""Old Grubstake Days in Joplin"" is a historical account of the pioneers who discovered the largest and richest lead and zinc mining field in the world. Written by William R. Draper, the book provides a detailed description of the early days of Joplin, Missouri, and the individuals who played a significant role in the city's growth and development. Draper shares stories of the miners, prospectors, and entrepreneurs who came to Joplin in search of wealth and opportunity. He also explores the challenges they faced, including the harsh living conditions and the dangers of mining. Through vivid descriptions and first-hand accounts, ""Old Grubstake Days in Joplin"" offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the history of this iconic mining town.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.