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Start and stop describes Grantsville's history beginning in the early
1860s but deserted by 1867. The first rebirth occurred in 1877 but by 1885,
it was headed towards ghosttown status again, supporting smaller
and smaller number of prospectors. Some mining was seen in the early 1920's
followed a period of abandonment. Some production was attempted between
1939 and '41 and in the later 40's. The town has been truly a ghosttown
since then. Although Grantsville is very close to Berlin,
I couldn't find the site despite traveling back and forth on dirt roads.
Next time I'll ask for directions! Others, like Steve at westernghosttowns.com
have been more successful - for his collection of history
and pictures.
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