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Benjamin, Asher, 1773-1845. / The American builder's companion; or, A new system of architecture: particularly adapted to the present style of building in the United States of America
(1806)

Observations on building of houses, to elucidate the preceding plans, and assist the student in the practical parts,   pp. 67-68


Page 67


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