The Snake River country, the Imnaha, Eagle Cap Wilderness, Chief Joseph and his Nez Perce tribe--all storied names--all discussed in a most readable manner. The gold mines of Cornucopia: the Last Chance, the Queen of the West, the Red Jacket, the Whitman and the Union Companion to name but a few, where the ore was mined. The tramways, some of them among the longest and highest ever built in the world, were built to transport ore to the mills and supplies back to the mines, high up on the slopes. Finally, the mills, including the Baker, the Hoke, the Mayflower, the Union and the Queen of the West, where ore was concentrated before shipping to smelters and mint. All are described in detail, with literally hundreds of photos, copies of location notices, and pay vouchers for some of the miners who worked in this magnificent area. 

For the historian, either professional or amateur, or for the person who simply enjoys a good read, this book is a must. It covers many aspects of early day pioneer life in Eastern Oregon, in great detail. It is copyrighted and in limited supply, so you should order as soon as possible to ensure that one is available to you. The price is $50.00 for the book and $5.00 shipping and handling to get it to you. You may order it by regular mail by sending a check or money order for $55.00 direct to the author, Carmelita Holland at 43080 Main Street, New Bridge, Richland Oregon 97870, you may call her your order at (541) 893-6424, and get to speak directly with the author, or, finally, you may fill in the order form below, click on the submit button, and we will send the book C.O.D. The option is yours.