Item 03: Thomas Alcock war narrative, 1917-February 1919 - Page 23

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At the farm was a dairy The method of churning was as follows. In a big wheel which was revolved by a dog put inside on the principle of a treadmill This dog was very cunning when he saw the master coming along he would go very fast, if the girl – it would not be so quick His usual method was a regular "government" stroke or tread.

Everyone works in France Horses men women and dogs and children owing I suppose to the great scarcity of men caused by the war.

My friend and I had several hearty talks together He was always dilating

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