Robert Balk papers, 1922-1956.

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Robert Balk papers, 1922-1956.

The papers of geologist, Robert Balk, document his field work and research through his detailed field notebooks, research data, and photographs. Balk's extensive surveys and mappings in New York state, Massachusetts, and south and southwestern United States are represented. Other material relates to his writing career and his teaching at Mount Holyoke College. This collection documents Balk's field work and research through his detailed field notebooks, research data, and photographs. Balk acted as editor of "Geology of North America" published in 1939. Final items are nearly 1000 photographs which illustrate activities in Balk's career.

6.2 linear ft. (8 Document Boxes, 2 Record Center Boxes, 1 Flat Box)

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Waters, Aaron C. (Aaron Clement), 1905-1991

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