Geological examination of Panama reservoir foundations
The Gatun Lake dam project illustrates thorough foundation geology. Studies show no water-bearing strata or underground streams. the underlying material is largely impervious mixture rather than loose sands. Geological analysis argues against a cross-isthmus ditch via dredges, noting rock variations that hinder sub-aqueous excavation.
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Great Gatun Lake
Panama Canal
National Geographic Magazine
Gatun
Chagres River
Senate
Gatun Lake
Ist
Panama
Manchester
Rare metals rise in mining science emphasis
Mr. Herman Fleck notes in the Quarterly of the Colorado School of Mines that aluminum has become common due to cheap electric furnaces, while previously rare metals like boron silicon titanium and chromium were museum curios. Tungsten vanadium and uranium are now traded like ordinary ore as industry seeks tougher steel and tools.
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Herman Fleck
Colorado School of Mines
Compulsory bank depositor protection spreads across states
The Commoner reports growing support for depositor protection as Oklahoma Nebraska and Texas move toward compulsory systems in state banks. Kansas and South Dakota adopt voluntary plans while Colorado Arkansas and Indiana see guaranty bills pass one legislature branch. Attorney General Wickersham says national banks may insure depositors, with insurers forming already. Democratic influence persists despite GOP resistance.
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Nebraska
Texas
Kansas
South Dakota
Colorado
Arkansas
Indiana
Wickersham
Democratic Party
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