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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1972
Page
8
Architect Herman H York presents design L-34 a two story home with a large rear informal living area on the first floor combining kitchen and family room in an open plan over 36 feet long. The layout includes a living room dining room foyer lavatory a two car garage and upstairs four bedrooms two baths.
A Decatur Daily brief lists a purchase of blueprints with a 50 cent item and a 3 cent sales tax. The entry names Design No. L-34 and includes a placeholder for a name and street.
Homeowners face winter rodent intrusions after removing nearby structures and must seal foundations and attics to block entry. Use boards to cover floor gaps above baseboards and vent during painting to limit fumes. For dryness, employ small portable humidifiers in bedrooms and living rooms, avoiding wallpaper loosening, and plan spring venting for heavy painting.
Enon notes welcome Rev. Billy Dempsey from Talladega as new pastor with his family. Family events include visitors from Decatur Hartselle and Birmingham. Local reports mention a newborn, deer hunting trip in South Alabama, and hospital discharge advice on humidifiers.
Color depends on stain brand and wood type, making exact shade unpredictable. Test on an inconspicuous area, adjust with solvents or water, and control depth with application time. Sealing before staining can reduce penetration, while sealer under and over stain is debated but preferred by the author.
A ten year old report notes more than 100 snowy owls observed across Wisconsin. The sighting highlights a widespread irruption with birds reported in multiple counties and fields, attracting birders and researchers alike.
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