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Adelaide Philosophical Society changes to S.A. Royal Society, report on comet
Also, Todd report on comet affected by poor instrumentation and visibility and staff missing. Suggests staffing should better. Compares comet with one he saw in Cambridge 1850-1.
Agreement at the Melbourne Postal Conference. Todd to meet NSW Astronomer
P&O tender not accepted, new ones to be called for, hope of securing a better service. Delegates will reconvene to conclude. Todd to H. C. meet Russel on matters scientific
Case put for Post Office being overstaffed at Todd's level
Mentions Todd's and Squires' salary
Complaints about use of government special trains
To convey Todd and Premier to Melbourne Postal Conference
Discussion of need for Government to promote its scientific endeavor
Todd noted and praised as the main (only) government person to promote science. Suggests what more could be done.
Foundation of The Royal Society of South Australia
Request Imperial permission for Philosophical Society to become The Royal Society of South Australia, Todd suggests binding the Society's Proceedings
Government cutbacks should have included a cut in Todd's salary
Opinion piece saying Todd away for 12 months "enjoying himself"
