Selections From the National Prospector’s Gazette, Volumes I, II, & III
By Karl von Mueller, compiled by Randy E. Bradford
Commendation to Randy Bradford for providing these books to the treasure hunting community! The National Prospector’s Gazette was full of valuable information. Some of the references are dated, but I agree that the information should be included to provide historical context. The treasure hunting community at the time did not have readily available access to some electronic tools and a lot of the historical records/documents. Each book has a Preface that provides an excellent description of what is included and Karl von Mueller’s newsletter publishing history. The books cover the time period between August 1969 and November 1983.
Volume I: Examino Looks At Books. I consider this book an adjunct to The Journals of El Dorado by Karl von Mueller and Estee Conatser. Most if not all of the books are listed in both books, however, Exanimo Looks At Books contain expanded reviews.
Volume II: Ask Exanimo! This book contains numerous Questions to and Answers by Karl von Mueller. Due to the typical necessity of secrecy during the research and recovery phases of treasure hunting, these Q & A segments provide an opportunity to learn a wide assortment of treasure hunting/outdoor/technical information and a few treasure leads.
Volume III: Exanimo Exposés. I have been impatiently waiting for this book and so far, it does not disappoint. It is packed with an abundant variety of articles by Karl von Mueller and other writers. The book is the thickness of Volume I and II combined (x + 283 pages + index). I may disagree with one or two of Karl von Mueller’s personal thoughts but overall, I appreciate his treasure hunting advice which has guided me through a great hobby.
There is an article on the LUE which satisfy some questions and yet there are still so many things unanswered. On page 165 is an article titled Where did thy go? Where are they now? The long list of names brought back memories of the numerous treasure hunting articles and stories I read a long time ago. On page 210 is a photograph of a Merkitch sifter. The remnants of the Merkitch sifter I built as a teenager is sitting in my backyard.
So much treasure lore to be processed. . . Still reading Volume III (need to get more Post-Its) and already anticipating Volume IV.
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p.s. This is the pamphlet for building the Warren Merkitch sand sifter
By Karl von Mueller, compiled by Randy E. Bradford
Commendation to Randy Bradford for providing these books to the treasure hunting community! The National Prospector’s Gazette was full of valuable information. Some of the references are dated, but I agree that the information should be included to provide historical context. The treasure hunting community at the time did not have readily available access to some electronic tools and a lot of the historical records/documents. Each book has a Preface that provides an excellent description of what is included and Karl von Mueller’s newsletter publishing history. The books cover the time period between August 1969 and November 1983.
Volume I: Examino Looks At Books. I consider this book an adjunct to The Journals of El Dorado by Karl von Mueller and Estee Conatser. Most if not all of the books are listed in both books, however, Exanimo Looks At Books contain expanded reviews.
Volume II: Ask Exanimo! This book contains numerous Questions to and Answers by Karl von Mueller. Due to the typical necessity of secrecy during the research and recovery phases of treasure hunting, these Q & A segments provide an opportunity to learn a wide assortment of treasure hunting/outdoor/technical information and a few treasure leads.
Volume III: Exanimo Exposés. I have been impatiently waiting for this book and so far, it does not disappoint. It is packed with an abundant variety of articles by Karl von Mueller and other writers. The book is the thickness of Volume I and II combined (x + 283 pages + index). I may disagree with one or two of Karl von Mueller’s personal thoughts but overall, I appreciate his treasure hunting advice which has guided me through a great hobby.
There is an article on the LUE which satisfy some questions and yet there are still so many things unanswered. On page 165 is an article titled Where did thy go? Where are they now? The long list of names brought back memories of the numerous treasure hunting articles and stories I read a long time ago. On page 210 is a photograph of a Merkitch sifter. The remnants of the Merkitch sifter I built as a teenager is sitting in my backyard.
So much treasure lore to be processed. . . Still reading Volume III (need to get more Post-Its) and already anticipating Volume IV.
View attachment 1794507
p.s. This is the pamphlet for building the Warren Merkitch sand sifter
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