Biennial Report of the State Geologist: Transmitted by the Board of Managers of the Bureau of Geology and Mines to the 42nd General Assembly (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780428188399: Biennial Report of the State Geologist: Transmitted by the Board of Managers of the Bureau of Geology and Mines to the 42nd General Assembly (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0428188397 ISBN 13: 9780428188399

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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In-Depth look at Missouri’s geology and mineral wealth

This historical Biennial Report presents the work of the Missouri Bureau of Geology and Mines, led by the State Geologist, from 1901 to 1903. It covers field surveys, museum and library growth, and the role of geology in shaping the state’s economy and resources.

The volume compiles the bureau’s relocation to Rolla, its expanded staff, and the ongoing effort to map rock formations, assess mineral deposits, and publish practical reports. It also documents county-by-county findings, petition responses, and early Portland cement developments that influenced construction across the state.

Insights into museum collections, the library, and how specimens support research and public inquiries
Details on personnel, budgeting, and the bureau’s mission to connect geology with Missouri’s industries
Discussion of economic minerals like lead, zinc, barite, coal, and cement materials
Descriptions of maps, reports, and the process of distributing scientific publications

Ideal for readers of state history, geology, and the development of natural resources in the early 20th century.

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