1886 The original U. of Chicago became bankrupt. The telescope was determined to be the property of the Chicago Astronomical Society, which was instructed to remove it.
	1887 The Dearborn telescope was moved to Northwestern University. J. B. Hobbs donated the new home at a cost of $25,000.
1889 The new Dearborn Observatory was dedicated. 1909 Professor Hough died. Malcolm McNeill became the temporary director, followed by Phillip Fox. 102 double stars were discovered with the observatory.