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Future of the Lead and Zinc Fields in Wisconsin
The southwest Wisconsin lead and zinc region sees unprecedented investment with land sales hitting high prices and mining rights traded for large sums. The piece argues rising ore production will not depress prices if consumption keeps pace, notes strong regional growth, high demand in building and industry, and cites Wisconsin mines like Empire Platteville Baxter Cuba City and Lucky Hit as profitable examples.
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