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Clyde William Tombaugh (/ ˈ t ɒ m b aʊ /; February 4, 1906 – January 17, 1997) was an American astronomer. He discovered the ninth planet Pluto in 1930, the first object to be discovered in what would later be identified as the Kuiper belt .
Mar 23, 2002 · Standing at the door of Slipher’s office, Tombaugh announced, “I have found your planet X.” Clyde had never before come to make such a statement. Slipher stood up from his chair, and with ...
Jan 20, 1997 · Clyde W. Tombaugh, who earned a lasting place in the annals of astronomy by discovering Pluto in the far reaches of the solar system in 1930, died on Friday at his home in Las Cruces, N.M. He was 90.
Feb 15, 2013 · From 1955 until he retired in 1973, he taught at New Mexico State University. Tombaugh passed away at his home in Las Cruces, N.M., on Jan. 17, 1997. An avid amateur astronomer. Unimpressed with ...
May 26, 2015 · Clyde Tombaugh is best known for finding Pluto, but he's also remembered for the inspiration and friendship he offered to many young scientists. Clyde Tombaugh stands beside the 9-inch telescope ...
Jan 19, 1997 · Clyde W. Tombaugh, discoverer of the planet Pluto, has died at his home in New Mexico. He was 90.
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