Book 3 — Weighting a Metal Base
Reading edition
Molten Lead as Poured In around Screws Fastened to the Base
Having to weight a shallow metal base to support a 4-ft. brass tube, I found that the easiest way was to fasten four screws on the base with nuts, as shown in the illustration, and pour in lead. The screws were taken out in polishing the base.—James M. Kane, Doylestown, Pa.
¶In toasting bread over a camp fire, it is best to cover the fire with a tin pan.