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and from the gutters into the trap-doors, leaving the 

 floor clean and clear for a new supply of litter. 



A STRAW OR HAT HOOK. 



A convenient hook for pulling straw or hay out of a 

 stack for distribution amon sheep or cattle, is shown in 

 figure 81. It consists of a s ut pole pointed at one end ; 

 a slit is cut through it and L Aook is pivoted as shown in 



Fig. 81. STRAW OB HAT HOOK. 



the engraving, so that it will be pushed back whenit is 

 thrust into the atack, and drawn forward, when it is 

 pulled out. A strong cord helps to strengthen the hook, 

 When the hook is pulled out of the stack, it brings a 

 quantity of straw or hay with it. 



FORK FOR HANDLING STONES. 



The fork, figure 82, for lifting stones will prevent many 

 a back-ache. It should have four prongs, which are 



Fig. 82. 



curved so as to hold the stones, and a strong handle. By 

 a knack in giving a quick jerk, a heavy stone can be 

 lifted and thrown into a wagon, and without stooping. 

 Having used one of these contrivances to pick up stones, 

 we can speak with knowledge of its usefulness. It is 



