posted on 2023-11-22, 08:20authored byAlfred Barrett Biggs
The recent eclipse, although not total, was so nearly so that it was looked forward to with particular interest, and I determined to make the best of the opportunity, with special reference to the moon's appearance in shadow. I opportunately, the circumstances were most favourable, the moon being free from clouds throughout.
History
Publication title
Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania
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309
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In 1843 the Horticultural and Botanical Society of Van Diemen's Land was founded and became the Royal Society of Van Diemen's Land for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science in 1844. In 1855 its name changed to Royal Society of Tasmania for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science. In 1911 the name was shortened to Royal Society of Tasmania..