Lapham, Increase Allen, 1811-1875

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Birth 1811-03-07
Death 1875-09-14
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Biographical notes:

Increase Allen Lapham (1811-1875), scientist and scholar of Milwaukee, Wis., was a keen observer and prolific recorder of geographical, topographical, botanical, climactic, and other physical aspects of the state of Wisconsin. He served as President of the State Historical Society and State Geologist and was influential in urging the establishment of a weather bureau in 1869.

From the description of Antiquities of Wisconsin, 1850-1855. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 207149049

Increase A. Lapham, an early pioneer, was a civil engineer, naturalist, and cartographer, and is considered the founder of the United States Weather Bureau.

From the description of Papers, 1836-1978 bulk 1836-1875. (Library Council of Metropolitan Milwaukee). WorldCat record id: 25956608

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