Handy Farm Devices, 2nd: And How to Make ThemRowman & Littlefield, 17/07/2008 - 288 páginas Those who want to reduce their carbon footprint might do well to consult this century-old guide to low-tech property maintenance. Step-by-step instructions include how to build a lightweight ladder, a small truss bridge, a stump puller, gates that don’t sag and can lift over snowdrifts, a wood splitter, and bicycle-powered machines. For anyone who lives a self-sufficient country life—or for those who wish to—this classic guide from the annals of American history remains current and very practical. |
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... four sides . This gives the lines for the corners of an octagon . In making a flag - pole or spar for a boat or to round any large stick this is the operation used by all mechanics doing the work by hand . THE MITER BOX Of all homemade ...
... four sides . This gives the lines for the corners of an octagon . In making a flag - pole or spar for a boat or to round any large stick this is the operation used by all mechanics doing the work by hand . THE MITER BOX Of all homemade ...
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... four shelves , counting the top , I foot apart . These shelves may be hung from the corners , the center or the middle of the sides , by means of manila sash cord over pulleys placed close to the ceiling of the kitchen and nearly ...
... four shelves , counting the top , I foot apart . These shelves may be hung from the corners , the center or the middle of the sides , by means of manila sash cord over pulleys placed close to the ceiling of the kitchen and nearly ...
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... four , or nine , lights could be inserted , the joints being made tight about it with putty and white lead . Then tack a narrow bit of molding about the sash , both inside and out , and a door that will give light to the room will be ...
... four , or nine , lights could be inserted , the joints being made tight about it with putty and white lead . Then tack a narrow bit of molding about the sash , both inside and out , and a door that will give light to the room will be ...
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... four little gates , made just large enough to surround the stove , and covered with netting . The wire netting does not interfere with the free passage of heat and is very effective in keeping baby from getting burned . The gates are ...
... four little gates , made just large enough to surround the stove , and covered with netting . The wire netting does not interfere with the free passage of heat and is very effective in keeping baby from getting burned . The gates are ...
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... four stout legs to these in the manner shown in the cut . Take two three - cornered boards large enough to hold the legs stiff when dropped into position , and fasten them by hinges , as shown . The same general plan may be followed in ...
... four stout legs to these in the manner shown in the cut . Take two three - cornered boards large enough to hold the legs stiff when dropped into position , and fasten them by hinges , as shown . The same general plan may be followed in ...
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Barns and Stock | 83 |
Poultry and Bees | 116 |
Garden and Orchard | 131 |
Field and Wood | 154 |
Gates and Doors | 174 |
When We Build | 189 |
Worth Knowing | 233 |
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