318 GEOLOGY. 



has been found in boring for fresh water. There is no doubt, if the 

 saline resources of the State were developed, the home supply 

 would be abundant for ages. 



Artesian Wells. — The artesian wells no*v flowing in Lincoln, and 

 the one in successful operation in Omaha, are demonstrations of the 

 ease with they can be obtained. The former is over 1,000 and the 

 latter 750 feet deep. Water, however, flowing to the surface was 

 first obtained in the former at a depth of 550 feet. The geological 

 structure of the State is most favorable for obtaining water in almost 

 every quarter of it, and eventually it will be found that artesian 

 wells will supply an immense amount of the cheapest motive power. 

 It can be run into huge reservoirs, and let fall from heights 

 sufficient to propellarge water wheels. Their value in the interior 

 for watering stock and other purposes will be incalculable. 



