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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1927
Page
11
Housewives attended a lesson at T H Johnson’s office led by Zula Dowler from Ohio State University on kitchen management. They covered knife care, table height, water resistance, stove maintenance, oven upkeep, and cleaning practices to prevent rust and extend equipment life.
Building transfers listed across Athens Township Athens City Ames Township Troy Township Coolville Trimble Township Glouster Corporation and Nelsonville City with new owners for 113 120 and other parcels. Warrantee deeds note price one dollar and other considerations.
Practical economical design with LTE brick walls and mezzanine vestibule. Describes a 32 foot front, two bedrooms, bath, kitchen, cellar space for laundry and heater, and rear service area. Includes stairs, vestibule, storage, and a potential driveway. specs available from Building Editor under house FRA-Lin-R.
The article notes yearly wheat output rising from three and a half million bushels to four million. It discusses grain as a key economic factor, referencing historical shifts and international wheat trade including Russia and colonial contexts, with broader notes on wartime production and storage.
Experimental comparison of composting straw and plant residues with additives including ammonia and limestone at Ohio sites. Details describe layering, soaking, water ratios, and the aim to maximize decomposition and plant food values.
Pomeroy section reports the American Legion post and auxiliary completed negotiations for a new home. Two lots were purchased on Pomeroy terrace on lower Main street overlooking the river, chosen for a favorable location and suitability for the post’s future building.
The new alum assembly hall, designated Auditorium 15, is advancing despite cold conditions. Arthur Be Coon, foreman carpenter, notes thirty men are on site, cement fills on the first floor are done, basement work awaits favorable weather, and limestone transport from Indiana is moving toward the site.
J W Parker announces a new apple blend aiming to retain top qualities of several good varieties. The bee-weed blend won first prize at a recent fruit and vegetable show. Parker, a long time Lodi township fruit grower, describes the apple as large in size with color and keeping traits. Apples from a single tree sold for 4 a bushel.
Floriculturist W. W. Wiggin urges careful sunlight, ventilation, watering, and feeding for houseplants. He advises proper drainage, regular repotting with quality compost, and avoiding extreme temperatures. notes some species require moist or dry conditions and warns against gas exposure harming plants.
A rural study shows arranging farm buildings and using equipment reduces daily walking. Pedometer data from Putnam county farms show eleven animal units required 49 to 63 miles of walking monthly, depending on layout. Efficient placement lowered steps as workers moved between feeding, watering, and caring for stock, with compact buildings and accessible drinkers and bins a key factor.
A cleanup effort is underway at Lew High School in Corning as authorities clear debris and secure the site. Community volunteers assist in removing waste and restoring order around the historic property.
Statisticians of the American association estimate about 7,010,000 persons move their residence yearly. Moving vans cost about 20,000 and new furnishings around 65,289,000. Gas companies spend 3,090,000 yearly on turning service on and off due to moves. Families spend 25 per litre of vans and 40 for new furnishings after moving.
In Rome a campaign against urban noise has sparked a blame game between pedestrians and drivers. Both sides condemn the other, while independent observers note Rome’s streets are among the noisiest in the world despite protests from the press.
Local business notice indicates Elmo Beauty Parlor in Middleport reopens near the Home Laundry, Minn. The move connects the shop with a new storefront along Lerudinn street. No further details on dates or new services provided.
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