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supposition seems correct, in which case it
can easily be shown from the above figures
that the distance of this Nova was 300 light
years.
Star Catalogues. –Since the days of very
accurate observations numerous star-catalogues
have been produced by individuals or by
observatories. Bradley’s monumental work
may be said to head the list. Lacaille’s,
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