30 Dec 1962
Page 37
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1962
Page
37
UPI reports consumer trends show households allocating more income to shelter and home improvements. In 1960 housing consumed about 30 cents of each dollar versus 28 cents for food, with Chicago leading in housing rise and appliance purchases becoming part of home sales.
Homeowners planning attic to family room should consult a heating expert before starting. Consider heating, cooling, and central air options. obtain Cedar Rapids building permits and plan inspections. Linn County residents must secure a county engineer permit at the courthouse.
New York reports instrument makers see sales near 600 million dollars annually, driven by about 33 million Americans who own musical instruments. The figure is nearly triple what it was 15 years ago.
Extension cords should be checked for wear to prevent short circuits or failure. Frayed coverings indicate aging and brittle rubber coverings may crack. In emergencies cords can be repaired with tape but never with adhesive tape. Inspect plugs for loose or bare wires and reattach after cutting ragged ends. Use a cord for one appliance or install more outlets.
A sunlit window sill of gloxinias blended with African violets creates a spectacular winter display at home. They prefer moist soil but not soggy. Maintain by using porous clay pots for healthy growth.
Building permits issued in Cedar Rapids list several projects. Carl Inskeep re side dwelling at 1017 A Ave NW for 748 dollars. George A. David adds commercial space at 801 E Ave NW for 1000 dollars. Lindale Plaza Inc re models at 4444 First Ave NE for 1960 dollars. Home Materials Inc constructs new dwelling at 1014 Pawnee Dr NW for 10000 dollars. Doris Ledford re-sides and remodels at 929 10th St SE for 2010 dollars. Eagle's Club reroofs at 123 First St NE for 925 dollars. Warren J. Eberle remodels dwelling at 3230 First Ave NW for 1000 dollars.
A 10 item DIY resolutions list advises careful reading of instructions and avoiding haste in home projects Vivian Brown notes readers brighten basements with murals and colors to lift winter dreariness. Readers share murals in kitchens stairways and basements using prepasted papers vinyls and bold backgrounds.
Mr and Mrs Ronald E Leigh formerly of Gary Ind moved before Christmas to 2090 Northview Drive Marion They bought the house from Fashion Par Homes Leigh is district manager for the north central division of the United States Chamber of Commerce.
Mr and Mrs George Diouhy of Sixth Street Road SW are to take possession January 15 of 1201 Sixteenth Ave SW a house bought from Mr and Mrs Kenneth Waggoner who move to 1910 Third Street SW. Sale conducted by Erusha Real Estate.
Manufacturers of machine tools expect a 10 percent rise in 1963 industry volume due to new investment tax credits and liberalized depreciation, aiding the outlook for producers and related firms.
Two Cedar Rapids realtors were appointed to 1963 committees of the National Association of Real Estate Boards. J. Thomas Hoegen, pending Iowa Real Estate Assn. presidency, joins the National Build America Better committee on urban renewal development and conservation. John J. Wagner is reap pointed to the realtor lawyer committee.
Members will elect officers for 1963 during a dinner meeting on Wednesday at 6 30 p m at the Montrose hotel.
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