| Reference number | MS/257/2/92 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.474 |
| Previous numbers | ES2/12/474 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Robert Lewis John Ellery, Melbourne Observatory to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 25 July 1865 |
| Description | Update regarding the purchase of instruments. Ellery has ‘inadvertently’ made a mistake not ordering magnetic instruments through the Kew Committee in order not to be ‘troublesome’. In Ellery’s opinion it is unjustifiable to charge extra for a mistake. Ellery expresses his regret at not taking the correct action in ordering the magnetic instruments. Ellery informs that the ‘Legislature’ has voted £5000 for their new reflector. |
| Extent | 3p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6424 | Ellery; Robert Lewis John (1827 - 1908); astronomer | 1827 - 1908 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |