> 1997 Fall Mineral Show

Scenes from the 1997 41st Annual Franklin Mineral Show

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Dozens of mineral dealers setup to sell specimens outside.

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Inside, more dealers and an exhibits area, as well as a superb fluorescent exhibit.

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A display case of classic Sterling Hill ore in the exhibits area.

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Ron Deblois and Elna Hauck at the show.

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Authors Susan Cooper and Dr. Pete J. Dunn at the show.

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Picking Table editor Dick Bostwick at the show, with camera.

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Guests at the banquet and auction which is held on Saturday night.

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Intense discussion during the banquet.. (pitcher contains beer)

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Jack and Augusta Baum.
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Maureen Woods and Dick Hauck.

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Joe Kaiser and Elna Hauck inventory items for the auction.

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Auctioneer Van King in the process of auctioning a rare hat.

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The high bidder is presented with his rare hat.

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Steve Misiur, Gary Grenier, Ron Deblois and Jim Chenard enjoying the auction.

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