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Letter from Mr Fraser to Sir Harry Parker, 1785-01-21
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/38: 96
Scope and Contents
Concerning a proposal by Don Josef de Porras y Ruiz.
Dates:
1785-01-21
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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Letter from Mr Nash concerning Richard Everitt, 1815-05-29
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 118-118a
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-file:
With an index of names.
Dates:
1815-05-29
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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Letter from Mr Phinn to J. Whale, 1796-07-24
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 126-126a
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-sub-file :
Three letters from Phinn, with a related letter from William Sheppard.
Dates:
1796-07-24
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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Letter from Mr Phinn to Sir Philip Stephens, 1796-03-30
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 125-125a
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-sub-file :
Three letters from Phinn, with a related letter from William Sheppard.
Dates:
1796-03-30
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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Letter from Mr Phinn to William Wales, 1796-07-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 127-127a
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-sub-file :
Three letters from Phinn, with a related letter from William Sheppard.
Dates:
1796-07-27
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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Letter from Mr Pointer to Sir Henry [Harry] Parker, 1790-11-07
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/45: 373
Scope and Contents
Concerning his 'Navigator', an instrument for ascertaining longitude.
Dates:
1790-11-07
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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Letter from Mr Ramsey to Captain Thomas Hurd, 1811-12-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/36: 47-47a
Scope and Contents
Concerning William Chevasse.
Dates:
1811-12-04
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
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Papers of the Board of Longitude
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Correspondence regarding methods of establishing longitude by Jupiter's satellites, the planets and fixed stars
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William Chevasse on marine chair for the observation of Jupiter's satellites
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Letter from Mr Schönborn to [Sir Harry Parker], 1783 - 1812
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 137-138
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-file:
With an index of names.
Dates:
1783 - 1812
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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Letter from [Mr Scott, British Consul at Bordeaux?], 1824-11-23
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/44: 110-111
Scope and Contents
Originally enclosing the proposal from Monsieur Ducom at [RGO 14/44: 106-109].
Dates:
1824-11-23
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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Letter from [Mr Stendaff?] attesting to the good character of Patrick Leahy, 1822-06-19
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/44: 214
Scope and Contents
From the Item:
Three letters and a proposal.
Dates:
1822-06-19
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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Letter from Mr Storer to the Board of Longitude, 1789-12-05
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/55: 147-148
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-file:
With an index of names.
Dates:
1789-12-05
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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Letter from Mr Williams to Sir Philip Stephens, 1806-04-23 - 1806-08-25
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/40: 545-546a
Scope and Contents
Pointing out various methods of determining longitude based on observations of lunar motion and of the orbit of Venus, before concluding that 'Doubtless, timekeepers are best'. The letter is preceded by a cover note from Stephens to George Gilpin.
Dates:
1806-04-23 - 1806-08-25
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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Letter from (Musgrave Memorial Fund) to Sir George Howard Darwin; written at London printed, 1889-07-01 - 1889-07-31
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS DAR 251: 3544
Scope and Contents
Letter from (Musgrave Memorial Fund) to Sir George Howard Darwin; written at London printed
(Letter)
Dates:
1889-07-01 - 1889-07-31
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Some material in the Darwin archive is not available because it is unfit for production and access to some very fragile material may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please see descriptions for further details.
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Letter from Nathaniel Allen to Sir Harry Parker, 1788
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/39: 11-11a
Scope and Contents
From the Item:
Three letters from Allen concerning his proposed method of perpetually finding longitude at sea; written from 32 Red Lion Street, Clerkenwell, London.
Dates:
1788
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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Letter from Nathaniel Allen to Sir Harry Parker, 1792
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/39: 12
Scope and Contents
From the Item:
Three letters from Allen concerning his proposed method of perpetually finding longitude at sea; written from 32 Red Lion Street, Clerkenwell, London.
Dates:
1792
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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Letter from Nathaniel Allen to Sir Phillip Stevens, 1788 - 1792
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/39: 13-14
Scope and Contents
From the Item:
Three letters from Allen concerning his proposed method of perpetually finding longitude at sea; written from 32 Red Lion Street, Clerkenwell, London.
Dates:
1788 - 1792
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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Letter from Nathaniel Cooke to [the Board of Longitude], 1800-12-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/44: 72-72a
Scope and Contents
Originally enclosing the description and drawing of his instrument at [RGO 14/44: 73-74].
Dates:
1800-12-04
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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Letter from Nicholas May to the Board of Longitude, 1782-12-07
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/35: 506-506a
Scope and Contents
With a note on the reverse by Nevil Maskelyne.
Dates:
1782-12-07
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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Letter from Nicholas May to the Board of Longitude, 1782
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/35: 507
Scope and Contents
Enclosing the paper at [RGO 14/35: 508-514].
Dates:
1782
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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Letter from Norman Sievwright, 1783-11
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/40: 509
Scope and Contents
Letter from Sievwright, a clergyman in Brechin, to the Board of Longitude. A note by Nevil Maskelyne states that the letter did not contain anything deserving of the Board's attention.
Dates:
1783-11
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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Letter from P. Carstens Schonegevel to the Board of Longitude, 1811-08-01
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/34: 162-163
Scope and Contents
From the Item:
Two letters, three papers and three newspaper extracts advertising Schonegeval's method for longitude.
Dates:
1811-08-01
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
/
Papers of the Board of Longitude
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Correspondence regarding methods of establishing longitude by lunar methods other than lunar distances
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P. Carstens Schonegevel on ascertaining longitude using the moon's passage over the meridian
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Letter from P. Carstens Schonegevel to the Board of Longitude, 1812-03-07
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/34: 171-173
Scope and Contents
Enclosing an extract of his work on longitude.
Dates:
1812-03-07
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
/
Papers of the Board of Longitude
/
Correspondence regarding methods of establishing longitude by lunar methods other than lunar distances
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P. Carstens Schonegevel on ascertaining longitude using the moon's passage over the meridian
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Letter from Parkinson and Frodsham to Captain Sabine, 1821-03-26
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/24: 383-384
Scope and Contents
Stating their claim to have made a chronometer sent out with Captain Parry.
Dates:
1821-03-26
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
/
Papers of the Board of Longitude
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Papers regarding the public trials and improvements of clocks and chronometers, 1784-1828
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Messrs. Parkinson and Frodsham on their manufacture of a chronometer sent out with Captain Parry
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Letter from Parkinson and Frodsham to Dr Thomas Young, 1821-03-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/24: 386-387
Scope and Contents
Stating their claim to have made a chronometer sent out with Captain Parry.
Dates:
1821-03-27
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
/
Papers of the Board of Longitude
/
Papers regarding the public trials and improvements of clocks and chronometers, 1784-1828
/
Messrs. Parkinson and Frodsham on their manufacture of a chronometer sent out with Captain Parry
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Letter from Parkinson and Frodsham to Dr Young, 1821-03-29
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/24: 388
Scope and Contents
Enclosing a statement and a letter to the Board of Longitude; see [RGO 14/24: 389-392].
Dates:
1821-03-29
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Royal Greenwich Observatory Archives
/
Papers of the Board of Longitude
/
Papers regarding the public trials and improvements of clocks and chronometers, 1784-1828
/
Messrs. Parkinson and Frodsham on their manufacture of a chronometer sent out with Captain Parry