1906--1991
Noranda Man. Explorer
Developed mines:
He is best known for his role in the discovery of the Copper and Needle Mountain orebodies of Gaspe Copper which, at 67 million tons averaging 1.3% copper, could be termed an "elephant" discovery.
Managed Noranda's exploration for 25 years. Took them from Horne mine to around the world company. Huge growth.
Born in Australia to Canadians--came to U of T geolog/Wisconsin, Geology PhD.
After joining Noranda, Bell and Oliver Hall, recommended that they
get the Pamour gold mine in 1936.
Discovered more gold there on same site--the Hallnor property--became Hallnor mine.
1937; examined copper at Copper mountain; examined claims. Gaspe.
Explored. WAR! then back to explore.
elusive success.
Found copper there. lead to Mines Gaspe.
Gaspe copper.
1947; moved to Toronto;
became manager. liked the office; best in bush.
Began to work on geochemical exploration.
60s--did discoveries that lead to Babine lake in BC.
lots of Copper.
Retired in 1972-- formed more companies.
Friday, November 9, 2007
Archibald M. Bell
Labels:
babine Lake,
British Columbia,
copper,
explorer,
gaspe copper,
geologist,
global,
noranda,
porcupine,
prospector,
toronto
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