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Thus , the western coast , being exposed to the winds which pass over the
Atlantic , and to the action of the moist , warm air which passes over the course of
the Gulf Stream , has a warm , moist atmosphere , and a heavy rainfall ; while the
...
Thus , the western coast , being exposed to the winds which pass over the
Atlantic , and to the action of the moist , warm air which passes over the course of
the Gulf Stream , has a warm , moist atmosphere , and a heavy rainfall ; while the
...
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... or in the so - called impervious soils , which are , of course , all pervious to
some extent , it is necessary to provide mains whereby the level of the water shall
be kept below a certain minimum depth from the foundations of the houses . This
is ...
... or in the so - called impervious soils , which are , of course , all pervious to
some extent , it is necessary to provide mains whereby the level of the water shall
be kept below a certain minimum depth from the foundations of the houses . This
is ...
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The surface gutters must also be mentioned in connection with the drains , and
they are , of course , especially necessary on impervious soils . The ultimate
destination of the drains is into the watercourses , streams , rivers , & c . So much
for ...
The surface gutters must also be mentioned in connection with the drains , and
they are , of course , especially necessary on impervious soils . The ultimate
destination of the drains is into the watercourses , streams , rivers , & c . So much
for ...
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Being hidden from sight , it is often considered that the best materials need not be
used for them . It is advisable to have a damp course in the walls all round the
house , at a little distance above the ground level , whether the site be a 14.
Being hidden from sight , it is often considered that the best materials need not be
used for them . It is advisable to have a damp course in the walls all round the
house , at a little distance above the ground level , whether the site be a 14.
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This damp course may be made of asphalte , stoneware , or slate set in cement .
Cement alone cannot be depended on . If such a course is not placed in the wall ,
moisture will rise up through the bricks by capillary attraction , and make the ...
This damp course may be made of asphalte , stoneware , or slate set in cement .
Cement alone cannot be depended on . If such a course is not placed in the wall ,
moisture will rise up through the bricks by capillary attraction , and make the ...
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Seite 53 - ... does, whereas one gas burner will consume as much oxygen and give out as much carbonic acid as five or six men, or even more. This is why it is commonly considered that gas is more injurious than lamps or candles...