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Fig. 143. — The faithful Abraliani at work in shell middens of San Gabriel, 

 an island cave in Samana Bay. The prehistoric occupants of the Samana caves 

 did not hunt or engage in agriculture. Mollusks were eaten for breakfast, 

 lunch, and dinner. An occasional turtle provided variety in their diet. 



Fig. 144. — The summer home of Sehor Andres Socias of Copey, province of 

 Monte Cristi. Senor Socias, who may be seen standing at the right, is an 

 enthusiastic archeologist. His collection of Indian relics is the largest in the 

 island next to that of the National Museum in Santo Domingo City. 



