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Is there a way to access DHR on the Apple 2 from Applesoft Basic

When using Applesoft Basic on the Apple 2 with an 80 column card, is there a way to create DHR graphics using only POKE? I have found a number of solutions using third party extensions such as Beagle Graphics, but I really want to implement it myself. I've searched my Nibble magazine collection, and basic books, but have been unable to...