Removal of the Grubb 6” Refractor from ‘Ardencraig’

Mr McDonald subdivided the Ardencraig estate and advertised it for sale by auction: ‘For sale on the grounds 4th November 1916.’ It was so advertised in the Brisbane ‘Telegraph’ (afternoon newspaper) on 7th October 1916 (page 11). Nevertheless, use of the telescope continued for a short while as reported at page 8 of the Brisbane … Continue reading Removal of the Grubb 6” Refractor from ‘Ardencraig’