LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL. 



UNITED STATES GEOLOGICAL SURVEY, 



DIVISION OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS, 



Washington, I). C., October 1, 1885. 



SIK : I have the honor to transmit herewith the manuscript of a report 

 on the Geology and Mining Industry of Leadville, Colorado. 



To yourself, and to the Hon. Clarence King, under whose direction 

 this investigation was commenced, I am greatly indebted for the facilities 

 and kind encouragement that have always been afforded to those engaged 

 in its prosecution. 



Very respectfully, your obedient servant, 



S. F. EMMONS, 



Geologist-in- Charge. 

 Hon. J. W. POWELL, 



Director United Slates Geological -Sarvey, Washington, D. C. 



