Various2018-06-012018-06-011872TRA-059-18-001http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11867/77338 page typed transcription, created by Click Relander."For a number of years it has been known that gold existed in considerable quantities among the black sands along the ocean beach south of Coos Bay and the miners have been working them more or less; but recently further discoveries have been made near Port Orchard. From present indications these mines are destined to become quite valuable, the principal drawbacks being the want of water for hydraulic purposes."NO KNOWN COPYRIGHT The organization that has made the Item available reasonably believes that the Item is not restricted by copyright or related rights, but a conclusive determination could not be made. Please refer to the organization that has made the Item available for more information. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use.