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English
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Mining in the Intermountain West
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Pioneer
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2004
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51
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no.2
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Cautioned by their leaders against the 'gold fever,' early settlers in Utah did not actively pursue mining interests. By the time the railroad arrived, however, the industry had become an important factor in the area's economy. Lott reminds readers of the important role played by mining in the history and heritage of the Intermountain West.