| Reference number | MS/257/2/338 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.720 |
| Previous numbers | ES2/69/720 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from [William Stephen] Jacob, Madras Observatory, [Chennai] to [Thomas Romney] Robinson |
| Date | 13 March 1850 |
| Description | Jacob expresses regret to learn Robinson’s proposal to the British Association to send a large reflector to the Cape of Good Hope to observe the southern nebula is not ‘likely’ to go ahead as it will be seen to ‘interfere’ with meridional observations. Jacob’s puts in a ‘claim’ for a large reflector on behalf of India. Describes the advantages of having such an instrument in India including the optimal atmosphere and suggests different cities. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA2440 | Robinson; Thomas Romney (1792 - 1882) | 1792 - 1882 |