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 canvas are cemented on the upper surface of the rubber sole where it comes in contact with the extreme forward part of the wooden portion. Should the rubber sole give way or wear out, the worn part, or indeed the entire sole, may be renewed at small expense without the necessity of replacing the entire foot as in the old style of rubber foot.

Altogether this is a lighter, stronger and more serviceable foot, more easily and inexpensively kept in order. A sectional view of this foot is shown in No. 267.