Clarence Chant

Clarence Augustus Chant (May 31, 1865–November 18, 1956) was a Canadian astronomer and physicist. He was born in Hagermans Corners, Ontario to Christopher Chant and Elizabeth Croft. In 1882 he attended Markham High School, where he demonstrated a mathematical ability. After graduation he attended St. Catherines Collegiate Institute and York County Model School in Toronto. He left to work as an instructor in 1884, and taught at Maxwell, Osprey Township for the following three years. By 1887 he began studying mathematics and physics at the University College of the University of Toronto. Upon graduation he became a civil servant in Ottawa, working as a temporary clerk in the office of the Auditor General. Due to the limited prospects his...