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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1927

Page

22

Building boom continues at Pomeroy main fair weather aid

Pomeroy notes one of its greatest building booms thanks to recent favorable weather. New courthouse addition nearly ready for the roof, tin going on Huber block roof, Ewing and Myers to second stories, and Democrat building foundation laid. Central School improvements advanced and Meyer bakery expansion underway at Monkey Run mouth.

Pomeroy Meyer Bakery Monkey Run Huber Ewing and Myers Democrat John Love Schaefer Lincoln Hill

Ohio housing boom despite divorce trends noted

In Columbus November 5, officials say the Home in Ohio remains a strong social institution. Despite strained romances, more homes are being built this year than ever, with secretaries from several cities citing a building boom and rising construction activity across Akron Canton and surrounding areas.

Olumbus U.R Ohio Vorce Court den Atitehell The Amber E. J. Fello Akron A. W Bula Henry W George K. Bus Canton

Ways of Finishing Walls of Rough Texture Described

A discussion of economical decorative wall finishes and textures for different room types. It notes that textures vary by room size light and ceiling relation, with heavy textures like Spanish best in large rooms and delicate smooth troweled textures suited to small rooms.

Property Deeds and Transfers in Athens Area

Fragmentary list shows several property deeds and transfers in Athens region. Entries mention Alexander Township Milton Maerei tract 16.59 acres and Ames Township subdivisions with warranty deeds and other considerations. Specifics include W. E. Baxter to Sidney Carpenter and Bank of Athens to J. L. Gifford with subdivision notes.

Maerei W. Martin W. KE. Battrett Alexander William HH. M Reeboat Vernon Sidney Carpenter Bank of Athens Eleanor Woolley J. LE. Gifford Amesville

Appealing Colonial Home By R Hunter & Brother OCIS

Appealing colonial home with Dutch root blinds brick siding and interior features like laua ry heater and large attic. Front measures about 48 feet by 64 feet, cost around 88960 with plans offered by the Building Editor under House H A 1.

Hunter & Brother

Birds and shrubs for color and birdsong in autumn and winter

horticulture expert Victor Ries from Ohio State Extension advises on shrubs that color year round and attract birds. He highlights red willow, honeysuckle, elderberry, teaberry, ash, and privet among others, noting some varieties may disappoint growers. He also discusses care, pruning, and using plastic paint to refresh fireplaces.

Victor H. Rics Ohio State Hics Withers Ries Jack Privet Crank

Neighborhood home projects brighten Middleport street

In Our Neighborhood a six room house on Grant street in Middleport will feature a bath and full basement. Dell Martin of Priode Transfer Co at Pomeroy is erecting a small office and garage on the old auto laundry site. Foundations rise for the Democrat building and new concrete steps are added to Richard Fought’s Morris avenue home. New floors and porch work appear at Clifford Campbell’s Grosvenor street home. The Lambert family moves from Pratts Fork to a Pomeroy residence, and H M Cross moves into a new Middleport home on South Second street.

Grant Street Middleport Martin O Uice Dell Martin Priode Transfer Company Pomeroy Democrat Richard Fought Morris Avenue Fought Clifford Campbell Grosvenor Street H. M. Cross South Second Street

Mucilage Cork and Cranberry Sauce Tips From a Fragile Script

Fragments discuss corks and tomatoes, mayonnaise, lettuce, and a preserved cranberry sauce prepared ahead. Tips touch on turnips with cream sauce, peaf and spring briefs, paint brushes softened by heat, and shell substitutes from biscuits for pattie shells. Notes on oysters with spinach and crisp crust pie using oil and ice water. Prickly pears mentioned as nourishing.

Beautifying Home Furniture Shifts and Decor Tips

A dated guide suggests removing mirrors, updating trim, and disguising ugliness in dining and living spaces. It recommends replacing mirror frames with pier glasses, stripping plate-rails, and using striped fabrics and same-colored seat pads. Advice covers radiator disguises, slip covers, and refinishing woods to achieve individuality.

Moogore

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Athens City A Goodrich T Gertrude Maliigen Milton Acres Ville Corporation Bree Atwater Kent RADIO R. A. Miller Atwater Kent Meigs County Frank Lambert Pratts Fork Amy West Gay ST Uhoer State Supervision the Fidelity Sam M. Johnson Fidelity Building Loan and Savings Co Columbus Pomeroy Cement Block Company Zaneaville, O Tappan Gas Ranges C.V. Strawn Athens Athens Lumber Co Glouster Builders Directory Hocking Valley Shade CO Athens Paint Supply West State St Athens Builders State Cta Athens Armature and Machine Works Fem Athens, Ohio C. D. Heck Co
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