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In 1883, Anthony Chabot, a successful hydraulic engineer and
provider of water to the city of Oakland, agreed to fund
an 8-inch telescope. Mr. Chabot subsequently funded the new
observatory as well, which opened in downtown Oakland
on November 24th of the same year.
The 8" refractor was named "Leah."
Right:
Chabot 8-inch Refractor, "Leah," at Mountain Boulevard Site
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