This issue covers the establishment of a mining museum and updates from the districts. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
head of lakes; harbor; depths; acres of state land; sailing directions; visibility of lights; streets; railroads; business district; Minnesota Point; Superior Bay; Superior Wisconsin; Superior Entry
Contributing Institution:
University of Minnesota Duluth, Kathryn A. Martin Library, Northeast Minnesota Historical Collections
St. Louis County Country Club (Gilbert, Minnesota)
Date Created:
1950 - 1970
Description:
The map of northern Minnesota's Arrowhead region shows highways with inset photographs of attractions including mines, mills and picturesque streams. The reverse side includes lists of points of interest and resort accommodations and photographs
The Spring/Summer 1955 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included an article on Hawaii, an article and map showing location of 28 geological markers across Minnesota, as well as the text for markers at St. Louis River, Duluth Harbor, and the Mesabi Range, as well as a financial statement for the society.
The Fall/Winter 1952 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter indicated lecture attendance averaging 89, a description of the public perception of geology based on state fair experience, a note on copper-nickel potential near Ely, a report on the eastern federation meeting in Newark, and a memorial to Edward W. Hawley.
The Second Quarter 1951 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter mentioned that the State Fair booth was joint with the University of Minnesota geology department and the survey, and reported on plans for twice-monthly summer field trips to sites ranging from Alberta to Wisconsin, as well as news of the planned dedication of the Reads Landing plaque, an article on plans for the federation convention in Houghton, where hotel rooms could be had for $2.50 a night, and an article on geology of Buffalo River State Park.
The Fall/Winter 1953-1954 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included an editorial on the future of the society, the weekly lecture schedule, an article on mineral hardness, and an article discussing GSM field trips.
The 1956 annual meeting of the Minnesota Academy of Science took place at Augsburg College on May 4-5, 1956. This program shows 60+ scientific talks and demonstrations, ranging from a preliminary survey of Minnesota's taconite industry to "The Effects of Aerial Spraying on the Fauna of Areas Treated." This annual meeting was held "with concurrent sessions of National Association of Biology Teachers," as well as a "Joint Meeting of Mathematical Section and the Minnesota Section of the Mathematical Association of America." Full-text of the published papers is available in the digitized Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science.
The Third Quarter 1951 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included a report on the first state fair booth, an indication that the American Geological Institute had published news on the Minnesota plaque project, the lecture program for the winter, reports on plaque dedications, a report on the convention in Tacoma, and a report on the field trip to Alberta.
The Third Quarter 1950 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included a report from the Milwaukee convention of the federation, a review of the first twelve years of GSM activity, a listing of lectures planned for the winter, a report on dedication of a plaque at Gooseberry Falls, and a financial report.
The First Quarter 1951 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter reported that plaques had been ordered for near Stillwater and Mankato, and included GSM articles of incorporation and bylaws, and a membership directory.
The Fourth Quarter 1951 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included the program for lectures at the Science Museum, announcement of the death of Benjamin A. Pratt, news that Macalester would host the coming Midwest convention, a note on the lake Pepin plaque, and article on the Franconia Formation by Robert R. Berg, and another on climate, as well as a memorials to Effie Burch McWethy, Paul Denkowitz, and Benjamin A. Pratt.
The Spring/Summer 1954 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included a listing of planned summer field trips, an article on aluminum, a note on plaques for Minnehaha Park, Mille Lacs, Minnetonka, and Elk River, a report on the Midwest convention in Milwaukee, memorials to Ralph Hollingsworth, H. H. Edgerton, and Maida Wheeler, and a story on the around-the-world trip made by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sommers.
The Fall/Winter 1954-1955 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter included a listing of weekly lectures, am article on how rocks can tell romantic stories, plans for twice-monthly summer field trips, and an article on the cause of ice ages.
The First Quarter 1950 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter indicated that the banquet speaker in March would be Dr. Ben Hur Wilson, an invitation to their events by the Minnesota Mineral Club, announcement of the coming national federation convention in Milwaukee, an article on time, and a third article on uranium.
This issue covers federal highway funding, highway design standards, and the design for the Duluth-Superior bridge. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers contracts, the Department's exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair, and photographs of maintenance workers. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the appointment of a new deputy commissioner, new division appointments, and road stripe painting methods. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the appointment of a new deputy commissioner, new division appointments, and road stripe painting methods. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers shipping in Duluth, the widening of congested roads, and traffic fatalities. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The Spring/Summer 1957 edition of the Geological Society of Minnesota (GSM) newsletter reported on plans for the field trip to Colorado and New Mexico, as well as twice-monthly local summer field trips and the Midwest federation field trip convention, and an article on uranium mines.
This issue covers cornerstone ceremonies for a new headquarters building, the history of Minnesota roads, and the introduction of new technician classes. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers traffic fatalities, bituminous surfacing, and road signs. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers research on Minnesota State traffic code, completion of work on Highway 61 to Duluth, and John Swanberg's description of the highway program. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library