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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1973
Page
6
The high costs and scarce mortgage money push would be homeowners to wait. Analysts note housing costs outpace income gains while banks push up down payments and shorten loan terms, curbing new construction despite strong demand from some buyers.
The Athens Messenger reports buyers flock to higher priced homes as demand surges. Connecticut and New Jersey buyers seek $75,000 homes while New York and Washington areas show scarce options within 90 minutes of center cities. Census data show prices and incomes rising, with down payments and mortgage terms tightening nationwide.
Abby comments on a letter about locking out a partner, then offers a warning to a neglected mother and a note on aging loneliness. Readers are advised to secure belongings, consider family dynamics, and reflect on personal responsibility while Abby invites letters and a teen guide purchase.
Mrs Eteilla L Cassell of Middleport shares an Overnight Cole Slaw from her grandmother’s Texas-style recipe using cabbage green pepper onion carrot celery and a sugary vinegar dressing. The note includes a home price snapshot in Hawaii and rising construction costs with mortgage measures from the Federal Home Loan Bank.
Household tips from Heloise include using four or five tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in a quart of hot water as a substitute creme rinse for hair. The mixture left hair shinier and softer after drying. Also shared: quick thaw method for frozen meat using a warm oven door, and other reader tips on cleaning, fabrics, and color icing ideas.
An advertising note promotes the Odrinex Plan a tiny tablet claimed to aid fat loss without drugs or exercise. It states thousands have used it over 14 years and guarantees money back if ugly fat is not lost with prices $3.25 and $5.25 for the larger size.
The 23rd Dixon reunion gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Kelley in Lancaster. Prizes went to Mrs. Keith Farnham for greatest distance and to Mrs. George Fulton for oldest present, with other honors for most children and most great grandchildren. Histories of the Dixon Clan were distributed, and officers were reappointed. Families listed include Mr. and Mrs. Phil Dixon, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dixon Columbus, and Mrs. Beckie Reeves Athens among many members.
The open church wedding of Miss Patricia Walsh and Paul E. Jones is set for 2 30 p m August 18 at Carpenter Baptist Church. A reception will follow in the church social room.
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