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Encyclopedia of architecture : a dictionary of the science and practice of architecture, building, carpentry, etc., from the earliest ages to the present time, forming a comprehensive work of reference for the use of architects, builders, carpenters, masons, engineers, students, professional men, and amateurs (1852)

Nicholson, Peter, 1765-1844, Lomax, Edward, Gunyon, Thomas · New York : Johnson, Fry & Co. · leaf 561

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lOOO O^^ -«« … much cheaper, since they require shorter timbers, and ofa inuch less scantling. When executed with judgment, theroof is one of the prhicipal ties to a huilding ; as it binds theexterior walls to tlie interior, and to the partitions, whichact like strong counterforts against them. Roofs are of…

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