is unwell.
A resolution passed by members of the B.A.A.S. meeting at Oxford urges the publication of William Herschel's papers in one volume.
Asks RS to check the background of Samuel B. Lamb, who wants to lease JH's house at Slough.
Will send his man to C. R. Weld. F. W. Bessel will be in good time for council. Is glad he is on the last chapter.