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Grandson Returns To Transit Site In Aiken Note
Henry J. and Jewell Carl visit Aiken to view the 1882 Transit of Venus observatory built by German scientists. Frederick Carl, believed machinist and possible astronomer, helped devise models for patent applicants and stayed in Washington, D.C. The 223 Ave observatory remains, built to minimize vibration and housed a revolving two section telescope. The 1882 transit occurred December 6 as the Aiken team succeeded while others failed.
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Henry J. Carl
Annapolis, Md
Carl
Aiken
Eugene N. Beard
Lynne Katonak
Henry J
Jewell Carl
Annapolis
Germany
Washington, D.C
Frederick Carl
Carl Carl
Wittwil Ocean Line
Oy Ave
N.W
Franz
America