• The town grew in 1882, when a railroad was built through Hackberry, allowing ranchers and miners to export their products further than ever before. (atlasobscura.com)
  • In 2018, it turns 155 years old-a history rich with cowboys, miners and ranchers. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • Along with the miners came ranchers who settled along the Hassayampa River. (truewestmagazine.com)
  • Unfortunately, the nearest place to find groceries, gas, and other needs was Kingman, a full day's drive in a Model A. Although it only served a small community of workers, the Hackberry General Store was a vital resource for the town. (atlasobscura.com)
  • Lake Havasu City-based River City Newspapers will acquire the Mohave Valley Daily News and the Kingman Miner in a move that strengthens the company's holdings in Mohave County and Northwestern Arizona. (wickcommunications.com)
  • Prescott, Ariz.), 25 Oct. 1911. (loc.gov)
  • In 1911, Ray was developed as an underground mine with, as I mentioned earlier, miners following veins of copper sulfides. (rockngem.com)
  • A 60-mile trip roughly following the Hassayampa River upstream from Wickenburg to Prescott rightly begins at what's left of Vulture City, an authentic ghost town where thousands of souls once lived. (truewestmagazine.com)
  • According to the June 2023 IACHR filing, in March 2008 "Blackfire began making regular secret payments into the personal bank account of the mayor of the local town of Chicomuselo to "keep the peace and prevent local members of the community from taking up arms against the mine. (mining-technology.com)
  • A miner walks at the entrance of a goldmine shaft in Springs, South Africa, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023. (khon2.com)
  • https://www.tonopahnevada.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/truewest.jpg 720 1280 admin https://www.tonopahnevada.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/TonopahNevadaLogo-1.png admin 2018-12-10 20:37:18 2023-05-09 16:47:46 Tonopah, NV Honored as Top True Western Town by True West Magazine! (tonopahnevada.com)
  • We are so afraid," Xinhua quoted miner Peng Zhuwen as saying. (apa.az)
  • In the years to follow more than 30,000 miners and thieves, gamblers and gunfighters, merchants and shady ladies, swarmed the boom town. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • 12 miles outside Wickenburg, visitors can tour Vulture City, a ghost town with a remarkable collection of historic buildings gnawed by the elements, but still standing. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • This historic locale nudges the border of Arizona and was dubbed one of the country's top 10 coolest small towns. (tripping.com)
  • I don't know what it was like for the other towns, but my town got hit badly," he said. (apa.az)
  • Known as the " Queen of the Cow towns ," the " wickedest little city in America ," and the " beautiful Babylon of the frontier . (thelastbestwest.com)
  • Although the western U.S. state of Arizona is best known for the Grand Canyon and its capital city of Phoenix, it's filled with unique towns that are worth exploring whether you have a day, week, or even longer. (worldatlas.com)
  • Once named the "Wickedest Town in the West" due to its notorious gunfighting, gambling, and bootlegging past, the small town of Jerome is a thriving tourist destination today. (worldatlas.com)
  • Also known as the "Wickedest Town in the West," Jerome is now a thriving tourist and artist hub with a population of around 450 people. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • Their adventure began when they met an opal miner in the tiny outback town of Quilpie in Queensland, Australia. (artiquegallery.com)
  • After seeing the beautifulgems the miner displayed, Kevin and Joanne caught what is known as "opal fever. (artiquegallery.com)
  • Opal miners can dig rough opal and show their customers by using his mobile phone to take a picture and send, this was unthinkable even few years ago. (opalauctions.com)
  • Opal miners and sellers would travel city to city to display their opals to shop keepers. (opalauctions.com)
  • The trapped coal miners are located in a mine shaft more than 300 meters below ground. (trend.az)
  • Coal is getting harder to get to-and that's contributing to a respiratory epidemic among miners. (nrdc.org)
  • In Collinsville, Illinois, a crowd seized a coal miner, Robert Prager, who had the bad luck to be German-born. (nybooks.com)
  • 2 miners did not complete the would have done to alleviate some underground coal mines (referred to as interview) was what, in their opinion, [of the problem]. (cdc.gov)
  • Dodge City was a mecca for gamblers, girls and cowboys. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • This legendary burg, listed on the National Historic Register, once had a population of 15,000 miners, bootleggers, gamblers and prostitutes in its heyday but declined to a "ghost town" of under 50 people after the mines and smelter closed in the early '50s. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • In 2013, a group of 34 illegal gold miners with severe diarrheic and respiratory symptoms were evacuated by plane from a health post to the reference regional hospital in Cayenne. (cdc.gov)
  • At least one hospital in the city said it had reached "full ward capacity" as patients sought medical treatment for respiratory issues. (cnn.com)
  • So, when it came time to stake out a town, to support all the mines and workers there was only one suggestion for a name: Tombstone. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • If visiting an authentic western town is on your bucket list, don't miss a trip to Tombstone. (worldatlas.com)
  • If you're visiting town with your family, spend a day at the Old Tombstone Western Theme Park, where you can pan for gold. (worldatlas.com)
  • Tombstone, AZ took the top spot. (tonopahnevada.com)
  • All catered to a growing population of cowboys, Chinese labor, lumberjacks and copper miners. (desertusa.com)
  • Your link to the business community of Jerome, AZ. (jeromechamber.com)
  • The town of Jerome is on the National Historic Registry and is one of the top Arizona's destinations for art lovers. (jeromechamber.com)
  • With its roots at a copper mining camp, Jerome is a lively ghost town filled with all types of artisans, local musicians, historic sites, gift shops, and boutiques. (worldatlas.com)
  • The Jerome Grand Hotel , located in the historic mining town of Jerome, Arizona , stands as a testament to a bygone era. (haunteddiary.com)
  • The Jerome Grand Hotel is a historic landmark located in Jerome, Arizona . (haunteddiary.com)
  • Originally constructed in 1926 , the hotel was known as the United Verde Hospital , built to serve the mining community in Jerome during its heyday as a prosperous copper mining town. (haunteddiary.com)
  • It was built on the side of Cleopatra Hill , offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the town of Jerome. (haunteddiary.com)
  • Nicknamed "The City in the Sky," Jerome was at one time the most talked-about mining camp in America. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • Jerome resides above what was once the largest copper mine in Arizona which was producing an astonishing three million pounds of copper per month. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • Today the mines may be silent, but Jerome has found new life as the largest ghost town in America and a bustling tourist destination. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • JOHANNESBURG (AP) - A group of miners from an unregistered, rival union are holding hundreds of their colleagues underground for a second day at a gold mine in South Africa over a union dispute, police and mine officials said Tuesday. (khon2.com)
  • Cape Town, Republic of South Africa. (canadianminingjournal.com)
  • Kevin and Joanne work with the local miners to obtain the rough gems, which help to support local villages. (artiquegallery.com)
  • Many specimens of magnetite crystals are saved by miners that work in iron mines preserving them from being crushed in the processing. (johnbetts-fineminerals.com)
  • Hundreds of specimens were found and collected by miners. (rockngem.com)
  • Once the Pearl Handle Pit opened, like any operating mine, the miners took every opportunity to collect specimens revealed by mining. (rockngem.com)
  • This is a choice example of spinel twinned copper crystals found in the Pearl Handle Pit in Ray, Arizona. (rockngem.com)
  • One person even improvements and miners' experiences in fighting recommended that, in these formal implications for training underground mine fires and presented discussions, management find a way to miners in fire-fighting their perceptions of training and let workers draw upon their collective preparedness readiness for fire-fighting. (cdc.gov)
  • You receive an education in the heritage of, not just the town, but also the entire state. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • In Luozehe, a town in Yiliang near a zinc mine, residents and state media said boulders hurtled off hillsides and houses collapsed. (apa.az)
  • What sets this town apart from others in the state is that you can walk the same paths as legendary people such as Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday, as well as take paranormal tours and watch wild west gunfight reenactments. (worldatlas.com)
  • Dubbed "Arizona's Playground" due to its abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, the fact that Lake Havasu City has miles of scenic coastline in a state with a predominately desert landscape sets it apart from all other Arizona destinations. (worldatlas.com)
  • At the Nevada State Mining Championships, men compete in events like single and double jack drilling, just as early miners did. (tonopahnevada.com)
  • The free-standing building is well-situated, located adjacent to Arizona State University's Main Campus, and a short drive from the Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Gardens, local hot-spot's Tempe Marketplace, and the Salt River. (nickminer.com)
  • Wickenburg and the rest of Arizona's historic communities vie in a friendly competition for the title of the state's most Western town. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • Since 1948, Wickenburg has celebrated its frontier past with a town-wide blowout. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • An 1862 gold rush near Yuma, Arizona, spurred the interest of gold prospectors including an Austrian named Henry Wickenburg. (truewestmagazine.com)
  • When the Phoenix to California highway (Highway 60) was constructed, Wickenburg became the destination spot for many tourists, helping the city live up to its title as the Dude Ranch Capital of the World. (truewestmagazine.com)
  • Founded as a historic copper mining town, today it has a booming arts and culture district complete with delicious eateries and charismatic (if not sometimes haunted) lodging. (discoverbisbee.com)
  • This small resort town sits on the banks of the Rio Grande River and is affectionately referred to by locals as 'T or C.' The downtown historic bathhouses and spas were renowned health centers in the 1920s, '30s, and '40s, and hot springs still dot the area. (tripping.com)
  • Take a walk over the historic London Bridge, which was relocated to Lake Havasu City more than 50 years ago. (worldatlas.com)
  • There are also historic buildings in the town including the churches of Madonna dell'Assunta, San Martino, Madonna dell'Aiuto, and the Palazzo delle Miniere (Miners' Palace). (dolomitisuperski.com)
  • Editors base their selection on criteria demonstrating how each town has preserved its history through old buildings, museums and other institutions, events, and promotions of historic resources. (tonopahnevada.com)
  • A rescue team has been sent down into the shaft to locate the trapped miners, the official said. (trend.az)
  • The official added that the miners are currently located in a difficult-to-reach section of the shaft, which may complicate rescue efforts. (trend.az)
  • Festivities included gunfights, gold panning, mucking and drilling contests, a Senior Pro Rodeo, classic car show, family carnival and one of the biggest parades in Arizona. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • Small Town Fourth of July - parades, local marching bands and fireworks. (desertusa.com)
  • Origins of gold miners (N = 205) before they began to work in the illegal gold mining site of Eau Claire, French Guiana. (cdc.gov)
  • Hackberry General Store, located in the former mining town of Hackberry, Arizona, is bypassed by many Route 66 travelers, oftentimes because they simply blink and miss it. (atlasobscura.com)
  • For his Creative Capital Project, Shawnee, Ohio , he focused on the small Appalachian town where his family came from, studying the area's complex history of mining, labor, and culture from the 19th to 21st centuries. (creative-capital.org)
  • There's one by Sigmund Cozma, who was the last living survivor of the Millfield Mining Disaster, which took place in the 1930s where 80 miners were killed. (creative-capital.org)
  • The unique town was founded as a mining camp in 1875, and is situated in the heart of the stunning Tonto National Forest. (worldatlas.com)
  • Today, the ranching and mining industry is still thriving, and tourists come to the town to camp, take in the scenic mountain views, and explore local wildlife. (worldatlas.com)
  • While many travelers continue to use nearby Flagstaff as their hub to northern Arizona attractions, quite a few are discovering that William's small-town charm is a cozier stop on the long and sometimes arduous highways. (desertusa.com)
  • The first cowboy to utter these immortal lines was Old Bill Miner. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • After shooting Jack Straw, a well known bad cowboy, Wild Bill Hickok bought a round for the bar, and the town band struck up a tune. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • Railhead - Arizona Cowboy Shooters Association's annual Southwest Regional Championship of cowboy action shooting. (desertusa.com)
  • According to Jon Hericourt, CEO of New Kleinfontein Gold Mine company, which manages the mine, the incident erupted early Monday when miners from the AMCU union prevented hundreds of others from leaving after their night shift ended at the Modder East mine in Springs, east of Johannesburg. (khon2.com)
  • Perched on the scenic Cleopatra Hill , this majestic building once served as the United Verde Hospital , providing medical care to the miners of the early 20th century. (haunteddiary.com)
  • Who can tell the history of a town as it evolves? (creative-capital.org)
  • It uses archival recordings, video, images, and creates a collage of these people's voices to express the life and history of the town. (creative-capital.org)
  • 15 years ago here there has been a happy life and a place to work.This is a history of one family living in this ghost-town. (dafilms.com)
  • Twelve soldiers and military policemen accompanied the medical team to ensure their protection but also that of the miners' community. (cdc.gov)
  • The blockade continued for some time and in July, with the blockade still ongoing, Abarca and other community members travelled to Mexico City to protest at the Canadian Embassy there. (mining-technology.com)
  • Almost as high as Fiera di Primiero, Siror is the northernmost community in the Primiero Valley, and has a partner city in Schönberg in the Stubai Valley. (dolomitisuperski.com)
  • lt;p>Upgraded speed limit signage and pedestrian crossing signage on US 89 entering the community of Yarnell are among the immediate measures being taken by the Arizona Department of Transportation to address safety issues following a recent fatal crash between a vehicle and a pedestrian. (azdot.gov)
  • Past and current off-site exposures to uranium are not at levels expected to cause adverse health effects for either adults or children living near the Y-12 plant, including the city of Oak Ridge and the Scarboro community. (cdc.gov)
  • Huntly miners stopped work for three months during the 1913 general strike. (teara.govt.nz)
  • To assess the prevalence of malaria among illegal gold miners in the French Guiana rainforest, we screened 205 miners during May-June 2014. (cdc.gov)
  • Risk for emergence and spread of artemisinin resistance among gold miners in the rainforest is high. (cdc.gov)
  • Based on the real-life event, when a gold and copper mine collapses, it traps 33 miners underground for 69 days. (cdc.gov)
  • Hericourt blamed members of AMCU, saying they have demanded to be the sole union representing the miners at Modder East, which is owned by the Gold One Group. (khon2.com)
  • Town 34 km north-west of Hamilton with a 2013 population of 6,954. (teara.govt.nz)
  • Many miners came from the South Island's West Coast, and the north of England and Scotland. (teara.govt.nz)
  • Tonopah, NV Honored as Top True Western Town by True West Magazine! (tonopahnevada.com)
  • The Central Nevada Museum has an Old West town with miners' cabins, a saloon and blacksmith shop. (tonopahnevada.com)
  • Tonopah is a small town-about 2500 people-with a big heritage," says True West Executive Editor Bob Boze Bell. (tonopahnevada.com)
  • Escape to this charming mountain town in the scenic Sangre de Cristo mountains. (tripping.com)
  • And before it played out the silver mines in the Arizona desert would pay out a billion dollars at today's value. (thelastbestwest.com)
  • Made famous by the Eagle's song "Take It Easy," tourists from all over the world come to the city of Winslow, Arizona, to stand on the famous corner mentioned in the popular tune. (worldatlas.com)
  • Beaches, mountains, and the desert converge in Lake Havasu City, which is located on the California border. (worldatlas.com)
  • Miners flocked to the area in the 1870s to take advantage of the rich silver deposits. (tripping.com)
  • This commitment is demonstrated by bringing people from all over the world together in this picturesque area of Arizona that can only be seen by rail, and by overwhelming visitors with a leisurely, unparalleled experience. (verdecanyonrr.com)
  • Miners working the area followed veins of copper sulfides, chalcocite, and covellite, along with native copper and copper silicate chrysocolla. (rockngem.com)
  • A group of miners from an unregistered, rival union are holding around 500 of their colleagues underground for the second day at the mine over a union dispute. (khon2.com)
  • Now in its 30th year, this colorful festival takes place on Sept. 1 and kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month in Arizona. (outwickenburgway.com)
  • Named for legendary mountain man William Sherley Williams, aka "Old Bill," the town was first settled by sheepherders in 1874. (desertusa.com)
  • Shawnee, Ohio tries to capture these different stories and brings them together using archival recordings and my own ensemble of seven musicians as a series of portraits in the people's own voices, speaking about the town, labor, disasters, protest, or recovery. (creative-capital.org)
  • Three miners were killed and another 19 are still trapped in a mine collapse that occurred on Saturday in the city of Heshan in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, according to a city government official. (trend.az)
  • The fate of southern Arizona's embattled San Pedro River could hinge on whether the government acts to protect the nearly extinct Arizona eryngo-and in doing so puts the brakes on groundwater pumping that's draining the landscape. (nrdc.org)
  • There once was a small town along Mineral Creek in Arizona's Dripping Springs Mountains called Ray. (rockngem.com)
  • Unfortunately, Hackberry lost its main draw and nearly became a ghost town in 1919, when the Hackberry Silver Mine was closed down. (atlasobscura.com)
  • An ADOT bypass is due in town by 2008 and everyone is in high gear to take the semi trucks off the downtown streets, plant trees, put down pavers and say welcome to the new restaurants, shops and galleries that move out here. (truewestmagazine.com)
  • The region is also known for its wineries and breweries, making it the ideal place to sip a glass of local wine or craft beer while soaking up some the famous Arizona sunshine on a patio. (worldatlas.com)
  • Best known as the first town to arrest Billy the Kid, Silver City is a haven for foodies, and you can spend special time together over a scrumptious meal at the Los Arcos Steak and Lobster House or some luscious Asian fusion at Latitude 33. (tripping.com)
  • Not far north of Ray is the Magma mine , in Superior, Arizona, and another rich copper deposit nearby is the now mined out and once rich Silver King mine found in the 1800s by a soldier named Sullivan, who was part of a crew building a new road. (rockngem.com)
  • The funny thing is that Sullivan couldn't find the silver mine when he retired and returned to Arizona. (rockngem.com)
  • Occupational Safety and Health's of the miners were satisfied with the viewed indicated a desire for hands-on (NIOSH) Pittsburgh Research Center fire-fighting training they were receiving, experience, either in extinguishing a [Vaught et al. (cdc.gov)
  • Mine A, where hands-on practice was you the proper use of a fire extin- miners' preparedness to evacuate a fire emphasized. (cdc.gov)
  • Now reopened) And as Interstate 40 loomed closer, threatening to divert traffic away from Williams, the little town fought to keep its stretch of the Mother Road. (desertusa.com)
  • A previous study conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) indicates that 70-90 percent of all miners have a noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) great enough to be classified as a hearing disability by retirement age. (cdc.gov)
  • As the Pearl Handle Pit miners broke through the hard layer of caliche present, they exposed a zone rich in clusters of long branching crystallized copper wires coated with bright red crystallized cuprite. (rockngem.com)
  • A government official in Jiaokui town said a large number of houses had collapsed. (apa.az)
  • The northwest city of Tak reached 45.4°C Saturday, but large portions of the country have been in the upper 30s to low 40s since late March. (cnn.com)