On central American earthquakes, particularly the earthquake of 1838

The very interesting report of Dr. Tempest Anderson and Dr. J. S. Flett on “Recent Volcanic Eruptions in the West Indies,” induces me to suggest that inquiries should be made in Colombia and in Central America as to disturbances in those regions, in order to trace the connection existing between the earthquakes and volcanic eruptions which are there so prevalent, and those in the West Indies. Doubtless Mr. Welby, who has just returned to his post at Sta. Fé de Bogotá, might be able to obtain thence some information on this matter.