Re: [LEAPSECS] civil time = solar time

From: Ed Davies <ls_at_edavies.nildram.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 05 Jan 2006 09:33:18 +0000

Rob Seaman wrote:
> I said:
>
>> all parties must certainly agree that civil time (as we know it) IS
>> mean solar time.
>
>
> Ed says:
>
>> saying that it "IS" civil time is probably a bit strong.
>
>
> "Probably a bit strong" is not precisely a staunch denial.

It's not meant to be a staunch denial. I'm mostly supporting
your argument - just trying to tone down one aspect which I think
is overstated to avoid giving rehetorical ammunition to those
who see things otherwise.

Ed.
Received on Thu Jan 05 2006 - 01:34:50 PST