Inspector of Mines
Content Description
This collection contains records created or maintained by the Idaho Inspector of Mines documenting the inspection, regulation, and reporting of mining operations throughout the state. The files include annual and quarterly reports, correspondence, accident reports, financial and safety records, company filings, receipts, and departmental communications.
Dates
- Creation: 1908-1970
History
The office of the Idaho Inspector of Mines was established in the early twentieth century to promote the safety and welfare of miners and to regulate mining operations across the state. The Inspector was responsible for enforcing mining and safety laws, investigating accidents, and submitting annual reports to the Governor and Legislature.
Extent
26 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
English
- Title
- AR 31 Inspector of Mines
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Government Records Repository