Mining Boom in Butte Sees Ongoing Development
The Butte mining boom continues with development activities advancing despite unclear fiscal prospects. Officials note ongoing work and potential expansion as ore extraction remains under study.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1906
Page
18
The Butte mining boom continues with development activities advancing despite unclear fiscal prospects. Officials note ongoing work and potential expansion as ore extraction remains under study.
W Dierks Montana Music concerns manager returned from two week survey of Nevada mining districts. He observed large ore veins at Montgomery Mountain and nearby claims, noting substantial ore value and widespread activity. Reports cite stock trading in mining shares and talk of consolidations among major outfits.
A sprawling account details mining activity and water issues around Washoe and nearby copper ventures, including the Pittsburg and Anacortes interests. It notes ore yields, sinking progress, corporate arrangements, and a court receiver's role, with tours and railway connections shaping the region’s copper, silver, and gold potential. It also mentions relief subscriptions for California earthquake victims and Masonic fraternity notices.
A fragmented reminiscence describes Butte and Nevada frontier life. Mentions mines in Death Valley and Tonopah, merchants, gamblers, and saloons in Goldfield and Tonopah, plus a secretary of Mon komen Rhoglions and figures like Barry Ham and J. S. Shroy. Notes cheap living for a miner, restaurant prices, and automo travel times between natural landmarks and towns, with references to banks, stock shares, and local social scenes.
The Standard notes new leadership for the Cole interests with Arthus, general manager, and George E. Moulthrop, superintendent, announced in the 25th issue. Carson continues as liaison for North Butte and United Copper, after the sale.
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