Homogenized Heat: New Term for Warm Air Mixing
The Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau explains baseboard and radiator systems produce homogenized heat by mixing warm and cool air. Studies from the University of Illinois show temperature differences near floor and ceiling shrink to under two degrees, improving comfort and reducing fuel use. Baseboards deliver both radiated and convected heat at floor level, keeping feet warm and heads cooler, while remaining unobtrusive.
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Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
University of Illinois
Bureau
Square Brick House Shows Cape Cod Influence In Design
Dean H. Robinson reviews a small square brick home with Cape Cod influence, highlighting its economical layout and features such as a front picture window, living room with fireplace, open dining area, and a practical kitchen. Upstairs accommodates two bedrooms and a bath with options to finish later, plus storage and a full basement. Details on blueprints and additional small home design books are offered by Scale Model Home Planning Co.
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Cape Cod
Scale Model Home Planning Co
N. Woodward Ave
Royal Oak
Mich
Softened Water Cuts Expenses And Benefits Of Water Conditioning
Water softening reduces soap costs by about 75 percent and saves about 25 percent annually on fabric replacement. For a family of four it can save roughly 41 dollars a year on clothing and cut plumbing repairs from hard water. It also lowers fuel use and labor, prevents mineral scum, and requires only occasional regeneration with inexpensive substances.
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Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
Daily Water Use and Plumbing Functions Highlight Health
A plumbing bureau notes the U S average daily water use is about 100 gallons per person with hot water and soap considered a top germicide. It stresses plumbing’s vital role in supplying fresh water for drinking and hygiene, disposing of wastewater safely, and preventing backflow contamination.
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United States
Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
Bureau
Larger Utility Room Becomes Home Trend In Basements
A growing number of basementless homes include a larger utility room next to the kitchen serving as laundry sewing storage and workshop. An outside door helps on rainy days and a folding gate keeps toddlers safe while mother works. Durable finishes and matching colors create a larger integrated feel.
Colors For You To Live With Parasol Parlor Pushes Home Paint
A promotional piece urges homeowners to color their exteriors with vibrant paints to protect and beautify their houses. It compares paint to a protective parasol and invites readers to A and C Johnson's lot at 315 Fifth Ave. So. for color samples and expert guidance. Spring imagery accompanies the appeal to refresh homes with new color schemes.
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A & C Johnson’s
Fifth Ave
Johnson’s
Navy Officer On Broadcast from Hawaii
Lt. Lee B Foley U S Navy 36 son in law of Mrs Arthur ells of 215 S 8th St Hawaii region Serv icemen s Review 30 p m interview He lives with wife Marjorie and son Lee II in Honolulu He is a World War II veteran recalled to active duty Sept 18 1950 From Lake Organized Naval Reserve Unit He was formerly band instructor at Onalaska High School
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Lee B. Foley
U.S. Navy
Hawaii
Coulee
Lt. Foley
Arthur Ells
Marjorie
Lee B. II
Honolu- Foley Ln
T. H
Lake
Organized Naval Reserve Uit
Foley
Onalaska
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By Dean H. Robinson
IRLS
la Crosse Tribune
Bedford Hills
New York
Thild
Palace
Gerald Ziehme
North 23Rd Street
Wise Home Owners
Cial
ACME
Weil Comics
Lausches Var
LA Crosse
West Channel Sand & Block Co
Minnesota Paints
DIAL
Kratt Lumber CO
Green Bay Streets
Copeland Avenue
Navy
America
First Federal
North Fourth Street
Lacrosse
Wis
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