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RefNoHSF/2/2/66
LevelItem
TitleLetter from James Wemyss, Dera Doon [Dehradun], to 'My dear Herschel' [John Herschel]
CreatorWemyss; James (fl.1860s); British army officer
Date29 August 1864
DescriptionHe thanks Herschel for his prompt reply and he has been feeling improved since Cutcliffe took him in hand. He discusses games of billiards, his daughters and a visit by the Peacocks. He asks Herschel to send a canister of tobacco and asks if he has tried the kerosene lamps, which give a brilliant light. He asks about varous acquaintances, noting Mrs Campbell's progress after a dangerous operation.
Extent4p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
AccessStatusOpen
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