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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1955
Page
25
An article extols glass fiber repair kits as multipurpose tools for DIY jobs from mending gutters to auto body repairs. It describes kit contents resin and hardener, cloth, and application steps, noting the resin’s strong bonding and weatherproof qualities.
Coast to coast homebuilders push automatic under-sink waste disposers as standard plumbing, showcased at the National Association of Home Builders expo in Chicago. Intermittent and continuous feed models require cold water during operation, with the cover serving as a sink drain and safety cap, reducing odors and eliminating basket strainers.
The guide advises removing loose mortar with a cold chisel tap lightly and avoiding damage to solid mortar. Hose the area to soak openings, mix mortar per directions, apply with a pointing trowel and indent joints. Keep a wet rag handy to wipe spills and wet joints daily for several days. Avoid waterproofing the entire wall with colorless sealer.
Indianaplis report says Hal L. Royce of Austin Indiana took over as head of the State Fair cattle department and immediately developed a rash after arriving. Royce is described as allergic to cattle.
The article describes a 39 pound portable power handle with a 2½ horsepower four cycle engine that can switch 10 to 20 seconds between tools like a mower and a sweeper. It previews fall market release and additional ideas including a motorized wheelbarrow and a standby generator. It also notes a new home cooling unit and a strong plastic tile adhesive from Howard F. Patterson of Dayton with heat removable features suitable for tile and plaster.
Leading experts outline a homeowner checklist for cooling system installation. Prioritize ceiling and sidewall insulation, tight windows and doors with double glazing or storm windows, install vapor barriers to curb moisture, and reduce inside humidity with fans and venting in baths laundry and kitchen plus an attic fan if needed to lower cooling load.
Former Prime Minister Mohammed Ali is named Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, returning to a post he held from January 1953. He resigned to become prime minister and quit the PM job two weeks ago after losing his coalition. outgoing envoy is Syed Amjad Ali.
Plumbing contractors offer a range of water supply control valves showerheads and fittings for any bathtub and shower arrangement. Options include enveloping multihead showers with diverter valves and adjustable spray intensity plus safety features like vacuum breakers to prevent back siphonage.
The article argues fixtures quickly outdate due to advances in design and production. It notes modern toilets and bathtubs feature quieter flushing and easier cleaning, with flat rims and integrated fronts. It emphasizes fixtures are replaceable and affordable, not permanent like foundations.
The Air Force announced a miniature emergency radio weighing 15 ounces with a 20 cubic inch build. It can transmit from 50 to 100 miles under normal conditions, enabling a downed airman to aid his own rescue, according to the Air Research and Development Command.
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