LAS VEGAS, May 15, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Franklin Mining, Inc. (Pink Sheets:FMNJ) (Frankfurt:FMJ) Chairman and CEO, William A. Petty, is today confirming that his previously projected 30 May 2008 deadline for first revenues from the Escala Mine joint-venture will be met.
"Howard Dunn, Franklin's Vice President of Operations for International Mining, returned to La Paz, Bolivia on Monday, 12 May. Yesterday, Mr. Dunn met with Dr. Jaime Arrancibia, General Manager, Franklin Mining, Bolivia and other senior members of the management team," said Mr. Petty. "Early next week, following Mr. Dunn's return from the Escala Mine, I'll have additional production information and a better projection of May's revenues."
About Franklin Mining, Inc: Franklin Mining, Inc. has mining and energy interests in the United States and Bolivia as well as energy interests in Argentina. Franklin Mining, Bolivia S.A. is a wholly owned subsidiary.
Franklin Mining, Inc. holds 51% ownership in both Franklin Oil & Gas, Bolivia S.A. and Franklin Oil & Gas, Argentina S.A.
Additional company information is available at www.franklinmining.com.
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