Record

RefNoMS/257/5/130
AltRefNoSa.1810
Previous numbersES5/25/1810
LevelItem
TitleLetter from [William Parkinson] Wilson, Melbourne University to Edward Sabine
Date24 March 1866
DescriptionDiscussion regarding Sabine’s kind offer to propose Wilson as a Fellow of the Royal Society. Wilson accepts this offer however discusses his belief that some ‘original scientific’ work is necessary for such an honour. Wilson describes his time fully occupied by keeping up to date with the ‘rapid advances in all branches of physical science’. Discussion regarding the appointment of a ‘suitable’ observer for the telescope and reference to the political situation in [Australia].
Extent4p
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
AccessStatusOpen
Fellows associated with this archive
CodePersonNameDates
NA8279Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883)1788 - 1883
Add to My Items

    Collection highlights

    Browse the records of some of our collections, which cover all branches of science and date from the 12th century onwards. These include the published works of Fellows of the Royal Society, personal papers of eminent scientists, letters and manuscripts sent to the Society or presented at meetings, and administrative records documenting the Society's activities since our foundation in 1660.

    The Royal Society

    The Royal Society is a Fellowship of many of
    the world's most eminent scientists and is the
    oldest scientific academy in continuous existence.
    Registered charity number 207043

    Website design ©CalmView



    CONTACT US

    + 44 207 451 2500
    (Lines open Mon-Fri, 9:00-17:00. Excludes bank holidays)

    6-9 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AG

    Email Us →

    SUBSCRIBE

    Subscribe to our newsletters to be updated with the
    latest news on innovation, events, articles and reports.

    Subscribe →

    © CalmView