Copy letter, from Sir John Herschel to William Ritchie, dated at Slough Copy of letter, copied as part of the correspondence project led by Colonel John Herschel FRS following the death of his father. Supports William Ritchie's pursuit of Edinburgh professorship. Will not, however, write to the Lord Provost for William Ritchie. Feels public steps should be taken to fill position [see William Ritchie's 1832-11-8]. 9 November 1832