We have in all cases acted strictly in conformity with the published rules; and I am convinced, and I believe that Mr.Schumacher is convinced, that it is absolutely necessary that we do not depart from them.
"Mr.Schumacher suggests, as the only way in which Miss Mitchell's claim in equity could be urged, that application might be made on her part, through the American legation, to the king of Denmark; and the king can, if he pleases, make exception to the usual rules.
"I am, my dear sir, yours most truly, [Signed] "G.B.

AIRY." * * * * * HON.

EDWARD EVERETT TO R.P.

FLENIKEN.
"Cambridge, Mass., 8th August, 1848.
"DEAR SIR: Without the honor of your personal acquaintance, I take the liberty of addressing you on a subject which I am confident will interest you as a friend of American science.

You are doubtless aware that by the liberality of one of the kings of Denmark, the father, I believe, of his late Majesty, a foundation was made for a gold medal to be given to the first discoverer of a telescopic comet.