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bottom of the barrel. On one end of the barrel is shown a 

 cone shaped strainer, which is the best form to use. There are 

 many styles of spray nozzles on the market. For general use 

 the McGowen, Vermorel or Bordeaux are best. 



The lower end of the feed pipe is covered with a fine brass 

 screen. In the center of the side of the barrel is an open- 

 ing, eight inches in diameter, with a tight fitting cover. This 

 is so large that the barrel may be easily cleaned. The whole 

 expense of making this machine was as follows: One linseed 

 oil barrel, $1; pump, $6.50; 50 feet of 1 inch hose, $3; strainer, 

 $1.50; 2 nozzles, $1.25; bolts, etc., 50 cents. Total cost, not in- 

 cluding labor of above, $13.75. 



In buying machinery, it is well to regard with suspicion 

 those that are very complicated, as the simplest is generally 

 the most durable in the end. 



