Modern German Homes Lack American Comfort
An American housewife would find her dreams far from answered by the typical new West German house. Prices are high, land costs rise, and features common in the U.S. are missing. U.S. builders studying Germany note cramped rooms, few closets, limited heating, and reliance on small heaters for hot water.
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Bonn
Germany
U.S
Department of Commerce
Hausfrau
Julian Kheel
Rochester
New York
United States
Walnut Trees Planting Crusade Aimed at Future Supply
R W Daubendiek of Decorah Iowa dubbed Johnny Walnutseed has planted over 350000 walnut trees since 1960 and aims for two million more in five years. He travels 40000 miles annually in Iowa planting and checking results. His efforts, allied with the American Walnut Manufacturers Association and conservation groups, are presented as a broad drive to boost domestic walnut supply for future generations. Daubendiek, who also runs family telephone ventures, promotes walnut as a prestigious, lucrative hardwood with strong grain and durability encouraging owners to plant for their children. Walnuts reach timber size in about 40 years and can produce a bushel of nuts after 8–10 years on good ground.
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America
Johnny
John Chapman
Johnn
R. W
Bob) Daubendiek
Decorah
Daubendiek
Iowa
American Walnut Manufacturers’ Association
Donald H. Gott
Town
Nebraska
Mae Sloan
Commercial College
Mankato
Minn
Mammoth Cave Echo River Found 360 Feet Underground
Mammoth Cave explorers report Echo River flowing 360 feet below the surface marking a new depth discovery near the cave chamber. Scientists note the find expands understanding of subterranean waterways and cave geology.
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Mammoth Cave
Echo River
Plantings to Keep Home Color All Year
A 1930s landscape brief notes that homeowners can enjoy year round color by selecting varied plant materials and adding trees and shrubs that bloom at different times. It highlights fall and winter color and mentions hollies winged euonymous and pyracantha berries as bright options, with a nod to new chrysanthemums.
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American Association of Nurserymen
Bright Decor For Kitchens And Bathrooms
Kitchens and baths invite bold colors and patterns with wall coverings and mural panels. A five foot wide plastic finished hardboard panel transforms tub walls into seascapes or mountain views with gold trimmed accents. Installation uses caulking mastic and corner moldings to ensure a water tight finish.
Desert Tuareg clans roam central and southern Sahara
An estimated half million Tuaregs traverse mountains and plains across the central and southern Sahara fending frontiers. They are split into five clans, maintain their own language, and follow Islam. The text also notes roses bloom into frost and plants suit frost-free or cold climates.
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Sahara
Designers at World's Fair reveal home decor ideas
The article details Eugene Stephenson Ellen McCluskey and Everett Brown presenting a Good Taste house at the World’s Fair. It highlights a vinyl hooked rug floor covering, an oval cherry table with wrought iron base, Shaker style chairs, and a master bedroom designed as a quiet studio space. It notes libraries and flexible teen room furniture as key concepts for future homes.
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Eugene Stephenson
Ellen McCluskey
Everett Brown
Stephenson
McCluskey Advises Suburban Home Furnishings Balance
Mrs. McCluskey favors early American styles and yellow stenciled Hitchcock chairs with cherry furniture. A folding daybed complements a suburban or country home. She cautions that garden views influence interior choices and prefers monotone walls and draperies to let outdoor colors pop.
Garage Needs Safe Attic For Storage
The article cites National Safety Council figures on home injuries and fatalities from garage clutter. Neil W. Stewart advises using overhead rafters as attic space, noting bulky items often fall from cross beams. he suggests nailing heavy plywood to create a safe attic to prevent injuries and property damage.
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Chicago
National Safety Council
Neil W. Stewart
Stewart
Outdoor living with decks becomes modern trend
The article urges using wooden decks to extend living space, arguing decks stay cool, resist sun heat, and suit various patterns from diamonds to circles. Douglas fir and western red cedar are ideal, and perimeters seats help host crowds without moving indoors.
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U.S.A
Homemakers Seek Sound Landscaping For Home Use
Homemakers from the community discuss creating attractive outdoor living areas through well planned landscaping. Emphasis on quiet grassy pockets, bordered flower beds, and container plantings to achieve a luxury look. Professionals advised to design and plant areas during late spring and summer for optimal flowering.
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Becaus
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