| RefNo | MS/743/1/33 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from David Brewster, St Leonard's College, to [John Hall] Gladstone |
| Creator | Brewster; Sir David (1781-1868); British natural philosopher and academic administrator |
| Recipient | Gladstone; John Hall (1827-1902); British physical chemist |
| Date | 21 February 1859 |
| Description | Gives thanks for the interesting paper by Dale. Had meant to write to Gladstone on the spectrum but had an attack of sciatica. Discusses 'the Lighthouse question' and states that the introduction of gas or electric lighting is essential. Offers to copy material to Glastone from his works on dioptric systems. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA7450 | Brewster; Sir; David (1781 - 1868); natural philosopher | 1781 - 1868 |