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Gold in Mississippi !—Gold has been discovered in Jackson County by Mr. R. M. Smith, a gentleman experienced in mining operations. The aurilerous deposits were accidentally discovered by him while travelling through the j ( North-western portion of Jackson County. That tlpart of the country is much broken, being a con- “ tinuous alternation of hilland vatlev. On one _hill moie elevated than the rest, he found a veinsix or eight inches wide, with a dip of some 40 deg. On a close scrutiny he was convinced that it would pay handsomely for working. The valuable ore is contained ii: a soft yellowish rack which is easily crushed, and Mr. Smith is confident that a bushel will yield 50 in gold. It is the intention of the discover to return from Mobile as soon ts the necessary preparations are made, and commence mining o|*-rationa. Mr. Smith submitted a specimen of the gold to the editor of the Mobile Tribune, who gives full cledence to his statements and considers the discovery a valuable one-Those contemplating a trip to the Pacific El Dorado in visionary hope of sudden fortune, may now pause and look nearer home. South-Eastern Mississippi is destined to become oure California; and should Mr. Smiths more sanguine anticipations be realized, it will cause a rush of adventurers to the Mississippi coast.(Clarion.allM0e/sc
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The Yazoo Democrat
Yazoo City, Mississippi, US
Wed, Nov 30, 1853
Page 3
Full Page
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Kevin M.
USA 24 Jun 2023
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