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Cast Net
A cast net was thrown horizontally over the water. It was alowed to sink, then pulled out and, as it was pulled, it collapsed, trapping minnows.

Graphic by Sue Huitt, Illinois State Museum.

<b>Cast Net</b><br> A cast net was thrown horizontally over the water.  It was alowed to sink, then pulled out and, as it was pulled, it collapsed, trapping minnows.
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