| Reference number | MS/257/2/171 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.553 |
| Previous numbers | ES2/23/553 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from James David Forbes, Phesdo by Laurencekirk to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 29 August 1850 |
| Description | Refers to the volume of Makerstoun observations. Forbes has repeatedly applied at The Royal Society for the St Helena observations. Informs Sabine the [British] Association meeting in Edinburgh ‘gave off pleasantly’. |
| Extent | 3p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6280 | Forbes; James David (1809 - 1868); natural philosopher | 1809 - 1868 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |