Letter from Fearon Fallows (RO, Cape Town) to Francis Baily, 9 December 1830
Scope and Contents
Concerning problems encountered in establishing the Cape Observatory including damaged instruments and an outbreak of scarlet fever. Fallows also requests a list of right ascensions as published in the 'Nautical Almanac'. People mentioned include [J. or E. Troughton], G. Dolland, Captains Ronald and Beaufort.
Dates
- Creation: 9 December 1830
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Extent
2 folio(s)
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