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Title: Sewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water

Series Title: United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 43

Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Tom Cosmas

Summary: "Sewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water" by Theobald Smith is a scientific publication created in the late 19th century. The book provides practical guidance on how to effectively manage sewage and protect drinking water sources in rural settings. It discusses the contrasting sanitary conditions of urban versus rural areas, emphasizing the responsibilities of individuals in the countryside for their waste management. The content of the book details various methods for disposing of sewage, such as privies, cesspools, and water-closets, along with their associated risks, especially concerning the contamination of well water. Smith elaborates on the importance of maintaining sanitary conditions to prevent health hazards such as typhoid fever and other waterborne diseases. He emphasizes the role of soil and bacteria in the natural breakdown of waste, advocating for proper disposal techniques that not only safeguard drinking water but also enrich the surrounding land. The book serves as an essential resource for farmers and rural inhabitants seeking to maintain health and hygiene in their communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Smith, Theobald, 1859-1934

EBook No.: 62676

Published: Jul 16, 2020

Downloads: 62

Language: English

Subject: Drinking water

Subject: Sewage disposal, Rural

LoCC: Agriculture

LoCC: Technology: Environmental technology, Sanitary engineering

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:62676:2 2020-07-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Smith, Theobald en 1
2024-11-09T02:36:19Z Sewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water

This edition has images.

Title: Sewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water

Series Title: United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 43

Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Tom Cosmas

Summary: "Sewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water" by Theobald Smith is a scientific publication created in the late 19th century. The book provides practical guidance on how to effectively manage sewage and protect drinking water sources in rural settings. It discusses the contrasting sanitary conditions of urban versus rural areas, emphasizing the responsibilities of individuals in the countryside for their waste management. The content of the book details various methods for disposing of sewage, such as privies, cesspools, and water-closets, along with their associated risks, especially concerning the contamination of well water. Smith elaborates on the importance of maintaining sanitary conditions to prevent health hazards such as typhoid fever and other waterborne diseases. He emphasizes the role of soil and bacteria in the natural breakdown of waste, advocating for proper disposal techniques that not only safeguard drinking water but also enrich the surrounding land. The book serves as an essential resource for farmers and rural inhabitants seeking to maintain health and hygiene in their communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Smith, Theobald, 1859-1934

EBook No.: 62676

Published: Jul 16, 2020

Downloads: 62

Language: English

Subject: Drinking water

Subject: Sewage disposal, Rural

LoCC: Agriculture

LoCC: Technology: Environmental technology, Sanitary engineering

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:62676:3 2020-07-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Smith, Theobald en 1