In continuation of letter S.D.O. 7867, it was informed that the grating had not yet been delivered, and the related information from contractors was also enclosed.

This letter is about receiving two dark glasses which are not fit for eyepieces because it was too large

The letter is from Charles Michie Smith to Swan Electric Engravings Co Ltd regarding the reproduction of photographs of spectra. It is a request for a similar quotation.

This letter was reference to letter no.354 of the 3rd instant saying that I regret to find that the labels mentioned para 2 were not enclosed.

This letter was about the list of photographic plates ordered and the serial numbers are not mentioned.

This letter was about to send the Sandell plates to test. The second batch of Sandell plates, received by S. S Campbell and it is perfectly evident that isochromatic plates will not stand the journey here.

This letter was about the correction regarding the earlier order saying that please include 10 doz. extra in the order for September and 20 doz. extra in the final order (December).

This letter was about the plates obtained & made up in sealed tins and the instructions for bringing from the maker.

This letter was about the 30 dozen Thomas lantern plates to be sent out in two installments.

This letter is from John Eliot to the acting Director of Kodaikanal & Madras Observatories regarding a despatch of a parcel through the railway containing spare Kodaikanal instruments, which are mentioned in this letter.