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Newspaper
Forest Park World
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1975
Page
6
The article argues the sun provides a logical safe energy source far surpassing expected U.S. needs by 2000. It notes solar as a clean option reducing pollution from conventional fuels and explains a home solar hot water and heating system using glass covered collectors and copper tubing to circulate water.
The text explains a solar heat and hot water system with solar collectors feeding a storage tank, a heat exchanger, and a ducted fan to distribute warmth. It notes the need for conventional backup, ongoing research since the 1930s, and rising adoption despite high costs. It projects future market growth and potential savings for homeowners.
Oak Park Federal Savings and Loan predicts stronger savings inflows through 1975 with 95 percent home mortgages at 8 to 8.5 percent, a 5 percent rise in new home starts, and home prices up about 7 percent. Chief John L. Demeier cites easier credit, longer term CDs, and branching plans to boost lending and homebuilding while warning higher land and labor costs may offset lower mortgage rates.
Regular use of a good drain solvent helps prevent stoppages. Avoid grease lint hair and garbage in drains. Don’t slam faucet handles. turn gently to prevent leaks. Avoid placing heavy items on the lavatory lid to prevent cracks. Replace worn float valves and deformed tank parts. Maintain sanitary bowls with cleanser and soap and water. Wax painted seats. For yellowed enameled fixtures use salt and turpentine. Use kerosene to brighten dull chrome fixtures.
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