Transcriber’s Notes
In a few cases, obvious errors in punctuation have been fixed.
The cover image has been modified to repair some damage and is placed in the public domain.
About This Book
A collection of short prose poems and humorous sketches that celebrate the lumber trade, homebuilding, and ordinary life, often addressed to dealers and homeowners. The pieces combine colloquial wit, seasonal vignettes, practical references to wood, doors, floors and stairways, and sentimental reflections on community, work and holiday spirit. Arranged as brief standalone items, they mix advertising-friendly homily with character sketches and the author’s explanatory preface about his method and background. The tone alternates between playful mock-instruction and earnest good cheer, aiming to amuse, flatter, and inform readers connected to building and home life.