ROSSITER, R. A.
Professional
Astronomer
Born: 1896
Died: 1977
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Director of Lamont-Hussey Observatory1928 - 1952
Summary:
He chose the name "Lamont-Hussey Observatory" in honour of Prof. Hussey. He alone made 5 534 discoveries of double stars and 23 814 measurements. During his last two years of Directorship he composed a "Catalogue of Southern Double Stars", which was published in 1955, in memory of Prof. Hussey. He did not return to the USA and died in Bloemfontein, after retirement in Natal. He was director of Lamont-Hussey Observatory from 1928 to 1952 and oversaw its construction as well.
History:
Career:
1928 - 1952 Director of Lamont-Hussey
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Bibliography:
Moore, P. & Collins, P., Astronomy in Southern Africa, p
(General Source)
Smits, P., A Brief History of Astronomy in Southern Africa. (Unpublished)
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