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Stuart Weller

1870 – 1927

American geologist and paleontologist

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Lived 1870 – 1927 (aged 56–57). Stuart Weller was an American geologist, paleontologist and university teacher.

Stuart Weller (December 26, 1870 – August 5, 1927) was an American paleontologist and geologist.

Biography Stuart Weller was born in Maine, New York on December 26, 1870. Weller studied geology and paleontology at Cornell University with bachelor's degree in 1894 and at Yale University with Ph.D. in 1901. Beginning in 1895 he worked at the University of Chicago, where in 1897–1900 he was a research associate, and became in 1900 Instructor, in 1902 Assistant Professor, in 1908 Associate Professor and in 1915 Professor of Paleontology and Geology. It is noteworthy to mention that Weller supervised Grace Anne Stewart, the first Canadian female to earn a B.A. majoring in geology, as she earned her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago.

In 1897, he married Harriet A. Marvin; the marriage produced three sons.

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Born
1870, Maine
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Education
Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Yale University, Cornell University
Employers
University of Chicago, United States Geological Survey

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stuart Weller?

American geologist and paleontologist (1870–1927)

When was Stuart Weller born?

Stuart Weller was born in 1870 in Maine.

When did Stuart Weller die?

Stuart Weller died on 5 August 1927 in Salem.

What was Stuart Weller's occupation?

Stuart Weller was a geologist, paleontologist and university teacher.

What nationality was Stuart Weller?

Stuart Weller was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stuart Weller

· Wikidata: Q3500843

· DBpedia: Stuart Weller

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