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138 It is hardly possible that this should be read in lines, as in this case entire lines would consist of a single character repeated. If we suppose these groups to be ritualistic formulas, as they probably are, and to be read in columns, the change in the first and last characters would be consistent with this idea.

Turning to the lower division of Plate XV, shown In Fig. 47, we find

the characters arranged as here represented. Here are two short columns on the right and two on the left (day column not counted), evidently shortened to allow space for the figures of deer which are inserted there. Using letters to illustrate, repeating those that represent similar characters, and placing as in the plate, we have this arrangement. In order to

make my meaning clear I have used real words: First, barn; second, harp;