Other gold deposits were found further south near El Dorado in what is now Uwharrie National Forest.

Before the refinery became active, the silver ran out, and the building was acquired by the organization's accountant.

The "zon", as locals referred to the mill, employed many young boys as soon as they turned 16, and offered a special half-shift from 4pm to 8pm to accommodate school work.

Silver Valley became a commuter community to Thomasville with workers employed in the many furniture factories and 17 cotton mills.

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