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John Pastore <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 30 Jul 1996 12:58:33 +0000
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On 30 Jul 96 at 10:25, Chris Andersen wrote:
 
 
> I'm surprised that no one has madde mention of the other common
> definition of the term in use within this profession.
> Looters/vandals of archaeological sites are commonly (hereabouts,
> anyway) referred to as "pothunters".  They are said to "pot" sites
> by "potting" them, which, in turn, drives legitimate archaeologists
> "potty" (as opposed to sending them to the "potty").
>
 
Many of whom may very well be 'potheads'.
 
 
John Pastore

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