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instances entirely obscured the pit beneath. Nearly all the arche- 

 ological materials obtained were found in these pits. 



It is believed that pits of this kind were dug within large dwellings 

 or just outside of them. Fires were built in them for light, heat 

 and cooking and thus a deposit of charcoal and ash accumulated 

 at the bottom. To extinguish the fire loose dirt or sod was thrown 

 upon the embers. Sweepings from the wigwam floor were also 



