P a g e 7 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 The camp usually boasts a dozen men, counting in the entire population of Castle mountains. However, 20 gathered for the division, one man coming in from the hills, a fellow who hadn’t been seen for years and reported lost in the blizzard of 1911. The division resulted in an equal share of one-half gallon each, with a few “shots” over, which were not left for long. Photo by Jolene Ewert-Hintz Photo by Jolene Ewert-Hintz The following resolutions were adopted at the meeting: “Whereas the world has forgotten Castle for a long time, and whereas, the unfounded rumor has been circulated that no more pay streaks can ever again be uncovered in the old camp, therefore, be it resolved that Saturday night shall be declared a holiday to celebrate the coming prosperity of Castle, to again use the old tables and paraphernalia found in the old building, to consult again the spots on divers pasteboard, and in other ways and means, duly have a party.” They did. It is understood that Brophy interests will take a lease and bond on the property, and thoroughly prospect all back rooms. – The Kevin Review, Accessed via: https:// chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/ Highland District In late July, 1866, prospectors discovered placer gold in Fish Creek on Red Mountain in the Highlands. As miners rushed to the area, the Highland district was soon organized and, to the west, the Moose Creek mines opened up. The camps in this district produced purer gold than the placer diggings on Silver Bow Creek. Highland City and Red Mountain City came to life close beside each other each boasting a population of 1,000 during the boom days. Gold from around the two cities is estimated to have totaled $2.3 million. Photo by Jolene Ewert-Hintz Photo by Jolene Ewert-Hintz
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