| Reference number | MS/257/3/113 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.859 |
| Previous numbers | ES3/36/859 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Charles Meldrum, Mauritius to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 18 February 1865 |
| Description | Meldrum is glad to hear the considered measures regarding a new [magnetical and meteorological] observatory in Mauritius, meet Sabine’s approval. Refers to the sale of the old building and the estimate cost of the new observatory, giving them sufficient funds. Informs Sabine the building work cannot commence without the approval of the home government. Meldrum intends to England once construction work has begun. Meldrum thanks Sabine for papers received. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6163 | Meldrum; Charles (1821 - 1901) | 1821 - 1901 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |