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Francis Baily

English astronomer, a friend and scientific colleague.

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Also known as Mr. Francis Baily, Francis Baily

First appearance: xiii recollections of wollaston davy and rogers

Francis Baily first appears in 0022 xiii recollections of wollaston davy and rogers.

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