A Land of Immense Potential . . . An Era of Great Development | Manuscript | Wisconsin Historical Society

Manuscript

A Land of Immense Potential . . . An Era of Great Development

A Land of Immense Potential . . . An Era of Great Development | Manuscript | Wisconsin Historical Society
Color illustrated map of Australia shows various resources available in the different regions of Australia.  

Original caption: "Australia is the the midst of extensive expansion and development. large coal, mineral and timber resources, not previously tapped, are being utilized. Hydro-electric and other power projects under construction will more than treble the supply of electricity for industry and the further electrification of rural areas. Waters from major irrigation and hydro-electric schemes will make productive millions of acres of land now desert, hug land clearing project are further adding to agricultural production. Extensive development of harbours, and improvements to rail, road, and air networks, now in progress, will assist the transport services to handle the ever-growing volume of goods. Pictorially represented here are some of the principal primary activities in Australia and important developmental projects which are under consideration of construction, or are currently being enlarged or improved.
DESCRIPTION
Color illustrated map of Australia shows various resources available in the different regions of Australia. Original caption: "Australia is the the midst of extensive expansion and development. large coal, mineral and timber resources, not previously tapped, are being utilized. Hydro-electric and other power projects under construction will more than treble the supply of electricity for industry and the further electrification of rural areas. Waters from major irrigation and hydro-electric schemes will make productive millions of acres of land now desert, hug land clearing project are further adding to agricultural production. Extensive development of harbours, and improvements to rail, road, and air networks, now in progress, will assist the transport services to handle the ever-growing volume of goods. Pictorially represented here are some of the principal primary activities in Australia and important developmental projects which are under consideration of construction, or are currently being enlarged or improved.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:111296
Creation Date:circa 1950
Creator Name:International Harvester Australia Limited
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Collection Name:International Harvester Company corporate archives central file (documented series), 1819-1998
Genre:Manuscript
Original Format Type:manuscript
Original Format Number:MCC MSS 6Z, Box 994, Folder 02625
Original Dimensions:9 x 12 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
pages 6 and 7 of "Expanding Horizons."
SUBJECTS
Agriculture
Swine
Cows and Cattle
Horses
Land
Agricultural machinery industry
Automobile industry and trade
Men
Railroads
Ships
Trucks
Ocean

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