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 GARBAGE BARREL

The problem of the quickest disposal of the kitchen refuse for the housekeeper is one of great consideration. The garbage barrel, as shown in the illustration, is a solution for this problem, in that it is put between rails with a wheel. The garbage may thus be rolled away as many times a day as necessary, with a minimum amount of effort. A covered receptacle promotes sanitation around the back premises. The size of this convenience varies with the material available for making the device and with the size of the family.



10' of oak. 8 3-1/2" × 3/8" carriage bolts. 1 barrel wheel 14" in diameter.



Rails: 2 pieces 1" thick × 6" wide × 28" long, to be used to hold the barrel in place.

Handles: 2 pieces 1/2" thick × 2-3/4" wide × 5" long.



Measure and saw the handles the right dimensions. Taper them at one end as shown in the illustration. Fasten the rails to the handles with the eight (3-1/2" × 3/8") bolts, making the front rail shorter than the back one. The opening between the rails must fit the barrel at the bottom hoop. Attach the wheel, 14" in diameter, to the smaller end of the two handles.