‘Uniformity in Geological Reports’ (1917) by Josef Theodor Erb, petroleum geologist and manager (1874–1934)

• DOI: 10.1144/sp465.7
• Publication Date: 2018-05-08T11:05:25Z
• Authors: Mario M. A. Wannier
• Keywords: Geologist

Abstract One hundred years ago, standards in geological report writing were formalized within the Royal Dutch Shell Group. Chief Geologist Josef Theodor Erb defined these an internal aimed at geologists working for subsidiaries. His purpose was to raise level of scientific reporting and provide a measure uniformity reports sent head office from all parts world. Ultimately, ‘Uniformity Geological Reports’ allow chief geologist readily identify follow-up on better business opportunities. With time, Erb's developed into ‘Standard Legend’. career is symptomatic developing company culture, which he embraced as his life's goal. Realizing shortcomings this narrow personal philosophy life may have been root mental problems that led death.