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General account of exploration at turn of century; references to Aborigines as bushmen and teachers; lifestyle; ill treatment by station owners and retaliation; friendly contact. First published: Sydney : Publicity Press, [1955] 235 p. : map, ports. ; 22 cm. Map on lining papers. #110622 With additions to the introductory pages. Bligh, Arthur C. V. (Arthur Charles Vassell), 1875-1954. | Gold miners — Western Australia — Pilbara — Biography. | Gold mines and mining — Western Australia — Pilbara — History. | Pearl industry and trade — Western Australia — Biography. | Pearl industry and trade — Western Australia — History. | Mining industry – Gold. | Daily life. | Indigenous peoples – Africa. | Settlement and contacts – Explorers. | Western Australia (WA) |