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Algic Researches, Vol. 1 of 2

Note 59 — PAUP-PUK-KEEWISS.

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This word appears to be derived from the same root as Paup-puk-ke-nay, a grasshopper, the inflection iss making it personal. The Indian idea is that of harum scarum. He is regarded as a foil to Manabozho, with whom he is frequently brought in contact in aboriginal story craft.

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