Maclear, Thomas, Sir, 1794 - 1879 (Knight, astronomer)
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Weekly register, 1849 - 1954
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 15/2
Scope and Contents
The weekly register of the general work of the Cape Observatory, including observations, staff matters and items of interest locally. The volume includes the following items:1. A preface containing an alphabetical index of books; a list of Observatory rules regarding observations; information on the use of the mural circle, transit instrument and other equipment; and details regarding the security of the Observatory.2. Daily reports of observations made and work carried out...
Dates:
1849 - 1954
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Weekly register, 1854 - 1860
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 15/3
Scope and Contents
The weekly register of the Cape Observatory, including daily reports of observations made and work carried out at the Observatory. The volume includes the following items:A report by Thomas Maclear on 'The Repeating Time Ball upon the Lion's Rump Signal Station', 23 January 1854.Material on the shipment of the transit circle from England on the 'Beyne', 30 January 1854.Specifications of work to be carried out at the Royal Observatory Cottage, 13 February...
Dates:
1854 - 1860
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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