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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1981

Page

5

Postwar homeownership surge spurs aging houses retrofits

The postwar baby boom drives a shift toward existing housing as 25 to 34 year olds become prime buyers. High mortgage rates and rising new-home costs push remodeling with low maintenance vinyl siding, insulation upgrades, and energy efficient updates to modernize aging homes. Vinyl siding offers durable color through and low upkeep, with a wide color range and varied styles to fit architectural tastes.

Vinyl Siding Institute Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc

I’d chase a burglar in wedges for a fur coat

The narrator muses she has little of value worth pursuing in two inch wedge heels. She jokes nothing but baby photos and memories would compel her to chase, noting she’d rather stop a thief from getting to the door than defend material possessions. She uses humor to reflect on attachment to keepsakes and family memories.

Study Club awards 1981 scholarship at Aug meeting

The Pioneer Study Club met at Mrs. J E Snead’s home on August 17 with Snead presiding. The scholarship committee reported and Mrs. Judy Jean Bell was voted the club’s 1981 82 scholarship recipient. The first regular program is set for September 9 at Mrs. L L Harmon’s home.

Pioneer Study Club J.E. Snead Snead Judy Jean Bell

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