Illinois Geology 4 trip, April - May 1948

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Abstract

The notebook documents William Oliver's geological observations of sites in Illinois, April 2-8, 1948. The notebook begins with an overview of locations. Entries are organized by day of trip. They describe locations, including local and geological landmarks (sometimes hand drawn maps) as well as descriptions of strata. There are also notes referring to coursework, lectures, and exams in May 1948. There is a loose insert, Christmas card.

Date Range

1948

Start Date

Dec 31, 1969

End Date

Dec 31, 1969

Access Information

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Topic

  • Geology
  • Paleontology

Place

  • United States
  • Illinois

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Maps

Accession #

SIA Acc. 15-307

Collection name

William Albert Oliver papers, 1946-1998

Physical Description

1 Field book

Physical Location

Smithsonian Institution Archives

Sublocation

Box 1 Folder 2