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De Smet Gold Stamp Mill, Central City, Dak, 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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De Smet Gold Stamp Mill, Central City, Dak, 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
De Smet Gold Stamp Mill, Central City, Dak, 1888. Large mill; five smaller buildings in foreground
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1880s American West Extraction Frontier Gold Mine Goldmine Grabill Grabill John C H Hillside John C John C H Grabill Mill Mine Mining Meeting Of Frontiers Stamping Mill
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This photograph, taken by John C.H. Grabill in 1888, captures the De Smet Gold Stamp Mill in Central City, Lawrence County, South Dakota. The large stamp mill, with its intricate machinery and tall chimney, dominates the scene, while five smaller buildings are arranged in the foreground. The mill, operated by the De Smet Gold Mining Company, was part of the rich gold mining industry that flourished in the American West during the late 19th century. The meeting of frontiers – European and American – is evident in this image, as the European-designed stamp mill stands proudly on the hillside of the American frontier. The mill, which was used to crush ore and extract gold, was a symbol of the industrial revolution that had reached the American West. The photograph, now held in the Library of Congress, provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the history of gold mining in the United States. The hills in the background, dotted with trees, add to the scenic beauty of the image, while the contrast between the white buildings and the black and white landscape adds to its timeless appeal. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the miners who sought their fortune in the American West, and serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and history of the United States.
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