Modernization Expence Slight and Profitable Home Upgrade
A few hundred dollars spent on home modernization can raise property values significantly. An Illinois homeowner boosted value by about one third with modest updates such as stained shingles siding, vestibule conversion, a sun parlor, new window frames, and a full basement. The article notes the work improved curb appeal, comfort, and year round utility, with durable materials and simpler maintenance.
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Lim
Memorial Hospital calls for family updates
Mrs El J Bus ud daughter Beanice and Mrs Corwin Barret called on daughter Mrs Carl Sprague. Mrs Sprague and infant daughter are doing nicely after Friday visit at Memorial hospital.
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Carl Sprague
Elyria Memorial Hospital
EL J. Bus -Ud
Beanice
Corwin Barret
Memorial Hospital
Modern Home Improvements For Cost Saving And Safety
Suggestions on modernization cover plaster ceilings for fire resistance and insulation, insulating hot water pipes to cut heat loss, lining chimneys to prevent fires, choosing hardwood grades by room use to save costs, and installing asbestos shingles for long roof life. A hidden floor mantel outlet for clocks is proposed for cleaner aesthetics.
Stepping Stones Increase Beauty in Home Lawns
A curved series of irregular stepping stones enhances the rear lawn replacing a straight walk. They can be homemade or bought from suppliers and are laid slightly above the sod to emphasize informality. Suitable for private grounds, they should curve gently and avoid exaggerated shapes.
Automatic coal stoker ends daily furnace work
A new automatic stoking device enters the market to reduce winter furnace chores. An electrically controlled hopper holds coal fed once daily. A thermostat signals when upper floor temperatures drop, starting the motor to feed coal and stopping as heat rises.
West Ridge Grange Picnic Attendees Reported
West Ridge August 16 grange picnic was attended by Mr and Mrs W H Hart Mr and Mrs Harry Lauer and children Marian Milton and Harry Jr H H Drusendah and daughter Leota Mr and Mrs Sherman Mason and daughters Marguerite Jane and Harriet Mr and Mrs Merle Penfound and children Lucile and Robert Mr and Mrs J H Penfound and guys Harlan and Henry Ardith Caywood Robert Mason Mr and Mrs W C Porter and children Eunice and Bud Mr and Mrs Harold Rowley and children Violet Esther Russel and Dolly Mr and Mrs C C Strickler and children Evelyn and Everett. George Decker improved after illness. Mr and Mrs Henry Pallas reported sad news.
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Grange
West Ridge
W. H. Hart
Harry Lauer
Marian
Milton
Harry, Jr
H. H. Drusendah
Leota
Sherman Mason
Marguerite Jane
Harriet
Merle Penfound
Lucile
Robert
J. H. Penfound
Harlan
Henry
Ardith Caywood
Robert Mason
W. C. Porter
Eunice
Bud
Harold Rowley
Violet
Esther
Russel
Dolly
C. C. Strickler
Evelyn
Everett
Eight Reasons for Smoking Fireplace Burned by Common Causes
This checklist lists eight typical causes of fireplace smoke problems. Topics cover flue size, obstructions, smoke chamber construction, damper size and position, smoke shelf absence, and chimney height, guiding homeowners to diagnose faulty venting and improve performance.
Mrs Mary Long Attends Division B Meeting in Elyria
Mrs Mary Long attended Division B of the Second Congregational Church of Elyria at the home of Mrs Tom Wareh on Wednesday.
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Philip Sipple
Robert Long
Eagles
Elyria
Detroit
Lorain
Cleveland
P. Mr
Will Martion Cleveland
Pauline Long
Kent State College
Mary Long
Second Congregational Church of
Tom Wareh
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William Manna
New Oberlin
Mr. Manns
Emma
Long
Will Eldred
Highgate
Catherine
Eleanor of
I. F. Eldred
Marian Lauer
Dorothy Miller
Oberlin
Alice Bird
Henry Vogelsong
L. M. Norsworthy
St. Paul’s Church
E. Q. Pallas
Griswold Road
Charles Mahike
Frank Schramm
Carlisle Grange
Dorothy
Agnes
Evse, Stotman
Marguerite
Mason
Waeteuerite Streicher
Ridge
Janet Bete
Jay Ridge
Lakewood
W. M. Richards
R. W. Richards
Marguerite Draper
Brighton
Ruth Tupper
Mildred Pallas
Marguerite Streicher
The
Jolly Hustlers
Cascade Park
Wrepe
Parsch Lumber
Middle Ave
George Decker
Mrs
Henry Pallas
Medusa Cement
Murbach Coal & Supply CO
West Bridge St
A. Minnich & Sons
West
Elyria Hardware
Inter-City Coal & Supply Co
Malcolm Court
Ieee Pee
Flintote Co
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