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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1949
Page
6
Building paper serves as wind protection when used as sheathing or exterior siding. One or two thicknesses create tight walls, and matched sheathing prevents air penetration through joints. Edges overlapped with paper over the sheathing enhance the barrier further.
Legal Notice No 1070 invites sealed bids for City of Middletown Ohio water works improvements including supply mains and a 250 thousand gallon elevated tank. Contracts 1A 1B and 1D cover 24 to 6 inch mains, appurtenances, valves and hydrants. Bids due by 12:00 PM EST October 31 1949 with deposit and surety requirements.
Winter climate bills prompt homeowners to cut costs by boosting heating efficiency. The Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau notes yearly boiler or furnace cleaning, tighter heat loss control, and better combustion. Upgrades may include new boilers, pumps, air valves, and improved fuel lines to cut expenses and improve circulation.
The narrator recalls a dream of a small white sided home with a picket fence and large windows. Layout includes an unusual recessed entrance, living room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen with a sash window, two downstairs bedrooms, and space for two more rooms later. Plans and blueprints are offered via Royal News Syndicate in Detroit accompanied by a portfolio option.
Victorian homes featured 10 to 12 foot ceilings thought to aid cooling. Proper ventilation is essential, as warm air storage increases temperatures. Experts now say spaces above window heads over 12 inches add little cooling unless well ventilated, driving a trend toward lower ceilings and better ventilation.
Builders urge regular home inspections to prevent inconveniences from leaks and faults. Homeowners or a skilled workman should inspect for hidden defects before major damage occurs. Regular checks save disruption and costly repairs by addressing issues early.
Fall home improvements suit financing under FHA Modernization Credit Plan. Eligible items include heating system updates heat-control devices water heater installation interior and exterior painting reroofing and roof repairs lending options are noted.
In a gardening note the fall season is recommended for plant transplants to improve survival. The item cites benefits of cooler temperatures and steady moisture for roots. A separate public notice urges readers to register by October 16.
Among higher elevations heating costs are lower, the study notes. The finding contrasts with common assumptions about altitude and energy use, suggesting regional climate factors influence efficiency and bills.
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