Halley's comet return discussed by Prof Barnard
Mary Proctor reports on Halley's Comet return after 75 years. E B Barnard of Yerkes describes photography aid from Lick and Yerkes telescopes to capture the wanderer, predicting visibility in winter 1909 and noting brightness variances and orbital uncertainties for 1910.
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Jupiter to Grasp Comets and Asteroids on Cosmic Path
A historical science column notes Jupiter will accelerate to 788 miles per minute after a Mars era, plunging through the asteroid belt. It warns of a potential collision with a passing comet and claims Jupiter has captured thirty comets, forming a vast family.
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Comet’s Train and Future Return Expected to Delight
The article recalls the comet’s displays during prior returns. In 1799 the train extended about fifty feet, best seen in the Southern hemisphere, roughly half the sky from zenith to horizon. By 1835 the train had shortened to fifteen degrees, a third of the earlier length, and observers hoped the next appearance would match its famed splendor.
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Neptune
Donati
Biela
Halley
Halley’s Comet Nears Sun While Neptune Lags Behind
The 1910 Halley’s comet forecast notes no near encounters with Jupiter or other giant planets. After passing Jupiter and Mars it will speed toward the sun, then slow near aphelion, with Neptune’s gravity largely ignored due to its distance and late discovery. The piece also highlights Miss Leah B. Allen’s ascent in astronomy, detailing her Brown University studies, Upton mentorship, and upcoming Carnegie fellowship at Lick Observatory.
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University
Evacuation of Cuba Begins as U S Forces Leave
Havana December 27 the New Year will mark the start of the U S army evacuation from Cuba begun in 1906 with the first provisional regiment of marines about 900 strong sailing on January 1 from Havana aboard the cruiser Prairie and the transport Sumner. Embarkations proceed from Matanzas and Granajay with units destined for Fort Snelling and Fort Myer among others as the final departures are planned for April 1. Cuban authorities and citizens express approval of the withdrawal signaling independence and a smooth model camp transition under General Pino Guerra.
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Mountain Artillery
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Sagua
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Plattsburg
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Camaguey
Fort McPherson
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Taft
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Providence Girl Named Carnegie Assistant at Lick Observatory
A pretty Providence girl has been honored by appointment as Carnegie assistant at the Lick Observatory. She is the only New England recipient in the role.
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Lick Observatory
Robsons
Fattening Powers of the Humble Potato
A discussion of the potato diet linked to Harry Thaw’s confinement and its fattening potential. Doctors debate nutritional value and risks, noting potatoes’ high water and starch content and the advantage of cooking with the jacket to preserve nutrients. The piece cites caloric estimates and cautions about digestive burden.
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