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CALIFORNIA FRUITS: HOW TO GROW THEM 



The "Crowder." 



Used in the preparation for distribution of water in the check system. 



to the short side. When in use this implement stands with the 

 short side elevated at an angle of about 35 degrees, and a floor is 

 placed in the triangular space so that it will be level when in use. An 

 ordinary wide clevis is used for the draft and is placed as shown 

 in the cut. A vertical hole may be made in front of the clevis pin 

 and a small rod driven in to strengthen the hold of the clevis. 



"The Jumper." 



Used to complete levees by the "ridger" for the check system. 



The Jump Scraper or Horse Shovel. This is used for filling 

 gaps in the ridges and is the work of the blacksmith. The beams 

 are 1-4 by 1 1-4 inches and 30 inches long from the draft ring to the 

 bend downward. The shovel is of No. 16 sheet iron 24 inches long 

 by 18 inches deep. The handles are those used on any cultivator. 

 The beams are bent to stand 6 inches forward of a square placed 

 on top of the beams. The braces are of 3-8 inch round iron. The 

 shovel is slightly cupped to make it hold more earth. 



The Portable Gate or Tappoon. These are for shutting ditches, 

 and are made of No. 16 sheet iron 2 feet wide and of any desired 



