Letter, from Richard Sheepshanks to Sir John Herschel, dated at R.A.S. Autograph letter signed by sender. the Royal Astronomical Society voted to give its medal to William Lassell. Recounts the discussion of this among the members. G. B. Airy will be the next president. Applauds John Frederick William Herschel for the work he has done in this position. An 'olive branch' tendered to [W. S.] Stratford; he was made vice president. 13 January 1849