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The Interior "Clean Up" day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake... 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill. The Interior "Clean Up" day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake... 1888
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The Interior "Clean Up" day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake... 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill. The Interior "Clean Up" day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake... 1888
The Interior. "Clean Up" day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake Mills, Terraville, Dakota []. Interior of saw mill; men working on equipment
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This photograph, titled 'The Interior. Clean Up day at the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, one of the Homestake Mills, Terraville, Dakota' was captured by renowned American photographer John C.H. Grabill in 1888. The image offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a gold stamp mill during the late 19th century in the American West. Located in Terraville, Lawrence County, South Dakota, the Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill was part of the extensive Homestake Mine operations. The stamp mill was a critical component of the gold mining process, where crushed ore was ground and separated from the precious metal through a series of stamps. The photograph captures a group of workers in the midst of a 'clean up day,' a regular maintenance event to ensure the machinery was functioning optimally. Men are seen working on various parts of the equipment, likely repairing or replacing worn components. The interior of the mill is filled with a mix of wood and metal machinery, creating a stark contrast between the raw materials and the industrious laborers. This image serves as a testament to the hardworking settlers who ventured to the American frontier in search of opportunity and wealth. The photograph also highlights the meeting of European industrial techniques with the American frontier, as evidenced by the sophisticated machinery used in the gold mining process. The Deadwood Terra Gold Stamp Mill, like many other industrial sites of the era, played a significant role in shaping the economic and social landscape of the United States during the late 19th century. This photograph, taken by John C.H. Grabill, offers a unique and valuable perspective into this fascinating period of American history.
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