Quote by Simon Newcomb

The result was that, if it happened to clear off after a cloudy evening, I frequently arose from my bed at any hour of the night or morning and walked two miles to the observatory to make some observation included in the programme.

The result was that, if it happened to clear off after a clo

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This quote highlights the author's dedication and passion for astronomy. Despite the weather conditions or the late hour, the author was willing to leave their bed and walk a considerable distance to the observatory in order to carry out observations. It exemplifies the author's commitment to their scientific pursuits and the unwavering determination to contribute to their research program, illustrating the lengths they were willing to go to in order to further their astronomical studies.

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