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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1958
Page
18
A nostalgic feature notes the return to river living as families opt for sturdy steel or aluminum houseboats. Modern craft are 10 by 32 feet with open decks for sunbathing and lounging. Thousands ply U S inland waterways offering weekend cottages or summer homes on the water.
The article discusses trolling as a patient sport, noting newer spinning outfits add feel and reduce line breakage with a pre set quadrant brake. It explains free spooling, precise brake actions, and rapid line retrieval aiding anglers and aiding quick shifts to new spots.
Tradition yields to progress as plastic boats gain favor in U.S. waters since 1950. Fiberglass and polyester resin craft offer lighter weight, rugged durability, and flexible designs, resisting dents and damage in shallow water, boosting acceptance after early skepticism.
Swimsense: about 6 100 deaths yearly. The National Safety Council urges learning to swim and then becoming a safe swimmer. Follow rules: never swim alone observe limits don’t swim when tired hot or chilled ease into cold water don’t dive unknown waters keep leg cramps bent and massaged stay supervised after dark unless emergency.
News notes highlight afloat homes designed for full lake life with swimming fishing and sunbathing. Buyers tout peace and lack of crowds as key appeal. A fully equipped houseboat costs about six thousand dollars less than a summer cottage. An added option costs $680 for a 40 horsepower motor with battery and generator to provide starting power and lighting.
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