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-will probably become the central meteorological station of the sur- 

 rounding states. Its Meridian Circle is of 4 inches aperture, "with 

 3-foot circles. Its Amici Equatorial has 2-J- inches aperture only, and 

 is thus too small for most astronomical purposes. Its collection of 

 meteorological and magnetic apparatus is, on the contrary, very com- 

 plete and noteworthy." 



Observatory of Padua. 



M. Santini,* Director; M. Lorenzoni, Astronomer. 



" This observatory dates from 1774. It is well situated for obser- 

 vations of precision, as the numerous catalogues of stars published 

 by its celebrated director testify sufficiently. The principal instru- 

 ments of the observatory are a Meridian Circle and an Equatorial, 

 both by Starke. There is also a Spectroscope by Hoffman. The 

 two latter instruments are used by Lorenzoni for daily observations 

 of the solar protuberances. The Meridian Circle is employed in ob- 

 servations of the sun, planets, and the principal stars." 



Observatory of Milan. 



M. Schiaparelli, Director ; M. Celoria, Astronomer. 



" The Milan Observatory is one of the most ancient of Italy, its 

 foundation in the Brera Palace having been established in 1700. 

 Among its directors have been the celebrated astronomers Boscovicn, 

 Oriani, Cesaris, and Carlini. It contains two halls, one for the 

 Equatorial and one for the Meridian Circle. The former, by Merz, 

 was mounted in February, 1875. It is to be devoted to a re-observa- 

 tion of Struve's double stars. The Meridian Circle is by Starke." 



Observatory of Turin. 



M. Dorxa, Director; TNI. Charrier, Assistant. 



"The present observatory of Turin was constructed in 1820, and 

 until 1864 it was under the direction of the illustrious Plana; since 

 that time it has been part of the university, and is under the charge 

 of the Professor of Astronomy. Its instruments are: 1. A Meridian 

 Circle, by Reichenbacii. This excellent instrument is used for obser- 

 vations of the sun and stars for the determination of the time, which is 

 given to the city by means of a time-ball. 2. A Comet-seeker, mounted 

 in a small dome. 3. A Bepcatiiui-circle, by Ertel, used for purposes 

 of instruction. 4. An Equatorial, 4.01 inches aperture, which will be 

 used by Dr. Charrier for spectroscopic observations of the solar 

 protuberances. A larger Equatorial is soon to replace this." 



Died July, 1ST7. 



