Williamson Diamond Mine (Payday, official checks number on wristband with that..

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Caption labels: "Scenes at the Williamson Diamond Mine at Mwadui in the heart of Sukumaland, Tanganyika, which has the richest diamond deposit the world has even known. It was discovered in 1940 by Dr. John Williamson after five years of scientific deduction and methodical prospecting. Most of the workers are from the local Wasukuma tribe. Pics by Geo Rodger of 'Magnum'" "Diamond Mine: 15-2-8: Pay day at the mine. Workers line up at the compound office for their month's pay. This official checks number on wrist band of a native boy with that on his pay book."

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