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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1961

Page

14

More Families Now Own Vacation Hideaways

The Athens Messenger reports rising incomes and better roads fueling a boom in vacation homes. Aframe cabins with stacked A shaped frames require less foundation work and materials, with interior walls exposed on slanted surfaces and storage space beneath the main floor for vehicles or boats.

Ultronic Garage Door Operator Brings Button Access Home

Overhead Door Corporation of Hartford City Indiana unveils the Ultronic Garage Door Operator with radio controls to open and close the door from inside the car. The system offers safety with auto stop and reverse, manual backup, and automatic locking, promising low cost convenience and security for modern homes.

Overhead Door Corporation Hartford City Indiana

How to Build a Wood Cornice for a Window

Build the cornice wider than a narrow window or raise it for a short wide window. Mark the pattern on wood with a heavy paper template before cutting. Use wall anchors for plaster, finish the cornice before installation, and brush on paint in thin coats. Asphalt shingles can provide traction on icy roads.

Tacks Protect Walls in Picture Frames

The smooth heads of tacks placed inside the two lower corners of picture frames will protect the wall surface from scratches.

How to Mix Plaster Without Lumps

To avoid lumps, pour water into the container first then add the plaster powder. Stir steadily as the powder dissolves to form a smooth paste.

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