C. Koford 34 Journal March 24, 1951. Arequipa, Peru. At Juliaca there was a Clinica Americana which was supposed to be good. The Williams had lived at Esquilache mine in the high country for several years. They said that a "flicker" like bird (without any red color), which dug holes in the ground in banks, was common. Flocks of parakeets were sometimes seen. Andean geese were usually seen in pairs. There were hundreds of vicunas near road to Puno near the highest divide. Guanacos could be seen on the road to Mallenco. This change from low country to highland to tropical vegetation on the road from Chive to Tacna was striking and rapid. Viscachas were delicious to eat but one had to pull out the tail as some back tendons were said to be poisonous. There was a port not far beyond Logroa Palino where many birds not seen elsewhere often confounded. A certain bridge rock of Juliaca was famous for trout fishing. Chuño was fine eating but you had to acquire a taste for it. Quinoa & another grain grown in highlands were the highest vitamin grains known. A place called Benavides or Mind st. was best for variety of canned goods. Porcelta was best for dried fruits. Negrta. of Arequipe Chucapi was next door to Banco International. "Davila" was a reliable transportation company between Lima & Arequipa. The Prefect, Aramburú, was a fine man & was staying at the hotel; this suggested that I talk with him. Danborn had collected a rare pet at the Esquilache mine. Don't eat beans at high altitude because of the gas caused. Some highlanders die of intestinal binding when forced by necessity to a diet of testodas (fried corn). This reason the writer had been unusual in Arequipa (how?). The road to Puno was dangerous because of many large trucks coming down. Peruvian garage mechanics were not to be trusted. Peruvian residents should get their reentry permit before leaving the country - otherwise they