Papers of Clarence King, 1859-1902.

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Papers of Clarence King, 1859-1902.

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The collection consist of Clarence King's scientific and professional papers (including those concerning a reconaissance in Arizona in 1865 and 1866, and Mexican mining companies). The 43 scientific notebooks in the collection include material on the California Geological Survey in 1864-66 and the United States Geological Exploration of the Fortieth Parallel from 1867-72. The collection also contains correspondence, a few manuscripts, photographs, and 10 letter books.

Approximately 752 pieces.2 boxes.10 letter books.43 notebooks.

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United States Geological exploration of the Fortieth Parallel 1867 / 1881)

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The U.S. Geological Exploration of the Fortieth Parallel took place over five seasons, traveling through California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado to map its topography, and discover its resources during the years 1867 – 1881. Commissioned by Congress, and placed under the control of the United States Engineer Corps, geologist Clarence R. King, was selected as the leader of the exploration. King was entrusted with the first major effort to map the area in great detail. Assisting King in leading the...

Geological Survey of California

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The Geological survey of California was established in 1860 and began operation in 1863. J.D. Whitney served as State Geologist until the survey sas discontinued in 1874. Other individuals involved in the work of the survey included Amos Bowman, William H. Brewer, G.H. Goddard, S. Mather and Vitus Wackenreuder. (For complete list of names involved, consult the finding aid.) From the description of Geological survey of California records, 1844-1873. (University of California, Berkeley...

King, Clarence, 1842-1901

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Clarence Rivers King (1842-1901) was a geologist, mining engineer, and writer. He graduated from Yale Scientific School in 1862, journeyed West, and joined the California Geological Survey as volunteers. From 1867-1877, King directed the geological and scientific survey of the Fortieth Parallel from eastern Colorado to the California border. The next year he was made head of the newly established United States Geological Survey, a position he held until entering private practice as a mining engi...

United States Geological Survey

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The United States Geological Survey, a part of the Bureau of the Interior, was created by Congress in 1879 for the purpose of the classification of the public lands, and examination of the geological structure, mineral resources, and products of the national domain. As part of its survey, study and classification of the geology of the United States, the department has produced a vast photographic record, now housed in the U.S. Geological Survey Library in Lakewood, Colorado. The USGS photographi...