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CANADIAN FARM YEAR BOOK. 



first comparison is made with the 

 barns simply enclosed, although one 

 of the chief advantages of a round 

 barn is the deep silo which it is pos- 

 sible to build so economically in the 

 center. 



Less Lumber. 



Another item of economy in the 



circular barn is less framing lumber. 

 This form has the strongest possible 

 construction with the least lumber in 

 the frame, and the least bracing, not 

 a single timber larger than a 2 x 6 

 being required above the sill. The 

 arched circular roof requires no sup- 

 ports, and no scaffolding is needed 

 inside during its construction. The 



Yesiterday — The Laborious Method of Cleaning Out the Staible. 



To-day — The Use of the Litter Carrier Makes the Job easier and Quick. 



