Housing Drive Big Weapon In Low Mood War
DETROIT Mich War against unemployment want and misery is waged successfully by American business and private citizens through the Better Housing Program Federal Housing Administrator James A Moffett said during a city visit He called the program a mighty force in bringing back good times but stressed it requires private initiative and cooperative effort among citizens and industries to advance the plan He praised private citizen efforts comparing them to wartime unity and noted three chief factors the private citizen the working partner in the program the city and industries involved
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James A. Moffett
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Industry backs national housing plan urges broad business support
The speaker stresses labor and cooperation determine success and that private industry must lead in backing the program. He notes firms should advertise the plan, fund local Better Housing campaigns, and participate in exhibitions, since all businesses stand to gain.
Concrete Has Many Uses On Farm
Concrete fence posts grape ar bor posts mail-box standards and gate posts are permanent improvements boosting farm property value. Posts are made similarly with varying mold sizes and shapes. forms soaked with oil prevent warping. internal rods reinforce corners. large end and entrance posts are built in place for strength and appearance. below grade portions require deep holes and embedded bolts for wires and gates.
Repaint Tin At First Sign Of Rot
Repainting a tin roof at first signs of peeling prevents rapid rusting and leaks. Clean the surface with steel wool or wire brush, wipe with benzine, then apply thin coats with drying intervals. For worn roofs use three coats. new roofs should weather two to three months before painting to remove surface acids.
Inspect Home During Spring For Repairs
Federal Housing Administration urges a thorough spring home inspection to catch winter moisture damage. Check mortar joints, eaves, shingles, siding, and flashings for rust, decay, or loosened components. Ensure chimney masonry is solid, repair cracks, replace damaged siding, clean around windows, and finish exteriors with paint to guard against rain and heat. Loans through banks support such repairs.
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Seine
Federal Housing Administration
Modernize Homes Sell At Profit
A series of examples shows homeowners turning liabilities into assets through modernization. A Michigan buyer transformed a dilapidated shack into a comfortable small home at a cost of 401.49 and earned 2894 on resale. New Jersey renovations lifted a Colonial house valued at 3200 above a 6600 cost, yielding 6500 profit. Michigan a Victorian house modernized for 320.91 with a 2000 gain. New York state remodeled a rambling house into a three family apartment for 7000, selling for 16800 for an 18 percent return. Federal loans up to 2000 may spur more upgrades.
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Michigan
New Jersey
New York State
Federal Housing Administration
Farm Buildings Need Improvement
Washington, D C. report notes 17,981 farms surveyed by Purdue University extension show major needs in sewerage, paint, and screening. Percentages: 95% lacking safe sewage disposal, 35% need new paint, 41% require better screening, 21% miscellaneous repairs, 28% foundation repairs, 10% more closet space, 14% kitchen sinks.
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Washington, BD. C
Department of Agricultural Extension
Purdue University
Federal Housing Administration
Purdue
Guide to Charm Necklines with New Fashions
A vintage beauty guide promotes neck care with creams tonics and steps to cleanse tone and firm the neck and throat. It describes specific routines from cleansing with bland soap to patting and toning upward from chest to ears, using astringent and creams, and finishing with a homemade ice facial polish for a refreshed glow.
Glamorous Eyes Beauty Leaflet Offered by Author
An author promotes a new leaflet Glamorous Eyes with tips on eye makeup and beauty aids. Readers are invited to send a self addressed stamped envelope to receive a copy of the guide.
Transforming Basement for livable space in FHA program
The article advises converting damp basements into attractive rooms under the Federal Housing Administration program. Steps include waterproofing walls and floors, plaster or cement mortar finishes, painting and wall boards, enclosing furnaces, building a furnace room, and partitioning space for recreation, nursery, or storage. Finished basements boost comfort and home value.
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Federal Housing Administration
Wellington Orchestra Competes At East Ohio Contest
Wellington high school orchestra directed by Elmer Holstrom competes in the northeastern Ohio orchestra contest at Berea with ensembles from Lodi Chardon and MacDonald. Bridge players top Ramser Grand Slam tallies as Webber BoVier and Dr J E Downey lead overall. Death notice of Bert Herrick shocks Well ington readers. Easter family gatherings and club meetings fill local social pages.
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Orchestea
Wellington
Elmer Holstrom
Berens
Lodi
Chardon
MacDonald
George Herrick
Bert Herrick
Iola
Kansas
Hie
Rusl Herrick
Canton
Osteopathic Society at Wellington hosts first meeting dinner
The Lorain county Society of Osteopathic physicians will hold its first Wellington meeting on a Wednesday evening with Dr W L Landgrebe as host at the England Hotel for a dinner and an interesting program. Various local residents and guests from Akron Oberlin Coshocton San Francisco St Louis and Berea visited relatives and friends over Easter.
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Lorain County Speciety of Osteopathic Physicians
Wellington
Wl. OH. Landgrebe
England Hotel
Francis Tophkins
Josie Temper
Elmer
Akron
Nook-End
Norman Fletcher
Carrie Ferris
Lakewood
A. R. Kimpton
Oberlin
L. A
Visits and Local Social Notes from West Ridge April
Miss Helen Todd and Grace Todd of Bowling Green called on Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Pope. Mrs. Mary Date of Amherst visited Lucretia Decker and Mrs. H. H. Drusendahl. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Dee of Vermilion visited the Drusendahls. The Wagner family visited their daughter Thelma at the Clinic Elvira. An appendectomy was performed at the clinic replacing the previous plan for Eltria Memorial hospital. Frank Grills of Toledo was a
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Helen Todd
Bowling Green College
Grace Todd
Bowling Green
B. C. Pope
Mary Date
Amherst
Lucretia Decker
H. H. Drusendahl
Lewis Dee
Vermilion
William Wagner
Jean
Thelma
Elvrra
Birthday celebration for 75 year old Penfound
Easter Sunday at the Oberlin road home of J. H. Penfound marked his 75th birthday. Surrounded by 34 relatives including children and grandchildren, guests enjoyed two decorated cakes, a chicken dinner, and gifts. Music by Harlan Penfound, Arthur Squires, and Mrs. Phebe Hines complemented the party. Additional guests included Mrs. Emil Wangerine, Mrs. Laura Wade, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith of Chestnut.
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Theimer
Here
Frere
Ida Stroup
Vatax
Charles Stife
Chevelanad
Scott Morrison
Rhyria
Clyde
Asheland
Church Land
Marion Miciffer
Mer
Arthur Raimond
Janice
Penfield
If. T. Gardner
George Shindler
North
Faarfield
Q. A. Reublin
Elva Brook
Rocky River
Joyce Meredith
Richard Losan
June Carpenter
Marilyn Peterson
Charles Borz
Stuart Wells
Ohio State University
G. KE. Wells
Flord Guillet
Cleveland
George Bassett
Flora Horr
C. W. Horr
Perry Knapp
Adelbert
D. G. Martin
Lorain
Bert Knapp
Paul Knapp
Daugherer
Betty Lou
Elyria
F. Kribel
J. H. Penfound
Oberlin Road
Mr. Penfound
Teo
Harlan Penfound
Arthur Squires
Phebe Hines
Wedding Bells Tie Ridg e and Anna Cox of Mylira
Nut Ridge and Anna Cox of Mylira united in marriage on a Saturday at the First Methodist church in Miveia with Rev Bond officiating. Attendants included Mrs Net the Kindy and Gary Brooks. Guests from Elyria and nearby towns joined the celebration with Easter visits, dinners, and social calls noted among the extended family and friends. The report closes with a note that the Bijou theater in Boston first lit by electricity in 1882 was powered by an Edison plant.
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Halper
Ehyriy
Morencees Hartooft
Oberlin Road
J. BK. Bond
Wirst Methodist Church
Miveia
Net
Gary Brooks
Flynn
Marsa
Jordan
Tushand
Ashland
Boston
Mass
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