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Prospector Jim Wood Finds Jade Deposit in Oregon
Jim Wood and his family, new Oregon residents, discover nephrite jade near Johnson Creek above Powers. Wood, a disabled veteran, has reportedly extracted nearly a ton with two of his sons and estimates 20 to 30 tons remain in the area. Geologist McKenzie calls Wood a true prospector and notes the jade, while not high quality, is legitimate.
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Jim Wood
Wood
Florida
Oregon
Coos County
Johnson Creek
Powers
McKenzie
MicKenzie
Port Orford
Creek Rocks