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Letter, from Francis Baily to Sir John Herschel, dated at London

Reference number: HS/3/140

Date: 26 June 1837

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Autograph letter signed by sender. Frederick Augustus (Duke of Sussex) has still not visited the Royal Society [of London] Will discuss J. A. Lloyd's case with the Duke at the first opportunity. Home news. Will continue to forward pamphlets.

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HS/3/140
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26 June 1837
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3 pages
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Manuscript

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Francis Baily

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Francis Baily, Letter, from Francis Baily to Sir John Herschel, dated at London, 26 June 1837, HS/3/140, The Royal Society Archives, London, https://makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/hs_3_140/letter-from-francis-baily-to-sir-john-herschel-dated-at-london, accessed on 03 December 2024

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