An Address on the Propriety of Continuing the State Geological Survey of California - Softcover

Delivered Before The Legislature, At Sacramento, Thursday Evening, January 30th, 1868

 
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Synopsis

This book presents the first address on the progress of California's Geological Survey, delivered before the Legislature. The author, the survey's State Geologist, gives an eloquent and exhaustive view of the survey's accomplishments. Under the author's direction, the survey was expanded to include physical geography, geology, and natural history, and the results gathered were for the public's benefit. Geographical maps and physical geography studies are explained, along with their importance and how this survey will benefit the state. Also discussed is the integral role that this survey plays in the establishment of a State University and other institutions of learning. In this speech, the author explains the vital importance of this survey and makes an impassioned case for its continuance.

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