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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of grain elevators and the role they played in shaping the grain trade and agricultural development in the latter half of the 19th century and on through the early 20th century. At the time, grain elevators were state-of-the-art facilities that protected grain from weather and spoilage, revolutionizing the American grain trade and helping to feed the nation. The author - a respected expert in grain and grain handling - provides in-depth insights into the evolution of the grain elevator, grain transportation, handling, and storage techniques, along with analysis of the significant developments that shaped the grain industry during this era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a manual for poultry keeping which contains a wealth of information on every aspect of raising fowl for both utility and pleasure. The author gives advice on selecting the right breed for one's needs, and provides insights into their care and feeding, building suitable housing, and treating common ailments. Additionally, the author discusses techniques for incubating eggs and rearing chicks, as well as how to keep stock healthy and productive. Whether you're a seasoned poultry keeper or new to the field, this book offers invaluable guidance on all aspects of poultry management. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original embossed brick red cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back, lemon end papers. 12mo. 6½ x 4¼. Merriman was educated at Winchester College and Brasenose College, Oxford; and ordained in 1833. He was curate then Vicar of Street, Somerset until he emigrated to South Africa. He rose to become Archdeacon of Grahamstown, then Dean of Cape Town before being elevated the Episcopate. Conflict arose between Merriman, who was at this time the Bishop of Grahamstown and Frederick Williams, Dean of Grahamstown regarding the status of the Church of the Province of Southern Africa versus the Church of England and the validity of the appointments of bishops. Dean Williams then excluded Bishop Merriman from his Cathedral. This action resulted in many court cases which Williams won. Contains tissue-guarded colour frontispiece of Krelli his wife and counsellor, (iv), 200 pp + 16 pp publisher's catalogue with 2 further tissue-guarded colour plates, hand-coloured fold-out map dated 1850 which shows Durban as 'D'Urban', provinces as 'Amazula', 'Sovereignty Beyond the Orange River', 'Beaufort', 'Clanwilliam', and 'Uitenhage'. SIGNED by the author to Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, 3rd Marquess of Salisbury and Conservative politician who served as Prime Minister for the United Kingdom three times over a thirteen year period 'To The Lord R, Cecil - with the kind regards of the Bishop of Cape Town'. From Robert Gascoyne-Cecil's private library with family crest to the front paste down, illustrated with a safari hat, six feathered arrows, spiral red and white pole and name beneath 'Robert Gascoyne-Cecil'. Cameo brick red stamp 'Hatfield House Library' (The Hertfordshire Family Estate) to the the title leaf. Member of the P.B.F.A. SOUTH AFRICA (Zuid-Afrika). …