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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1925
Page
3
A well designed farm garage in concrete provides weather protection fire and theft security and maintenance convenience. It should harmonize with the house avoid harsh design contrast and may use Portland cement stucco in smooth stippled or textured finishes for broad aesthetic appeal.
By C. B. Auel president National Safety Council. The root cause of most auto accidents is a risk taking mental outlook. Fatigue illness intoxication worry and nervousness worsen this. Speeding to save time often leads to far greater consequences, with trials and penalties possible.
An English inventor’s carburetor automatically adjusts fuel air mix as engine speed rises. A floating tube in the mixing chamber, held down by a spring when stationary, restricts air entry at start causing a rich fuel mixture. As rpm climbs the tube rises admitting more air and reducing fuel flow to prevent richness.
An officer of a major motor company urges motorists to curb carelessness that wastes gasoline, wears tires, and strains engines. He notes honking drivethroughs, sudden brakes, and gear disengagement causing tire wear and fuel loss, urging cautious driving to protect cars and conserve resources.
Experienced motorists who care for their cars know weekly battery testing prevents costly repairs. Use a hydrometer and run the engine in neutral until the reading rises above .1250. If below .1200, the battery is too discharged and should be serviced immediately.
The article stresses hygiene in hog yards to prevent roundworm and disease and urges farmers to use fresh ground for poultry as well. It notes that coccidiosis in chicks is linked to old contaminated yards and recommends plowing and reseeding with crops for a year, then moving chicks to new ground. It advocates movable housing and yearly ground rotation to reduce losses from filth diseases.
Soy beans should be cut for hay when the beans begin to harden and the lower leaves yellow. Early cut is too green and hard to cure. late cut loses leaves. Beans are harder to cure than clover or timothy due to green forage and coarse stems, requiring three to four days in good weather. Windrows can be picked up with a loader. rain may require turning with a side delivery rake, especially for heavy beans.
Kansas State Agricultural College specialists warn that wheat bins may harbor meal worms and weevils this time of year. Inspect before cold weather as worms gather at bin edges and top. they move toward center when temperatures drop. Treat infested wheat before temperatures fall below seventy degrees.
Rye makes a splendid fall winter and early spring pasture for hogs of all kinds. Fall pigs with rye pasture in winter use other seeds better. Brood sows with rye pasture in winter farrow stronger thriftier pigs. Rye should be planted for pasture as early as moisture conditions permit.
William P Capes secretary of the New York state conference of mayors argues health is essential to a good city. The group of 60 cities and 30 villages has long promoted health regulations and scoring of health work to spur improvement.
A U S Department of Commerce report shows over 26 million people lived in zoned municipalities by mid 1925, with zoning adoption rising 180 percent in four years. The count of municipalities with zoning ordinances reached 866, including 27 of the 88 largest cities. Denver Hartford and New Bedford adopted zoning ordinances in six months, while 46 cities enacted zoning laws in January to July 1925. Five states Maine New Hampshire Utah Idaho and Arizona enacted enabling acts in early 1925.
The article urges planting as a core home enhancement, noting grounds small or large benefit from thoughtful harmony with neighboring properties. It stresses uniform parkway trees, consistent ordinances, and timely blooms shaping back and front yards into inviting outdoor living spaces.
Since 1885 public playgrounds and recreation centers have spread to more than 700 American cities. The first in Boston was a "sand garden" inspired by Germany and now copied worldwide.
The Dallas News argues that paving streets transforms a town into a city and a county into a well advanced region. It asserts paved roads are essential for progress and growth.
A simple plan to beautify a small town starts with planting a large flower garden. Citizens are encouraged to adopt the project to transform streets and parks into vibrant public spaces.
William A Radford outlines design principles for small houses focusing on line perfection and minimal ornament. The feature description details a simple frame bungalow with a 27 by 18 foot living room, central dining area under a pergola, two front bedrooms, a rear third bedroom, a compact kitchen, and storage including a pantry and linen closet.
The article describes using pergolas and lattice fences to visually connect a house with its grounds, making outdoor spaces feel like part of the home. It notes these improvements can be added during construction or after without disturbing the building, creating true outdoor living rooms with shrubs and flowers.
The breakfast nook becomes standard in bungalows and apartments, replacing dining rooms in many up to date designs. It seats five and is placed near the kitchen to save steps and time for busy households. The feature suggests practical efficiency and improved morning routines.
The passage suggests placing a wall plug above table level and possibly duplicating it so a toaster or electric grill can operate while the coffee percolator brews. It envisions decorative schemes for a breakfast nook.
The passage highlights water systems to modernize old and new buildings, recommends high quality drawing instruments for builders, stresses wall ties plugs base and corner heads, and praises floor surfacing machines for labor savings and superior results. It also notes structural slate for floors and sanitary enclosures, plus slip proof stair tiles for hard service areas.
Maple flooring is close grained and not suited to staining. Its natural color shines when waxed or varnished with a rich golden hue. Many builders use it in kitchens where frequent scrubbing lightens it toward white.
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