Correspondence and lists concerning fossils borrowed, loaned, or exchanged by the State Paleontologist
Series Number
A4211
Summary
This series consists of records of fossils borrowed, loaned, or exchanged by the state paleontologist James Hall in the course of his research. Also included are lists of sets of duplicated fossils donated to colleges and secondary schools and correspondence related to the disposition of these sets.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
State Museum of Natural History geological chart by James Hall
Series Number
B1594
Summary
This series consists of two almost identical versions of a published geological chart and a small accompanying published key prepared by James Hall entitled ''A chart giving an ideal section of successive geological formations with an actual geological section, from the Atlantic, to the Pacific Ocean." The lower half of the chart depicts geological sections, some hand colored and annotated, illustrating the stratigraphy of specific areas. Elaborate representations of characteristic fossils of each formation are depicted on the top portion.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
Restricted due to fragile physical condition. Use only with permission of preservation administrator.
Pre-publication texts and illustrations for State Museum publications
Series Number
B0578
Summary
This series contains draft materials including notes, texts, galleys, illustrations, tables, and maps for Museum publications. Includes approximately 100 photoprints and drawings apparently used to illustrate publications and reports in geology, paleontology, and other areas of natural history. Of note are records and correspondence relating to James Hall's publications. Also included are annual reports of the state geologist, State Museum director, and State Cabinet of Natural History; and volumes of the Paleontology of New York.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
State Museum Director's, State Geologist's, and State Paleontologist's correspondence, drafts of publications, and photographs
Series Number
B0579
Summary
This series consists of correspondence; drafts publications; notes; photographs of fossils and geological features and formations; maps; pamphlets; and drawings of geological sections. The records were accumulated by James Hall, State Geologist, State Paleontologist, Curator of the State Cabinet of Natural History, and Director of the State Museum of Natural History. Much of the material concerns the preparation and publication of the Paleontology of New York.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Photograph album of geologic features in Great Britain
Series Number
A3159
Summary
This series consists of photographs and printed descriptions of geologic features in Great Britain. Descriptions indicate the location, date of photograph, and explain the characteristics and origins of the feature depicted. A typed note in the album indicates that all photographs exist as lanternslides.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Original drawings for Volume V of the Natural History of New York: Paleontology
Series Number
A4193
Summary
This series consists of original pencil illustrations for Volume V of the Natural History of New York: Paleontology, written by James Hall and published in 1874. The drawings are of fossil specimens of radiata, crinoidea, and corals.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
This series consists of a journal kept by the State Paleontologist, John M. Clarke. Entries are sporadic and vary in length and detail. They contain information on field trips planned or taken by Clarke, projects (including publications) under way in the paleontology office of the Museum, the settlement of James Hall's estate, and efforts to secure appropriations.
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
State Museum Director's, State Geologist's, and State Paleontologist's album of diplomas and certificates
Series Number
A0128
Summary
The memorial album contains diplomas, honorary degrees, and certificates of election to scientific and natural history societies awarded to James Hall former director of in the State Museum. Included are the Governor's proclamation designating Hall as State Geologist and Paleontologist indefinitely (1893) and a resolution of the State Assembly absolving Hall of all charges against his integrity (1896).
Creator
New York State Museum of Natural History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.