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 FLY TRAP

This trap as described below is not only good for the house and the back porch, where so many flies are attracted by the odor of the foods, but also excellent for use out of doors. It is inexpensive and can be easily made at home. Much of the success of the trap depends upon the bait used. There are many kinds of baits recommended, such as a plate of vinegar with sugar scattered around it, banana skins, syrups, and meat. The bait is placed beneath the cone in a saucer, which rests on the bottom board of the trap. The flies then enter the cone and are destroyed by smoking before being removed through the hole in the top. If a poisonous bait is used the smoking is not necessary.



3' of poplar. 12 5-penny box nails. 1 small box of 3 oz. tacks. 1 3/4" No. 5 screw. 2-1/2 yds. of wire netting, 24" wide.



Top: 1 piece 1" thick × 16" wide × 16" long.

Bottom: 1 piece 1" thick × 16" wide × 16" long.

Cover: 1 piece 1/4" thick × 1-1/2" wide × 2-1/2" long.

Braces: 3 pieces 7/8" thick × 1" wide × 24-3/4" long.

Cone: 8" high and 12" in diameter at bottom.