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A.L., s. to Rev. W. T. Kingsley

Discusses the post of Astronomer Royal which he has not been offered, and therefore has not turned down. Believes it to be too much work in any case.

A.L., s. to RHB from Ralph Fletcher

Discusses mathematical study, and what books they are to read. Notes the victory of the 'Cambridge crew', has visited 'Pot's Fair' in the mud, and believes that Cambridge is to have a public ball.

Fletcher, Ralph (1815-1886)

A.L., s. to RHB from William Alexander Mackinnon, London

Is delighted to hear that the Lady Margaret [boat] has reached 'the top of the river'. Notes that in his time apathy and lack of practice meant the boats were not good enough. Would like to visit Cambridge again soon.

McKinnon, William Alexander (1813-1903)

A.L., s. to Richard Bateson from Thomas Brancker, Ilchester

Offers congratulations on the appointment of WHB as Master of St John's College. Notes that 'views of the Society are so generally opposed to [WHB's] own' and that he is would not agree with the course WHB took to ensure his election.

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