RefNo | MS/257/5/130 |
AltRefNo | Sa.1810 |
Previous numbers | ES5/25/1810 |
Level | Item |
Title | Letter from [William Parkinson] Wilson, Melbourne University to Edward Sabine |
Date | 24 March 1866 |
Description | Discussion 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]. |
Extent | 4p |
Format | Manuscript |
PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
Code | PersonName | Dates |
NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |