Record

RefNoEC/1822/08
Previous numbersCert VII, 78; A57335
LevelItem
TitleThompson, Richard John: certificate of candidature for election to the Royal Society
DescriptionNote on certificate: 'Ballotted for the 9th May 1822 but not elected - 18 Negative, 32 Affirmative'
CitationRichard John Thompson Esq of Kirby Hall Yorkshire a Gentleman well versed in several branches of Science, and warmly disposed to assist those who are engaged in Scientific pursuits in every way in his power, being desirous of becoming a Fellow of the Rl Society, we whose names are underwritten, do from our personal knowledge recommend him as likely to prove auseful & valuable member
ProposersEverard Home; Robert Nares; Joseph Sabine
NotesNever subsequently elected a Fellow
AccessStatusOpen
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Thompson, Richard John: certificate of candidature for election to the Royal Society

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