Dampproofing Basements With Cement Water Paints Endorsed
A National Bureau of Standards report debunks hype around waterproof coatings and reinforces Portland cement as the key ingredient. Cement water paints offer a practical mild-damp solution, with parge coats and bituminous coverings for severe moisture, per HHFA expert Joseph H. Orendorff.
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National Bureau of Standards
Joseph H. Orendorff
Housing and Home Finance Agency
Washington
Orendorff
Four Rooms in the Country Aldo Lachman House Plan No 1401
The Connecticut home blends New England style with service buildings linked by passages. Notable exterior details include a wood shed door, bay window, vine lattice canopy, and a north wind shielding 20-foot garage. Interior favors a bright living space, flexible furniture, and a kitchen breakfast area for family living.
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Aldo Lachman
Connecticut
New England
Lehmans
Beter Homes & Gardens Magazine
Titanium Properties Highlighted in Text
Titanium is described as the ninth most abundant element in the earths crust with light weight, a high melting point and strong resistance to corrosion.
Mercer County Veterinary Meeting Plans Five yearly sessions
Dr. Harry Culbertson led a Mercer County Veterinary Medical Association session in Joy Kent. The group aims to host five meetings annually.
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Harry Culbertson
Joy
Kent
Mercer County Veterinary Medical Association
Wayne Brandht
Anita
Daryl
Cecil Hayes
Seaton
Bruce Washburn
Moline
Clara Porter
Fay Murdock
Chrome tanning perfected in 1888 for faster hides
The chrome tanning method was perfected in 1888. It reduces processing time to three days, compared with ninety days for traditional heavy vegetable tanning procedures.
Travel Program Presented at PEO Meeting in Columbus Junction
Chapter C, PEO showcased Present Day Travel and Interesting Cities at Louise McCleary’s home with Edith Orr and Adelia Letts directing. Community club announcements noted year committees while local transfers and moves covered Columbus Junction residents relocating to Freodnia Columbus City and Florida plans for Morgan family.
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Columbus Junction
PEO
Louise McCleary
Edith Orr
Adelia Letts
Columbus Community Club
S-Bar-S
Scrum Lewis
H. B. Thomas
Des Moines
Carrie Miles
Curtis Well
Washington
Asa Thomas
Marshall
Ann
Ames
Thomas
Edith Marshall
Frances Hinkhouse
James B. Helmick
Frank Kaderabek
Cresco
J. B. Helmick
American Legon Auxiliary
Kathryn Hughes
Gene Leonard
Billie Heither
Marian Allen
Ralph Oak
Pine Apartments
Second Street
Fredonia
Norman Kephart
Pence
Oaks
L. C. Hill
Clifford Arthur
Columbus City
William Fulton
Don Morgan
Morgan
Florida
How to Make Inexpensive Play Table
An old door or kitchen table can be converted into a sturdy large play table. Mount the door on four smooth 2x4s, top it with plywood or hardboard, and cover with Kentile asphalt tile for a durable finish. Paint legs to match room décor for decorative unity.
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Vantage
American Builder
F. J. Bud
Angerer
Barry Ave
Cierks
Hershey Ave
Joe Palooka
Ham Fisher
Blondie
Fen
Piee
Chic Young
Errace
Sedroom
Wilks Birch
Formica
Nosschaolag
Miss Jackson
Arlene Jackson
Mercy Hospital
Davenport
Maynard Tromblee
Mercer County Hospital
Aledo
Bruce-Terminix
Tema
Inspion
Wm. Robertson
West Third Street
Spurgeon’s
Oppelt
Electrical Contractors
Holland
Rainbow
Darwins
Crocus
Maypark Lawn Seed
Kentucky
Maytone
Earl May Nursery and
Sefd Store
East Second Street
Muscatine, Iowa
Henry
Sali
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