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These papers , which are admirably illustrated by Mr. Blight , form two of the most
distinctive features of the present volume . The Editorial Committee desire to
tender their thanks to all contributors for their hearty and effectual cooperation .
These papers , which are admirably illustrated by Mr. Blight , form two of the most
distinctive features of the present volume . The Editorial Committee desire to
tender their thanks to all contributors for their hearty and effectual cooperation .
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But one of our first antiquaries , the learned author of Salopia Antiqua , after a
thorough examination of the various sites suggested , states it as his opinion that
Cefn Carnedd , near Llandinam , “ presents very well founded claims to take ...
But one of our first antiquaries , the learned author of Salopia Antiqua , after a
thorough examination of the various sites suggested , states it as his opinion that
Cefn Carnedd , near Llandinam , “ presents very well founded claims to take ...
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At present the mound is covered with trees . It projects slightly on its northern side
into an enclosure of rectangular form with its corners slightly rounded , which
measured 70 yards from north to south , and 55 from east to west , and is ...
At present the mound is covered with trees . It projects slightly on its northern side
into an enclosure of rectangular form with its corners slightly rounded , which
measured 70 yards from north to south , and 55 from east to west , and is ...
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When the present occupant of the farm first ploughed the site , he discovered an
immense quantity of stones at the western end , which he removed for building
purposes . In his opinion they formed a portion of an old wall , and he further
stated ...
When the present occupant of the farm first ploughed the site , he discovered an
immense quantity of stones at the western end , which he removed for building
purposes . In his opinion they formed a portion of an old wall , and he further
stated ...
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... but the regularity of the circular structure at Pen - y - Castell militates somewhat
against his inference , and inclines the writer of these lines to the opinion that the
mound and rectangle in the present instance are the work of the same people .
... but the regularity of the circular structure at Pen - y - Castell militates somewhat
against his inference , and inclines the writer of these lines to the opinion that the
mound and rectangle in the present instance are the work of the same people .
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