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Whittaker/Folder 6-15/Folder 10/1
Unique identifier
GB 275 Whittaker/Folder 6-15/Folder 10/1
Title
A.L.s., from Richard Gwatkin, from Cambridge
Date(s)
- 4 May 1814 (Creation)
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3p paper
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Scope and content
Gives College gossip, including an account of chemical lectures given by Herschel accompanied by an explosion and fumes, which caused the evacuation of certain rooms. Humourously discusses a recent election at the University. Has visited the Christmas illuminations in London and was disappointed by those in Cambridge.