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Some observations on table-moving

Archer, William 1864 , 'Some observations on table-moving' , Monthly Notices of Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania , pp. 86-89 .

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Abstract

The mystery which appears to surround the experiments connected
with Table-Moving, has prevented many intelligent
persons from arriving at a satisfactory conclusion.It must be premised that whenever the will is exercised, and
is unobstructed in its operation, that operation is immediate.
-Arguments for and against using will power over muscle power.

Item Type: Article
Authors/Creators:Archer, William
Keywords: Royal Society of Tasmania, Van Diemens Land, VDL, Hobart Town, natural sciences, proceedings, records
Journal or Publication Title: Monthly Notices of Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania
Collections: Royal Society Collection > Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania
Additional Information:

In 1843 the Horticultural and Botanical Society of Van Diemen's Land was founded and became the Royal Society of Van Diemen's Land for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science in 1844. In 1855 its name changed to Royal Society of Tasmania for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science. In 1911 the name was shortened to Royal Society of Tasmania.

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