All Items 81 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 81 Contributor 16 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 81 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 74 Deane, James, 1801-1858 9 Association of American Geologists and Naturalists 3 Eaton, Amos, 1776-1842 2 J.S. & C. Adams (Firm) 2 Lyell, Charles, Sir, 1797-1875 2 Silliman, Benjamin, 1816-1885 2 Amherst College 1 Amherst College. Class of 1824. Shepard 1 Amherst College. Class of 1857 1 Featherstonhaugh, George William, 1780-1866 1 Mantell, Gideon Algernon, 1790-1852 1 Shepard, Charles Upham, 1804-1886 1 Silliman, Benjamin D., (Benjamin Douglas), 1805-1901 1 Williams, Stephen W., (Stephen West), 1790-1855 1 show more 11 show fewer Location 6 United States 75 Vermont 2 Amherst 1 Brandon 1 Massachusetts 1 Rhode Island 1 show more 1 show fewer Topic 20 Correspondence 75 Geologists 73 Adversaries 8 Geology 7 Knowledge 6 Map printing 4 Career in education 3 Catalogs and collections 3 Costs 3 Printing 3 Congresses 2 Geological specimens 2 Maps 2 Plants 2 Scholarly publishing 2 Books and reading. 1 College teachers 1 Drift 1 Faculty 1 Fishes, Fossil 1 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 1 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 81 Genre 4 Correspondence 75 Extracts 6 Articles 4 Proceedings 2 Subject 20 The American journal of science and arts 81 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Correspondence 75 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 – Correspondence 74 Geologists – United States – 19th century – Correspondence 73 Deane, James, 1801-1858 8 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Adversaries 8 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Knowledge – Geology 5 Map printing 4 Association of American Geologists and Naturalists 3 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Career in education 3 Printing – Costs 3 Eaton, Amos, 1776-1842 2 Geology – Maps 2 Geology – United States – Congresses 2 J.S. & C. Adams (Firm) 2 Lyell, Charles, Sir, 1797-1875 2 Plants – Catalogs and collections 2 Silliman, Benjamin, 1816-1885 – Correspondence 2 Amherst College – Faculty 1 Amherst College. Class of 1824. Shepard 1 show more 15 show fewer Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1826 February 19 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman informs Hitchcock that his piece on topaz, written with Silliman's nephew, Benjamin D. Silliman, during a recent visit to Yale has been included in The American Journal of Science. Silliman also discusses an apparatus and an outbreak of influenza at Yale. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1826 February 19 Abstract of the proceedings of the fifth session of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists Association of American Geologists and Naturalists Pages extracted from volume 47, number 1 of the American Journal of Science and Arts containing a summary of the proceedings of the fifth meeting of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists, which was held in Washington, D.C. in May 1844. The document summarizes what occurred each day of the meeting, including papers presented and ensuing discussions, committees formed, and resolutions made. Hitchcock's contributions to the meeting are included. Abstract of the proceedings of the fifth session of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists Abstract of the proceedings of the fourth session of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists, extract Association of American Geologists and Naturalists Two pages from "Abstract of the proceedings of the fourth session of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists" extracted from volume 45, number 2 of the American Journal of Science and Arts, published in 1843. The extract describes a debate between Edward Hitchcock, Joseph Nicollete, William C. Redfield, and Henry Darwin Rogers regarding Louis Agassiz's glacial theory. Hitchcock notes that he is almost afraid to say anything more on the subject due to much misunderstanding of his previous reports on it, but states that he believes the phenomena of drift is the result of ice and water, though he is uncertain which is a greater force or what causes such action of ice and water. Abstract of the proceedings of the fourth session of the Association of American Geologists and Naturalists, extract Description of a large bowlder in the drift of Amherst, Massachusetts, with parallel striae upon four sides Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Pages extracted from volume 22, number 66 of the second series of the American Journal of Science and Arts, published in 1856, containing an article by Edward Hitchcock about a boulder found in Amherst, Massachusetts. He describes its shape, size, and weight, as well as how the Amherst College Class of 1857 dug the boulder out. Hitchcock also discusses the boulder's striation in detail, suggesting potential ways the striation could have occurred. Description of a large bowlder in the drift of Amherst, Massachusetts, with parallel striae upon four sides On a new fossil fish and new fossil footmarks Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An article by Edward Hitchcock extracted from the American Journal of Science and Arts second series, volume 21, number 61, published in 1856. The article describes two fossil specimens and includes an illustration. First, Hitchcock describes a fish fossil specimen, where it was found, and Professor Louis Agassiz's views about the specimen. He then provides a detailed description of fossil footprints discovered in sandstone in Turner's Falls, Massachusetts including the scientific name he has given the specimen (Gigandipus caudalus) and a description of the slab in which the prints are embedded. He posits that the tracks were not made by a bird due to the presence of a tail. On a new fossil fish and new fossil footmarks On the conversion of certain conglomerates into talcose and micaceous schists and gneiss, by the elongation, flattening and metamorphosis of the pebbles and the cement Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An illustrated article by Edward Hitchcock extracted from volume 31, number 93 of the second series of the American Journal of Science and Arts, published in 1861, in which Edward Hitchcock discusses pebbles found in Vermont and Newport, Rhode Island. Hitchcock explains his and his son Charles H. Hitchcock's observations of these pebbles and why he believes they prove the theory of metamorphism. He notes that they have been elongated, flattened, and occasionally have formed around each other, undergoing changes that would not be possible for solid rock. He ends with a note about some arguments against his theory, and reiterates why he believes these pebbles are the result of metamorphism. On the conversion of certain conglomerates into talcose and micaceous schists and gneiss, by the elongation, flattening and metamorphosis of the pebbles and the cement Description of a brown coal deposit in Brandon, Vermont, with an attempt to determine the geological age of the principal hematite ore beds in the United States Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An article by Edward Hitchcock describing a brown coal (also known as lignite) deposit in Vermont. The article appeared in volume 15, number 43 of the second series of the American Journal of Science and Arts, published in 1853. Hitchcock describes the topography of the area and the different types of material in the deposit, including fruit and seed fossils as well as lignite. Several illustrations of the specimens discussed are included. Description of a brown coal deposit in Brandon, Vermont, with an attempt to determine the geological age of the principal hematite ore beds in the United States Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 May 8 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman describes several pieces that will be published in The American Journal of Science. Silliman also encourages Hitchcock to continue work on his geological map, offers to send some foreign journals to Hitchcock, and expresses his gratification for Hitchcock and a colleague's favorable opinion of the Journal. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 May 8 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1831 May 21 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman acknowledges receipt of ten dollars from the Society, asks Hitchcock if the paper on spiders will be ready soon, and asks for an update on the geological reports and the map for The American Journal of Science. Silliman also apologizes for a controversy over wine and the harm it may have caused for temperance. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1831 May 21 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1828 March 10 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman apologizes for his recent lack of communication due to his work on a textbook. Silliman also explains why Hitchcock's article was not included in the most recent issue of The American Journal of Science. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1828 March 10 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1829 August 5 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman expresses his gratitude for Hitchcock including his edition of [Robert] Bakewell's geology text in the Amherst College catalog of text books in geology. Silliman also provides some observations about his plan involving purple gases and metals, and asks Hitchcock's opinion about including illustrations of some plants for The American Journal of Science and whether or not Orra White Hitchcock would prepare them. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1829 August 5 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1825 July 27 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman, in response to a potential professorship for Hitchcock at Amherst College, describes his experience in teaching sciences and the effect it can have on one's health. Silliman also discusses his concerns for the future of The American Journal of Science. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1825 July 27 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1818 June 22 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman discusses the publication of the next issue of The American Journal of Science, Hitchcock's continued discovery of the mineral chabasie among others, and the box of minerals Hitchcock had promised to send him. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1818 June 22 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 January 7 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman informs Hitchcock that he has sent some books and manuscripts for Hitchcock to borrow along with several of Hitchcock's pieces with edits. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 January 7 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 October 27 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman comments on a geological map created by Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock. Silliman also discusses space concerns for subjects in The American Journal of Science, and options for splitting a long piece written by Hitchcock. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 October 27 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 November 18 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman discusses some edits made to a piece by Hitchcock for The American Journal of Science, including thoughts on the difference between stratified and schistose rocks. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1822 November 18 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1831 January 12 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman expresses his disbelief that the government of Massachusetts would refuse to compensate Hitchcock for printing a large map to accompany an article in The American Journal of Science. Silliman then details paper, quality, and quantity options for the printing to minimize lost expenses for [John S. and Charles] Adams (the printers), Hitchcock, and Silliman. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1831 January 12 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1818 December 11 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter in which Benjamin Silliman explains corrections made to an error in the first no. of The American Journal of Science that was noticed by Edward Hitchcock. Silliman also discusses the printing and reprinting of the first two issues of the Journal, as well as a sample of Southampton lead. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1818 December 11 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1824 August 12 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman expresses his gratitude to Hitchcock for sending his review of William Buckland for The American Journal of Science, despite his illness. Silliman also encourages Hitchcock to plan a visit that would coincide with a meeting of the Geological Society. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1824 August 12 Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1830 June 21 Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864 A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman requests the chart of [Henry] De la Beche, states that Hitchcock's piece on granite was not received in time to be included in the most recent issue of The American Journal of Science, and notes some of the content that will be included in upcoming issues of the Journal. Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1830 June 21
