Rossiter Worthington Raymond

Rossiter Worthington Raymond (1840–1918) was an American mining engineer, metallurgist, and author known for his influential work on mining and metallurgy. He served as the United States Commissioner of Mining Statistics, producing detailed reports that helped document and interpret the nation’s mineral resources and mining industry. Raymond wrote widely on technical and economic aspects of mining, combining practical experience with clear exposition for professional audiences. His publications addressed ore deposits, extraction methods, and the organization of mining enterprises, and they contributed to the development of mining engineering as a modern discipline in the United States. He is remembered for rigorous reporting and authoritative technical writing.