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Wednesday
Dec292010

Ox Barn Corners

Posted on DateWednesday, December 29, 2010 at 02:17PM

Howell Farm carpenter Ian Ferry began touching up the ox barn on Wednesday, December 29. Corner boards were removed and edges were resealed. The two oxen Jake and Chris will appreciate a more water tight dwelling that will keep the precious store of loose hay in the loft dry and safe.

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