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However, if there should be any objection to the 

 tank being inside, then it can easily be made out- 

 side, in close proximity to the house. By so doing, 

 all the rain-water can be saved, and put to excellent 

 use. Where possible, and where one has the high 

 pressure, i.e. a tank into which the water is forced 

 by mechanical or horse-power, the best plan is 

 to have a pipe running through the house, with 

 hydrants, to which the hose can be fixed. But 

 where this cannot be done, and where the water 

 has to be supplied from the main (or waterworks), 

 I would strongly advise a separate tank for the 

 reception of this water. It is best to allow the 

 water to run in the tank a few hours before it is 

 to be used. By so doing, the water is not so cold 

 when used as Avhen direct from the main. 



This water can be used for watering the trees 

 only, using the rain-water for syringing. Tanks 

 can easily be made by digging a hole of the required 

 size ; then bricking it in, and covering the bricks 

 with a good thick layer of cement. If the tank 

 is inside the house, it is best domed over and 

 covered with boards, simply leaving a sufficient 

 space for dipping. By so doing, more space will 

 be available for the trees. 



Cost of constructiox. — AVith a viewto assist 

 those who may decide to build a house as per 

 plan, T have consulted a professional builder, and 



