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Astronomy, it is safe to say, is the oldest of the sciences
Astronomy, it is safe to say, is the oldest of the sciences

Astronomy, it is safe to say, is the oldest of the sciences

Date1/11/1947
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Original Toronto Star caption: Astronomy; it is safe to say; is the oldest of the sciences. In ancient Chaldea and Egypt; 5;000 and more years ago; men with no instruments; solely by observation; had gathered an astonishingly large amount of correct star lore. Above; is a stone gnomon or sun dial in old China.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0017645F
Astronomy, it is safe to say, is the oldest of the sciences
Astronomy, it is safe to say, is the oldest of the sciences
1/11/1947
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