Glossary of Mining Terms – Page 4 – Legends of America
Salting a Mine – Placing mineral or ore in barren places to swindle.. Shaft – A vertical or inclined excavation for purpose of prospecting or working mines.. Shaker Table – Like a giant gold pan, an engine drives a belt that vibrates a huge bucket.. Side Lines – The lines which bound the sides of a claim.. Slag – The waste left as a residue by the smelting of metallic ore.