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Pacific Islands Monthly, 24 January 1935Vol. V, No. 6

Rabaul's Hot Springs

p. 54 · Read in the full issue

From Our Own Correspondent.

Rabaul, Dec. 24.

The Administration has now realised the value of the thermal region, which is situated on the outskirts of Rabaul and was used, to a considerable extent, by the old German inhabitants as a bathing re sort for those afflicted with rheumatism, and kindred ailments.

A road is being constructed to the Ma tupi baths, which lie beneath the shadow of the crater, and it is believed that an excellent opportunity awaits a progres sive business concern should it decide to erect conveniences for the public to enjoy the benefits derived from hot sulphur baths.