| Reference number | MS/257/4/242 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.1381 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/24/1381 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Balfour Stewart, Kew Observatory to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 5 December 1859 |
| Description | Stewart sends ‘a comparison between the total forces, taken by two different methods, by Mr [John] Welsh during the Scottish Magnetic Survey’. Compares the accuracy of Welsh’s results with Dr [Humphrey] Lloyd’s method. Refers to the total force at Kew. Remarks on two observations taken on 6th and 7th August in 1857. Discussion regarding the total force. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
| Related records in the catalogue | MS/257/4/243 |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6042 | Stewart; Balfour (1828 - 1887) | 1828 - 1887 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |