  THE STEEL SQUARE AND ITS USES. INTRODUCTORY REMARKS. Division A. THE STEEL SQUARE AND ITS USES. Division B. Introductory. THE STEEL SQUARE AND ITS USES. DIVISION C. Introductory. being a condensed compilation from the copyrighted works of Fred T. Hodgson, author of “THE STEEL SQUARE AND ITS USES,” “PRACTICAL CARPENTRY” and numerous other works on building and construction The present compilation and new matter is made up into three divisions—A, B and C. DIVISION A This Division describes the various kinds of squares, their markings, their uses, and application in the solution of simple problems. DIVISION B This Division shows how the Square may be used for obtaining the cuts, bevels, and lengths of all sorts of rafters for roofs of every description. It also shows methods for finding Hopper and other bevels, brace cuts and lengths, and raking cornices. DIVISION C This shows what no other work on the Steel Square does, a number of easy solutions of Handrailing Problems, by the square. Something that has not been done or attempted in book form before. This division is made up mostly of questions and answers from practical mechanics. COMPILED AND BROUGHT DOWN TO DATE BY WILMETTE, ILLINOIS Printed in the United States of America |
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