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The pieces known as slabs are those which are left over after a log has been sawed up into boards. In cross section they are of the shape of a half moon, and are covered with bark. They are except for laths or fuel.
Fig. 14. Method of Slicing a Log.
Fig 15. Slicing Logs Gives Warper Lumber.
HOUSE AT TUXEDO PARK, N. Y.
"Wilson Eyre, Architect, Philadelphia and New York
Plans and Rear Elevation of this House are Shown on Page 42.
 
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