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144, or (fu-rōd) (ζ) Canis Majoris, "the bright single one." Situated in the left hind paw of the Greater Dog. It is light orange in color.

, (α) Coronæ Borealis, "a bud." The brightest star in the Northern Crown. It is brilliant white in color, and is receding from the earth at the rate of twenty miles per second. It culminates June 28th. This star is also known as Alphecca and Alfeta.

(λ) Draconis, "the twins," "the poison place." Situated in the tip of the Dragon's tail. An orange-colored star. It culminates April 28th.

, (α) Capricorni. Situated in the head of the Sea-Goat. It Is a yellow star, and culminates Sept. 9th.

, (γ) Corvi, "the right wing of the raven." Situated in the Crow's wing. It culminates May 10th.

, (ε) Cygni, "the wing." Situated in the Swan's wing. It is a yellow star, and culminates Sept. 17th.

(gō-mī'-zä),, (β) Canis Minoris, "Watery-eyed, weeping." A white star. Situated in the neck of the Lesser Dog.

, (β) Scorpii, derivation unknown; the name may mean "the crab." Situated in the head of the Scorpion. It is a pale white star, and culminates July 5th.

(grö'-mi-um), (ξ) Draconis, "the dragon's under jaw." A yellow star.