Rust & Dust Engine Show
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Horne Creek volunteers and staff will display a variety of old hit-and-miss engines, ranging from ¾ horsepower to 12 horsepower.
Manufacturers on display include Stover, Hercules, International Harvester, John Deere and Fairbanks Morse. Hit-and-miss engines are a type of four-stroke internal combustion engine controlled by a governor to operate at a set speed.
A variety of tractors, a Maytag washing machine, ice cream freezers, a wood saw, a grist mill and a '49 Willis Jeep are a few examples of equipment that will be powered by the engines.
The day also includes a quilt exhibition.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
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