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H8 ISHPEMING’S SALISBURY
MINE: THE COMPLETE STORY OF A MICHIGAN, UPPER PENINSULA IRON ORE MINE by
Robert D. Dobson, 2004. Here is the story of a mine that because of its very
high grade of ore, endured two fires, a large surface cave in, a flood that
destroyed a great shaft and caused many deaths. A really interesting Michigan
book! 65 pages, photos, soft cover. $9.95 postpaid.
V45 VIDEO – THE MAGIC OF HOMESTAKE by Historical
Footprints. Here is an excellent video that provides an overview of the famous
Homestake Gold Mine located in Lead, South Dakota. This is a video that you will
want to add to your mining history library. VHS $22.95 postpaid. Also available
in DVD format V47 $23.95 postpaid.
H850 GUIDE TO THE CALICOS: GHOST MINING CAMPS AND
SCENIC AREAS VOL: 3 by Bill Mann. This book covers numerous sites with
photos from the past and present. This guide will lead you to fascinating and
historical places that few people know about. Includes GPS coordinates and
vehicle requirements. 120 pages, photos, large size, soft cover. $21.95 p.p.
H132 THE SILVER SEEKERS: THEY TAMED CALIFORNIA’S LAST
FRONTIER by Remi Nadeau, 1999. Read the history of the thousands of men and
women who rushed in search of silver to the wilderness east of the Sierra, from
Tahoe to the Mojave. Out of old newspapers, courtroom testimonies, diaries and
letters, Nadeau pieces together this big part of California history. 330 pages,
maps, black & white photos and illustrations, soft cover. $19.95 postpaid.
H853 THE CORPSE ON BOOMERANG ROAD: TELLURIDE’S WAR ON
LABOR 1899-1908 by Maryjoy Martin, 2004. A well researched expose of the
struggles between Telluride’s mining unions and mine owners. 365 pages, 85
photographs & illustrations, 8 maps, hard cover, dust jacket. $31.95 postpaid.
H854 AMBER: WINDOW TO THE PAST by David A.
Grimaldi, 2004. A lavishly illustrated and researched guide to the entire
spectrum of amber in nature, history and art. Compiled in association with the
American Museum of Natural History, this book draws on the best of published
works on amber, both U.S. and European, and will appeal to the lay readers and
specialists alike. 216 pages, photos, index, soft cover. $26.95 postpaid.
THEN & NOW OVERLAY MAP SERIES – Innovative
and richly detailed map series shows changes to ghost towns and other sites of
historic, such as towns, roads, etc. over the last 100 years. Each map package
includes current overlay maps of the state along with antique
turn-of-the-century maps of the same areas for easy comparison. Each map package
is $10.95. Please add $2.00 to your total order to cover the cost of shipping.
MP16 CALIFORNIA GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW. SOUTHERN
EDITION
MP17 CALIFORNIA GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW. NORTHERN
EDITION
MP18 ARIZONA GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW
MP19 NEVADA GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW
MP20 OREGON GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW
MP21 WASHINGTON GHOST TOWNS/SITES, THEN & NOW
ACMG ARCADIAN COPPER MINE WATER GLASS – This glass
is black & gold in color. The glass has several mining scenes as well as a view
of the bridge between Houghton & Hancock, Michigan. The glass is 4 ¾” high x 2”
diameter at the bottom of the glass and 2 ½” diameter at the top. The Arcadian
Copper Mine was located in Ripley, Michigan. Very scarce! $29.95 postpaid. (One
available)
H877 THE WHITE PINE COPPER DEPOSIT, ONTONAGON COUNTY,
MICHIGAN by Walter S. White and James C. Wright, 1954. Reprinted with
permission by Robert Fox, 2005. Copper, largely in the mineral chalcocite, is
found in the lower most beds of the Nonesuch shale over many square miles near
White Pine. The Copper Range Co., through its subsidiary, the White Pine Copper
Co., mined a multimillion-ton body of low grade ore. This book discusses the
Nonesuch shale, structure geology of copper minerals and related minerals etc.
41 pages, maps, charts, soft cover. A most informative book about an important
Michigan mine. $8.95 postpaid.
H862 A SILVER CAMP CALLED CREEDE: A CENTURY OF MINING
by Richard C. Huston, 2004. Creede Camp became one of the giants of the
industry and during the hundred years or so it was in operation, was responsible
for the excavation of approximately 182 miles of underground mine workings.
Huston traces the history of these mines all the way back through the geological
processes that formed the San Juan Mountains. 539 pages, 121 photographs and
illustrations, 19 maps, hard cover with dust jacket. $34.95 postpaid.
H863 A QUICK HISTORY OF IDAHO SPRINGS by Beth
Simmons, 2004. Tales of the golden era of mining and tourism abound in Idaho
Springs, a National Historic District. It was here on January 7, 1859 that
George Andrew Jackson, cousin of Kit Carson, filled his tin cup with gold dust
and instigated the “Pikes Peak Gold Rush” later to be known as the biggest of
all gold rushes in American history. 86 pages, 46 photographs, 4 maps, soft
cover. $11.95 postpaid
H786 MINES OF THE PEWABIC COUNTY OF MICHIGAN AND
WISCONSIN, VOLUME I, GOLD AND SILVER by Bruce K. Cox, 2002. Upper Michigan
is known for its iron and copper, but it has also produced quite a bit of silver
and gold. The gold fever spread across northern Wisconsin and the U.P. of
Michigan during the 1880’s. This book covers the gold and silver mines of
Gogebic County, Iron and Ashland counties in Wisconsin, a few in Bayfield,
Wisconsin as well as all the mines and explorations in Ontonagon County that
borders on Gogebic, beginning from Range 42 West. Large size, 72 pages, photos,
section maps, soft cover. An excellent book! $22.95 postpaid.
U269 THE AGE OF GOLD: THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH AND THE
NEW AMERICAN DREAM by H.W. Brands, 2002. 547 pages, photos, hard cover, dust
jacket, like new condition. $26.95 pp.
MP15 THE BESSEMER CONSOLIDATED IRON COMPANY OF THE
STATE OF WISCONSIN FIRST MORTAGE SEVEN PER CENT GOLD BONDS 1888. Principal
Due January 1st, 1898. Mint condition. Set of three bonds, $100 brown
color, $500 blue color, $1000 dark blue. Set of 3 bonds mailed postpaid. $75.00
(One available)
MP17 THE MUNISING IRON CO. FIVE DOLLAR SIGHT DRAFT 1873
MARQUETTE, MICHIGAN. Very scarce! Two nice vignettes, red on off white
background. Mint condition. $97.00 postpaid. (One available)
H856 GOODALL, PERKINS & CO’S GOLD BRAND FUSE 1907
(approx.) Reprinted by Robert Fox, 2005. Here is a most interesting reprint of a
scarce publication that discusses “Gold Brand”, a white countered countered
gutta percha fuse. Included is information on caps,crimpers and powder, a
discussion on the “Gold Brand” fuse by mine owners and mine superintendents,
testimonial, pricelist, etc. Goodall Perkins & Co. was located in San Francisco.
Photos, pricelist, soft cover. $6.95 postpaid.
RM1 ROCKS & MINERALS Sept/Oct 2000 – “The
Mineralogy, Geology and Mining History of the Telluride District, San Miguel
County, Colorado.” Color & b&w photos. $10.95 pp. (One available)
WHATS HOT? In past Newsletters, the
following books were top sellers.
H342
MINNESOTA’S IRON COUNTRY by Marvin Lamppa, 2003. Richly illustrated with
more than 100 historic photos, maps and art works. 304 pages, large size, soft
cover. $21.95 postpaid.
H432 THE MINING VENTURES OF THIS ONTONAGON COUNTRY
by James K. Jamison, 1996. Covers the mining operations in Ontonagon, MI, from
the beginning to the year 1950. 90 pages, maps, photos, soft cover. $16.95
postpaid.
H839 EXPLORING THE GHOST TOWN DESERT: A GUIDE TO THE
RAND MINING AREA, ITS NATURAL AND HISTORIC POINTS OF INTEREST by Starry,
2003. 192 pages, photos, $16.95
H635 GOODSPRINGS, NEVADA: INCLUDING SANDY, JEAN,
KEYSTONE, PLATINA, RIPLEY AND THE YELLOW PINE MINE CAMP by Alan H. Patera,
1999. Large size, photos, 44 pages, maps, soft cover. $12.00 postpaid.
H633 THE RUSH TO WHITE PINE by Alan H. Patera,
1988. 68 pages, photos, index, soft cover. $12.00 postpaid.
H686 LUNDY by Alan H. Patera, 2000. This book
covers the mines and town of Lundy, Mono County, California. Large size, 88
pages, photos, soft cover. $17.00 postpaid.
H855 IOWA UNDERGROUND by Greg A. Brick, 2004. Take
a mysterious and fascinating tour through Iowa’s underground treasures. This
guide will reveal the states subterranean attractions including show and wild
caves, mining sites and other geological and man-made sites. If you are a sport
caver, a scientist, or curious tourist, this guide will give you all you need to
know to begin exploring Iowa’s underground world.220 pages, photos, map, list of
references, soft cover. $18.95 postpaid.
MP18 IRON CLIFFS COMPANY LAND AGENTS OFFICE, NEGAUNEE,
MICHIGAN CHECK. Unissued. Very nice revenue stamp in the center of the
check, printed as part of the check. $15.95 postpaid.
(One available)
H857 THE MINERAL HISTORY OF SOUTH DAKOTA PART ONE
by Matrix, Summer 2002. “When it comes to great American mineral
producing regions, South Dakota is one of the better kept secrets!” This
publication provides excellent information and photos of the minerals and mines
in South Dakota. Both color and black & white photos. Large size, soft cover.
Limited quantity. $12.95 postpaid.
H858 THE MINERAL HISTORY OF SOUTH DAKOTA PART TWO
by Matrix, Fall 2002.There is a wealth of information about the minerals
and mines of South Dakota, thus the need for Part Two. Large size, color and
black & white photos, soft cover. $12.95 postpaid.
H349 GOLD OCCURRENCES OF COLORADO by Mark W. Davis
& Randall K. Streufert, 1990. Colorado Geological Survey’s authoritative and
comprehensive listing of gold occurrences by district throughout the state,
including output and extensive geological data. Fold-out district map included.
101 pages, maps, large size. $16.00 postpaid.
H373 GOLD PANNING AND PLACERING IN COLORADO by Ben
H. Parker Jr., 1992. A renowned gold geologist shows how and where to pan gold
in Colorado and shares colorful stories and myths along with several tantalizing
leads to undiscovered lodes. District maps and photos, 83 pages, large size,
soft cover. $14.00 postpaid.
H454 COLORADO PLACERS AND PLACERING by Ben H.
Parker Jr., 1994. This partial reprint of Colorado Geological Survey Bulletin
#33 covers 32 different areas of the state where placer deposits are found.
Includes topo maps, 112 pages, photos, soft cover. $13.95 postpaid.
CM5 SOME COPPER COUNTRY NAMES AND PLACES by
Clarence Monette, 2004. Revised and enlarged version of this popular Michigan
book. Excellent descriptions of towns and places in Michigan’s Copper Country.
Information on the mines and railroads that were located in these various towns
and locations. 160 pages, soft cover. $8.00 plus $1.50 shipping.
H860 THE FOUNDING OF THE CALUMET & HECLA MINE
1866-1916 (Reprint) 1916 On the 50th anniversary of this famous
Michigan mining company, this publication was written to recognize the great
part that the employees have played in its successful development. An excellent
history of C & H from the discovery of the Calumet Mine to the building of one
of the greatest mining companies. Describes the accomplishments of Mr. Agassiz.
Lots of valuable information in this publication. $5.95 postpaid.
SC01 STOCK CERTIFICATE - CACTUS COPPER COMPANY.
Incorporated Under the Laws of the State of Minnesota, 1910. Nice underground
mining vignette in the top center of the stock certificate. Green and black
printing on a white background. Issued 100 shares. Nice condition. $22.00
postpaid. (One available)
SC02 STOCK CERTIFICATE – THE MORAINE MINING COMPANY.
Incorporated Under the Laws of the State of Illinois. Very attractive stock
certificate with two vignettes and a gold color seal. Unissued. Black and gold
on a white background. No. 499. Shares $10.00. Good condition. $22.00 postpaid.
(One available)
V49 VIDEO – THE REAL HISTORY OF DEADWOOD by
Historical Footprints. The real history of Deadwood takes you through the town’s
gold rushes of 1876 through 1989, when gambling began a new chapter in this old
town’s story. This has been a very popular video. $22.95 postpaid. Also
available as a DVD. V50 $23.95 postpaid.
MP20 QUINCY MINING COMPANY SIGHT DRAFT 1877 HANCOCK,
LAKE SUPERIOR, MICH. Nice underground mining scene vignette on left side of
sight draft. Black and red lettering on white background. $35.00 postpaid. (One
available)
H685 MINERALS OF ARIZONA by Neil Bearce, 2004. 57
excellent, well-researched collecting sites for collectors, with USGS topo maps,
color photos and a”Site Difficulity Scale” by the author. Large size, 187 pages,
color photos, soft cover. $25.00 Postpaid.
H380 THE GOLD OF THE ORTIZ MOUNTAINS: A STORY OF NEW
MEXICO AND THE WEST’S FIRST MAJOR GOLD RUSH by William Baxter, 2004. The
Ortiz gold rush began quietly, almost in secret, but it grew until a tenth of
the entire population of the province were digging for gold in these mountains.
This richly textured book gives an in-depth view of one of the most historic
mining districts in the United States. 154 pages, illustrations, index, soft
cover. $16.95 postpaid.
H867 MINES OF THE PEWABIC COUNTY OF MICHIGAN AND
WISCONSIN VOLUME III WISCONSIN IRON by Bruce Cox, 2004. The third volume
in the mine series covers iron mines and explorations of Iron, Ashland and
Bayfield counties, Wisconsin with approximately 402 listings. Who ran the mines,
how were the mines named, who was in charge, etc? This book will surprise people
with details of iron explorations as far west as Bayfield County. A sort of “Who
was Who” of the old-time iron men in northern Wisconsin. Completely footnoted,
indexed and illustrated, with locations pin pointed. The earliest location dates
back to the 1840’s. Includes the LaPointe Iron Company and the first shaft sunk
on the Range in 1872, as well as the productive iron mines in and around Hurley,
WI. 150 pages, photos, index, spiral binding. $27.50 postpaid.
Don’t overlook these other books by Bruce Cox.
H786 MINES OF THE PEWABIC COUNTY OF MICHIGAN AND
WISCONSIN, VOLUME I, GOLD & SILVER, 2002. Upper Michigan is known for its
iron and copper, but it has also produced quite a bit of silver and gold. This
book covers the gold and silver mines of Gogebic County, Iron and Ashland
counties in WI, a few in Bayfield, WI as well as all of the mines and
explorations in Ontonagon County that borders on Gogebic, beginning from Range
42 West. Large size, 72 pages, photos, section maps, soft cover. An excellent
book! $22.95 postpaid.
H407 MINES OF THE PEWABIC COUNTY OF MICHIGAN AND
WISCONSIN VOLUME II, COPPER, 2003. The author covers mines and mining
companies that are not usually written about in other books such as the Copper
Falls Mining Co., Chippewa Mining Company, Ashland Mining Co., etc. 154 pages,
photos, maps, soft cover. $27.50 postpaid.
H753 HEADFRAMES AND MINESHAFTS OF THE GOGEBIC RANGE
VOLUME I IRONWOOD, MICHIGAN, 2000. Large size, photos, soft cover. $12.95
H754 HEADFRAMES AND MINE SHAFTS OF THE GOGEBIC RANGE
VOLUME II BESSEMER – RAMSAY – WAKEFIELD, MICHIGAN, 2000. Large size, photos,
soft cover. $12.95 postpaid.
H755 HEADFRAMES AND MINE SHAFTS OF THE GOGEBIC RANGE
VOLUME III IRON COUNTY, WISCONSIN, 2000. Large size, photos,soft cover.
$12.95 postpaid.
VCC VICTORIA COPPER MINING CO. CHECK 1908 A really
neat check! Black lettering on a beige color background. Written on the First
National Bank of Rockland, Michigan. A bank stamp is in the center of the check.
Large size $10.95 postpaid. (One available)
ICC IRON CLIFFS COMPANY CHECK – NEGAUNEE, L.S.
MICHIGAN, 1874. Large size check with a large interesting mining vignette on
the left side. Brown lettering on a white back ground. Scarce! $29.95 postpaid.
(One available)
H861 THE BELMONT MINE – 1953 by Bob Schlosser,
2003. The author reported for work at the Belmont Mine in 1953, fresh from
graduation as a mining engineer from the Colorado School of Mines. He describes
the months that followed as he advanced from pounding boulders on the grizzly to
driving drifts, raises and stopes including blasting and timbering. Years later,
after moving up the management ranks, Schlosser reflects on his months in
Butte’s hottest mine as some of the most valuable training that he had
experienced. Pen and ink drawings illustrate various aspects of underground
mining. An excellent book!! 50 pages, 7 pen & ink drawings, spiral binding,
laminated cover. $15.00 plus $1.50 shipping.
H122 WESTERN MINING by Otis Young, 1970. An
informal account of precious metals prospecting, placering, lode mining and
milling on the American frontier as told by an excellent author! 342 pages,
photos, soft cover. $26.95 postpaid.
MSC MICHIGAN SMELTING COMPANY PAY ROLL CHECK HOUGHTON,
MICHIGAN 1918. Black lettering on yellow background. $6.00 postpaid.
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