Research

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New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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Approximately 300 images depict mineral mines, quarries, cement plants, terra cotta factories, and stone crushing plants; natural features of specific communities; industrial development; geologic formations; and geological exhibits. Many were made by Geological Survey geologists to illustrate State .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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This series contains texts of articles, speeches, and essays by John M. Clarke, director of the Division of Science and the State Museum. Most appear to be prepared for popular rather than scientific audiences. Included are newspaper articles and an essay on evolution; an unpublished essay, "The Content .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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This series consists of financial statements, bills, memorandums, and telegrams concerning the allocation and expenditure of State Museum funds. Most expenditures relate to geological and paleontological research conducted by Museum scientists. Projects include New York State's exhibit at the World's .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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Incoming correspondence to John M. Clarke, State Museum director and State Geologist (1904-1925), and State Paleontologist (1898-1925). Topics include Clarke's publication of a monograph on early Devonic history, his receipt of the Hayden Memorial Gold Medal, and his research of the geology and paleontology .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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This series contains field notes of geological investigations, organized into three groupings according to the particular survey to which they pertained: the Geological and Natural History Survey, ca. 1832-1845; the Geological Survey, 1885-1939; and the Capitol District Ground Water Survey, 1938. The .........

 

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New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum

 

 

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This series consists of correspondence, newspaper clippings, notes, reports, surveys, well logs, and maps mostly relating to oil and natural gas location and production in New York State. Most of the files were created by two Geological Survey geologists whose specialties were "economic geology." Included .........

 

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New York State Archives