Many Homes Being Finished in Sikeston
Construction surges as several new residences near completion in Sikeston. Homes on Gladys Street and surrounding avenues feature four to six rooms, basements, baths, asbestos or weatherboard siding, with occupancy expected within days. Builders include Sikeston Lumber Co and Eubanks. Miss Lucille Finley and other residents have moved in.
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Sikeston
The
Herald
Gladys Street
Ivan Randolph
Sayers Tanner
Charles Dement
College and
Moore Avenues
Fred Jones Jr
Herman Poe
East Gladys
Herman Kindred
Poe
Kindred
East Gladys Street
Eubanks
Hobarks
Steve Humphreys
North Kingshighway
Bill Hamby
Delmar
Rock Walls Nearing Completion for Blytheville Cafe
The rustic cobblestone walls of a new cafe on Highway 61 at Tanner Street for Co. Tindal of Blytheville Ark near completion this week with most rock work by D R Hall of Ash Flat. Rock from Hardy Ark. The interior walls will mirror the Rustic Inn Blytheville and a composition roof replaces the planned steel and tile. Completion of rock work is expected next week and roof change speeds final work.
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Highway 61
Tanner Street
Co. Tindal
Blytheville
Ark
D. R. Hall
Ash Flat
Hardy, Ark
Tindal
New Home Started for I G Lewis on North Kingshighway
Work began this week on a two story frame residence for the I G Lewis family on North Kingshighway. The eight room dwelling will have four rooms on each floor with a full basement. Footings and foundation are in place and Eubanks Lumber Company supplies materials and labor.
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North Kingshighway
I. G Lewis
Eubanks Lumber Company
House Started for Chittenden Family
A four room frame dwelling with asbestos siding and basement has been started for the Rudolph Chittenden family. The basement has been dug and the forms are being poured. The residence is being erected on Vernon avenue and will be of modern design.
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Rudolph Chittenden
Vernon Avenue
Polhamus Duplex Apartment Occupied on Park and Wakefield
A new Park and Wakefield duplex for Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Polhamus was completed and occupied last Saturday. The building contains four rooms and bath per side with separate furnaces. one side is occupied by the Polhamus family and Mr. and Mrs. P. K. Kinder occupy the other. The property includes a garage with a three-room modern apartment above, currently occupied by Mr. and Mrs. M. Walker.
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Park and Wakefield Avenue
J. E. Polhamus
P. K. Kinder
Lester Connor Builds New Four Room Home on Matthews Avenue
Lester Connor has started constructing a four room dwelling on Matthews avenue after his former rent house burned down several days ago. The planned house will feature a full front porch and weather board drop siding across the exterior.
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Lester Connor
Matthews Avenue
New Cement Process Aids Building Homes and Basements
A new case hardening concrete process developed with the U S Bureau of Reclamation aims to keep basements dry and improve home appearance. Using absorptive form lining, surface air and water are removed to harden the concrete, eliminating pits and boosting resistance to abrasion weathering and chemical attack.
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U. S. Bureau of Reclamation
Partitions Put to Use Idle Basement Area
By partitioning off the basements of old and new houses, idle spaces in many cellars can be put to useful purposes. After careful planning, improvements are possible such as enclosing the coal bin to protect from soot and rust and closing off the furnace. Space can be allocated for a laundry, workroom, or children's play space, plus storage for garden tools, sports equipment, and a closet for preserves fruits and vegetables.
Prevention of Screen Sticking
A light coat of paint prevents screen frames and storm windows from sticking. Frames stored in the basement or not allowed to harden after painting dry poorly, and paint can be thinned with turpentine before use on screens.
Farm News From The Herald
The Herald reports on county agricultural updates including crop conditions, livestock prices, weather impacts, and market trends. Farm agents advise on planting schedules, fertilizer use, and soil testing while noting local cooperatives and extension services offering guidance.
Extra Room Ideas for Attic Finished Spaces
Unused attics can become valuable summer guest rooms with finished walls and ceilings. Use wallboard lumber or plaster to create comfortable living space and improved insulation.
Oak Floor Spot Removal Without Scraping
To remove water stain like spots on an oak floor do not scrape the entire floor. Wipe with turpentine clean wax to bare wood rewax bare spots. If stains are in the wood remove wax the same way. Treat spots with oxalic acid solution overnight then wash away all acid and rewax.
Good Design Is Stressed For Low Cost Home Field
Federal Housing Administration officials emphasize that good design matters for low cost housing as much as for expensive homes. They urge plan efficiency durable construction and proper materials in $2,500 homes to ensure value stability and resist deterioration, while respecting local traditions and topography as part of a special art of building affordable housing.
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Federal Housing Administration
FHA
Kitchen Lighting Recommendations for Bright Work Areas
The kitchen should be well lit to avoid glare and shadows. Install fixtures for overall illumination and add task lights at the range, refrigerator, and sink work centers for better visibility and safety.
Refrigerator Circuit and Lighting Flicker Control
If the electric refrigerator runs on a separate circuit, the motor starting action minimizes light flicker.
Putty Cracking Tactics for Repair Paint Fills Cracks
A repair note recommends using a stiff brush to press paint into cracks in old putty, applying slightly thicker paint than normal to ensure cracks are filled even when replacement is not warranted. This guidance focuses on achieving a lasting seal without replacing the putty.
Eliminate Kitchen Odors Vent Fan Eligible for FHA Credit
The installation of a kitchen ventilating fan to draw out cooking odors and grease-laden air is eligible for financing under the FHA Modernization Credit Plan. The measure aims to prevent odors from settling on fabrics and curtains and improve indoor air quality.
Door closers used to prevent drafts and heat loss
In homes the growing use of door closers reduces door slams and drafts, saving heat and odors from leakage. The measure protects against injuries and discomfort caused by sudden door movement and stray gusts.
Slipping Rugs Aid With Rubber Powder Or Oilcloth
To prevent rug slippage without tacks, buyers can find powdery or rubbery material at most stores or sew oilcloth to the rug underside with the shiny side toward the floor.
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I. G. Lewis
Chittenden
Polhamus
Powell Insurance Agency Loans and Insurance
Welsh Building
Sikeston, MO
Bern Loo
F.H. A. Convenient
E. C. Robinson Lumber Company
Sikeston, Missouri
Sikeston Lumber Co
Aline
Malone Avenue
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