House Doctor: Stair carpet methods and tips
A reader asks about stair carpet options and the House Doctor outlines four fastening methods including tacking, double face tape, tackless strips, and carpet rods. It covers measuring yardage, padding types, and step-by-step runner installation from top to bottom with wear rotation guidance.
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Energy crisis limits funding for new fuel sources
New York report notes that while the nation pledges to develop alternative energy, financing remains scarce. President Nixon urged seed money from the government but warned that most research and development capital must come from the business sector, despite insurers collecting large daily premiums.
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Industrialists to talk dine on Vermont economy
James M. Howell of the First National Bank of Boston will address the Associated Industries of Vermont Legislator Dinner on January 30 at the Tavern Motor Inn, urging more jobs for Vermont. A luncheon and energy symposium featuring state officials and industry reps will precede the dinner, with IBM, GE, and machine tool makers invited to review power conservation methods.
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Nixon era wheat policy sparks Russian roulette charge
Congressman Conte denounces Agriculture policy as hindsight driven and expedient. He warns the Nixon administration risks a wheat shortage a month before July harvest, citing reports on 1973 wheat sales abroad and recalling past subsidies and export controls.
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New owners aim to revive Peru General Store charm
Peru welcomed new owners Ron and Brenda Johnson who plan a turn of the century atmosphere with antiques and fresh services. They will offer fresh meat orders, weekly delivery, possible film developing, case wines, and in-store crafts by Peru artists. The couple moved from Vermont with their 2% year old son Luke and will live in the store’s rear apartment. Ron, a painter, will continue three days a week at Michelsen Brothers in Peru.
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Davis opposes Velco state takeover plan
Former Gov Deane C Davis who sits on Velco board told a public hearing at the State House Vermont cannot afford higher bonded debt to buy Velco He urged restructuring the Public Service Board instead of a purchase Rep Brian Burns sponsor says the bill would give Vermonters a voice in planning while Velco officials warn state control would worsen power industry problems
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