Dorrit Hoffleit, American astronomer and academic (d. 2007)
Ellen Dorrit Hoffleit (March 12, 1907 – April 9, 2007) was an American senior research astronomer at Yale University. She is most widely known for her work in variable stars, astrometry, spectroscopy, meteors, and the Bright Star Catalog, as well as her mentorship of many young women and generations of astronomers.
1907Mar, 12
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Events on 1907
- 23May
Parliament of Finland
The unicameral Parliament of Finland gathers for its first plenary session. - 22Jun
Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway
The London Underground's Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway opens. - 7Sep
RMS Lusitania
Cunard Line's RMS Lusitania sets sail on her maiden voyage from Liverpool, England, to New York City. - 16Nov
RMS Mauretania (1906)
Cunard Line's RMS Mauretania, sister ship of RMS Lusitania, sets sail on her maiden voyage from Liverpool, England, to New York City. - 31Dec
Times Square
The first New Year's Eve celebration is held in Times Square (then known as Longacre Square) in Manhattan.