Case Western Reserve University Archives

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.

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