FRUIT STORAGE 



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storage space proper is made low, only 6}i feet be- 

 tween floor and ceiling. This will accommodate two 

 tiers of barrels on end, and, • in case of crowding, 

 another tier on the side. This makes less work in 

 handling than when barrels are piled three tiers high, 



FIG. 60— SECTION OF PROPOSED ICE-COOLED STORAGE-HOUSE 



and there is consequently less rough handling of the 

 fruit. 



In the center is a shaft 8x8 feet in size, which 

 serves the triple purpose of elevator, ventilator, and 

 support for the floors. This will be open on all four 

 sides, but with doors arranged so as to control venti- 

 lation when necessary. 



