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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1950
Page
10
A nostalgic home feature describes a rambling ranch style house with white wood siding and fieldstone trim. It highlights a light filled living area, integrated dining space, a snack bar kitchen, a front nursery room, accordion doors, a master wing with utility and bath, two large bedrooms with built in wardrobes, and a DISHMASTER. Readers can order blueprints from Penny's Small Homes in Detroit for a small fee.
Holt High School students showed school spirit by rubbing and painting parts of their building. They worked in two shifts and completed the major portion of the project in two days.
Q M ust old wallpaper be removed before new is applied Answers If there is only one layer of old wallpaper and it is firmly attached removal is not necessary In changing the new paper use a minimum amount of paste Removal of old wallpaper is necessary if there are two layers or more Q Can ordinary house paint be used on a wood floor A A special floor paint or enamel should be used instead Ordinary house paint is too soft and will wear off Q Cane in the seat of a chair has stretched and sags Is there any way to tighten it A Turn the chair upside down and sponge the bottom of the cane seat with hot water Let the cane dry outdoors or in a room with good air circulation Q How expensive is it to color roof A The greatest variety of roof colors both solid and blended is available in asphalt shingles The color is an integral part of the material There is no additional expense to the home owner Q What kind of cleaning materials should be used to wash painted exterior sidewalls of a house A Soap and water usually are sufficient Where there is a good deal of soot in the air it might be necessary to add a commercial paint cleaning agent to the water In either case wash a small inconspicuous area first to make sure washing will not harm the paint In scrubbing a wall start at the bottom and work up Q How can the surface of an electric iron be cleaned A Rub it gently with the finest grade of steel wool
Linoleum contains oil and strong alkali from soaps will wash away the oil making floors brittle and prone to chipping. Do not use naphtha benzine gasoline kerosene or turpentine. Clean with a Linoleum Cleaner and wax regularly. Use two or three thin coats of self polishing wax and let each coat dry before the next.
Twenty million families in the United States own homes not counting farms. The total value of these homes exceeds $180 billion, with the average home valued around $9 100.
Historical gardening guidance advises preemptive protection against pests using DDT and rotenone for vegetables and flowers. Instructions cover dust or spray forms, early action, and washing produce after use. It notes insecticides may be mixed and warns about safety and emergency dust advantages for amateurs.
A picture window enhances home views when framed by low flower beds. Violas thrive in north-facing exposure and mass plantings create a modern, unobtrusive look. The guide lists suitable low growing annuals including delphinium violas pansies asters carnations petunias zinnias cosmos nasturtiums marigolds and more.
A fragment discusses future needs for lighting and electricity, noting consumption patterns and the idea of extending or adjusting outlets and systems as homes are used for longer periods. The text reflects considerations of efficiency and planning for ongoing energy use.
Fire hazards from unsafe heating plant installation and operation cause many home fires. Soot buildup in chimneys can ignite and scatter sparks. Regular chimney cleaning and proper construction, including fire resistant roofing, reduce risk. Automatic controls help prevent excessive temperatures during long, cold spells.
Late winter is maintenance season for farmers to repair buildings and machinery before warmer weather. Check roofs first to withstand wind and fire. ensure asphalt roofing is in good condition. Prepare facilities to receive young chicks and safeguard farm equipment and structures.
A damaged text discusses home insulation using mineral wool to reduce drafts. It claims tighter, well insulated homes limit air movement and lower the risk of colds next winter.
The document argues top stove cooking should be minimized and open burners avoided. It notes modern ovens are insulated with mineral wool, allowing very little heat to escape. Baking meals in the oven is said to keep the kitchen more comfortable.
Guidance from government agencies and heating experts urges homemakers to adopt fuel saving habits during winter. Set thermostats to 70 degrees, avoid open doors, keep radiators unobstructed, close fireplace dampers, dust radiators, draw shades at night, and air the house only at warm mid‑day. Weather-stripping doors and closing bedroom doors with open windows prevents cold air circulation.
Outside wall temperatures reach 120 degrees and transfer heat indoors unless a heat barrier exists. The remedy is to blow mineral wool insulation into the hollow spaces within the walls to block heat flow.
A fragment notes vinyl materials and color options for Wir magazine. It mentions variegated palettes and a hint on air conditioning to cool spaces like attics and windows, suggesting practical use for reducing heat. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events or names.
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