The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 63
1.—Old Worked Ground
1.—Old Worked Ground.
Upon receiving sufficient proof that any portion of the district has been fairly worked, and is either wholly or for the greater part abandoned, the Warden may declare the same to be old worked ground, and shall thereupon define the boundaries wherein holders of the Miners' rights may occupy claims, not exceeding double the ordinary area prescribed by the regulations.