Opening of the Ross Gold Mining Company's hydraulic pumping engine.ca.1882.

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DescriptionA view of members of the local bodies of Ross and Hokitika, Ross Gold Mining Co directors, visitors from along the Coast and locals attending the gala opening of the water engine, the Neptune. All of the Company buildings are ranged behind with water pouring from the end of the race on the right and bunting of all nations strung between the engine shed to the.
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P1955-004-026
HOCKEN LIBRARY -
PhotographerTait BrosDate of Photo1882Map^[1]External LinkHOCKEN RECOLLECTContributorHeather Newby

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Location (city or town)RossEventOpening of the Ross Gold Mining Company's hydraulic pumping engine

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Opening of the Ross Gold Mining Company's hydraulic pumping engine.ca.1882.

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