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  2. WEALTH WON FROM THE SOIL

    Like many countries, Tasmania owes most to the primary producer. It is he who has figured most prominently in the exploitation of the wealth of the soil, extracting from it, by every conceivable means, its richest treasures. The accomplishments of the men on the land have made possible the materialisation of the present vision of vast industrial expansion. Of absorbing interest to many is the story of the development of Tasmania's primary industries—how the country ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 3,140 words
  3. ONE OF THE WORLD'S FINEST HARBOURS

    Hobart is proud of its harbour—and justly so. It ranks with the finest natural waterways of the world, and as such its praises have been highly sung by competent authorities on matters nautical. This article traces the history of the development of the port of Hobart and shows how its facilities and trade have grown. In 1837 vessels aggregating 60,000 tons entered the port. Nowadays the total exceeds a million tons. A peep is also taken into the future. The Marine Board, a live ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 5,294 words
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