Photographs, Geological formations (48 and 48a)
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PrintThe 9 photographs document geological and botanical observations of Bohumil Shimek while in Iowa. Photographs are undated and are grouped by number. They are individually numbered and include typed descriptions listing a combination of location, type of formation, and type of plants. Subject matter includes vistas and detail images of prairie, Turkey Creek, and hillside vegetation (trees, sumach, bur-oak). Locations are in the vicinity of Iowa City, Homestead, Forest City, and Unionville.
1878-1936
1878
1936
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SIA RU007082
Bohumil Shimek Papers, 1878-1936
7 black-and-white photographs
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Box 5 Folder 3