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Newtons comet prophecy debated by Royal Society ministers
A letter discusses a supposed Newtonian comet prophecy tied to political events. The writer, likening the ministerial apparition to a comet, urges the Royal Society to adjudicate the interpretation and publish findings, suggesting the memory of Newton be vindicated and universities abroad informed. The piece mentions 1757 and political hemisphere momentum.
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