| RefNo | MM/23/5 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from John Robertson, Portsea, to John Nourse, Strand, London |
| Date | 27 July 1755 |
| Description | Robertson understands that Nourse has packed a parcel of the 'Elements of Navigation' to be sent with his goods, which have not yet arrived. He notes the reasons for delay, but the sooner the books are sent the better. He requests 25 copies via Wilkinson, with a few copies of De La Caille's Elements of Astronomy. Expresses concern that Dodson has a powerful opponent, but suspects the progress made by Blair. His interest is being magnified to intimidate Dodson. Robertson's situation would be soured by Dodson's disappointment. Asks Nourse to inquire why Mrs Thomas has not replied to him. The bell being now ringing at Church where he is going with 'my Gentlemen'. He is glad that Nourse has heard from Labelye. |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 2p |
| PhysicalDescription | On paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
| Copyright | Royal Society |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA6931 | Robertson; John (1712 - 1776) | 1712 - 1776 |