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From:
Alexander Humboldt
To:
John Tyndall
Date:
Undated
Source of text:
MS JT/2/6/59, RI
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Tyndall Project
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Queries regarding JH's star lists. Sending magnetic information from A. T. Kupffer. Regarding the distribution of nebulae.
Astronomical queries, with particular reference to the Coal Sack. [Probably to JH, but unclear from letter.]
Is grateful for his constructive letter on the Coal Sack. Regarding the work of the Schlaginweit brothers.
News of the astronomical activities of his colleagues. Astronomical queries.
Introducing Adolphe Barth. Astronomical news and queries.
Thanks JH for JH's review of AH's Cosmos. Recommends E. H. DuBois-Reymond to JH's attention.
Sends a letter of praise for the family Herschel, including especially JH and his father, William.
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