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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1948
Page
6
A reader notes that improving a home can raise resale value while the homeowner allocates more for quality purchases. The column observes that higher income enables spending on better products and services.
Insulated houses command higher resale and rental values as banks and FHA recognize insulation lowers winter fuel bills and summer illness costs. Full thick mineral wool insulation can reduce indoor temperatures by up to 15 degrees, while attic cross ventilation prevents heat buildup under the roof and eases cooling.
Citizens complain about politicians and praise the electric crew that installs power lines. They argue meat is scarce and expensive, trade policies and rationing, and pride in farmers who see government actions keeping prices high. The piece portrays skeptical rural voters.
A zoning law acts as property insurance and safeguards buyers from factory encroachment. Home buyers should verify restrictions before building or purchasing, and owners must watch for variances that could devalue neighborhoods. Attend hearings when changes are proposed and protests influence outcomes.
A wartime era notice advises applying clear varnish or lacquer to copper and iron surfaces adjoining painted exteriors to prevent staining. Use rust preventive primer on iron before painting, and treat screens gutters downspouts flashing and other metal areas to avoid stains.
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