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Special Feature: Early Railroad History in Box Elder
Table of Contents Railroad Terminology and General Facts Ballast- Railroad ballast is crushed, angular rock, used as the foundation for tracks, roviding drainage, stability and load distribution for ties and rails, preventing vegetation growth and allowing controlled track movement while… Read More >
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Striking It Rich in Malad
Every year great numbers of people drive to Malad, hoping to strike it rich playing the Idaho lottery. Dreams of winning Powerball, Lotto America or Mega Millions draw fortune seekers, hoping for the next big jackpot. Since gambling is illegal… Read More >
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Malad, Home of Hess Pumice
Hess Pumice Products, located in southeastern Idaho, near Malad City, is a mining operation and processing company specializing in the extraction and refining of high-quality pumice, which is a key component in numerous industrial and consumer-grade products. Hess Pumice, the… Read More >
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