This singular rite was believed to protect the corn from blight and the ravages of worms and vermin, and to insure a good crop.

It was believed that neither worms nor vermin could cross the mystic or enchanted ring made by the nocturnal footsteps of the wife, nor any mildew or canker affect the growing stalks and ears.
_21st.

Grand Island, in Lake Superior_, lies transversely in the lake, just beyond the termination of the precipitous coast of the Pictured Rocks.

Its southern end is crescent-shaped, and forms a singularly fine harbor for vessels, which will one day be appreciated.

The Indian band occupying it was formerly numerous.