Background
Nelson, Edward William was born on May 8, 1855 in Manchester, New Hampshire, United States. Son of William and Nancy M. (Wells) Nelson.
Nelson, Edward William was born on May 8, 1855 in Manchester, New Hampshire, United States. Son of William and Nancy M. (Wells) Nelson.
Graduate Cook County Normal School, Chicago, 1875.
Chief, 1914-1916, chief, 1916-1927, principal Engaged in research, 1929-1931. President Biological
Member Death Valley expedition (Department of Agriculture), 1890-1891. Fellow American Ornithologists’ Union (president 1908-1909). Member Washington Academy Sciences.
Member Society Natural History of Mexico.
Member California Academy Sciences, Cooper Ornithological.