C a t o' s Farm Management 



farm gates are closed, and that each 

 of the hands is in his own bed, that 

 the stock have been fed. He should 

 see that the best of care is taken of the 

 oxen, and should pay the highest 

 compliments to the teamsters who 

 keep their cattle in the best condition. 

 He should see to it that the plows and 

 plow shares are kept in good repair. 

 Plan all the work in ample time, for 

 so it is with farm work, if one thing 

 is done late, everything will be late. 

 (XXXIX) When it rains try to find 

 something to do indoors. Clean 

 up, rather than remain idle. Remem- 

 ber that while work may stop, ex- 

 penses still go on. 



Of the Duties of the Housekeeper 

 (CXLlll) The overseer should be 

 responsible for the duties of the 

 house keeper. If the master has 

 given her to you for a wife, you 

 should be satisfied with her, and she 



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