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Farmers' Bulletin 1087. 



of the place, but by covering the lower portions of both pictures 

 it will be seen that the fence is only a minor factor. The exposure 

 is one of the most important considerations for securing the comfort 

 of the family. In cold countries protection from the winter winds 



FIG. 19. A view from a living-room window. 



is desirable and the location of the most used rooms should be on 

 the warmest side of the house, while in warm countries the house 

 and living rooms need to be so located as to get the benefit of the 

 prevailing winds during the hottest months. 



The elevation should be such as to make possible thorough drain- 

 age, even though it may be desirable to keep off the highest ground. 



