Standard Graphite options Quebec graphite claims
Standard Graphite Corp. (TSX VENTURE:SGH) (the "Company") is pleased to report that it has signed an option to acquire a 100% interest in 31 mining claims in Quebec.
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Miner union chief: EPA killing us like Navy SEALs kill terrorists
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Shanta Gold seeking $35m for added capex
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Precious metals investors taking big knocks adjusting to life without QE3
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Indonesia’s proposed export tax has Indian power companies scrambling
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