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- Origin of the Southern Cross. Analogous legends in the southern hemisphere with those of Ursa Major in the northern. A771.1
- Origin of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). A795
- Dwarf. (Underground spirit.) The dwarf, especially in Northern Europe, is considered an underground spirit. He is to be distinguished from the other conception of dwarf, viz., a very small person, pigmy, or thumbling (F535). [Note: For help in the preparation of this item I am indebted to Mr. Alfred Thomas of Chicago. For full titles of references see F420.] F451
- Devil bound with huge chain near northern side of Tamdrup church. G303.8.4.1