Ray S. Bassler Papers, 1899-1925

Object Details

Notes: Folder List in accession file.; Electronic List in accession file.
Organization: Unarranged
Summary: This accession consists of field books of Ray S. Bassler (1878-1961), a geologist and paleontologist in the United States National Museum. These notes mainly focus on his trips to Tennessee, Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. One field book contains notes made by John M. Nickles, who accompanied Bassler. Materials also include notes, maps, scientific illustrations, and photographs.
Repository Loc.: Smithsonian Institution Archives Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520

Creator: Bassler, Ray S (Ray Smith) 1878-1961
Subject: Bassler, Ray S (Ray Smith) 1878-1961; Nickles, John M (John Milton) 1859-1945; United States National Museum

Type: Manuscripts; Collection descriptions; Field notes; Maps; Scientific illustrations; Black-and-white photographs