William Ferrel papers, 1857-1899.

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William Ferrel papers, 1857-1899.

Papers concerning Ferrel's career with the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey and the Signal Office. Included are letters from eminent American and European scientists concerning meteorological subjects; copies of Ferrel's writings and publications; photographs of an eclipse of the sun, 1860, and of several scientists; an account of Bethany College, Lancaster, Pa., Ferrel's alma mater; and bills and receipts.

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Ferrel, William, 1817-1891

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Meteorologist, of Washington, D.C. From the description of William Ferrel papers, 1857-1899. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 19647009 ...

Bethany College (Lancaster, Pa.)

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U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey

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Drawn by R.D. Cutts. From the description of Pulgas base : map, 1854. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122398096 Historical Background The story of the Union Pacific Railroad's involvement with oil and the Tidelands goes back to at least 1911 when the State of California granted the City of Long Beach its tidelands properties for development of commerce, navigation, fisheries, and recreation under a public trust doctine, me...