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Palmer River Goldfield Alluvial Deposits Described
The article recounts early exploration and mining along the Palmer River in 1873 1874 with notes on alluvial deposits along the river bed the dredging prospects and the Palmer River Gold Company plans. It mentions local hardships natives and Chinese workers the search for viable mining methods and equipment including rails towns and living conditions around Palmerville and surrounding creeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ile
Australia
China
Moresby Caine
Remy
Palmerville
Amin
Strathleven
Palmer Ferigade
Fegard
Laine
Niles
Palmer
Bermuakiter
Renee
Henie
Qatey Creek
Peer Ap
Atelier
Tom Leslie
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