J. J. Stevenson (geologist)
John James Stevenson (October 10, 1841 – August 10, 1924) was an American geologist, born in New York City. He graduated from New York University in 1863, became professor of chemistry at West Virginia University for two years (1869–71), then served as professor of geology at New York University until 1909. During 1873–74 and from 1878 to 1880 he was geologist for the United States Geological Survey. He also served on the Pennsylvania Geological Survey from 1875 to 1878 and from 1881 to 1882. He was president of the Geological Society of America in 1898.
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| Born | October 10, 1841 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 10, 1924 (aged 82) New Canaan, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Citizenship | American |
| Alma mater | New York University |
| Known for | Geology of Pennsylvania |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Geology, Stratigraphy |
| Notable students | Israel Charles White |
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He died in New Canaan, Connecticut on August 10, 1924.
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