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RefNoMS/603/10/29
Previous numbers1803
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TitleLetter from W N [William Napier] Shaw, 10 Moreton Gardens, to [Joseph] Larmor
CreatorShaw; Sir William Napier (1854-1945); British meteorologist
RecipientLarmor; Sir Joseph (1857-1942); Irish theoretical physicist
Date7 October 1902
DescriptionShaw believes they should talk over the international kite and balloon investigation and invites him to dine at the Savile Club. The situation is difficult. The proposed investigation is of the nature of scientific investigation, but no-one could contend it has any connection with forecasting, or any of the duties of the Meteorological Office. Continental offices have a freer hand, combining public duties with reserach. Work of the British Association's Kite Committee and the Royal Meteorological Society's associate committee has led to a deficit of £80 and it would be no use to add a British contribution to the new undertaking, as it does not have the necessary stability for an international undertaking. Reserach into atmospheric physics must have Royal Society support or it would collapse. He notes the countries already co-operating in this area and thinks that the British Isles' special circumstances would make an inquiry desirable, but expensive. He notes the probable attitude of the Treasury Committee, but if a special fund is required then the Royal Society is the only body with standing.
Extent4p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
AccessStatusOpen
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