FMNJ Franklin Mining Inc (PK)

Franklin Mining, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: FMNJ) (FRANKFURT: FMJ) Chairman and CEO, William Petty, has released a preliminary evaluation of mineralogical potential for the Escala Mine joint-venture. The report has been posted at www.FranklinMining.com.

Before releasing today's report, Mr. Petty said, "With production about to begin at the Escala, it is time to release our documentation on probable reserves. May 2008's assessment has been the justification of Franklin's investment in moving the Escala to Stage II. The next level of laboratory reports will provide the 'bankable analysis' required for further capitalization -- those reports will be released as soon as received and reviewed."

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. Additional information is available at www.FranklinMining.com.

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Contact: Investor Relations A. S. Austin & Company 702-386-5379 www.FranklinMining.com