Of this our Apian land.[[290]]

[The Chief of the Chorus turns to Clytæmnestra, and

her train of handmaids, who are seen

approaching

Chor. I come, O Clytæmnestra, honouring

Thy majesty: 'tis meet to pay respect

To a chief's wife, the man's throne empty left:

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But whether thou hast heard good news, or else

In hopes of tidings glad dost sacrifice,