| Summary: | Two samples from Block 37 in the town of Skagway, Alaska, were examined for pollen, parasite eggs, and phytoliths. These samples represent the fill of Feature 4B, a probable wooden drainage feature, and Stratum 4 of unknown origin. Evaluation of these samples for pollen and phytoliths was expected to reveal the presence of discarded food remains and local vegetation. A search for parasite eggs was undertaken because one of these proveniences was thought to represent a privy when the samples were selected. In addition, parasite eggs may be recovered from areas where night soil has been used and from other locations.
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