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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1955
Page
6
Home repair article by J Ralph Dalzell explains how humidity moves from warm interiors to cold outer surfaces in frame houses. It details DIY turbovents, installation points, aluminum paint, exhaust fans, and insulation to reduce dampness in crawl spaces and prevent paint peeling on siding.
Experts recommend inspecting and sealing the crawl space to prevent moisture buildup and mold growth. Proper ventilation and insulation help control damp conditions, improving indoor air quality and preserving structural integrity.
Question and answer exchange on using star dryvin fused with regular nails and drilling holes in masonry. The second tip advises brush-on linseed oil and paint thinner to soften paint before scraping, noting the blow torch claim.
John O. Prange and his wife sold their home at 3025 Oakland road NE to George C. and wife Kranz, formerly of Newhall. Miles and Company handled the sale. The agency also moved Homer P. Foster’s 127 Thirtieth street drive SE and 1231 Elmhurst drive NE to William C. and wife Brandt, formerly of 1506 Fourth avenue SE. James G. Harper and family sold 1708 Grande avenue SE to Francis N. Van Skike, formerly of Mason City, with Miles and Company in cooperation with Zachar and Fries.
A simple painting tip suggests placing a paper plate beneath a paint can to catch drips that may run down the outside. This helps keep work surfaces clean and reduces mess during the painting process.
The Ramsey residence at 1733 Second Avenue SE was purchased by Mr. and Mrs. Truman F. Hanson of 411 Twenty-seventh Street NE. The deal, orchestrated by The Hedges Company with Home Realty, forms part of multiple area property transfers listed in the notice.
The Greenes are moving to Texas. A house at 823 Sixth street SE is bought as an investment by Leon G. Martin of 1139 Eighth street NW from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Balhorn of Garrison, with 603 Fourth street SW noted in context.
Mr and Mrs F A Burchard of 1935 Mt Vernon Road SE have bought the Crumbaugh residence at 323 Second Street SW through Home Realty Company. The agency also sold the Greens home at 613 Twenty first Avenue SW to Edward F Marin of Newhall. The Greens will live in Walford until their new house is ready.
Dees are to Mrs Charles A Spears Cot tage Grove avenue at Thirty fourth street SE has sold a lot 100 by 340 feet on Cottage Grove avenue to Mr and Mrs Leo T Doenges 1000 Prairie drive NE who plan to build a house there The sale was made by Yuill and Gohmann The same realtors in cooperation with Doolittle and Company sold a store building at 1700 02 Fourth avenue SE to Wier Nelson 3512 First avenue NE It was owned by Mrs Wency Gatto 820 Third avenue SW
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