Clifton Mining Company Inc. announced that it has received a distribution from American Silver, LLC totaling $183,000. This distribution will contribute significantly to covering the company's overhead. The company's partner, Desert Hawk Gold Corp., continues to work with government agencies to obtain the last of the permits necessary for them to begin large scale operations.

The delays have been frustrating, but Desert Hawk believes it will soon receive its final permits. Some exploration has been completed on the Alvarado and Lucky Jim properties. The company has been contacted by a company who has interest in pursuing further development of these properties.