About Solon Irving Bailey
Lived 1854 – 1931 (aged 76). Solon Irving Bailey was an American astronomer, known for Boyden Observatory.
Solon Irving Bailey (December 29, 1854 – June 5, 1931) was an American astronomer and discoverer of the asteroid 504 Cora, on June 30, 1902. in Arequipa, Peru, and was in charge of it from 1892 to 1919. He was also one of the first to carry out meteorological studies in Peru, traveling extensively in desolate areas at very high altitude. Boyden Station was moved to South Africa in 1927 due to better weather conditions and became known as the Boyden Observatory.
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Who was Solon Irving Bailey?
American astronomer (1854–1931)
When was Solon Irving Bailey born?
Solon Irving Bailey was born on 29 December 1854 in Lisbon.
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Solon Irving Bailey died on 5 June 1931 in Boston.
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Solon Irving Bailey was an astronomer.
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Solon Irving Bailey was known for Boyden Observatory.
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Solon Irving Bailey was American.
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