Correspondence on the Cape Observatory, 1891 - 1895
Scope and Contents
Correspondence regarding the operations of the Cape Observatory. An index at the beginning lists the following sections: History of the Observatory; Official Instructions from the Admiralty; Reports to the Admiralty; Leave of Absence to Her Majesty's Astronomer; Appointments and Retirements; Hydrographer; Money, Grants and Salaries; Board of Visitors; Estimates; Senior Naval Officer, Simon's Town; and Miscellaneous.
Dates
- Creation: 1891 - 1895
Creator
- From the Series: Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope (Organization)
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Extent
1 volume(s) (1 volume)
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
A
Finding aid date
2006-08-07 11:31:02+00:00
Subject
- Admiralty (Organization)
Repository Details
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