News release: International Taurus appoints Dr. William H. Bird vice-president and director International Taurus Resources Inc ITS Shares issued 28,530,403 Oct 15 close $0.22 Mon 18 Oct 99 News Release Mr. Robert Blakestad reports Dr. William H. Bird has been appointed to the positions of vice-president, corporate development, and director of International Taurus Resources Inc. Dr. Bird has over 30 years of experience in the mining industry, principally in North and South America. As chief executive officer of a public-traded company, he guided all technical and financial programs, eventually developing a market capitalization of more than $100-million. He obtained his PhD in geology from the Colorado School of Mines, and has served in numerous consulting, teaching, management and technical positions. Dr. Bird's background and extensive knowledge of bulk-minable mineral deposits will add to the company's expertise. His industry connections and experience in finance will be of great benefit to the realization of the company's goal to become a significant mid-sized mining company. Pursuant to the company's stock option plan, Dr. Bird has been granted 250,000 stock options at the current market price of 22 cents per share, subject to approval. Robert Blakestad, president and CEO of International Taurus Resources, commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Bird to the company. Taurus' excellent gold and copper projects are positioned to create significant value for the company, as they are advanced over the next few months, and Bill's contributions will help ensure that their value is realized in the most expeditious way possible." |