Item 14/1 - Autograph letter signed to J.C. Adams

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Adams/Box 5-15/Box 6/14/1

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GB 275 Adams/Box 5-15/Box 6/14/1

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Autograph letter signed to J.C. Adams

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  • 11 Apr. 1879 (Creation)

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6p, envelope paper

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Christie, Sir William Henry Mahoney (1845-1922) Knight and astronomer
(1845-1922)

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BA (Trinity) 1868

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Resignation of Astronomer Royal from Council of RAS due to Sadler. Good opportunity to reorganise the Council in the interests of astronomy. Would JCA be prepared to resign too, and attend meeting to discuss the matter. List of members of Council and their intended fate.

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