In the industrial world it is now realised that to obtain the best results the worker must be saved all unnecessary fatigue, and that the mental atmosphere in which he works must be as free from strain and anxiety as possible, for it is found that the labour of an over-tired worker becomes practically worthless.
It is time we applied modern methods to the working of our households, in which they are needed as much as in the office or the factory.
"They build these 'ouses," said Ann, "as though girls wasn't 'uman beings....
"It's 'ouses like this wears girls out."
KIPPS.
CHAPTER III
What this Chapter is About
The House that Jack builds without the help of Jane—A Hot and Cold Water Service—What happens when you do away with Coal—How to Save a Third of your Household Work—Light and Air—Kitchens and Offices—Service-rooms—Furniture and Decoration—Bathrooms and Washing-rooms—Some Labour-Saving Details.