[Figure 216] shows a balance gate which is used in some parts of North Carolina. It is a picket gate framed into the lower side of a long pole, which is hung near its middle to a pivot driven into the top of the gate-post.
Fig. 217.—A Tidy Balance Gate.
[Figure 217] shows a more elegant form, the “heel” of the gate remaining on a level with the top line of the fence.
GATE FOR SNOWY WEATHER.
Fig. 218.—Gate For Snowy Weather.
The gate shown in [figure 218] is suitable for all weather, but especially useful when there is a deep snow; for it is easily lifted up above the snow, and kept in place by putting a pin through holes in the hinge-bar, which is firmly fastened to the gate post. The hinge-bar should be of good, tough wood, and made round and smooth, so that the gate can swing and slide easily. Boards can be used in place of pickets if preferable. The latch-post to the right, has a long slot for the latch to work in, instead of a hasp, so that it can be fastened when the gate is at any height.
WEST INDIA FARM GATES.
