| RefNo | MS/257/1/65 |
| AltRefNo | Sa.65 |
| Previous numbers | ES1/9/65 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Copy of a letter from Alexander Dallas Bache, Washington to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 25 June 1860 |
| Description | Bache discusses the [America] Congress and items to be passed by the Senate and the House. Bache accepts Sabine’s offer of instruments for the western coast and asks Sabine to not be set ‘down as one of the class of “sturdy beggars”’. Refers to [British Association] proceedings. Bache explains the circumstances and understanding in which he has requested instruments from Sabine. Bache expresses gratitude at being elected to The Royal Society. Bache intends to travel to [New York] tomorrow to see of the expedition to Labrador. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA2926 | Bache; Alexander Dallas (1806 - 1867) | 1806 - 1867 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |