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PROF. W. KOLHÖRSTER1 has recently described some fluctuations in the observed intensity of cosmic rays in December last, which he suggests may possibly be connected with the appearing of Nova Herculis at that time. Without venturing to judge of the reality of this particular correlation, one may inquire whether it is in general possible that nova outbursts could supply energy sufficient to maintain the supply of cosmic radiation, or a large fraction of it.
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McCREA, W. Cosmic Rays and Novæ. Nature 135, 371–372 (1935). https://doi.org/10.1038/135371b0
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