MINING NEWS.
REPORTS OF MANAGERS. Ohinemuri.—A progress report for the week ended on May 18 states:—The drive south on Camoola reef was extended 51ft. making 130 ft south of No. 1 v.-inzc. The "break" present at No. 3 level does not appear to exist at this level The drive has been carried along tlio footwall, and a crosscut is being put out to prove the width and value o.' the reef. The crosscut west has been suspended and tho Silver Queen reef has been located and driven upon for 38ft. A valuable block is being opened on this reef, which contained high values at No. 3 level. In the south section at No. 3 level, operations have been hindered by a heavy fall in the main crosscut The present face is now out 220 ft south of the main ■ rise and a great improvement has taken place in the character of the ore. At the mill, construction work is being proceeded with as expeditiously as possible The foundations for the fourth tubo-mill have now been completed and the riveting of tho tall tanks is well advanced. The earthwork for the tramway is being pushed ahead and timber for bridges prepared.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVI, Issue 20263, 24 May 1929, Page 9
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200MINING NEWS. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVI, Issue 20263, 24 May 1929, Page 9
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