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Geology of the Ogotoruk Creek Area, Northwestern Alaska

Description: From introduction: A project to use the immense energy concentrated in a nuclear device to construct an experimental deep-water harbor has been proposed by the Atomic Energy Commission and is referred to as Project Chariot; it is one phase of AEC Project Plowshare...During the field conference, Mr. Gerald Johnson of U. C. R. L. requested that the U. S. Geological Survey submit a report on the summer's investigation around the first of November 1958. This preliminary report is in response to Mr.… more
Date: October 1958
Creator: Kachadoorian, Reuben; Campbell, Russell H.; Sainsbury, C. L. & Scholl, David W.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Summary of Reconnaissance for Uranium in Alaska, 1955

Description: The following report summarizes a reconnaissance for uranium in Alaska during 1955 that included airborne radiometric traverses, examination of radioactivity anomalies found during the airborne traverses, examination of prospector leads, and examination of areas that seemed geologically favorable for the occurrence of uranium.
Date: October 1957
Creator: Matzko, John J. & Freeman, Val L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Reconnaissance for Radioactive Deposits in Selected Areas of the Lower Yukon-Kushkokwim Region, Alaska, 1952

Description: Report discussing the investigation of zeunerite-related radioactivity and molybdenite-related radioactivity occurrences in the lower Yukon-Kuskokwim region, Alaska. Discussion of the data, methods and purpose of investigation, and location of radiation are included.
Date: October 1953
Creator: West, Walter S.
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Reconnaissance for Uranium and Thorium in Alaska, 1954

Description: The following report covers a reconnaissance for uranium and thorium in Alaska during the 1954 field season that consisted principally of a study of the radioactive beach placers east and west of Cape Yakataga, and ground and airborne radiometric traverses of portions of Kodiak Island and adjacent islands.
Date: October 1957
Creator: Matzko, John J. & Bates, Robert G.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Reconnaissance for Radioactive Deposits in Alaska, 1953

Description: Report discussing a reconnaissance study during the summer of 1953 to determine the occurrence of radioactive deposits on Nikolai Creek near Tyonek, Alaska and on Likes Creek near Seward, Alaska.
Date: October 1955
Creator: Matzko, John J. & Bates, Robert G.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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NURE Aerial Gamma-Ray and Magnetic Reconnaissance Survey, Chugach/Yakutat Area, Alaska: Volume 2. Bering Glacier Quadrangle

Description: Second volume of a report documenting a high-sensitivity airborne radiometric and magnetic survey of the Bering Glacier quadrangle including maps documenting geophysical and geochemical data, as well as magnetic, ancillary and radiometric data.
Date: October 1978
Creator: LKB Resources, Inc.
Location: None
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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NURE Aerial Gamma-Ray and Magnetic Reconnaissance Survey, Chugach/Yakutat Area, Alaska: Volume 2. Mt. Saint Elias Quadrangle

Description: Second volume of a report documenting a high-sensitivity airborne radiometric and magnetic survey of the Mt. Saint Elias quadrangle including maps documenting geophysical and geochemical data, as well as magnetic, ancillary and radiometric data.
Date: October 1978
Creator: LKB Resources, Inc.
Location: None
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Effects of Fishing Gear on Seafloor Habitat Progress Report for FY 2002

Description: A progress report from the Alaska Fisheries Science Center who initiated a number of seafloor habitat studies directed at investigating the impact of fishing on the seafloor and evaluation of technology to determine bottom habitat type.
Date: October 2002
Creator: Heifetz, Jonathan
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Effect of Radiation Damage on SM-1, SM-1A and PM-2A Reactor Vessels

Description: Report describing the status of the SM-1, SM-1A, and PM-2A reactors, specifically regarding the effects "of irradiation on nil-ductility transition temperature and the associated problem of brittle fracture." (p. iii)
Date: October 14, 1961
Creator: McLaughlin, D. W.; Rowekamp, B. J.; Chittum, R. A.; Coombe, J. R.; Kelleman, R. W.; Bobe, P. E. et al.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Recovery of Gold from Black Sand Tailings

Description: Report on the recovery of gold from black sand tailings, based on tests conducted at the U.S. Bureau of Mines' Alaska Station.
Date: October 1920
Creator: Gross, John
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Biological Investigations in Alaska and Yukon Territory

Description: From letter of transmittal: "Report on biological investigations made in the interior of Alaska and the Yukon territory in 1903 and 1904. It consists of separate reports on three distinct areas, describing the physiography and giving detailed accounts of the animal life of the region."
Date: October 7, 1909
Creator: Osgood, Wilfred H.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Results of a Biological Reconnaissance of the Yukon River Region

Description: Brief summary of the Yukon River region, including itinerary of expedition, faunal districts, new species identified, and mammals and birds present.
Date: October 6, 1900
Creator: Osgood, Wilfred H. & Bishop, Louis B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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The Synthetic Liquid Fuel Potential of Alaska survey area

Description: Report documenting the suitability of Alaska for plant locations to produce synthetic liquid fuels, based on raw materials such as coal and natural gas.
Date: October 31, 1950
Creator: Ford, Bacon, and Davis
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: Legislative Issues

Description: This report discusses the ongoing debate about whether or not to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) for energy development. The report discusses arguments for and against such development and focuses especially on related pieces of legislation that directly affects the future of the ANWR.
Date: October 22, 2002
Creator: Corn, M. Lynne; Gelb, Bernard A. & Baldwin, Pamela
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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ANWR and FY2006 Budget Reconciliation Legislation

Description: This report briefly discusses the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and FY2006 budget reconciliation legislation, which is considered under expedited procedures that, in particular, limit debate and amendments in the Senate.
Date: October 19, 2005
Creator: Heniff, Bill, Jr. & Corn, M. Lynne
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR): Controversies for the 108th Congress

Description: This report discusses the ongoing debate about whether or not to approve energy development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). Current law forbids energy leasing in the Refuge. This report addresses several legislative options on the issue, as well as policymakers' arguments for and against development, especially in the wake of increasing terrorism since 2000-2001.
Date: October 10, 2003
Creator: Corn, M. Lynne; Gelb, Bernard A. & Baldwin, Pamela
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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