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Methods of finding a true meridian line, useful in placing horizontal sun dials, setting clocks and watches, &c. By William Jones, mathematical instrument maker.
Jones, William, 1763-1831.Date: 1795- Books
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The description and use of a new portable orrery, on a simple construction, representing the motions and phenomena of the planetary system, but more particularly the motions of the earth and moon round the sun ... To which is prefixed, a short account of the solar system, or the true system of the world / by William Jones.
Jones, William, 1763-1831.Date: 1812- Books
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The description and use of the sea octant, commonly called Hadley's quadrant; wherein its use is exemplified by proper examples and tables, and an account given of the new additional apparatus that are applied to it, for determining the latitude and longitude with the greatest possible Accuracy. To Which is Annexed, a Demonstration of the Theory of This Excellent Instrument. The second edition corrected. By William Jones Mathematical Instrument Maker.
Jones, William, 1763-1831.Date: [1795]- Books
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The description and use of a new portable orrery. On a simple construction, Representing The Motions And Phenomena Of The Planetary System, But More Particularly The Motions Of The Earth And Moon Round The Sun; From Whence The Nature And Causes Of The Vicissitudes Of The Seasons, Days And Nights, Solar And Lunar Eclipses, &C. Are Clearly And Familiarly Explained. To which is prefixed, a short account of the solar system, OR The True System Of The World. With three copper-plates. The fifth edition, with additions ; containing a concise account of the most recent discoveries by Dr. Herschell, & c. and the Description of a larger and more complete Portable Orrery. By William Jones, Mathematical Instrument Maker.
Jones, William, 1763-1831.Date: [1799]- Books
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The description and use of a new portable orrery; shewing, by a most simple construction, the motions of the Earth and moon, round the sun, from whence the Nature and Causes of the vicissitudes of the Seasons, Days, and Nights, Solar and Lunar Eclipses, &c. are clearly explained. To which is prefixed, A short Account of the Solar System, or the true System of the World. By William Jones.
Jones, William, 1763-1831.Date: M,DCC,LXXXII. [1782]