| Reference number | MS/257/2/95 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.477 |
| Previous numbers | ES2/12/477 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Robert Lewis John Ellery, Melbourne Observatory to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 25 January 1867 |
| Description | Ellery informs Sabine of Mr [George Frederic] Verdon’s return from ‘our old home’ [England]. Ellery thanks Sabine for showing Verdon kindness. Discussion regarding the position of the telescope from the magnet house, distance between the main building and the absolute and variation instruments. Verdon has asked Ellery to arrange quarters for Mr [Albert] Le Sueur. Ellery has written to Mr [Balfour] Stewart regarding information about a barometer and thermograph. |
| Extent | 4p |
| 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 |