Newton Horace Winchell

Newton Horace Winchell (1839-1914) was an American geologist who served as the state geologist of Minnesota and made significant contributions to the geological understanding of the Upper Midwest. He is best known for his comprehensive geological surveys and reports, including his work on the geology of Minnesota. His scientific publications remain influential in the field of geology.

Hudson, New York, USA Dec 17, 1839 Wikipedia
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