McFadden Mine Proves a Premier Bristol Property
The McFadden mine in the Bristol Mining District is described as a premier prospect with rich ore deposits. Reports by Wm. Lloyd and A. W. Scott highlight a 1500 by 600 foot claim with an 85 foot shaft and a 60 foot drift, vein widths around five feet yielding 30 percent lead and 25 ounces silver, plus additional silver veins. Potential copper presence and low mining costs suggest strong profitability, with development aimed to ready ore shipments ahead of railroad completion.
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McFadden
Bristol
Wm. Lloyd
Proche
Scott
Lloyd
Bristol Copper Company
A. W. Scott
Proche Te Urges Early Fourth of July Preparations
The town recalls past celebrations and urges ample time for planning this year to outdo previous efforts. It notes prosperity and rising visitor numbers, stressing committees must begin thinking now to ensure smooth execution when the opportunity arrives.
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Iti
New Bank Cashier Here in Pioche and Local Developments
M. Fitzpatrick arrives to take cashier duties at Bank of Pioche Inc with opening planned by June first. Fixtures and operations move from Caliente as Pioche prepares for broad banking business. Dr. T. C. Duckworth plans permanent arrival to practice in Pioche. M. L. Lee Real Estate reports sale of lots and mineral discoveries near Pioche townsite as activity rises.
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M. ©. Fitzpatrick
Bank of Pioche, Inc
Pioche
Caliente
John Hanson
T. C. Duckworth
Los Angeles
California
E. D. L. Cutts
Royal City
David Borland
Our
Cutts
Ae Necks
M. L. Lee
J. S. Free
Groom Mines Show Real Promise In Lead District
Wm Wheatley, returning from Groom, reports ore found in all directions with strong assay value. The district is described as lead producing with a thicker vein of ore than expected. Rail links within fifty miles improve transport as ore will go to Johnny Siding on the Las Vegas and Tonopah line. the Higgenson Brothers drive development.
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Wm. Wheatley
Groom
Wheatly
Wheatley
Johnny Siding
Las Vegas
Tonopah
Higgenson Brothers
High Grade Ores Reported At Poorman And Bristol Mines
The Poorman mine near town reports very high ore under lease by Mr S H Babbitt with a constant work force. Bristol Copper company prepares to ship exceptionally high grade ore valued in the hundreds per ton. Nevada Des Moines shaft reaches 160 feet and shows limestone transitioning to quartzite with potential large ore bodies. An electric drilling plan is considered to enhance exploration and eventual profitable returns.
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S. H. Babbitt
Poorman
Wm. Lloyd and Associates
Milford
Utal
Bristol Copper Company
Baltimore
Nevada-Des Moines
Highland Mary Patent Survey Advances Toward Patent
The Highland Mary mine in the Highland Mining District, owned by H. Bab bits of Pioche and Bamberger interests of Salt Lake City, has completed its survey for a patent. Development work continues and plans are under way to push progress, with pay dirt indicating value and proximity to Mendha and Last Chance Groups boosting prospects.
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Highland Mary
Highland Mining District
8. H. Babbitt
Pioche
Bamberger
Salt Lake City
Mendha
Last Chance
Nevada Utah Transfer Rumor Signals Leadership Change
Salt Lake papers report Thomas W. Lawson may gain control of the Nevada Utah Corporation and assume the presidency from Col. Weir. Major changes are anticipated and described as far reaching with promises of a large scale consolation.
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Nevada-Utah
Salt Lake
Thomas W. Lawson
Col. Weir
Held For Murder Andy McQuinn Before Grand Jury
Andy McQuinn is held to answer to the grand jury on a murder charge for the killing of a Mexican at Searchlight about a week ago. The slain man had a bad reputation in Searchlight while McQuinn is backed by many friends for his square character. Public sentiment in Searchlight favors McQuinn. No comment on the preliminary hearing evidence is offered without review.
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Andy McQuinn
Searchlight
McQuinn
Andersons Operations Expanded Mining Efforts in Pioche
W S Anderson has organized three companies to push active mining development in Pioche. The Columbus Pioche Mining Company will sink a shaft and run three shifts near the Half Moon mine, adjoining Demijohn claims. The Pioche Lead and Silver Mining Company and the Georgia Pioche Mining Company plan immediate, large-scale development with many workers. Dr Thomas N Baker leads Georgia Pioche, expecting high returns from invested capital. Dan Mahedy named general superintendent to oversee operations. An excursion for Georgia capitalists to Pioche is planned this month with a chartered special car, signaling a major push in local mining activity.
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W. S. Anderson
Columbus-Pioce Mining Company
Ely
Half Moon
Demijohn
Demijohn Pioche Mining Company
Columbus-Pioche Mining Company
Columbus
Georgia
Pioche
Pioche Lead and Silver Mining Company
Anderson
Columbus-Fioche
Georgia- Pioehe Mining Company
Gold King
M. PF. Laffan
Thomas N. Baker
Macon
Mahedy
Dan
East
Ploche
New Yorker Visits Pioche Mining Expert Sees Promise
Col. Wm. A. Farish of New York City spent a week in Pioche examining the Comet district mining prospects. He is a leading mining man whose judgment is highly regarded in mineral affairs. Farish expresses satisfaction with Pioche's mineral territory and predicts much for the area's near future. The Record could not determine his exact future plans.
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Wm. A. Farish
New York City
Pioche
Comet District
Col. Farish
Jean
Judge Talbot Returns Home from Pioche Visit
Chief Justice Geo F Talbot of the state supreme court returned to Carson City Tuesday morning after a week in Pioche He said he was surprised by local activity but believes it is justified and will grow with the railroad He notes interest in promising Bristol and Highland District mining claims where development is underway
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Geo. F. Talbot
Supreme Court
Pioche
Carson City
Judge Talbot
Fourth Judicial District
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Alex Orr
Ohio- Kentucky Company
Nevada
Des Moines
Utah
Anderson’s Operations
New Yorker
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