| Reference number | MS/257/4/29 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.1158 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/1/1158 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Edward Sabine, Woolwich, to Sir [Thomas Makdougall] Brisbane |
| Date | 6 May 1843 |
| Description | Regarding the publication of force magnetometer observations and the corrections required. Refers to the means of determining coefficients. Discusses correcting each individual observation. Refers to ‘the conversion of the scale readings of the declination into arc values’ and its advantage. Discusses term observations. Discusses ‘preparing the volume of disturbance observations in 1840 to 1841. Sabine agrees with Mr Brown’s opinion regarding the printing of his ‘extra observations’. Refers to the portable apparatus. Remarks on £4000 for the observations ‘themselves’ as well their printing. |
| Extent | 6p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |
| NA7436 | Brisbane; Sir; Thomas Makdougall (1773 - 1860) | 1773 - 1860 |