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John Mason Clarke

1857 – 1925

American geologist and paleontologist

Botanist Paleontologist Geologist
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About John Mason Clarke

Lived 1857 – 1925 (aged 68). John Mason Clarke was an American botanist, paleontologist, geologist, university teacher, teacher and botanical collector.

John Mason Clarke (April 15, 1857 – May 29, 1925) was an American teacher, geologist and paleontologist.

Early career Born in Canandaigua, New York, the fifth of six children of Noah Turner Clarke and Laura Mason Merrill,

John M. Clarke died in 1925 in Albany, New York. He was survived by his wife Fannie and son Noah. Prix de Léonide Spindiaroff, International Geological Congress, 1910. Elected Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, 1915. Gold medal, Permanent Wild Life Protection Fund, 1920.

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Important facts

Born
15 April 1857, Canandaigua
Birth century
19th century
Died
29 May 1925, Albany
Occupation
Botanist, paleontologist, geologist, university teacher, teacher, botanical collector
Nationality
United States
Education
Amherst College, Canandaigua Academy
Positions held
President of the Geological Society of America
Employers
University of Massachusetts, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York State Museum
Awards
Hayden Memorial Geological Award; Spendiarov Prize
Also known as
John Clarke, J.M.Clarke, John M. Clarke, J. M. Clarke

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Mason Clarke?

American geologist and paleontologist (1857–1925)

When was John Mason Clarke born?

John Mason Clarke was born on 15 April 1857 in Canandaigua.

When did John Mason Clarke die?

John Mason Clarke died on 29 May 1925 in Albany.

What was John Mason Clarke's occupation?

John Mason Clarke was a botanist, paleontologist, geologist, university teacher, teacher and botanical collector.

What nationality was John Mason Clarke?

John Mason Clarke was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Mason Clarke

· Wikidata: Q3809155

· DBpedia: John Mason Clarke

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