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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1954
Page
12
The American Foundation for Animal Health warns that careless handling of farming poisons endangers livestock even on well managed farms. It notes cattle eat treated plants, may ingest arsenic or other chemicals, and that nitrogen fertilizers and discarded lead contain items can poison animals with only a few licks.
A vintage guide promotes Small Homes Design No 257 showing a compact two bedroom plan with a large vestibule closet and a spacious kitchen. It notes a versatile living dining area, flexible future bedroom options, and emphasis on economy with a utility room and minimal plumbing expense. Complete blueprints and 60 design portfolios are offered by Penny's Small Homes in Berkley Michigan with postage details.
Industry analysts estimate 1954 full year sales of new tractors and farm equipment will approach two billion dollars as first half demand remained steady at about 164 million dollars per month. Through June 30, tractor output totaled 160 870 units, well below the 268 210 produced in the same period of 1953, as manufacturers rebuilt inventories for the latter half of the year.
Create sturdy garage or barn wall hangers by repurposing discarded auto valve stems. Install by grinding holes slightly smaller than stems and driving valves into wall at least a third of their length. For cleaning greasy fabrics, add ammonia to hot wash with detergent.
The article notes labor costs exceed paint costs and suggests using longer lasting paint. It calculates total side area as 110 ft perimeter times 22 ft height equals 2,420 sq ft plus two 8 by 12.5 ft gables totaling 200 sq ft. Total area 2,620 sq ft divided by coverage per gallon estimates paint gallons needed.
American Builder describes an all-electric home with extensive fluorescent strip lighting in a 25 foot valance and adjustable fixtures. Ceiling spots and roof recessed fixtures illuminate the front court while the rear terrace and driveway are floodlit. Remote control wiring enables multi-location operation with a master bedroom switch controlling outdoor and indoor lights.
A historical note explains that new double hung windows use compensators instead of sash weights. The change aims to improve appearance and ease of operation, replacing the old weight system with modern mechanisms.
The article notes that late flowering double tulips called peony flowered resemble peonies in form though not size. They have longer stems and larger blooms than early doubles, bloom with Darwins, and suit informal borders rather than formal carpet beds.
A wall of windows uses vertical banks and horizontal rows of glass to bring sunlight into homes. Steel sash can form endless configurations with fixed sash and ventilation units like awning and hopper windows. Awning opens at the bottom while hopper closes from the top, and combined layouts maximize ventilation in modern dwellings.
Hartford dispatch notes Howard Jacobson aged eight forgot to kiss his mother before leaving for school. He returned moments later to kiss her and quipped You know that cong Mom Little Things Mean a Lot. The piece also mentions the Medical Officers Reserve Corps founded in 1908 as the oldest U S Army reserve element, precursor to the reserve program created by the National Defense Act of 1916.
Boston report notes Red Cross officials see no immediate charge for blood yet. Massachusetts chapters discuss a possible $2.50 pint fee for blood with no policy finalized. decision expected soon, possibly by July 1.
Mt Tom Inc earns notice as a national management survey by the New York UP business group. The firm, linked to a long running Elusive gobbler emblem, marks its place as the last in the state to hold the title for years.
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