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serviceable in dry climates. The cost of an outfit like 
this would be $250 or more according to the local cost of 
materials and labor. Twelve of these driers have been 
in successful operation. Instead of air being forced 
over the products, suction is used, the theory being that 
the drying is quickened by this reversal of the air blast. 
Illustrations, descriptions, and prices of several 
standard ready-made evaporators and dehydrators 
should be obtained from dealers or manufacturers. 
From technical training institutions information can 
be obtained as to the cost of procuring persons for 
instruction and management to take charge of a drying 
plant. In making an estimate of funds needed there 
should be included also service for cleaning, cost of 
operation of stove, fan, or both, and $25.00 to $30.00 
for accessory equipment. It should be clear to all con- 
cerned that a major part of the expenditure would 
represent investment for an indefinite number of sea- 
sons, and should not be considered in terms of one season. 
The committee or individual promoter, with the esti- 
mate in hand, may then consider how best to finance 
the matter. The local Chamber of Commerce or a 
leading women’s club is a suitable organization to back 
a movement for organized food conservation. Such 
emergency activities should be as far as possible con- 
ducted by committees of established central bodies. 
The unnecessary multiplication of associations is a 
handicap to a community. 
Adequate organization, as well as backing is neces- 
sary. It is as essential to have the right executive 
