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Astronomical Observatory
 
map Astronomical Observatory
Location: south central part of Case campus Description: Observatory made of cement piers and corrugated iron
Other Names
 Transit House
1905-1907: Observatory		    

Constructed 1897 Razed ca. 1920
   
General Contractor
 The Van Dorn Iron Works Co.

Cost $250
Occupants
 1897-ca. 1920: Case Mathematics and Astronomy Dept.
Uses
 1897-ca. 1920: Research and teaching


Trivia
 First Case building razed
 


This summary was compiled by staff of the University Archives from sources in the custody of the Archives.