L. C. Marchant papers, 1950-1985.

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L. C. Marchant papers, 1950-1985.

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The Marchant collection comprise the research and project files for Marchant's work in the field of petroleum geology. The materials deal primarily with his work on tar sands. The collection contains reports, maps, charts, cross section drawings, environmental impact statements, conference proceedings, correspondence and memoranda, professional journals, photographic material, audio-visual material, manuscript material, and various project and subject files containing a variety of printed material. The Marchant Papers deal with tar sand fields in the United States and abroad and document collaboration between United States agencies and those in Canada and the former Soviet Union on the topic. In addition, the collection covers the development of United States energy policy as it related to tar sand use.

50.0 cubic ft. (58 boxes)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7968653

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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University of Wyoming Research Corporation. Western Research Institute

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Marchant, L. C. (Leland C.)

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Leland C. “Lee” Marchant was an independent consultant on petroleum geology and specifically on tar sands and their potential for the creation of synthetic fuels. He also worked for the Laramie Energy Technology Center and was associated with the Western Research Institute. Both institutions were affiliated with the University of Wyoming. From the guide to the L.C. Marchant papers, circa 1950-circa 1985, (University of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.) Leland C. "Lee" Marc...

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United States. Bureau of Mines

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"In response to the growing number of fatalities in the mining industry, the United States Bureau of Mines (USBM) was established in 1910 to promote improved safety in mining through research and training. The USBM provided information to the public on the minerals industry. In September, 1995, the Congress voted to abolish the USBM" (http://www.msha.gov/TRAINING/LIBRARY/BureauofMines.htm; accessed 10/26/2009). From the description of United States Bureau of Mines Map Collection, Bef...

Laramie Energy Technology Center

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United Nations Institute for Training and Research.

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