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100 1 _aSmith, Theobald,
_d1859-1934
245 1 0 _aSewage Disposal on the Farm, and Protection of Drinking Water
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aUnited States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 43
500 _aRelease date is 2020-07-16
508 _aProduced by Tom Cosmas
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDrinking water
653 _aSewage disposal, Rural
830 0 _aUnited States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 43
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62676
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