Abstract

This paper will briefly describe some Late PaleoIndian and Early Archaic manifestations in west-central Ohio as evidenced by diagnostic lithic finds. Distribution of such Phases (complexes) as Barnes, Gainey, and Hi-Lo in west-central Ohio and adjacent areas in Indiana will be examined. Also, possible connections with Ontario for raw chert will be postulated. Early Archaic Kirk, Thebes, and Bifurcate Traditions will also be described for the west-central Ohio area. Settlement patterns and differential site functions will be briefly explored for both the Late Paleo-Indian and Early Archaic manifestations.