Coinage, Weights, And Measures. [ro The Editor Of The...
Sra,—Among many discussions of a reform in our measures, I have as yet found no reference to the important fact that the French Metrical system is based on that division of the......
The Brownes.
T HERE are three distinct noble families in Ireland bearing the name of Browne. One is represented by Lord Kilmaine and the Marquis of Sligo, another by the Earl of Kenmore, and......
Colonial Bishoprics.
[To THE EDITOR OF THE "SPECTATOR."] May 21, 1866. SIR,—As the judgment of the Committee of Privy Council on Colonial Bishoprics and Mr. Cardwell's Bill, which is its conse-......
Poetry And Science.
[To THE EDITOR OF THE "SPECTATOR."] some one has called it, optical—taken from, not contradicting, the senses." It seems to me that this sentiment gives a very inadequate notion......