Record

Reference numberMS/257/1/337
Alternative reference numberSa.337
Previous numbersES1/53/337
LevelItem
TitleLetter from Charles Chambers, Kew Observatory to Edward Sabine
Date7 April 1862
DescriptionChambers discusses comparing the mean of dip observations, and the total force. Includes the observed and calculated mean values of the dip from 1858 to 1861. Chambers is sending Sabine a table with the dips obtained [not enclosed]. Reference to Dr [William Balfour] Baikie’s dip circle.
Extent4p
FormatManuscript
Physical descriptionInk on paper
Access statusOpen
Fellows associated with this archive
CodeNameDates
NA2784Chambers; Charles (1834 - 1896)1834 - 1896
NA8279Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883)1788 - 1883
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