COAL FOR WINTER,
THE POSITION IMPROVING,
ECONOMY STILL ESSENTIAL.
By Telegraph.-—Press Association.
Wellington, Last Night. In a statement prepared by the coal controller and issued by the Hon. D. H. Guthrie regarding the coal supplies of the Dominion, the Minister lays stress on the fact that the coal output has greatly decreased, being 433,888 tons less in 11)20 than in the previous year, while imports have increased by 304,881 tons. The Minister refers to the steady decline in the output of bituminous coal up to 1920, and says only large importations made it possible to keep essential industries in full swing. On the other hand there has been a substantial increase in the production of lignite coals. These coals are quite unsuitable for important services, but could be used in conjunction with hard coal for household purposes. Shipping delays, the weather, and labor disputes are some of the reasons for the 'decrease in supplies. The Minister says the position is improving, but economy is essential, and he advises the use of firewood.
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Taranaki Daily News, 18 May 1921, Page 5
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172COAL FOR WINTER, Taranaki Daily News, 18 May 1921, Page 5
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