Homeowners enter Better Homes contest with photo guide
The Gazette reports homeowners across its territory are advancing improvements for the Better Homes contest, with six cash awards totaling 100 dollars in a local phase. Entrants must photograph the before and after, send a brief description, and follow photography tips for interior shots and exposure times tailored to room lighting since judging will be by photographs.
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Make Your Dining Room Cheerful And Livable
Instructional note provides guidance on lighting for sky exposures. It mentions timing not earlier than three hours after sunrise and not later than three hours before sunset. It also references camera exposure steps when using a smaller stop on single or double lens cameras.
Flowers And Gardens BY MRS J L RHEA
A column on morning birds and garden life. The author notes roving wrens, robins, thrashers and cat birds teaching youngsters worm care, contrasts human parental generosity, and recalls chimney swallows at a fireplace chimney. The piece closes with a reflection on summer flowers, especially phlox, amid changing seasons.
New Phlox and Perennial Varieties Featured for Gardeners
The article describes planting tips and fertilizers for phlox and other perennials, noting lead cow manure or commercial sheep manure as beneficial around plants. It praises new phlox varieties such as Mars Apollo Enchantress Elizabeth Campbell and Betty Lou, along with Hemerocallis and Funkia lilies. It also advises on plant care, pruning spent blossoms, and expanding the fern bed with Impatiens Sultana, plus garden upkeep like bed repairs and repaints.
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Mars
Apollo
Elizabeth Campbell
Betty Lou
Hemerocallis Lly
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Femon Hly
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Bedroom Furniture Modernization Trends
Outdated bedroom pieces invite modernization. Mid Victorian beds may have tall headboards cut down to footboard height, adapting classic lines to current tastes and spatial needs.
Inside Paint Adds To Appearance Of Drawers
Inside Paint Adds To Appearance Of Drawers Table cabinet chiffonier and other drawers will be neater on cleaner if painted or varnished on the inside This practice is especially advisable for kitchen drawers which are apt to become spotted and sticky An attractive way to fix a dressing table or chiffonier drawer is to paint it on the inside with some pale color the color used for the trim if the furniture is painted A medallion or design on the inside makes the drawer attractive and its trim appearance is an inspiration to keep things neat
Slight Change From Bureau To Chest Of Drawers
A bureau with arms that support a mirror can be transformed into a modern chest of drawers by removing the arms and extra carving, filling holes with putty, and refinishing. Brass handles should be removed and holes filled, then crystal knobs may replace them. For dark cellar steps, outline each edge with aluminum or white paint and paint the bottom step solid white.
Monday Horoscope Boosts Employment Prospects and Favors
The lunar transits foretell a fortunate week for workers with a chance of sudden changes in associations and new interests. Favor from those in power is likely, aiding new projects and advancement. Birthdays may see honors and recognition, while a child born today is suited for ambition and adventure. notable nativity Isaac Watts.
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Isaac Watts
World rodeo championship picks top 30 from 24 events in 1933
A fan describes a selective world rodeo contest to be held in 17 days with 30 contestants per event and 10 Mexican champions, chosen by committee from 24 major contests. It will be a true, prize‑driven competition with daily winnings, no pay unless a winner, and each rider bears own costs. Also notes British mail loss figure from 1932.
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Modern Faucet Essentials for Kitchen Convenience
Modern faucet is as essential as the sink for kitchen ease. With pre war price levels, replace thousands of leaking faucets with swinging spout types. Look for renewable seats, anti splash devices, easy handles, and reputable maker names for durable, sanitary design.
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