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Opal Fields of Lightning Ridge and Australian Trade
The report surveys opal mining in New South Wales and South Australia, noting Lightning Ridge and Whites Cliffs as key sites. It mentions production value, Japanese interest, and shifts in market demand, with references to opal pricing, mining activity, and historical context. The piece links opal wealth to export growth and church/community ties in Australia.
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Sydney
Australia
Apt
Bullien
N.S.W
South Australia
Andamacka
South
Tont A. Smith
Japan
Germany
Hone Misstong Te Hfome
John
Richard
Ridge
United States
Hei Rey
Smith
Vchaet
Sue Ellen
Gre
Church of God
North Amer Portland
Park PI
Unous
Warner Pacific
New South Wales
Queensland
New Japan
Anderson
Anderson’ College
Hel Newport
Dr. Hillery
Gree
C. Rice
Ball State University
Denver
National Theology
Anderson College Plumbing