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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1973
Page
7
Compact three bedroom ranch by Architect Lester Cohen blends budget control with generous living. Open family room kitchen with bow wall to patio, U shaped counters and major appliances. Finished basement adds lounge areas and flexible dining space.
The author explains excess moisture as the main cause of window condensation and musty odors. He recommends a hygrometer to track humidity, keeps windows warm, uses weatherstripping for tight sashes, and vents or dehumidifiers to reduce indoor moisture to prevent wall and paint damage.
A brief notice states 50 cents plus 3 cents sales tax for baby blueprints of Design No. L-83. The item is directed to be printed and paid by the requester.
Reader questions cover removing decal residue with rubber cement thinner, choosing oil for pumice rubbing, shellac aging tests, and frightening faucet hammering. Answers advise rubber cement thinner for adhesive, water as a pumice lubricant option, test shellac on scrap wood under proper conditions, and install an air chamber to prevent water hammer leaks.
The description outlines Design L-83 featuring a large teenage room capable of hosting crowds, a built in refreshment bar and lavatory, woodshop and hobby rooms, plus a rear storage area near the heater. It lists a 1197 square foot layout with living room, family room, kitchen, three bedrooms, two baths, a lavatory, and a mud room lavatory, plus a two car garage and rear storage area. A basement plan includes recreation or teenage space, a lounge, two hobby rooms and a lavatory, with overall dimensions 66 feet 3 inches by 32 feet 8 inches including the garage.
DIY pattern article describes a versatile bedside table with a swing-out tray for writing or meals and a hidden shelf. Includes materials, illustrations, and directions with patterns for multiple furniture projects and a 500+ project booklet, priced at $1 each.
A feature on estate diaries shows how documenting family items can unlock cash value. A couple sold furnishings for 9500 including old china for 2000 and paintings for 800, while a 19th century clock and furniture added others. The diary tracks acquisition source price and current market worth for insurance and heirs.
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