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roof, extending the entire length of the build- 

 ing. This form of structure insures an abun- 

 dance of light and air, and means a reduced 

 dirt surface and consequently less cleaning, 

 while its small cost and ease of construction 

 make it feasible for even the poorest farmer. 

 It also encourages the practise of small herds 

 in separate buildings, and is likely to secure 

 more spacious stalls for individual cows. As 

 against the tenement house style of barn, 

 the shed means that a farmer's eggs are not 

 all in one basket. In case of fire or wind 

 storm all his possessions are not imperiled 

 through being under one roof. Such a build- 

 ing practically solves the problems of light, 

 air, and ventilation. The glass area insures 

 a well-lighted interior, the Monitor skylight 

 contributes light and also provides an outlet 

 for the warm, stale air, while a supply of 

 fresh air is pouring in through cracks and 

 openings which are innumerable in a build- 

 ing constructed after the common style of a 

 barn. Airtight construction is not needed in 

 a cow barn, for it is a great mistake to keep 



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