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- | THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER | + | ====== The Sydney Bushwalker No. 68 August 1940 ====== |
- | A Monthly Bulletin devoted to matters of interest to TEe Sydney Bush Walkers, 5, Hamilton Street? Sydney. | + | |
- | No.68 AUGUST 1940 Price 3d, | + | A Monthly Bulletin devoted to matters of interest to the Sydney Bush Walkers, 5 Hamilton Street, Sydney. Price 3d. |
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- | Editor; Dorothy Lawry Business Manager; Max Swift. Duplicator & Art: | + | |Editor|Dorothy Lawry| |
- | Publication) Doreen Harris, Jessie Martin? | + | |Business Manager|Max Swift| |
- | Staff. ) Merle Hamilton and Arthur Salmon. | + | |Duplicator & Art|Mary Stoddart| |
- | Mary Stoddart. | + | |Publication |
- | C ONTENT S. | + | |
- | Editorial Acknowledgments' eer so. oeo | + | |**Contents**|Author|Page| |
- | Elizabeth | + | |Editorial Acknowledgments| |1| |
- | Highlights of a " | + | |Elizabeth |
- | Federation Notes 000 000 000 | + | |Highlights of a " |
- | Paddy' | + | |Federation Notes| |5| |
- | The Campfire | + | |Paddy' |
- | At Our Own Meeting | + | |The Campfire |
- | Duncis | + | |At Our Own Meeting| |8| |
- | 4Lnouncement | + | |Dunc' |
- | The Map (Re-printed) | + | |Announcement |
- | Inside Information | + | |The Map (Re-printed)| |11| |
- | Club Gossip | + | |Inside Information|Dr. Selwyn Harrison|13| |
- | EDITORIAL SCKNOWLEDGMENTS. | + | |Club Gossip| |14| |
- | Though his name is not included in the official list of the editorial staff of this magazine, we wish to acknowledge the help given by Brian Harvey, who (beiag in Sydney for an indefinite period) is using some of his spare time to keep his hand in on the duplicator. | + | |
- | The Editor also thanks those members who have sent in the articles that have enabled a magazine to be produced It did look as though the drought | + | ===== Editorial Acknowledgements ===== |
- | was spreading to the inkwells, but a timely shower saved the situation this | + | |
- | month. "May the stream of literary outpourings never cease to flow"! is the prayer of the Editor, | + | Though his name is not included in the official list of the editorial staff of this magazine, we wish to acknowledge the help given by Brian Harvey, who (being in Sydney for an indefinite period) is using some of his spare time to keep his hand in on the duplicator. |
- | This issue marks a new departure if perha7s pnly a temporary one. | + | |
- | The Social Secretary is using the Club's magazine to advertise (free adver- | + | The Editor also thanks those members who have sent in the articles that have enabled a magazine to be produced. It did look as though the drought was spreading to the inkwells, but a timely shower saved the situation this month. "May the stream of literary outpourings never cease to flow"! is the prayer of the Editor. |
- | tising | + | |
- | that the two short articles, one about where the S.BZW's Dinner Dance is to | + | This issue marks a new departure if perhaps only a temporary one. The Social Secretary is using the Club's magazine to advertise (free advertising |
- | be held? and the other by a lecturer who will entertain us one night this month, are worthy of inclusion on their merits as well as for the reason were asked to include them. We commend this idea to other Officers of the Club. | + | |
- | - 2 - | + | ===== Elizabeth Bay House ===== |
- | ELIZABETH BAY HOUSE | + | |
- | By | + | By L.G.H. |
- | In 1837 the Colonial Secretary, Alexander | + | |
+ | In 1837 the Colonial Secretary, Alexander | ||
This lovely old home still stands overlooking Port Jackson just as it did 103 years ago. Instead of gardens it is now surrounded by a roadway and blocks of flats. It retains its harbour view, however. This impressive old colonial mansion is the finest example of early Victorian architecture in Australia. | This lovely old home still stands overlooking Port Jackson just as it did 103 years ago. Instead of gardens it is now surrounded by a roadway and blocks of flats. It retains its harbour view, however. This impressive old colonial mansion is the finest example of early Victorian architecture in Australia. | ||
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It passed out of the hands of the last Macleay 50 years ago, and was neglected for many years. It has now been renovated and restored to its original charm. Without a crack or flaw in its foundation or walls, it can possibly last still another century. | It passed out of the hands of the last Macleay 50 years ago, and was neglected for many years. It has now been renovated and restored to its original charm. Without a crack or flaw in its foundation or walls, it can possibly last still another century. | ||
- | Its lovely rooms, its spacious hall with its winding stairway, are haunted with the memories of distinguished statesmen, visitors and scientists. The | + | |
- | present | + | Its lovely rooms, its spacious hall with its winding stairway, are haunted with the memories of distinguished statesmen, visitors and scientists. The present |
- | The Ballroom | + | |
- | The drawing room has a handsome ceiling in rose pink and faint green; a huge persian rug in tones of faded blue and pink is used on the floor, while | + | The ballroom |
- | 6 for chair coverings a beautiful | + | |
- | pattern depicting "Sir Walter Raleigh spreading his velvet cloak before the | + | The drawing room has a handsome ceiling in rose pink and faint green; a huge persian rug in tones of faded blue and pink is used on the floor, while for chair coverings a beautiful |
- | feet of queen Eliabeth". The Pose of the Cloak has been picked up and repeated in the heavy rose velvet curtains over the long colonial doors. Some beautiful pieces of old Mahogany and Cedar furniture are used in this room. | + | |
- | The aining-room has a long Mahogany table and will seat 40 guests. Silver Sheffield Plate is refledted ot its rich surface whilst food is set amidst tall lighted | + | The dining-room has a long Mahogany table and will seat 40 guests. Silver Sheffield Plate is reflected on its rich surface whilst food is set amidst tall lighted |
- | The S.B.Wii Social Committee has engaged this glorious old home for a Dinner Dance on Wednesday, 28th August. | + | |
- | Come at 7 o' | + | The S.B.W. Social Committee has engaged this glorious old home for a Dinner Dance on Wednesday, 28th August. |
- | - 3 - | + | |
- | HIGHLIGHTS OF A "HAZARDOUS TRIP". | + | Come at 7 o' |
- | ty Dorothy Hasluck. | + | |
- | Brindabella Station, the home of Miles Franklin, the authoress, was the starting | + | ===== Highlights of a "Hazardous Trip" |
- | Here, weveere | + | |
- | Proceeding on our way to our first camping spot wa met Mr.Read who lived in a tcut some miles from Brindabella. He proved to be most interesting, | + | By Dorothy Hasluck |
- | Arriving at Triangle Hill, from which we were cypposed | + | |
- | 0 ing the people away and therefore no information forthcoming. Our good Genie was however still with us, for when having taken french leave, we went inside to try to raise someone on the ' | + | Brindabella Station, the home of Miles Franklin, the authoress, was the starting |
- | 0 up the receiver, Peter heard a voice say, "Tom Taylor will pick up those parcels," | + | |
- | At The Pockets we were glven a very warm welcome and had a fine view of Bimbery which was one of our objectives. The next day, thinking we would like to explore the Goodradigbee Gorge and Blue Pool, we started off down the creek. On the assurance of an easy day, the other Dorothy, who had a ,B.c1 cold, joined us; but, alas, her faIlth | + | Here, we were faced with crossing the icy waters of the Goodradigbee this not being at all relished by the party. However our good Genie was evidently presiding, as while we were regarding the water with extreme |
- | Having had a lovely day to climb Bimbery, Murrg next claimed our attention but proved very inhospitable. A piercingly cold wind greeted us at the top and though the view from the summit rocks was magnificent, | + | |
- | rain' | + | Proceeding on our way to our first camping spot we met Mr Read who lived in a hut some miles from Brindabella. He proved to be most interesting, |
- | Aeter- | + | |
- | of the Goobragandra | + | Arriving at Triangle Hill, from which we were supposed |
- | We were according to instructions, | + | |
- | On reaching the top of Peppercorn, a fairylike scene spread out before us.The | + | At The Pockets we were glven a very warm welcome and had a fine view of Bimbery which was one of our objectives. The next day, thinking we would like to explore the Goodradigbee Gorge and Blue Pool, we started off down the creek. On the assurance of an easy day, the other Dorothy, who had a bad cold, joined us; but, alas, her faith was misplaced! What with the distance being greater than we thought and haying to ford the glacial waters of the river, - well, I really lost count of the number of times, - I am afraid her faith, in humanity received one more nasty jolt. |
- | To me the highlight of highlights | + | |
- | Following down the Goobragandra, | + | Having had a lovely day to climb Bimbery, Murrg next claimed our attention but proved very inhospitable. A piercingly cold wind greeted us at the top and though the view from the summit rocks was magnificent, |
+ | |||
+ | After visiting Yarrangobilly Caves we were to make our way to the head waters of the Goodragandra | ||
+ | |||
+ | We were according to instructions, | ||
+ | |||
+ | On reaching the top of Peppercorn, a fairylike scene spread out before us. The ground | ||
+ | |||
+ | To me the highlight of highlights | ||
+ | |||
+ | Following down the Goobragandra, | ||
Nearing the Goobragandra Station we were met by the Manager, who thought we were refugees from the lost plane. I dare say our appearance after a fortnight' | Nearing the Goobragandra Station we were met by the Manager, who thought we were refugees from the lost plane. I dare say our appearance after a fortnight' | ||
- | Our last camp was pitched in a baautitul | + | |
- | So ended a most enjoyable trip, to us a time of relaxation and happineseil | + | Our last camp was pitched in a beautiful |
- | - 5 - FEDERATION NOTES | + | |
+ | So ended a most enjoyable trip, to us a time of relaxation and happiness, | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===== Federation Notes ===== | ||
In connection with the bibliography of bushwalking literature which he is preparing, Rae Else Mitchell has asked for some indication from members of the various clubs as to the phases of the subject in which they are particularly interested. | In connection with the bibliography of bushwalking literature which he is preparing, Rae Else Mitchell has asked for some indication from members of the various clubs as to the phases of the subject in which they are particularly interested. | ||
- | Through the Conservation Bureau, the Federation Council received word in June that new regulations had been made covering the Colong-Church Creek Caves area. Under these regulations entrance to the caves is prohibited without the payment of a fee and the permission or company of a guide. Probably the next step will lie some opening up and popularisation of these caves, which, from the point of view of bushwalkers, | + | |
- | From the Conservation Bureau also came the suggestion that the Federation | + | Through the Conservation Bureau, the Federation Council received word in June that new regulations had been made covering the Colong-Church Creek Caves area. Under these regulations entrance to the caves is prohibited without the payment of a fee and the permission or company of a guide. Probably the next step will be some opening up and popularisation of these caves, which, from the point of view of bushwalkers, |
- | when the list of protected plants for 1940/1941 was issued at the end of June, bushwalkers were delighted to see that the Federation' | + | |
- | Someone seems to have been doing a little private " | + | From the Conservation Bureau also came the suggestion that the Federation |
- | Miss Agnes Miller has been a, | + | |
- | At the Federation' | + | When the list of protected plants for 1940/1941 was issued at the end of June, bushwalkers were delighted to see that the Federation' |
- | This year's Federation Conference will be held on Tuesday, August 13th, and | + | |
- | againe | + | Someone seems to have been doing a little private " |
- | In July Flo Allsworth went off on another holiday | + | |
- | 6 | + | Miss Agnes Miller has been appointed |
- | TO PHYLLIS, THE TENDERFOOT HIKER | + | |
- | Phyllis, you're pledged | + | At the Federation' |
- | Leave off, for once, that gay affair In which you love to take the air; Knickers or breeches are the dress Intended for the wilderness! | + | |
- | And though your silken hose be neat And much admired on the street - Unless you wish my love to fail, Wear woolen ones upon thetrail! | + | This year's Federation Conference will be held on Tuesday, August 13th, and again the place will be the Royal Zoological Society' |
- | Those dainty pumps, which all adore, Who've seen them dancing on the floor, Are positively not, my dear, | + | |
- | Worn by a would-be | + | ---- |
- | Omit your rouge; the winds that play Will being a rose more apt to stay; Your lipstick you will never miss When you haveknown | + | |
- | So don your leathern jacket, do, And I shall act as squire to you; Shall pull you up to rocky nooks | + | In July Flo Allsworth went off on **another** holiday |
- | And drag you out of swamps and brooks: | + | |
+ | ===== To Phyllis, The Tenderfoot Hiker ===== | ||
+ | |||
+ | Phyllis, you're pledged | ||
+ | To join the crowd at half-past nine;\\ | ||
+ | So bring my lunch, as you've agreed,\\ | ||
+ | And, by St. Michael, | ||
+ | |||
+ | Leave off, for once, that gay affair\\ | ||
+ | In which you love to take the air; \\ | ||
+ | Knickers or breeches are the dress \\ | ||
+ | Intended for the wilderness! | ||
+ | |||
+ | And though your silken hose be neat \\ | ||
+ | And much admired on the street - \\ | ||
+ | Unless you wish my love to fail, \\ | ||
+ | Wear woolen ones upon the trail! | ||
+ | |||
+ | Those dainty pumps, which all adore, | ||
+ | Who've seen them dancing on the floor, | ||
+ | Are positively not, my dear,\\ | ||
+ | Worn by a would-be | ||
+ | |||
+ | Omit your rouge; the winds that play \\ | ||
+ | Will being a rose more apt to stay; \\ | ||
+ | Your lipstick you will never miss \\ | ||
+ | When you have known the breezes' | ||
+ | |||
+ | So don your leathern jacket, do, \\ | ||
+ | And I shall act as squire to you; \\ | ||
+ | Shall pull you up to rocky nooks\\ | ||
+ | And drag you out of swamps and brooks! | ||
Rheinhart Kleiner. | Rheinhart Kleiner. | ||
- | CAMP GEAR FOR WALKERS I | + | |
- | ii m.rprym | + | ===== The Campfire ===== |
- | PADDY 15=2, | + | By "Tuggie" |
- | 32? George street, Y DN E Y. | + | |
- | Tel. B3101. | + | |
- | -7 - | + | |
- | THE CAMPFIRE | + | |
- | By "Tuggle". | + | |
Of all the delights of Bushwalking I know of none so satisfying and comforting as the campfire. | Of all the delights of Bushwalking I know of none so satisfying and comforting as the campfire. | ||
- | From that /iot-headed, explosive fragment, the match, many tiny sticks and old leaves take life, and soon a joyous golden flame, wreathed in a veil of palest blue smoke, dances merrily, chuckling as more little sticks join the fun. | + | |
- | Larger pieces of wood go to the embrace of the laughing fire; as they are consumed, the happy, carefree youth of the campfire passes and the dancing flame settles down to a sedate middle age emanating an encompassing warmth to serve man - to provide a steady light as the sky darkens - glowing coals with which to cook a meal, to dry off wet things; to thaw Tinter-bitten fingers and toes. | + | From that hot-headed, explosive fragment, the match, many tiny sticks and old leaves take life, and soon a joyous golden flame, wreathed in a veil of palest blue smoke, dances merrily, chuckling as more little sticks join the fun. |
- | Hearts also thaw in the fireside warmth - reserve departs - strangers become friends, old friendships are mo,e firmly welded. | + | |
- | Folks talk talk to each other as they would never do in the convential | + | Larger pieces of wood go to the embrace of the laughing fire; as they are consumed, the happy, carefree youth of the campfire passes and the dancing flame settles down to a sedate middle age emanating an encompassing warmth to serve man - to provide a steady light as the sky darkens - glowing coals with which to cook a meal, to dry off wet things; to thaw winter-bitten fingers and toes. |
- | The fire begins to Show signs of age, its heart splits and falls apart; grey ashes sprinkle the ground and the charred pieces nearby. | + | |
- | The fire must not die yet; someone piles logs in the glow, and in a little while, behold, the flame of its youth leaps to life and dances with renewed vitality. For a while it is almost as lighthearted as at the beginning, but age rejuvenated is never so spontaneous as first youth and the happy flame dies down. Ere it sobers and subsides the trunks of nearby | + | Hearts also thaw in the fireside warmth - reserve departs - strangers become friends, old friendships are more firmly welded. |
- | The children of the fire, the sparks, hurry heavenwards | + | |
+ | Folks talk, talk to each other as they would never do in the conventional | ||
+ | |||
+ | The fire begins to show signs of age, its heart splits and falls apart; grey ashes sprinkle the ground and the charred pieces nearby. | ||
+ | |||
+ | The fire must not die yet; someone piles logs in the glow, and in a little while, behold, the flame of its youth leaps to life and dances with renewed vitality. For a while it is almost as lighthearted as at the beginning, but age rejuvenated is never so spontaneous as first youth and the happy flame dies down. Ere it sobers and subsides the trunks of nearby | ||
+ | |||
+ | The children of the fire, the sparks, hurry heavenwards | ||
The remains of the logs settle to a heap of red coals radiating great heat- someone suggests toast. | The remains of the logs settle to a heap of red coals radiating great heat- someone suggests toast. | ||
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Sleeping bags are warmed by the dying embers. | Sleeping bags are warmed by the dying embers. | ||
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Thus the camp fire lives, dances and dies, serving nobly to the last. | Thus the camp fire lives, dances and dies, serving nobly to the last. | ||
- | But the end is not here, for the morrow will prove that the white ashes hold a still wam heart from which another fire could rise phoenix-like - or perhaps someone will bake a damper ! | + | |
- | 0 | + | But the end is not here, for the morrow will prove that the white ashes hold a still warm heart from which another fire could rise phoenix-like - or perhaps someone will bake a damper! |
- | AT OUR CRT ME.ETING, | + | |
- | It was pleasing to see our President in the Chair again at the June me.Air Before settling down to business he welcomes our new member - Gordon | + | ===== At Our Own Meeting ===== |
- | Alex Colley having resigned as Room Steward, Mary Stoddart and Tom Kenny - Royal both volunteered for the job, and Voth were elected. | + | |
- | One of our camera friends took exception to two of the conditions laid down in the Federation' | + | It was pleasing to see our President in the Chair again at the June meeting. |
- | The President announced that there would be a Working Bee at "MorellaKarong" on July 27th and 28th and as many workers as possible were wanted. | + | |
- | Volunteers were called for to act al S.B.W. representative on the Federation Ball Committee. Everyone held their peage, so Edna Garrad stepped into the breach, and soon afterwards the Ordinary General Meeting closed. | + | Before settling down to business he welcomes our new member - Gordon |
- | OOO | + | |
- | Immediately, | + | Alex Colley having resigned as Room Steward, Mary Stoddart and Tom Kenny - Royal both volunteered for the job, and both were elected. |
+ | |||
+ | One of our camera friends took exception to two of the conditions laid down in the Federation' | ||
+ | |||
+ | The President announced that there would be a Working Bee at "Morella-Karong" on July 27th and 28th and as many workers as possible were wanted. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Volunteers were called for to act as S.B.W. representative on the Federation Ball Committee. Everyone held their peace, so Edna Garrad stepped into the breach, and soon afterwards the Ordinary General Meeting closed. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ---- | ||
+ | Immediately, | ||
Bill Cosgrove was elected Walks Secretary. | Bill Cosgrove was elected Walks Secretary. | ||
- | After considerable discussion it was decided that, when the Fixed Deposit matures in August, the Club's "nest egg" of 1100 should be lent to the Commonwealth Government, Free of Interest, for the duration of the war and twelve months afterwards. | + | |
+ | After considerable discussion it was decided that, when the Fixed Deposit matures in August, the Club's "nest egg" of £100 should be lent to the Commonwealth Government, Free of Interest, for the duration of the war and twelve months afterwards. | ||
Nothing was done about War Savings Certificates as it was understood there would probably be a suggestion coming through the Federation next month. | Nothing was done about War Savings Certificates as it was understood there would probably be a suggestion coming through the Federation next month. | ||
- | Several suggestions were made for keeping members who are On Service in touch with Club doings, and finally it was decided that the Editor be authorised to appeal for contributions to a sixpenny voluntary levy, to cover the cost of sending | + | |
- | Do zu know the names of any other members who have joined up? Or the | + | Several suggestions were made for keeping members who are On Service in touch with Club doings, and finally it was decided that the Editor be authorised to appeal for contributions to a sixpenny voluntary levy, to cover the cost of sending these members "The Sydney Bushwalker" |
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- | correct addresses of any of those whose names appeared in the July issue of this magazine? If so:, please let the Hon.Secretary of the Editor have them as soon as possible. | + | Do you know the names of any other members who have joined up? Or the correct addresses of any of those whose names appeared in the July issue of this magazine? If so, please let the Hon. Secretary of the Editor have them as soon as possible. |
- | DUNC'S UNCANNY' | + | |
- | Explained by Frank Cramrii | + | ===== Dunc's Uncanny Weather Sense ===== |
- | I have been asked to tell how my upcanny | + | Explained by Frank Cramp |
- | If I am lucky enough to have a corn at the time, it aches if it is going to rain. The only trouble with this method is that it aches anyhow, | + | |
+ | I have been asked to tell how my uncanny | ||
+ | |||
+ | If I am lucky enough to have a corn at the time, it aches if it is going to rain. The only trouble with this method is that it aches anyhow. | ||
Now we come to " | Now we come to " | ||
- | Another method is by my rheumatoid | + | |
- | I have had much success from watching the sky at night to see if there is a rainbow, because a rainbow at night is a shepherd' | + | Another method is by my rheumatoid |
+ | |||
+ | I have had much success from watching the sky at night to see if there is a rainbow, because a rainbow at night is a shepherd' | ||
I think the most successful way of the lot is to read the forecast in the paper and say just the opposite. | I think the most successful way of the lot is to read the forecast in the paper and say just the opposite. | ||
- | That exnlains | + | |
- | Dune. | + | That explains |
- | (Ed. Note: We asked Duncl to write us an aiticle | + | |
- | Snipped from the " | + | Dunc. |
- | " | + | (Ed. Note: We asked Dunc to write us an article |
+ | |||
+ | |||
+ | ---- | ||
+ | |||
+ | Snipped from the " | ||
+ | |||
+ | //" | ||
Mebbe, it suits the clubrooms, but say, how about the members? | Mebbe, it suits the clubrooms, but say, how about the members? | ||
- | | + | |
- | ANNOUNCEMENT EXTRAORDINARY, | + | ===== Announcement Extraordinary ===== |
- | Regardless of all the astrologers may say, the stars have gone wrong -- and they are not just unimportant, | + | |
- | Vlhen the current Walks Programme was being prepared, the printer, or somebody, | + | To All Prospectives and Members |
- | The Committee has discovered them and has considered their case. | + | |
- | .O... | + | **The Stars Have Gone Astray!!** |
- | Its decision is contained in the edict that, in spite of the position of the stars, | + | |
- | Mary Stoddart' | + | Regardless of all the astrologers may say, the stars have gone wrong -- and they are not just unimportant, |
- | the stars should be removed | + | |
- | Edna Garrad' | + | When the current Walks Programme was being prepared, the printer, or somebody, |
- | By Order of the Committee, | + | |
- | Tom Moppett | + | **The Committee has discovered them and has considered their case.** |
- | HonSecretary. | + | |
- | ATTIMTISEMENTS | + | Its decision is contained in the edict that, in spite of the position of the stars, Mary Stoddart' |
- | Support your own magazine --ADVERTISEin | + | |
- | 11 | + | By Order of the Committee,\\ |
- | THE MAP. | + | Tom Moppett\\ |
+ | Hon. Secretary | ||
+ | |||
+ | |||
+ | ---- | ||
+ | |||
+ | Advertisements | ||
+ | |||
+ | Support your own magazine - **advertise** in "The Sydney Bushwalker" | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===== The Map ===== | ||
by W.E.D. | by W.E.D. | ||
- | (Editor' | + | |
- | (The Tararua Tramper" | + | (Editor' |
- | (bushwalkers as well as trampers, and the S.B.W. only has one copy of ) (that " | + | |
- | The map as we defined it is a representation of the principal features of a named area, and in occupied areas these features together with intermediate or connecting areas, will be accurately shown in their relative positions. In isolated and unoccupied area, however, it is (Tate possible that many of the maps will be accurate only in regard to the chief or trigepoints. As regards the remainder, the map is drawn from notes and this leaves something to be desired in the way of accuracy, | + | The map as we defined it is a representation of the principal features of a named area, and in occupied areas these features together with intermediate or connecting areas, will be accurately shown in their relative positions. In isolated and unoccupied area, however, it is quite possible that many of the maps will be accurate only in regard to the chief or trig points. As regards the remainder, the map is drawn from notes and this leaves something to be desired in the way of accuracy. |
- | realisation that such maps are open to question is essential and in the long run this may be of some benefit in causing us to use our powers of observation and improve our appreciation of "countryol. | + | |
- | Improved maps of very broken country are still open to question in those parts not actually travelled over and offer an opportunity for a little original work which can be very interesting. In using a ma i_ it is advisable to have | + | A realisation that such maps are open to question is essential and in the long run this may be of some benefit in causing us to use our powers of observation and improve our appreciation of "country" |
- | it correctly oriented -- that is to say in correct relationship with the points of the compass. It will usually be found that a line perpendicular to top and bottom indicated true North:, but this should not be taken for granted -- examine the map closely. If this preliminary is carried out identification is simplified and the chance of error reduced, | + | |
- | rhen it is desired to fix a point it is necessary that two, or better still, three identifiable points, fairly widely distributed be observable. The procedure is then, | + | Improved maps of very broken country are still open to question in those parts not actually travelled over and offer an opportunity for a little original work which can be very interesting. In using a map it is advisable to have it correctly oriented -- that is to say in correct relationship with the points of the compass. It will usually be found that a line perpendicular to top and bottom indicated true North:, but this should not be taken for granted -- examine the map closely. If this preliminary is carried out identification is simplified and the chance of error reduced. |
- | (1) Take two or three compass readings to each point and average for each. | + | |
- | (2) Where average is more than 180 degrees subtract 180 degrees. | + | When it is desired to fix a point it is necessary that two, or better still, three identifiable points, fairly widely distributed be observable. The procedure is then: |
- | (3) Where average is less than 180 degrees add 180 degrees. | + | |
- | (4) From each point a line is drawn at the appropriate bearing obtained by (2) or (3) remember bearings are read clockwise. | + | |
- | (5) The reqiired | + | |
+ | | ||
+ | | ||
When travelling in conditions where such observations are not possible the alternative is to assess an average pace for the particular conditions and by noting the times and directions travelled from a known position the course can be plotted. Care in this can produce fairly accurate results. | When travelling in conditions where such observations are not possible the alternative is to assess an average pace for the particular conditions and by noting the times and directions travelled from a known position the course can be plotted. Care in this can produce fairly accurate results. | ||
- | To identify a distant point the reverse of the procedure for fixing a position is followed. Readings must be taken from at least two known points. Lines are drawn from known points at the bearings obtained and intersect at | + | |
- | , | + | To identify a distant point the reverse of the procedure for fixing a position is followed. Readings must be taken from at least two known points. Lines are drawn from known points at the bearings obtained and intersect at the required point. It is necessary that the two points chosen should be sufficiently widely separated to give a good angle of intersection. For making corrections a sketch or photograph can be very useful, but care should be taken to include some fairly definite feature that can be fixed on the map to facilitate fitting in the correction. The point from which the observation or photograph is made should also be identified. |
- | the required point. It is necessary that the two points chosen should be sufficiently widely separated to gibe a good angle of intersection For making corrections a sketch or photograph can be very usiful, but care should be taken to include some fairly definite feature that can be fixed on the map to facilitate fitting in the correction4. The point from which the observation or photograph is made should also bp identified. | + | |
- | For mote comprehensive work whqn some time can be given to it a plane table is useful and easy to handle. | + | For more comprehensive work when some time can be given to it a plane table is useful and easy to handle. |
- | The items required, compass, | + | |
- | Two observing points, A and Bo are required some distance apart. If these a known and shown on reliable maps fitting in and fixing of scales is considerably simplified. | + | The items required, compass, |
- | The board is $et up at A and (1) North line fixed. | + | |
- | 12) Pint A is plotted' | + | Two observing points, A and B, are required some distance apart. If these are known and shown on reliable maps fitting in and fixing of scales is considerably simplified. |
- | (3) The edge of the ruler against A and by moving ruler only it is sighted on the first point and a line drawn and marked for identification | + | |
- | (4) The ruler only is moved round and the procedure repeated on each point, including B. | + | The board is set up at A and |
- | (5) Board is set up at B. | + | - North line fixed. |
- | (6) with ruler on line A Bo whole is turned until A is sighted. | + | - Point A is plotted, if in centre of the area, in the centre of the board; if on edge of area then near the edge of the board. |
- | (7) B is fixed on this line to give scale desired. | + | |
- | (8) By moving ruler around B and sighting each point procedure as at A is repeated. | + | |
- | (9) Intersection of each pair of lines marks relative position of point named. | + | |
- | Minor detail can be filled in as desired. The use of a third station | + | - With ruler on line A B, whole is turned until A is sighted. |
- | in the procedure may add somewhat to the accuracy of the work. For those who wish to do more elaborate work in building up maps from photographs I would refer them to an article in the journal of the N.Z. Alpine Club. | + | |
- | In attempting to cover so much in the space at my disposal brevity has | + | |
- | been essential, but I hope sufficient has been said to make clear the principles and be of use to readers. | + | |
- | -13- | + | |
- | INSIDE INFORMATION | + | Minor detail can be filled in as desired. The use of a third station in the procedure may add somewhat to the accuracy of the work. For those who wish to do more elaborate work in building up maps from photographs I would refer them to an article in the journal of the N.Z. Alpine Club. |
- | By iiir.S41wyn | + | |
- | No new foodstuffs have been discovered for centuries. The body is the same old body. Animals employ instinct in feeding: we are supposed to have substituted intelligence. Intelligence presupposes knowledge. Yet ignorance, indifference or credulity prevails, and fads and half-truths abound; some well- meaning or sentimental, | + | In attempting to cover so much in the space at my disposal brevity has been essential, but I hope sufficient has been said to make clear the principles and be of use to readers. |
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+ | ===== Inside Information ===== | ||
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+ | By Dr Selwyn | ||
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+ | No new foodstuffs have been discovered for centuries. The body is the same old body. Animals employ instinct in feeding: we are supposed to have substituted intelligence. Intelligence presupposes knowledge. Yet ignorance, indifference or credulity prevails, and fads and half-truths abound; some well-meaning or sentimental, | ||
Half-baked cults are recommended indiscriminately, | Half-baked cults are recommended indiscriminately, | ||
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Human beings are not mass production machines with standardised parts; they are essentially different -- and human. | Human beings are not mass production machines with standardised parts; they are essentially different -- and human. | ||
- | Alcibiades used to drink half a gallon of wine during the Symposium or after-dinner discussion, and Socrates could drink them all under the table. | + | |
- | The golden-age Athenians were fond of pork sausages and tripe, and lettuce, beans and lentils. The men that built the Pyramids lived mainly on cabbage, onions and garlic. The unspoiled, hardy Eskimos lived exclusively on meat and fish (and hardly any blubber), while be fighting African Masai fed on meat, raw blood and milk. Our aboriginals | + | Alcibiades used to drink half a gallon of wine during the Symposium or after-dinner discussion, and Socrates could drink them all under the table. The golden-age Athenians were fond of pork sausages and tripe, and lettuce, beans and lentils. The men that built the Pyramids lived mainly on cabbage, onions and garlic. The unspoiled, hardy Eskimos lived exclusively on meat and fish (and hardly any blubber), while the fighting African Masai fed on meat, raw blood and milk. Our aboriginals |
- | The Science of Nutrition has, however, evolved sufficiently to state the fundamentals of the optimum diet. These are:- 1. Adequate protein. 2. Adequate carbohydrate. 3. Adequate | + | |
- | binding) | + | The Science of Nutrition has, however, evolved sufficiently to state the fundamentals of the optimum diet. These are:- 1. Adequate protein. 2. Adequate carbohydrate. 3. Adequate |
- | So vital isrmational | + | |
- | It has been estimated that probably 15,000,00,Z: people in Britain are | + | So vital is national |
- | too poor to obtain the comparatively expensive protective foods necessary for proper nourishment, | + | |
- | Dr. Selwyn Harrison will be lecturing to The Sydney Bushwalkers at the Club Rooms on Friday 23rd August, 1940, starting at 8.30 p m. He will then give more " | + | It has been estimated that probably 15,000,000 people in Britain are too poor to obtain the comparatively expensive protective foods necessary for proper nourishment, |
- | Have you heard the latest addition to the Bushwalkersl | + | |
- | - 14 - | + | Dr. Selwyn Harrison will be lecturing to The Sydney Bushwalkers at the Club Rooms on Friday 23rd August, 1940, starting at 8.30pm. He will then give more " |
- | CLUB GOSSIP | + | |
- | We send our congratulations to Harry Lee, who recently married Verne Saint of the C.M.W. We wish them both good walking and "Al]. the Best". | + | |
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+ | Have you heard the latest addition to the Bushwalkers' | ||
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+ | Would you know what to pass if the washer-up said, "Where's the dead mouse"? | ||
+ | Yes, the steel wool is right. Go up top. | ||
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+ | ===== Club Gossip ===== | ||
+ | We send our congratulations to Harry Lee, who recently married Verne Saint of the C.M.W. We wish them both good walking and "All the Best". | ||
And congratulations to Alton and Barbara Chapple on the birth of their son, we hope to see the wee laddie on the track one day; in the meantime we send greetings! | And congratulations to Alton and Barbara Chapple on the birth of their son, we hope to see the wee laddie on the track one day; in the meantime we send greetings! | ||
- | Cupid is still awing! This month' | + | |
- | Our last congratulations for this month, go to the Committee, | + | Cupid is still awing! This month' |
- | The South came up to visit us ohe Friday evening, If they brought any bargains at the Auction Sale we hope these are giving good service. Merle Griffin, Dot Brigden and Olive Matthews of the Melbourne Women' | + | |
- | Mr aad Mrs. Alan Wilson were qur other Melbourne visitors. Mr.Vilson | + | Our last congratulations for this month, go to the Committee, which broke camp and came out of its hide-away at 8.35pm! Think of it! This is surely a record! |
- | Mrs.Wilson whispered to us that ex-member Reg Shortridge was in Sydney on that particular | + | |
+ | The South came up to visit us one Friday evening. If they brought any bargains at the Auction Sale we hope these are giving good service. Merle Griffin, Dot Brigden and Olive Matthews of the Melbourne Women' | ||
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+ | Mr and Mrs. Alan Wilson were our other Melbourne visitors. Mr. Wilson | ||
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+ | Mrs.Wilson whispered to us that ex-member Reg Shortridge was in Sydney on that particular | ||
Last month, did you guess which Betty is engaged to George Walker. Yes, Betty Grill is right. | Last month, did you guess which Betty is engaged to George Walker. Yes, Betty Grill is right. | ||
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When last heard from Max Gentle was working in Bathurst in the snow, dreaming of bush walks and bar bells and keeping his strength up by munching raw carrots. | When last heard from Max Gentle was working in Bathurst in the snow, dreaming of bush walks and bar bells and keeping his strength up by munching raw carrots. | ||
- | We had our Yhncy Dress Party at the Club Rooms on the 10th ,july. If you weren' | ||
- | Are you still wondering who the nasty burglar-bandit-gangster was? He was no Christian fellow, but the inrocent maid found him out. | ||
- | Most folks managed to keep within their fancy clothes, all the evening, although we saw signs of strain/and a few reverted to normal to allow for sitting and supper. The goldfish swam out df her scales and fins. The place was dangerous with Pirates; they were So thickoe were reminded of the China Seas or Bondi Beach. Charlie' | ||
- | Those who went to the party enjoyed many a laugh. | ||
+ | We had our Fancy Dress Party at the Club Rooms on the 10th July. If you weren' | ||
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+ | Are you still wondering who the nasty burglar-bandit-gangster was? He was no Christian fellow, but the innocent maid found him out. | ||
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+ | Most folks managed to keep within their fancy clothes, all the evening, although we saw signs of strain, and a few reverted to normal to allow for sitting and supper. The goldfish swam out of her scales and fins. The place was dangerous with Pirates; they were So thick, we were reminded of the China Seas or Bondi Beach. Charlie' | ||
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+ | Those who went to the party enjoyed many a laugh. |
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