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174 all that is done. At the end of this time he will understand the business, how and where to look for gold, and how to recognize and work it when he sees it, and will also have been earning money and adding to his original capital. He can then, if he choose, take up an independent line, procure the necessary outfit and start prospecting and even company floating on his own account; but whatever course he may adopt in connection with gold mining, provided he has energy, foresight, and sobriety, I will not attempt to suggest any limit to his success.