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0 letters from Alexander Stewart Herschel; 2 letters from Norman Robert Pogson

Alexander Stewart Herschel

Astronomer

Born: 05 February 1836

Died: 18/06/1907

Elected to the Royal Society Fellowship: 12/06/1884

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Norman Robert Pogson

Astronomer

Born: 1829

Died: 1891

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Alexander Stewart Herschel

Norman Robert Pogson

Autograph letter signed by sender. Describes efforts to secure position at Oxford's Radcliffe Observatory, noting John Frederick William Herschel's testimonial. Suggests Alexander Stewart Herschel observe four circumpolar variables and makes other recommendations concerning Alexander Stewart Herschel's observation program.

Reference number: HS/14/6

Autograph letter signed by sender. Describes efforts to obtain position at Oxford's Radcliffe Observatory. Advocates that Alexander Stewart Herschel and all variable star observers follow a uniform plan. Laments confusion over indefiniteness of term 'magnitude' and his lack of proper equipment and adequate recognition. Invites Alexander Stewart Herschel to visit.

Reference number: HS/14/7