This section of the book is from the "Household Companion: The Practical Mechanic" book.
Cart-horse, 14 cwt. Riding-horse, 11 cwt.
Ox, 7 to 8 " Pig, 1 to 1.5 "
Cow, 6.5 to 8 " Sheep, 1 "
Average weight of a man, 140 lbs.
A dense crowd of people, 85 lbs. per square foot, 44
 
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