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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1972
Page
4
The piece warns homeowners about crafty contractors and urges careful comparison of bids. It contrasts low quotes with real value, notes that some victims chase unreal bargains, and advises verifying what is offered before trusting strangers over long established local firms. It mentions a home repair handbook offer and a local university project update.
The term scratch coal refers to the first coat in stucco work, intentionally scratched with a wire mesh or tool to create an irregular indented surface. This rough base provides grip for the second coat and strengthens the overall application.
Vivian Brown notes winter and spring offer chances to upgrade aging houses. Limited budgets push practical repairs over full remodels. painting, porch, roof fixes, and yard clearing refresh the block. Distinctive colors and preserved architectural details lift curb appeal and property values.
Mrs Pearl Adams and Mrs Blanche Carter will host Oak Camp No 6501 Royal Neighbors of America in the Conesville Fire Station community room on Friday June 8. Oakland Township and Orono Town Fair Bureau Homemakers plan a branch meeting Tuesday June 20 at 8 30 a m at Mrs Doris Peterson home. The Grate United Church of Christ consistory met Thursday with Farrel Gabriel presiding. Members include elder John Coffin and deacons Irwin Everett Kennelly Smith Harold Carter Eben Williams Cecil Schlieh ing. Rev Robert Foster of the Conesville Nichols and Cedar Valley Unit led the Iowa Methodist Conference at the Veteran's Auditorium Des Moines.
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