Record #:

20902

Author(s):

Phifer, Edward W.

Abstract:

This article looks at the discovery of gold in Burke County in 1828 that sparked a period of rapid industrialization, commercial activity, fiscal organization, and speculation in the region. Information on the development and infrastructure for gold mining in the area at this time is included.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 40 Issue 4, Oct 1963, p489-500, il, map, f

Subject(s):

Gold mines and mining--Burke County--History