Arizona weekly enterprise., 1890-04-26
The Arivaipa Mines.

not even the official report of Graham country's supervisors to the mining resources of Graham county, speaks of this eminently rich mineral dis trct. The basis of supplies for these mines Is Wilcox, @ miles. nearly ;. 5. east, connected with the mines by very good wagon road, 40 miles oi which forms, also, the freight road between Wilcox and Globe, and on which are located numerous large cattle ranges, such as the Sierra Be nito, the Eureka, Bridwells and Dun- laps ranges.
 In the immediate vicinity north of these mines is Mt Turnbull, one Of ' the high peaks of Arizona, and but few miles northwesterly are the Deer Creek coal fields, well known by sev- eral reports made on them. The headquarters of the White Mountain Indian reservation at San Carlos, with its military is but 24 miles north, and Fort Grant and Thomas south- east and northeast respectively, are but short distance from the mines. Several mineral springs, of which Hooker's Springs are best known, are found in this neighb0rhood the waters Of the latter are said to be equal to the celebrated Carlsbad Springs in Bohemia. Although yet little known, they have effected cures of rheumatic and scrofulous disorders, as well as dyspepsia, and when better known must attract widespread attention to their great value.
 The mining district, in which the Arivaipa mines are located, at an altitude of 1000 feet approximately, has a most remarkable mineral char acter. The principal ores found are argentiterous lead ores, (both carbon ates and sulphides,) copper ores, in shape of carbonates, at present, and Of which part is argentiferous. The rock formation seems to belong to the sub-carboniferous series, fossil iferOus limestoneS and slates, with quartZlte belts. In the west and south, sandstones and conglomerates are found in nearly horizontal stratas for miles. Porphyritic rock intrudes occasionally and is particularly devel- oped more easterly, while here and there the products of volcanic action, such as obsidium, tufa and other minerals are found.
 The coal fields, just adjoining the southern borders of the reservation are but miles distant from the mines and sooner or later will become an important factor in the economical working of thevast mineral wealth in these mountains.
 The first step in opening these mines, of which there are a large number, is now being done, under the direction of Dr. Alex Trippel, by the Arivaipa Mining Company, of New York, composed of wealthy, conserva- tive and professional members, who intend to work their valuable mines gradually on a large scale and in thorough manner. The ore-silver- lead ore-is. nor doubt. there in i'm mense quantities, yielding fairly well in silver, lead and some gold; the cop per ores of excellent quality, and nearly all the ores are in condition as to be easily fuxed. The initial movements of the company were directed in building roads, leading up the Shaw canyon to the future smell ter site and to the mines, directly from Wilcox; to build houses for the accommodation of the men and store houses. During the first two months great deal has been accomplished several miles of 2 magnificent noun tain road has been completed, with over twelve miles of road in the main valley; number of buildings have been erected, and recently actual mining has been commenced. Every thing is done on a strictly business proposition; the working force, now about 50 men, will be further increas- ed and it is probable that by next September, at least one furnace will be in operation.
 A point which may become of inn portance to Globe, is the construction of the company's road to the top of the hills, about 1900 feet above the valley. (which, were it. extended but or 9 miles, through Hawk canyon, would meet the former Deer Creek coal road to San Carlos. With coop eration, such road is feasible, al- though the mile link would be very expensive. It is, however, probable, that Hawk canyon may be partially avoided, and less costly road be built to San Carlos, which, when com pleted, would shorten the present route from Wilcox to Globe over 30 miles. If government aid could be enlisted to some extent, and in their own interest, there is no doubt that a practicable freight road could be con structed. Shaw canyon, in which the present camp is located, is a most beautiful place; the mines, however, are few miles distant on elevated ground. Everything looks as if this new mining enterprise, would be one of the solid and business propositions, promising rich reward for the capital invested, and a great progress in the mining history of Arizona.-Silver Belt.
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