Record

RefNoMS/425/559
Previous numbersMS/425/548
LevelItem
TitleCopy letter, JWL [John William Lubbock], RS [Royal Society], to Sir D [David] Brewster
CreatorLubbock; Sir John William; third baronet (1803-1865); British astronomer and banker
RecipientBrewster; Sir David (1781-1868); British natural philosopher and academic administrator
Date16 July 1835
DescriptionHe is pleased to relay the news that Council has resolved that Mr [George] Dollond be asked to construct a heliostat under Brewster's direction, if he will take responsibility for it. The expense should not exceed £100. He does not know if his letter answering Brewster's of 7 June was received.
Extent1p. [p.239]
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionOn paper
AccessStatusOpen
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