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The blind miner’s son

Arthur Rothstein - November 1939. "Former tiff miner, now blind, with son. Washington County, Missouri."

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[Photo: Shorpy/Arthur Rothstein, Farm Security Administration]

Tiff mines were crude holes in the ground, usually ten to fifteen feet deep. They were unique to Washington County, Missouri and it was, apparently, a dangerous and laborious business. Tiff was a form of white lead used in paint.

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    Dom

    That child might still be alive. I always wonder what his life is like now. I hope he’s the CEO of some high tech company.

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