Line drawing of south elevation of Peyton Randolph House roof
Dairy
Good weather and hard work in the spring of 1998 bring the dairy closer to completion.
With the dairy's roof finished the frame is better protected from the weather.
The last course of shingles is combed over the peak to keep the roof tight.
The underside of the roof reveals tightly nailed boards for extra protection from the weather.

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