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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1920
Page
6
Washington Star urges nationwide organization for home gardening to boost food supply. war experience showed gardens greatly relieve shortages as families grew vegetables at home. calls for expanded cultivated acreage and widespread participation to prevent waste land and strengthen production.
Organizers of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World publish a sales contract for promoting civic virtue. The pledge recalls ancient Athens oath emphasizing honesty courage respect for laws and civic duty to transmit a greater, better city to future generations.
A Farm Life note urges planting native shrubs vines and perennials around farmhouse foundations to improve curb appeal. It recommends hardy foundation shrubs with taller varieties behind and fronting with iris crocus narcissus peony sweet William phlox and a manicured lawn. It suggests transplanting shrubs in November with ample soil and firm rooting.
The Chicago Journal argues that owning a home, even for low‑income people, requires sacrifice and builds character. Home ownership strengthens the builder's patriotism and attachment to American institutions, offering security for families and a path to Americanization of ideals. It notes other saving methods exist but holds none yield as solid returns and confidence for the future.
The piece argues that home beauty depends on good design rather than cost. A small, inexpensive house can be as striking as a mansion if planned with brains and taste. It recalls the painter asked what colors mix with wisdom, answered with brains.
A homeowner, regardless of occupation, is viewed as a more responsible community member and better positioned for comfort and prosperous employment. Owning a home is described as a long step toward substantial, secure, and timely dividends.
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