Record

RefNoMS/425/558
Previous numbersMS/425/547
LevelItem
TitleCopy letter, JWL [John William Lubbock], RS [Royal Society], to Capt [Francis] Beaufort
CreatorLubbock; Sir John William; third baronet (1803-1865); British astronomer and banker
RecipientBeaufort; Sir Francis (1774-1857); British naval officer and hydrographer
Date11 July 1835
DescriptionMr Ulrick [John Gottlieb Ulrich?], whom Beaufort knows, has applied to the Royal Society for assistance from the Donation Fund, to make an escapement. He asks Beaufort to relay what he knows about Ulrick and he will use the information with discretion. He would be glad of an answer before the committee meeting.
Extent1p. [p.238]
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionOn paper
AccessStatusOpen
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