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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1952
Page
6
Lowell Summers explains fan use for cooling as summer nears. He compares desk, oscillating, pedestal, attic, and fixed louvers setups, warns against overloading circuits, and offers steps to maximize airflow while keeping bugs out and roofs safe.
A report from the President's Conference on Wire Prevention champions incombustible heat insulating barriers in roofs and walls to deter residence fires. Mineral wool is highlighted as a key material that can be pneumatically blown into hollow spaces to slow fire spread for at least an hour. The Durand house plans describe frame construction, brick fireplace, and rear dormer, with details on room layout and storage, inviting inquiries to the Small House Planning Bureau at Baytown Sun.
Porches in Southwest homes have diminished in size and presence over 30 years. Breezeways weathered by climate and space limits give way to indoor living spaces, patios, and glassed gateways. Air conditioning and efficient heating promoted the shift, with antique railed porches lingering mainly in old Texas districts.
A modern bathroom cabinet introduces a mirror that stays clear as steam rises from a shower. An electric heating element insulated with conductive Neoprene keeps the glass just warm enough to prevent fogging. The unit can be switched on and off as needed. Rohirt de Sorbon, a French theologian, founded the Sorbonne in the University of Paris in the 13th century.
The article explains using louvered windows to convert porches or breezeways into extra rooms for growing families. It notes security and open porch feel when desired, with options in metal, glass, or wood and benefits like privacy, temperature, and lighting control.
New double glass insulated windows open or close at a flip of a switch. They require no weight lifting and install with ease for any architectural style. When opened the screen slides into place creating a breathable, weather tight opening. The system is simple and operable by a competent mechanic.
Walla Walla state prison inmates celebrated with a banquet after a year passed without any escape attempts. Ten days later guards discovered a tunnel completed beneath the wall, indicating a continued security challenge.
Painting has been simplified by the paint roller which prevents drips taps runs and splotches. A single sleeve covered roller can cover from 50 to 75 square feet per fill and many DIY and professional painters favor it. A popular roller sells for $5.50 including sleeves.
The article outlines how painting methods vary by cement-base water-mixed or oil-base paints. For cement-based paints the stucco surface must be moistened per can instructions. Oil-base paint requires stucco seasoned months to prevent free lime burn and must be completely dry before painting.
District Attorney Sam W. Davis filed for a July Primary ballot spot ending speculation about his political future. Davis, Harris County DA for 11 months after being appointed by Governor Shivers, pledges continued dedication to law enforcement. He is a Montgomery County native, UT Law alumnus, WWII veteran, and Houston attorney with two sons who also practice law.
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