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Mining Expansion Hits Sierra County in 1904 Growth
The Bureau of Immigration pamphlet notes rising gold and silver output in Sierra County in 1904 with Hillsboro mines more active and development robust. Sierra Consolidated lagged, W W Williams bought Black Peak gear, Empire mill ran steadily, and Mexican placer mining north of Hillsboro is forecast to rise in 1905. Lake Valley small operations continue, while areas near Chloride Grafton Hermosa see limited work. Rumors say Palomas Chief at Hermosa may be re exploited in 1905.
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Hillsboro
Sierra Consolidated
W. W. Williams
Black Peak Gold Mining Company
Empire Gold Mining & Milling Company
Lake Valley
Lake Valley Mines Company
Black Range
Chloride
Grafton
Hermosa
Palomas
Pittsburg
Shandon
Las Animas