joined, the pipe is, of course, water-tight, but gases get into the manholes as in all other systems. The great advantage iron pipe has over all other forms of conduit, is its flexi- bility. It may be bent in any direction at any point, to avoid obstacles in the streets, and it should always be… … DRAWING IN CABLES.
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