Howchin, Walter

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Born in Norwich, ordained Methodist minister 1864. Came to Australia 1881. Lecturer in mineralogy, Adelaide School of Mines, 1889-1904; lecturer in geology and palaeontology, University of Adelaide, 1902-1908; Hon. Professor, 1908. Royal Society of N.S.W. Medal, 1907; von Mueller Medal, 1913; Lyell Medal, 1934; Sir Joseph Verco Medal, 1929. Died 1937.

From the description of Articles. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225792067

Geologist, (1847-1937) who lectured at Adelaide University, 1902-1920.

From the description of Notebooks. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225763399

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referencedIn Mawson, Douglas Sir, 1882-1958. [Papers of Professor Sir Douglas Mawson]. Libraries Australia
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Birth 1845-01-12

Death 1937-11-27

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