Iowa Geological Survey

<p>Iowa Geological Survey Volume 9 offers a comprehensive look into the geological landscape and natural resources of Iowa as it was understood at the close of the 19th century. This report compiled by the Iowa Geological Survey provides detailed scientific observations and analyses relevant to the state's geological formations mineral deposits and other natural endowments.</p> <p>Originally published in 1899 this volume serves as a valuable historical record capturing a pivotal era in the exploration and understanding of Iowa's natural environment. It provides critical insights for researchers historians and anyone interested in the geological history and resource management practices of the period. The survey's findings contribute to a broader understanding of the state's geological heritage and its impact on the region's development.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>