Journal series 07, contents and abstracts

Title: The Exploration of Ainahou Ranch Cave, Hawaii
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 1, Winter 1981, page(s) 4-9
Abstract: Detailed day by day account of the exploration and survey of this lava tube system with  22 entrances and a length of 7.11km and vertical range of 352m. Including the discovery of a human skeleton.
 
Title: Impasse In The Black Hole, Swildon's
Author(s): Jennings, A.
Journal Series 7, Number 1, Winter 1981, page(s) 10-13
Abstract: Details digging attempts between June 1979 and September 1981 at the Second Boulder Choke at the end of the Black Hole Series of Swildon's Hole, Mendip.
 
Title: Book Review: A Caving Manual
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 1, Winter 1981, page(s) 14-16
Abstract: Review of this book by Jim Lovelock, published by B.T.Batsford, London, 1981.
 
Title: Yugoslavia '81 - Access Notes
Author(s): Peak, B.
Journal Series 7, Number 2, Spring 1982, page(s) 1-2
Abstract: Following the Club's 1981 visit sets out guidance of access arrangements, getting permits and local guides.
 
Title: Aiming for Wookey at 30 ft a Decade
Author(s): Butcher, A.
Journal Series 7, Number 2, Spring 1982, page(s) 3-7
Abstract: Details work in St Cuthbert's II from 1969 to 1982 including Whitsun Passage, Sump 1, The Mantrap and attempts to pass Sump 2 (survey)
 
Title: The Chelm's Combe Quarry Caves
Author(s): Anon.
Journal Series 7, Number 2, Spring 1982, page(s) 8-12
Abstract: The geology, Chelm's Combe Rock Shelter, Box's Cave, Reynolds Rift, and Chelm's Combe Quarry Cave are detailed.
 
Title: Book Review: Les Grandes Cavities Francaise
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 2, Spring 1982, page(s) 13
Abstract: Review of this book by Claude Chabert, published FFS (1981)
 
Title: Scotland's Premier Mile
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 3, Autumn 1982, page(s) 3-13
Abstract: Details the Allt nan Uamh valley and its caves before giving the history of Uamh an Claonaite (survey) which by 1982 had become Scotland's first mile long cave.
 
Title: A Dig Below Fault Chamber, Swildon's Hole
Author(s): Jennings, A.
Journal Series 7, Number 3, Autumn 1982, page(s) 14-18
Abstract: The extension below Fault Chamber was discovered 24 May 1981.  Detailed account of the digging to connect with Watergate on 18 September 1982.
 
Title: Niah National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia
Author(s): Woodward, J.
Journal Series 7, Number 04-May, Spring/Autumn 1983, page(s) 1-12
Abstract: Following a one week visit in 1982, gives advice on how to get there, accommodation, the plank walk trail, Jalan Madu footpath, and visits to Traders' Cave, Niah Great Cave, The Painted Cave (Kain Hitam), Lobang Pangomah and Lobang Kera.
 
Title: Niah Caves: An Introductory Bibliography
Author(s): Mansfield, R.
Journal Series 7, Number 04-May, Spring/Autumn 1983, page(s) 13-23
Abstract: Bibliography giving full details of 169 literature references.
 
Title: Book Review: Krupneyshie Karstovie Peshchera I Schachta SSSR
Author(s): Mansfield, R.
Journal Series 7, Number 04-May, Spring/Autumn 1983, page(s) 24
Abstract: Review of this book by V.N. Dublyansky and V.V. Ilyushin, published by Izdatel'stvo Nauka, 1982.
 
Title: Sea Caves of the Faeroe Islands
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 6, Spring 1984, page(s) 1-3
Abstract: During a visit in July 1982 basalt sea caves in the northern cliffs of Streymoy and Esturoy islands were visited.
 
Title: An Introduction to Caving in Eastern France
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 6, Spring 1984, page(s) 4-6
Abstract: Intends series of articles covering Jura, Haute Savoie, Chartreuse and Vercors caving areas visited by the Club, together with advice on useful guidebooks.
 
Title: Caves of the Jura
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 6, Spring 1984, page(s) 7-18
Abstract: Very detailed descriptions of nine of the most popular trips in the area, including Reseau du Verneau (survey), locations and/or brief details of a further 11 sites given. N.B. Errata page.
 
Title: Book Review: Scotland Underground
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 6, Spring 1984, page(s) 19-21
Abstract: Review of this book by Alan Jeffreys, published by Mrs A Oldham, 1984
 
Title: Caving in the Vercors
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 1-12
Abstract: Very  detailed descriptions of twelve of the most popular trips in the area, together with advice on maps and useful guidebooks.  Location and/or brief details of a further 13 sites given.
 
Title: Book Review: Speleo Sportive dans le Jura Franc-Comptois
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 13-15
Abstract: Review of this book in the Speleo Sportive series by Y. Aucant and J-C. Frachon, published Edisud, 1983
 
Title: Are There Caves on Flat Holm?
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 16-21
Abstract: Interpretation from the seven literary sources on known geology and possible wells/springs, caves, mines, etc. on this island in the Bristol Channel
 
Title: A Scientific Rationale for Vulcanospeleology
Author(s): Wood, C.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 22-28
Abstract: Summarises what has been learnt in 20 years of volcanic cave study and points out to cavers the goals to be pursued within a comprehensive scientific framework.  Eight components to this framework are detailed and discussed.
 
Title: Iberian Itinerary
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 29-43
Abstract: Account of visits to 20 show caves in Spain and Portugal, with recommended reading.
 
Title: Book Review: Venturing Underground: The New Speleo's Guide
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 44-45
Abstract: Review of this book by Ben Lyon, published E.P. Publishing Ltd, 1983.
 
Title: Book Review: Caving Practice and Equipment
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 7, Autumn 1984, page(s) 45-48
Abstract: Review of this book by David Judson, published David & Charles 1984.
 
Title: A Visit to the Caves at Sagada, Mountain Province, North Luzon, Philippines
Author(s): Woodward, J.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 1-8
Abstract: Details visits to Sugong Cave, Patuk Cave, Lomiang Cave, Latipan/Sumaging Cave (survey), Balagagan Cave and Matangkib Burial Caves
 
Title: More Lines on Ingleborough Cave
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 9-11
Abstract: A second significantly different poem by Robert Story has come to light and is compared with that published in December 1969 Journal.
 
Title: Morphology and Operation of Lava Tube Systems
Author(s): Wood, C.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 12-24
Abstract: Considers and discusses channelization of lava flow; morphology of lava tube systems; operation of the axial tube; and developments at the flow front.
 
Title: Reseau de la Diau -  Haute-Savoie
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 25-34
Abstract: Very detailed description of this major system with four entrances including history of exploration, Tanne du Bel Espoir to La Diau through trip and details of surveys, maps, recommended reading, etc.  Location and/or brief details of a further 12 sites are given.
 
Title: Book Review: Caves, Crags and Gorges
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 35-37
Abstract: Review of this book by Tony Waltham, published Constable & Co Ltd, 1984.
 
Title: Book Review: Memories of Cheddar
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 8, Spring 1985, page(s) 37-38
Abstract: Review of this book by Chris Howell, published by the author, 1984.
 
Title: Lava Cave Groups and Modes of Emplacement of Tube-fed Flow Fields
Author(s): Wood, C.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 1-11
Abstract: Lava tube caves tend to occur in groups within individual flow fields.  This paper illustrates how case studies aid interpretations of flow emplacement, and draws attention to the range of basaltic landforms in which lava tube caves are encountered.
 
Title: The Shropshire Lead Mines: A Bibliography
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 12-17
Abstract: Lead mines were worked from the late 18th to early 20th centuries in the Shelve and Minsterley areas.  Details the principal mines and those currently open, etc.  Detailed 98 reference bibliography.
 
Title: Subterraneous Surveying
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 18-22
Abstract: Quotations from a book of this title by Thomas Fenwick and Thomas Baker in 1892 edition.  There are a number of aspects which are known and of interest to cave surveyors and a couple of other techniques which are described which under certain circumstances may be of use.
 
Title: Speleology in South East Asia: An Historical Background
Author(s): Mansfield, R.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 23-33
Abstract: Significant  country by country account with references covering principally Thailand, Malaysia, Sarawak, Mulu, Indonesia, Sularesi (The Celebes), Philippines and China.
 
Title: Reseau de la Dent de Crolles, Chartreuse
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 34-39
Abstract: Very detailed description of this major system with five entrances and its various through trips, including details of survey, map and recommended reading.  Brief mention of eight other sites in the vicinity.
 
Title: Book Review: Speleo Sportive a la Pierre Saint-Martin
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 40
Abstract: Review of this book in the Speleo Sportive series by M. Douat, J-F. Purnette and S. Puisais, published Edisud, 1985
 
Title: Book Review: Explorateurs de l'Ombre: Histoire de la Speleologie en Suisse
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 40-41
Abstract: Review of this book by Jean-Jacques Pittard, published by Musee d'Ethnographie, not dated [1985].
 
Title: Book Review: Spelenans
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 41
Abstract: Review of this book by Th. Champenois, published by Groupe Speleologique du Doubs, not dated [1985].
 
Title: Book Review: La Verneau Souterrain: Speleologie en Franc-Compte
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 42
Abstract: Review of this book by Y. Aucant, C.Schmitt and J.P. Urlacher, published Edition SHAG, Mai 1985
 
Title: Book Review: Underground Britain
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 9, Autumn 1985, page(s) 43-45
Abstract: Review of this book by Bruce Bedford, published Collins Willow, 1985
 
Title: Cliff Childs - Obituary
Author(s): Ellis, B.M.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 1
Abstract: Obituary for Cliff Childs (1914-1985)
 
Title: A Mendip Cave Survey Atlas
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 3-8
Abstract: Details the acknowledged sources and production of this privately produced atlas of Mendip's most popular caves.
 
Title: A Japanese Caver's Visit to Mendip and Comparison with Akiyoshi Plateau, Japan
Author(s): Fujii, A.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 9-15
Abstract: During very brief visit the author visited three Mendip and two South Wales caves and then describes, including the geomorphology, a comparison with the Akiyoshi Plateau and four of its caves.
 
Title: Yorkshire Cave Surveys
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 16-69
Abstract: Details around 730 published cave surveys to 154 caves over 200 ft deep and/or 2500 ft long.
 
Title: Book Review: Karst Geomorphology
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 70-71
Abstract: Review of this book by J.N.Jennings, published Basil Blackwell, 1985.
 
Title: Book Review: Castleguard
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 7, Number 10, Spring 1986, page(s) 71-72
Abstract: Review of this book by Dalton Muir and Derek Ford, published Ministry of Supply and Services, Canada, 1985.