Axford, H. William

Dates:
Active 1870
Active 1976

Biographical notes:

H.W. Axford used McFarlane family papers to write a book on Peter B. McFarlane (1848-1929), Gilpin County, Colorado, mining and milling entrepreneur. McFarlane came to Central City, Colorado, in 1869 and was active in business and community affairs until his death. He helped develop the Gilpin County Slow Drop Stamp Mill and Gilpin County Gilt Edge Concentrator. From 1900 to 1927 he operated the Central City Opera House.

From the description of Papers, 1870-1976. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 27308190

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Subjects:

  • Gold mines and mining
  • Mines and mineral resources

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Places:

  • Gilpin County (Colo.) (as recorded)
  • Colorado (as recorded)
  • Central City (Colo.) (as recorded)