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Postcard of Telescope at Grand Canyon. ca. 1912, Telescope in the Lookout. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona H-1890 The telescope in this tower in not the usual type of single-barrel machine. It is constructed exactly like an opera glass, and the layman experience no difficulty in seeing through it, as it needs no more adjustment than any ordinary opera glass and the field of vision is ten to twenty times greater than through the ordinary single-barrel machine. The north rim of the Canyon, thirteen miles away, with its forest of pines, appears only half mile away through the telescope. This machine has been installed for the benefit of all visitors to the Canyon and no charge is made to anyone
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Date: 26th March 2014
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Postcard of Telescope at Grand Canyon. ca. 1912, Telescope in the Lookout. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona H-1890 The telescope in this tower in not the usual type of single-barrel machine. It is constructed exactly like an opera glass, and the layman experience no difficulty in seeing through it, as it needs no more adjustment than any ordinary opera glass and the field of vision is ten to twenty times greater than through the ordinary single-barrel machine. The north rim of the Canyon, thirteen miles away, with its forest of pines, appears only half mile away through the telescope. This machine has been installed for the benefit of all visitors to the Canyon and no charge is made to anyone
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This vintage postcard captures a fascinating glimpse into the past at the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona, circa 1912. The focal point of the image is a unique telescope located in a lookout tower. Unlike traditional single-barrel machines, this telescope resembles an opera glass and offers an extraordinary viewing experience for both experts and laymen alike. With no more adjustments required than an ordinary opera glass, visitors can effortlessly peer through it to witness breathtaking sights that are ten to twenty times larger than what can be seen with regular telescopes. The astonishing capabilities of this telescope are demonstrated by its ability to bring the distant north rim of the Canyon, situated thirteen miles away, seemingly within half a mile's reach. Through its lens, one can marvel at the lush forest of pines adorning the far-off rim as if they were just around the corner. Installed solely for the benefit of all visitors to this awe-inspiring natural wonder, there is no charge imposed on anyone who wishes to utilize this remarkable piece of equipment. Its presence serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with exploring and appreciating nature's grandeur. This photograph not only showcases technological advancements from over a century ago but also invites us to reflect on our timeless desire to connect with and appreciate magnificent landscapes such as those found at Grand Canyon National Park.
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