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The Saltpeter Mines of Northern Atacama, Chile

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Barry Pomeroy

Saltpeter, or nitrate, was a major export of Chile until artificial production began in Germany in the thirties. Then, like much of the world staggering as a result of the global depression, Chile suffered from the loss of nearly fifty … Continue reading →

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Corpse Carrying Dog

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Barry Pomeroy

We were asleep early enough, and up by eight-thirty. Supposedly Walter gets up at five, but he was sleepy looking when we finally stirred out of the truck. Silvio had a coffee with Walter, but I was more interested in … Continue reading →

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