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Questions.

1. How were the roof poles tied, so as to prevent slipping? Were they notched where the strings passed? ,or, Did they have a crotch on the lower end that set upon the stringer laid in the crotches of the outer row of ports?

The ends were placed in the crotches formed by the slabs coming together as they were placed side by side —

2. How were the slats, made from split trees, fastened so as to stand firmly? Were they laced together with strips of wood? (something like a basket work).