The American flying-boat Guba, which arrived at Rose Bay, Sydney, after a 1775-mile non-stop flight from New Guinea in 11 hours. The Guba, which is fitted with every known safety device is owned by the American oil magnate and naturalist, Richard Archbold, and is being used in conjunction with the Archbold 1938 New Guinea Expedition, which is collecting exhibits for American and Australian museums. It has been brought to Sydney for overhaul and adjustments.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 2, 4 January 1939, Page 3
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74The American flying-boat Guba, which arrived at Rose Bay, Sydney, after a 1775-mile non-stop flight from New Guinea in 11 hours. The Guba, which is fitted with every known safety device is owned by the American oil magnate and naturalist, Richard Archbold, and is being used in conjunction with the Archbold 1938 New Guinea Expedition, which is collecting exhibits for American and Australian museums. It has been brought to Sydney for overhaul and adjustments. Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 2, 4 January 1939, Page 3
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