The Repair Of Casa Grande Ruin, Arizona, in 1891 Fifteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1893-94, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 315-348 By: Cosmos Mindeleff (1863-)
Cosmos Mindeleff's detailed account of the repair of Casa Grande Ruin in Arizona in 1891 offers a fascinating glimpse into the preservation efforts of a significant archaeological site. The narrative is rich in historical context and technical details, providing a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of the Southwest. Mindeleff's meticulous documentation of the repair process reveals the challenges faced by early archaeologists and preservationists, as well as the innovative methods they employed to protect the site from further deterioration. His insights into the construction and structural integrity of Casa Grande Ruin are particularly enlightening, shedding light on the architectural techniques used by its ancient inhabitants. Overall, Mindeleff's report is a valuable contribution to the field of archaeology, offering a comprehensive and insightful account of the efforts to preserve one of America's most important cultural landmarks. His meticulous research and detailed analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and preservation of ancient sites. First Page: [Transcriber's Note: All brackets except those used with footnotes are in the original text, as are asterisks indicating long ellipsis.] THE REPAIR OF CASA GRANDE RUIN, ARIZONA, IN 1891 BY COSMOS MINDELEFF CONTENTS Introduction 321 Description of the ruins 321 Condition of Casa Grande in 1891 323 Plans for the repairs 325 Execution of the work 326 Reservation of the land 330 Specimens found in the excavations 330 Exhibits 333 I. Contract for repairing and preserving Casa Grande ruin, Arizona 333 II. Plans and specifications for the preservation of the Casa Grande ruin, Arizona, 1891 335 General requirements 335 Clearing out the debris 335 Underpinning walls 336 Filling in openings 336 Bracing 336 Wire fencing 337 Roof 337 III... Continue reading book >>

The Repair Of Casa Grande Ruin, Arizona, in 1891 Fifteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1893-94, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 315-348 By: Cosmos Mindeleff (1863-)

Cosmos Mindeleff's detailed account of the repair of Casa Grande Ruin in Arizona in 1891 offers a fascinating glimpse into the preservation efforts of a significant archaeological site. The narrative is rich in historical context and technical details, providing a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of the Southwest.

Mindeleff's meticulous documentation of the repair process reveals the challenges faced by early archaeologists and preservationists, as well as the innovative methods they employed to protect the site from further deterioration. His insights into the construction and structural integrity of Casa Grande Ruin are particularly enlightening, shedding light on the architectural techniques used by its ancient inhabitants.

Overall, Mindeleff's report is a valuable contribution to the field of archaeology, offering a comprehensive and insightful account of the efforts to preserve one of America's most important cultural landmarks. His meticulous research and detailed analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and preservation of ancient sites.

First Page:

[Transcriber's Note: All brackets except those used with footnotes are in the original text, as are asterisks indicating long ellipsis.]

THE REPAIR OF CASA GRANDE RUIN, ARIZONA, IN 1891

COSMOS MINDELEFF

CONTENTS

Introduction 321 Description of the ruins 321 Condition of Casa Grande in 1891 323 Plans for the repairs 325 Execution of the work 326 Reservation of the land 330 Specimens found in the excavations 330

Exhibits 333 I. Contract for repairing and preserving Casa Grande ruin, Arizona 333 II. Plans and specifications for the preservation of the Casa Grande ruin, Arizona, 1891 335 General requirements 335 Clearing out the debris 335 Underpinning walls 336 Filling in openings 336 Bracing 336 Wire fencing 337 Roof 337 III... Continue reading book >>

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Illustration Of The Method Of Recording Indian Languages From the First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology, Smithsonian Institution	A Study of Pueblo Pottery as Illustrative of Zuñi Culture Growth. Fourth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1882-83, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1886, pages 467-522	Navajo Silversmiths Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 167-178
Indian Linguistic Families Of America, North Of Mexico Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 1-142	Casa Grande Ruin Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 289-318	The Repair Of Casa Grande Ruin, Arizona, in 1891 Fifteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1893-94, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 315-348
Throwing-sticks in the National Museum Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-'84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1890, pages 279-289	Navajo weavers Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Animal Carvings from Mounds of the Mississippi Valley Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-81, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 117-166
Navaho Houses, pages 469-518 Seventeenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1895-1896, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1898	Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Indians of New Mexico in 1880Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Illustrated Catalogue Of The Collections Obtained From The Indians Of New Mexico And Arizona In 1879Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology
On the Evolution of Language First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 1-16	The Seminole Indians of Florida Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 469-532	The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300
Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Pueblos of Zuñi, New Mexico, and Wolpi, Arizona, in 1881Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	The Cliff Ruins of Canyon de Chelly, Arizona Sixteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1894-95, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 73-198	Aids to the Study of the Maya Codices Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-85, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 253-372
A Study of Pueblo Architecture: Tusayan and Cibola Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 3-228	Form and Ornament in Ceramic Art	Aboriginal Remains in Verde Valley, Arizona Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 179-262
Zuñi Fetiches Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 3-45	Notes on Certain Maya and Mexican Manuscripts Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1881-82, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1884, pages 3-66	Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891
The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 379-468	Sketch of the Mythology of the North American Indians First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 17-56	Studies in Central American Picture-Writing First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 205-245
The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 301-398	Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891	Ancient art of the province of Chiriqui, Colombia Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-1885, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 3-188
First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution 1879-1880, Government Printing Office 1881

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