by Kerby Jackson (Introduction by), Us Dept of Interior (Author)
Leading mining historian Kerby Jackson introduces us to a classic mining publication on the Mining Industry in New Mexico. Written in 1942, this hard to find publication includes valuable insights into the gold and silver mining industry of New Mexico. Included are important details on the geology and ore minerals of the Magdalena Mining District, as well as the locations and other facts of the important gold and silver mines of the area. Some of the mines featured include the Nitt, Graphic-Waldo or Ozark Mine, Kelly Mine, Juanita, South Juanita, Black Cloud, Mistletoe, Young America, Imperial, Enterprise, Linchburg Tunnel, Woodland, Cavern, Grand Ledge, Connelly, West Virginia, Victor, Sampson, Grand Tower, Legal Tender, Germany, Little Loella, Tip Top, Key, Stonewall, Ambrosia, Sleeper, Hardscrabble, Anchor, Vindicator, Cavalier, Heister and others. Lavishly illustrated with photographs of local ore, mine maps and more.