A revised and illustrated treatise on grain stacking by John N. De Lamater
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"A Revised and Illustrated Treatise On Grain Stacking" by John N. De Lamater is a practical guide focusing on the methods and techniques of stacking grain efficiently to preserve it for threshing and market purposes. Written in the late 19th century, this book serves as an instructional resource for farmers or those involved in agriculture, detailing the proper ways to stack bound grain. It emphasizes the importance of structural integrity and preservation
techniques in the context of grain storage. The book outlines systematic approaches for creating stable grain stacks, including detailed instructions on foundation preparation, layer arrangement, and strategies to maintain balance. De Lamater discusses various shapes for stacks, such as elliptical and square configurations, highlighting their advantages in terms of stability and ease of construction. The treatise also offers insights into common mistakes to avoid, such as inadequate filling techniques or improper alignment, ensuring that readers achieve optimal results in their grain stacking endeavors. Overall, the content serves to educate individuals on preserving grain effectively while minimizing damage during adverse weather. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | De Lamater, John N., 1838-1916 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | ca11002633 |
| Title | A revised and illustrated treatise on grain stacking |
| Credits |
Produced by Matthew Wheaton and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Grain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37034 |
| Release Date | Aug 11, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 279 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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