Fig. 268. (S. 1–1.) This is an axe made from a large pitted hammer-stone. Collection of G. F. Powers, Wilmington, Illinois. The edge is not very sharp. The figure explains itself,—that the aborigine desired to make an axe out of his hammer-stone, and did so. Previously I never saw a specimen like this one.
Fig. 269. (S. 1–3.) Presents two Connecticut axes from the collection of Benton Holcomb, Simsbury. These, being found near together, of the same form and material, emphasize what I have frequently stated in this book, that the implements of one section may be differentiated from those of another. The unfinished bird-stone in the centre will be described in its proper place.
Fig. 270. (S. 1–3.) In the axe-adze class are presented three beautiful specimens from the collection of A. E. Marks. The one to the left is double-grooved. The upper specimen has a short blade, the poll of the axe being as long as the blade. All of these specimens are worn smooth by contact with the handles and wrappings.
Fig. 271. (S. 5–12.) J. H. Richardson collection. Found on Neutaconkanut Hill, Johnston, Rhode Island.
Fig. 272. (S. 1–2.) Collection of W. H. Foster, Andover, Massachusetts.
