A Gate Fastener.
Fasten to the top bar of the gate a piece of wood wttth a hole in one end, through which pass a piece of rope and knot it. Now carry the rope over a cotton reel nailed to the top rail, as shown, and tie to the end / of it a large
stone,
When the gate is opened the piece of wood raises the stone, which in turn closes the gate.
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Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, 21 August 1914, Page 8
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74A Gate Fastener. Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, 21 August 1914, Page 8
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