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Figure 132. — The method of erecting the uprights of the frameworlc of a con- 

 tinuous house. 



when laid on a cement wall and 4x4 inch when the foun- 

 dation is of brick piers or posts. 



Floor joists, of course, are necessary only in houses having 

 a wooden floor. AVhen constructing colony houses, especial- 

 ly those that are to be moved from place to place, the frame- 

 work should be well braced to prevent the houses from rack- 

 ing when moved. The runners, or skids, of the colony 



Figure 133. — Close up showing uprights in position and the framework of the 

 roof completed. The second story section of this house will be used as 

 a feed room and for suppUes. 



