P a g e 5 G h o s t T o w n s a n d H i s t o r y o f M o n t a n a N e w s l e t t e r of precious stones set in the table with cement, embracing arrow heads, ribbon and moss agates, and tiger eyes-the letter “P” being composed entirely of arrow heads and the intervening spaces filled with gold nuggets. The two letters “O” were formed of ribbon agates and tiger eyes. From the above representative of the minerals of Park county, conclusions can be drawn on what a gorgeous display could be made today by a collection of our various minerals and fine specimens unearthed by more recent discoveries. The miners’ cabin from Park county suffered almost complete ruin at the hands of specimen hunters. The agates and nuggets used to form the lettering on the table, the pot over the fire place, and the rich quartz specimens used upon the roof of the cabin were all broken off, leaving the exhibit comparatively worthless. MANUFACTURING POSSIBILITIES. The manufacturing in Park county is yet in its infancy. The abundant water power afforded by its streams, its proximity to the local coal fields, its superior transportation facilities and the increasing demand for manufactured commodities are, however, rapidly developing this branch of industry. The most important industries are the manufacture of flour and that of lumber. The former naturally establishing itself in a wheat region near abundant water power, receiving its greatest stimulus from the adoption of the middlings purifying process, which produces the highest grade of flour. Among other manufacturing industries under consideration are the making of brick, pottery and stoneware, while the smelting and reduction of ores is keeping Scene in a Lumber Camp. steady pace with the development of the mineral resources. The drawbacks to the manufacturing industry in the older states are here prominently emphasized by their absence. If such states as California can carry on this branch successfully, even though she has no coal and a scarcity of other fuel, while the distance of the water power necessitates the building of long canals, dams and other appliances, why then cannot Park county, with a supply of all these at hand, win in a competitive race on what the gold state is now given such high honors? By the above facts it can be safely predicted that the manufacturing interests of this region will keep steady pace with the development of the other prominent resources. A Stranger’s Opinion of Park County. Park county is a good county. Its mining districts are among the greatest in the state, according to their development. There is nothing to prevent a great deal further increase in both wealth and people. Were the population doubled tomorrow there would be resources enough to supply all with work. In her mines,
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