How Did These Inventions Revolutionize Domestic Life In Britain? | Edwardian Farm | Progress

As the winter season takes hold, the trio are compelled to explore new avenues for earning income. Peter and Alex venture into crab fishing, while Ruth offers her services for domestic work. Ruth embraces the era's cleaning methods, experimenting with early vacuum cleaners and traversing on a bicycle. They also tend to the task of separating growing calves from their mothers. Peter delves into the process of leather production. Their Christmas celebrations reflect the modesty of struggling farmers, accompanied by the heartfelt message of a Methodist Christmas sermon.

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