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The Hungarian and chukar partridges in America

No abstract available.
Authors
John W. Aldrich

Present investigations of radioactive raw materials by the Geological Survey and a recommended program for future work

The Geological Survey's program of investigation of radioactive raw materials is presented herewith under present investigations, plans for future investigations, plan of operation, and cost of operation. This report was prepared at the request of the Atomic Energy Commission. Present investigations are summarized to show the scope of the present Trace Elements program, grouping individual projec
Authors
A.P. Butler, F.W. Stead

Sedimentary formations of Washington, D.C., and vicinity

No abstract available.
Authors
N. H. Darton

Geology and ground-water resources of the Wellton-Mohawk area, Yuma County, Arizona

No abstract available.
Authors
Horace Maxson Babcock, Silas C. Brown, John David Hem

Geology and ground-water resources of the island of Niihau, Hawaii

Niihau lies 171/2 miles southwest of Kauai. Its area is 72 square miles, and its highest point has an altitude of 1,281 feet. The population is about 180, chiefly Hawaiians. The annual rainfall at Kiekie, the ranch headquarters, generally ranges between 18 and 26 inches. The chief industries are the raising of sheep and cattle and production of honey. The island is privately owned.The main mass of
Authors
Harold T. Stearns, Gordon A. Macdonald
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Water Resources Mission Area

Geology and ground-water resources of the island of Molokai, Hawaii

The island of Molokai is the fifth largest of the Hawaiian Islands, with an area of 250 square miles. It lies 25 miles southeast of Oahu, and 8.5 miles northwest of Maui. It consists of two principal parts, each a major volcanic mountain. East Molokai rises to 4,970 feet altitude. It is built largely of basaltic lavas, with a thin cap of andesites and a little trachyte. The volcanic rocks of East
Authors
Harold T. Stearns, Gordon A. Macdonald
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Water Resources Mission Area

Geology of San Antonio Canyon, California, in relation to ground-water storage

At least two periods of relative stability in the history of the erosion of San Antonio Canyon are indicated by the bench-like features produced by the laterally cutting stream and by the remnants of older alluvium left by the stream when it was cutting at these higher levels. In addition, a much older and probably mature surface is suggested by certain features of the higher ridges and the near-s
Authors
P. Eldon Dennis

Reconnaissance report on geology of Eklutna Lake dam site and conduit route near Anchorage, Alaska

Summary and Recommendations 1. Eklutna Lake and Eklutna Creek lie in a wide, deep, glaciated, trough-like valley. Downstream from the lake, this valley is partially filled with unconsolidated glacial and alluvial deposits. 2. Eklutna Lake dam site, located about 400 feet below the lake outlet, is suitable for a low dam of flexible, earth-embankment type. Adequate control of the stream can be o
Authors
A. F. Bateman

[Book review] Preliminary List of the Birds of Maryland and the District of Columbia, compiled and annotated by Irving E. Hampe and Haven Kolb

No abstract available.
Authors
C.S. Robbins
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Eastern Ecological Science Center, Chesapeake Bay Activities

A bacterial disease of the lobster (Homarus americanus)

No abstract available.
Authors
S. F. Snieszko, C.C. Taylor
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Eastern Ecological Science Center

A Field List of Birds of the District of Columbia Region

No abstract available.
Authors
J.W. Aldrich, I.R. Barnes, R.T. Peterson, C.S. Robbins, R. E. Stewart, R. Tousey
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Eastern Ecological Science Center

A second Kevin-Sunburst map

No abstract available.
Authors
C. E. Erdmann, J.T. Gist, G.W. Beer, J.W. Nordquist
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