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Canadian ice distribution survey

 Collection
Identifier: Mss-20
Stefansson Mss-20

  • Staff Only

Description

This collection contains a survey of literature compiled by the Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa for the purpose of extending knowledge of formation, extent, and movement of different types of floating ice and accompanying navigational difficulties. The survey is on approximately seven thousand 5 x 8 index cards, arranged numerically by geographic region. Each card gives the geographic location, bibliographic reference, and a quotation concerning the sightings of floating ice.

Dates

  • 1951

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

3.5 linear ft. (7 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Survey of literature compiled by the Dept. of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa for the purpose of extending knowledge of formation, extent, and movement of different types of floating ice and accompanying navigational difficulties.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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