Boston, Massachusetts, USA (East, North, South) (Allston) (Readville) (Roslindale)
1806 - June 16 - A total eclipse of the sun was viewed from southern California to Massachusetts.

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Extract of a letter from Boston, June 16th.
"The long expected Solar Eclipse has completely engrossed the attention of all orders and conditions of people. The tops of the houses, and every accessible eminence, were occupied by immense numbers of spectators anxiously awaiting to behold this rare and interesting phenomenon. The progress of this curious spectacle was watched with the most vigilant attention by gentlemen of science, assisted by instruments adapted to the purpose. I have no doubt the result of their observations will confirm the accuracy of the calculations which have been made of this great eclipse. At the moment of complete obscuration, the sky was involved in darkness, and a number of stars appeared, shining with vivid light. The day was uncommonly calm and serene, and not a cloud for a single moment obscured the sight."

The Evening Post
New York, New York
June 21, 1806

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