| Reference number | MS/257/4/382 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.1521 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/24/1521 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Balfour Stewart, Kew Observatory to [Edward Sabine] |
| Date | 22 September 1864 |
| Description | Stewart thanks Sabine for his suggestions regarding an answer to Mr [George Biddell] Airy. Mr [Antonio Jacintho de] Souza has procured as pipes for the observatory at his own expense, and begun absolute observations. Discusses Mr [John Peter] Gassiot and publishing correspondence. Describes an incident between Captain [James Palladio] Basevi and [?] regarding leaving the park gate open, and expression of rude and abusive language used during the incident. Includes a letter from Captain Basevi regarding the incident and his prevention from entering [Kew Observatory]. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6042 | Stewart; Balfour (1828 - 1887) | 1828 - 1887 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |