A1200, L7514

A witch-doctor in the Northern Territory shows how the magic bone is pointed at a victim while he is being 'sung'. Although the ceremony is performed in secret, the victim learns of it and, among the tribal people, usually dies [photographic image]. 1 photographic negative: b&w, acetate

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Item barcode 11175060
Part of series A1200
Control symbol L7514
Title A witch-doctor in the Northern Territory shows how the magic bone is pointed at a victim while he is being 'sung'. Although the ceremony is performed in secret, the victim learns of it and, among the tribal people, usually dies [photographic image]. 1 photographic negative: b&w, acetate
Contents dates 1946 - 1946
Location Canberra
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