University of Arizona

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Western Mines and Mining Notes

1911 to 1948
MS 105
Collection Guide

The collection includes a portfolio of typescript pages with brief descriptions of 91 mines. Locations are mostly in California and Arizona, but other western areas are also included. Historical and technical information is given, appraising each mine from an economic point of view. The reports encompass geological aspects, development, method of working, value, and future prospects.

Included materials:
Manuscript
Subject Area:
Mining
Collection Area:
Arizona & Southwest

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