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In the Township of Snowdon, County of Ha!ihnrt«« 'n«» • .^. o. range containing deposits oi r..,J^.\^:''^:i^;ik^^^ ofth^etu^n^lltTr^o^n^rL^^^^^^^ on the South side quarters of z. mile. outcrops of magnetite extending about three- This ore is on high ground, overlooking the Burnt River anH th« «i track, and most conven entiy situated for mmin^ k 5 r. ^ ^"* railway the hill-side, the mine cars To be run by Sv to^h^'shi°'-"""f /"" '"^° pockets at the railroad. ^ gravity to the shipping platforms or This property is about 220 miles by rail from Buffaln N v ♦ u- u point the ores couid be dehvered very cheaolv in r?fnl;„t ' . * ^•' ^^^^^^'^^ ore could go by rail to Toronto, i i^miles or to Wh S ^ . ° b '^'I; ^' ^^'-^ tario, ports on the north shoreof Lake Ontario S^dthenrlh 1°'* "°P'' ^"■ lake to Charlotte, Sodur Point, Fairhaven or' Swilo N v / ^''°' ' -' r^'? '^/ following railways run into Pennsylvania % " Th/T k*^"'^ wh.St?u^!^t;u?„?„;pfrat^li?.ti^^^ '=""»'"' iron ore incoa, vessels ' These deposits are not more than 100 miles from Midland Onf on .k Georgian Bay, whence ore could be sninoed hv hn^t f« nl- ' ■'' °" *^* grain vessels at low rates. ^^ ^ °^^ ^° Chicago, m returning Limestone suitable for flux is found in close oroximitv t« tK« . ■ is abundance of hard-wood suitable for charcoal^ ""'^^^ ^""^ ''^"^ The freight by rail to Buffalo (220 miles) should not exceed ft 1 ^cn^rt... making very cheap Bessemer ore delivered in Buffalo ^^ ^^' ^''"' Ihe freight to Toronto (i 10 miles) should not exceed 7cr «n fha. r ui Toronto owning these mines could get their ore for V^er^^ ' ^"'"''" . Hamilton, Ont., is within . 50 miles of these ores bv r£l Th^r. ... tnnT!f^ Pominion Government offer a cash bonus of & per ton for everv iTnu^a^ry^^'^S? ."irSet ^ J.r.V^1L^^r..^-^.^^^^ -« "^ - -7f Conneilsv.lle, Pennsylvania, could'bV ddivered as rheTDlv'as 'J^VhV*"'" """"J ores could be obtained at remarkably low ral^. ^^ ^^''^^°' ^"'^ Coka furnace. The Government of Ontario is anxious to have the iron ores of the Prorin«« developed, and would encourage and probably assist the first furnace which would be started to smelt such ores, while either of the cities, Toronto or Ham- ilton, would, no doubt, remit the taxes on such an enterprise for a certain time, and might give more substantial aid. The City of Hamilton, Ont., claims special advantages for a Blast Furnace, one being that of having a very cheap supply of limestone suitable for flux. There is not at present any blast furnace in operation in the Province of Ontario, which contains a population of over two million people, and there should be ready sale for the out-put of a furnace producing 1 50 tons of pig- iron daily. The following experts' reports have been made on the Snowdon iron prop- erties : REPORT ON SNOWDON IRON MINES, HALIBURTON COUNTY, ONT. By Prof. C. Gordon Richardson, of Toronto. Toronto^ Ont., August ist, i8gi. \ T. D. Ledvard, Esq., 57 Colborne Street, Toronto,— Dear Sir : In accordance with the instructions received from yourself, to examine the Snowdon Iron property, and to report thereon, I visited the grounds upon the 25th of last month. Description. The property comprises south p.'srt Lot 25 and Lot 27, in the IV. Conces- sion of the Township of Snowdon, containing about 170 acres altogether. The Monck road runs through Lot 25 and close to the northwest corner of Lot 27, as also does "The I rondale, Bancroft and Ottawa Railway," under construction, and completed from Kinmount, some ten miles distant to Iron- dale, a small village half a mile to the East of the property. At Kinmount cojmection is made with the Haliburton Branch of the Grand Trunk Railway. Thus an all-rail route is had direct from the property to the city of Toronto, distant about 1 10 miles, or to Buffalo, N. Y., about 220 miles. Geological Features. The country rock consists essentially of micaceous and hornblendrc gneiss, dolomite and crystalline limestone, with a massive dyke of diorite, crossing both lots from soathwest to northeast, conforming in this respect to the gen- eral strike of the limestones and gneiss. With perhaps the exception of this diorite, the whole may be referred to the Laurentian series. These rocks form a bold precipitous bluff about 150 feet in height, at the foot of which the railway and Monck road pass, together with the Burnt River, a tributary of the Gull waters. Several well-defined outcrops of magnetite occur m the diorite, and may be easily traced across both lots, 25 and 27, together with 26, the lot inter- vening. The ore is finely granular, and not too dfinse in texture, and on 25, and especially 27, seems free from sulphur, and is certainly low in phoshorus, while, owmg doubtless to the proximity of the intercalated beds of limestone, it will be found inclined to be free fluxing in the furnace. On the intervening lot, No. 26, a shaft has been sunk, which in the higher levels showed consid- erable quantities of sulphur ; but this is, in my opinion, purely accidenta!, being confined to a single lense of ore, and not characteristic of the series as a whole, the ore from lower depths here being said to be much freer from sul- phur ; the shaft was unfortunately located upon the only spot where strong sulphur indications could be seen. The ore deposit is evidently a " contact " one and occurs in irregular " stock werkes " and narrow lenticular masses, whose greatest diameter lies parallel to the strike of the country rock, and with an underlie towards the east. These masses vary from ten to fifty in width and possess considerable length, forming an irregular band of lenses crossing the three lots. Little work beyond a few trial pits has been done upon Lot 27, but there is every indication of the existence of a strong body of ore of excellent quality, being very low in phosphorus and quite free from titanium. Upon 25, numerous pits have been sunk, all showing well ; while upon the southwesterly extremity of the lode a small shaft, from which some 200 tons of ore have been taken for shipment, has been opened. The ore here is of excellent qualtty, very free from sulphur and containing only traces of phospho as. .A.S to the probable quantity of ore present, it would be unwise to base any estimation upon the behavior of the needle, as, owing to the lenticular shape of the ore masses, the magnet shifts very rapidly. Still, numerous points occur where the needle dips from 45 to 90 degrees over very considerable areas, notably these referred to as existing upon Lot 27. Apart from the needle indica'ions, there is every reason to look for per- manency in the deposits. They will undoubtedly be continuous with the diorite, and this has great depth. The ore deposits on these three lots, 25, 26 and 27, are found running in a direction northeast by southwest for a distance of about three-quarters of a mile on high ground, favorably situated for mining. In opening this property I would strongly urge the advisability of using the diamond drill for mapping out the general character of the deposits; and while this was in progress, open cut-work might be undertaken in two or three spots, as indicated by the small pits already in existence. In conclusion, let me state that both from its very advantageous position for working and shipping and general indications of ore in large quantity and good quality, this property is, in my opinion, a most promising one, and well worthy ol ihe attention of those interested in the development and working of Bessemer ores. I am sincerely yours, C. Gordon Richardson, Lecturer on Chemistry, Ontario Vet. College, Toronto. The following analyses have been made of ore from this property — the first by Professor E. J. Chapman, of Toronto, being from Lot 26 ; and the three last from Lots 25 and 27, viz : No. Metallic Iron. Phosphorus. Sulphur. Silic I 61.48 O.OI 0.16 2 62. Trace. 0.025 1-7 3 62.57 0.025 Trace. 4 63. No Trace. Titanium, oo;?5 3-1 Concerning Analysis No. i, Dr. E. J. Chapman. Professor of Geology and Mineralogy in Toronto School of Science, says : " A fine grained magnetic ore from the Howland mine (Lot 36, in 4th Concession, Snowdon) ; the ore near he su|Yace .s very pyritous, but becomes almost free from pyrites in desrend- [J^onJ^LffT^^t ''*' '^'^'" ^-"""V^ '^'^P^*^ "f 8' f«^ from the surf a. ^ A ^o feet tL 1 '". '""'' ''" ^""Z'^"'' P^-"^ "f 'he deposit to a depth of about extern ■'■ ^"" " ^PP*'-^"''y '■»" elongated st^ck-formed nlass of large REPORT ON SNOVVDON IRON MINES By Charlf.s Simmons, C E. & M, E., T. D. Led\ ARD, Esq.. Toronto. /JfltifW of Trad4' Builo'ing, Toronto, Ont., Pecemher rst, rSQi. Lot '2&. iron oi-ODenies^nliyT^^' ^^^'" request made a minute examination of your irin7a's'mrreportth^erm'''- "^^^"-^^-' «"»--' ^ beg to submit the^ol- arelms Nos°2C rn^d?,""/ "'.">? °Pr!i«"' ^'^ '" P''°S'"«^ ^» 'he present time ,fi til, V ^ " '^^"] ^'^^ 4th Concession, and with the intervening lot 26 they form a portion of the escarpment or outlaying spur of the hUU ove? Latr^TheseTt^^"" ".''" I' '"^''^'^ ''^^ tL fo^^and narrow d-'s .oo acrel each. ' '° '" ^^^'^ ^"^ ^o chains long, and contain Location. The general plan attached hereto shows the position of Snowdon and th^ most important distributing points in Ontario in relat rto the gTeat^^^dust i^^ ^5v/n? '" '^^ ^^"•'''^. ^'^'^'- ^' ^'" be seen that the properties are very advantageously placed in regard to means of shipment of ore to any desired point ; the line known as « The Irondale, Bancroft & Ottawa Railway '' in fact pa ses through Lots 25 and 26, and ir front of Lot 27, within a few hundred feel wVy'sVr^g^g^rro't^ " ^^'^^ '^'' ^^^'^ ^^^ ^« '^^ ^^ me'aro7?rI;^^ Natural Features. The hills, which may be described as having a general sweep or trend north ?Sfee"t «°t^^«^^'^'f/o"}«what abruptly from the river to a'Jieihtofabou^ 1 50 feet. They consist for the most part of rocks of theLaurentian series erav [tone 'ir"'' ^°'°'"'t^'^"d crystalline limestone, and in places Sand of soap-' stone The iron ore, which is a magnetite of singularly pure quality fineW fan diorite"wr 'h'""'"? '^ f '°''"^-^^ '"^^^'^^1>' ^''h bands Sr dy^es o^HuJon' he s ?a L ' t'Xf^ ^°""^ i7°'l'"^. '^^ '°'^ '" conformity wilh the trend of the strata. Speaking generally, the formation may be considered as exceed mgly favorable to the existence of iron ore in large bodic s. ^' 1 he various deposits shown on the ground plan of the lots are n.imhp«^ consecut:vely in the order in which they were visked Se dimensions s'^aed are from actual measurement and indications of the "dip" needle . • u u'"^ u ' , P°'"' ^ ^baft is being sunk near the centre of a denn^ft which had been located by the needle, the attraction being pan cu?arly st^r^' howing fully 90 degrees over an area 7ofeet by 60 feet. The^shaft wh ch s now ^trerielvT^.H"' T^ '^'^"^^ ! "^^PP'"^' 7 feet thick of blackish green dioi?e extremely hard and massive, and resulted in the finding ot a body If maSte' which even at this shallow depth, gives excellent promise of deve^oZf "n o a substantial deposit of clean solid ore. eiopmg into a (It^nth r,f\^'flZ""u ■ I "U'theast uf No. i, an excavation was made to a fi i: > o O I- -^ CM (/} 5 o OD ■-I— I O CO f r-' I— ( O a. W Q o :?- o O "^^ M S o U) in XI > c I/) a o I ui h o u o u a s M u o u u O Q ■tj d Wh o 111 01 0) ^ V h S5 W w u O -4^ >> ^ m O O o 0) 1) Eh 2S p O 40 03 PQ O T3 Q < Q .J o u O H nd 1^4 o Diamond rlrillini;. 5 No. .l- Still in the.reat ex.el- lence. but the extension of bands or layers of ore impregnated with pvrifes necessitates great care in selecting it for shipping purposes. Judging, how- ever, by tne mdications and the lessening proportions of the pyrites in the lower workings, it is probable that this will prove to be merely a local defect which with increased depth will be entirely eliminated. As a matter of fact he pyritous ore^is not disseminated but is in distinct bands, so that even now there is a considerabJe proportion of excellent quality available for shipment. Lot2T. Conolusioiiii. Depth of ore No. to, —This was the first point inspected on Lot 27, and consisted of a shallow opening, which at a depth of six feet disclosed a solid body of ore somewhat mixed with rock. The nature of this deposit and the enclosing rock, which is a well stratified diorite having distinct vertical walls and bed joints, combined with the very.decided needle attractions (being 90 degrees over an area 50 by 20 feet), indicates it to be one of decided and permanent importance, and is probably an outlyer of the range or series of deposits next to be noticed. Nos. II, 12 and 13. -These are areas of attraction which, although limited in extent, are of undoubted importance in estabii-^hing the sweep or trend of the ore ground and its relation to the zones or dykes of diorite traversing the lots. The average diameter of the indications at these points is about 12 feet, the attraction being 9c degrees probably over the apex of chimneys of cone-shaped masses, ascending from a main body of ore. No. 14. —At this point, known as the pine stump, there are excavations disclosing ore of a very fair grade. The needle attractious extend over an elongated area 48 feet by 12 feet. No. 15. — This workin}4 is a few feet deep, uncovering the ore which seems to open out downward into a heaped or cone-shaped mass. The needle attrac- tions cover an area of 22 feet by 14, being 90 degrees over the centre and diiTiinishing outwards towards the circumference. No. 16.— This is a small opening showing an excellent quality of magnetic iron ore, finely granulated and free from rock matter. The needle attraction here ranges from 80 to ip degrees over an area 20 feet by 6 feet. Nos. 17 and 18. — Openings were made .it these points from needle indica- tions, the ore being found at shallow depths below the surface. No. ig. — This last point examined was an outcrop of ore on the extreme northeast corner of Lot 27, on the frice of thf precipitous bluff overlooking the Burnt River. The ore is of excellent quality, -\nd extensive shipments might easily be made. The presence of small panicles of pyrites noticed are scarcely worthy of mention, the quantity being insignificant. This and the Howland Mine are the only points where traces of sulphur or pyrites were seen. In further considering the subject, the writer would direct altention to the excellent natural facilities for carrying on extensive mining operations at a minimuin cost, particularly on Lot 27, where the deposits occur along the highest part of the slope, than which in regai'd to underground drainage and the transportation of ore to a railway, no more favorable location could well be chosen. In regard to the quality and quantity of ore, the first point may be answered by referring to the accompanying analyses, the main feature being the freedom from phosphorus, rendering the ore suitable to make the finest steel. The second point is not so easily decided, but enough is known to make it reasonably certain that the iron ore deposits in this region will afford ample scope for mining and a production limited only by the demand. The <::eneral trend of these ore deposits is northeast and southwest, similar to that of most of the best magnetic ore mines of New Jersey. The fact also that good ore has been found wherever there are needle attractions, is a proof of the success of the prospecting and developing operations. With rec^ard to deep working and continuance of the deposits, it is worthy of note that the Howlatid Mine, where they have a shaft 85 feet deep, and are still in solid and improving ore-ground, was located on a small outcrop where the needle attraction was comparatively insignificant. The wide areas of attraction enumerated above, and their s'.reni^th and tenacity, are evidences of the value and extent ot these deposits ; and they most assuredly warrant the outlay of capital in their thorough exploitation or development, with the view of Qstab- iishing permanent mining operations. kespectfuUy submitted. (Signed) Charles Simmons, Civil und Mimng" Enginun 7 These properties will either be leased on royalty on reasonable terms to Lmm or mW. good parties who will undertake to work them on their merits for all they are worth, or if preferred, they will be sold outright at a less price than it gener- ally costs to connect an iron mine with a railway, these mines already having a railway running to them. mint. BELMONT MINE. As an evidence of the value of some Ontario ores, the following particulars Belmont iroa regarding the Belmont iron mine may be stated. This mine is ituated "'"' about I ID miles east of Toronto, near the Canpdian Pacific Railway, and the Central Ontario Railway. It was leased in 1891 to "The Belmont Bessemer Ore Co.," 29 Broadway, New York, who have an authorized capital of $600,000. This Company have proved the extent of the ore deposit, which seems to be a large bed, by diamond drillings, cross-cuts, shafts and scrippings, and are now building a railway at their own expense from the mine to " The Central Ontario Railway," a distance of nine miles. The Belmont Bessemer Ore Co. state that as soon as the railway is com- pleted in the summer of 1892, they intend to put on a force of 500 men at the mine and make large shipments of ore. This Belmont ore is a high grade magnetite, very free from impurities and particularly low in phosphorus, as shown by the following analyses : Silica. 4-5 3.19 3.18 1.96 3.10 4.95 0.875 For further particulars, apply to, T. D. LEDYARD, Dealer in Mines and Mineral Lands, 57 Colborne Street, Toronto, Canada. No. Metallic Iron, Phosphorus. Sulphur. I 64.26 Faint trace. 0.04 2 6^.36 0.002 Trace. 3 66.29 o.or^4 Trace. 4 68.88 0.006 Trace, 5 68.85 0.008 Trace. 6 69.99 0.012 Trace. 7 68.65 0.029 0.042 8 69.85 0.013 0012 9 70.326 0.0056 0.0023