Home ownership boom aided by FHA loans and local banks
The article discusses federal mortgage supports through FHA, liberalized loans for existing homes and renovations, and cooperative efforts by Pella banks to expand home construction. It notes low costs, rising mortgage insurance limits, extended loan terms, and Iowa figures showing substantial insured improvements, with many new homes rising in Pella and lots subdivided for modern residences.
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Pella
Iowa
FHA
Sam
Lynnville votes to renew Iowa Southern utilities franchise
Lynnville held a special election on Monday June 80 to renew a franchise for Iowa Southern Utilities to supply electric light and power for 26 years. Ninety nine voters approved the proposed ordinance while 18 opposed it.
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Lynnville
Iowa Southern Utilities Company
Economical National Homes Foundation House Plan
A compact rectangular design with minimal partitions offers a low cost dwelling that still provides comfortable living. Centered on a small hall, bedrooms are separated from living areas by bath and closets to reduce disturbance. The kitchen supports space for work and appliances, with a chimney positioned for basement heating.
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National Homes Foundation
Pella Sees Steady Growth as Homes Change Hands
Rising values lift interest in Pella real estate as several homes have changed hands since January and more deals are in prospect. The city has enjoyed steady growth for years with ample room for families and children to play.
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Pella
Benefits of FHA Extended Three Years
The Federal Housing Administration has been given the go ahead signal through President Roosevelt's approval last Saturday of legislation extending certain phases of the agency's operations which were scheduled to expire on July 1. State Director T. J. Nolan said the approval continues FHA's power to insure mortgages.
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Federal Housing Administration
Roosevelt
T. J. Nolan
FHA
Harold Core Named Marion County Health Champion
Harold Core, 15, named Marion County health champion after leading the annual health clinic at the High School Building on June 18. He will represent the county at the Iowa State Fair in August. Blaine Vlaar of Otley named alternate. Doctors C. B. Cornell F. M. Roberts I. E. White J. R. Wright George Lankelma C. I. Fox M. E. Schroeder D. S. Burbank assisted. top scorers listed with scores.
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Dale Core
Marion County
Harold
al Nate
Carroll Phillips
Blaine Vlaar
Otley
Marion County Medical Society
Cornell
F. M. Roberts
I.E. White
J. R. Wright
George Lankelma
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Iowa Southern
Leven
Iowa Homes and Buildings Foundation
Grand Avenue
Des Moines
Towa
Kohler
Warren van Sittert
Vogelaar’s
Johnston All Steel
McCormick Deering
Pella National Bank
United States
Federal Reserve Bank
States
Galasias
State of
Marion
Ss. I
H. P. Scholte
Samuel Versteeg
Notary Public
Corrach
SO Goodwin Co. F. Tra. AB. van Somselaar Directors
F.H. A. Loans
Congress
Congress of the
Federal Deposit Ins
Harold Core
Warren Alfred Cline
Victor Hugh Whitlatch
Richard Phillips
Boyd Rankin
Eddie Roberts
Robert Rankin
Sunnyside
Hoeksema
John J. van Dyke
Kuyper
Builders Material Co
Veenstra& Croll
General Contractors
Ole
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