Record

RefNoMA/33/9
Previous numbersMA.33
LevelItem
TitleMeteorological observations at St. John's, Newfoundland, by Joseph Templeman
CreatorTempleman; Joseph (fl.1830s-1840s); British colonial administrator
Date1 January-27 August 1840
DescriptionDaily meteorological observations taken at several times during each day, varying up to a maximum of five instrument readings. The printed sheets have columns for hour of the day, barometer in inches, thermometer in degrees, maximum and minimum temperatures of the 24 hour periods, wind quarter and strength, weather and general remarks.

The general remarks are sparse, but contain notes on the aurora borealis and news of notable weather.

Headed [p.1]: 'St. John's, Newfoundland Jany. 1840'. Stamped 'Received CD Oct 3 1842'.
Extent44p.
FormatPrinted
Manuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
Dimensions328x209mm.
AccessStatusOpen
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