Ludwig Mine Showcases Giant Copper Deposits
A detailed tour of the Ludwig mine presents vast ore bodies at 500 to 650 feet levels, including calcocite carrying up to 50 percent copper and native copper. The writer claims Ludwig rivals the world’s great copper mines, noting rich sulphide and carbonate veins, extensive waste dumps, and efficient ore processing on site. Yerington boasted a property with more ore in sight than any Nevada mine aside from Bluestone.
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West End
Ludwig
Arentz
Douglas Company
Yerington
Bluestone ore plant in Yerington eyes big expansion
The Bluestone property now runs an electro lytic plant that has moved beyond experiments and proven successful. Starting as a six ton daily operation, it has expanded to 150 tons per day and may reach 1,000 tons daily with future enlargements. The process crushes ore, roasts it in brick ovens, then uses magnets to separate ore from waste on a rubber belt system.
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Yerington
Ore treatment yields self fluxing iron and copper
The passage notes that ore is processed to maximize waste handling and prevent any escaped values. The system’s output after ore treatment is iron and copper, making the ore self fluxing and reducing rework.
WABUSKA COPPER MINES GETS NEW MANAGEMENT
Key Pittman and Edgar Wallace of Tonopah secure the Wabuska Copper Mines property with eastern associates. James E. McDermott, veteran copper mine official, is appointed general manager as permanent work begins and buildings rise amid active development at the site.
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Key Pittman
Edgar Wallace
Tonopah
Wabuska Copper Mines
James E. McDermott
Pheasant Stocking Plan Aims at Mason Valley
Messrs. Leverich and McTaggart of this city arrange to import several brace of Japanese pheasants from Oregon. Other Yer ington sportsmen show interest in stocking the valley with the birds. The project envisions breeding locally and eventual release. Those familiar with pheasant habits say Mason valley offers strong propagation opportunities.
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Messrs. Leverich
McTaggart
Oregon
Yerington
Mason Valley
Notice to Stockholders of Yerington Water Company Meeting
All stockholders are notified that a meeting will be held at the company office on Main street Yerington Nevada March 9 1908 at 10 o clock a m. The sale and transfer of the entire assets will be considered as best for the company. Full attendance is desired. C H MILLER Secretary.
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Yerington Water Company
Main Street
Yerington
Nevada
C. H. Miller
Malachite Mine Promises Rich Surface Indications
The Times notes superb surface showings at the Malachite property operated with Mason Valley and McConnell holdings nearby. It describes a strong lead-silver and copper vein system, extensive development plans, new power, drills, and hotel style sleeping quarters, signaling an imminent active campaign and high expectations.
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Times
Malachite Company
Mason Valley Company
Quinquagesima Sunday Notice For St Josephs Church
The congregation learns no services at St Josephs tomorrow due to the priest being at an outside station. Lent begins next Wednesday with Ash Wednesday observances. Mass is scheduled for 5 a.m. with fast and abstinence obligations on Wednesdays and Fridays until Easter.
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St. Joseph's Church
Methodist Church Preaching Times and Song Service
The Methodist Episcopal Church schedules preaching at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. with a 2:00 p.m. service at Barret. Mr. Arne, noted as a sweet singer, will conduct the song service at all meetings. Try an advertisement in the Times.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Barret
Arne
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Wabuska Gopper Company
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Sonne
Wilson Gold Mines
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George F. Willis
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Lyon County Bank
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