Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 489
s together. Make a loop in each end of the doubled line, slip one of these loops over a nail or anything that will bear thenecessary strain; pass the other loop through the wood or spool,and then thrust the small stick through the loop. When theline is pulled taut, the stick will be in position… … you. If you arc alone, it is better, before beginning to twist at all,to make a third loop in the middle of the doubled cord. Place thismiddle loop over the hook or nail, and twist each half separatelybefore letting the two twist upon each other. To keep the first half from kinking while twisting…
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