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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1937
Page
5
A historical look at how the parlor gave way to the living room as the center of family life. The piece notes the parlor's formality, the rise of a spacious, well lit living area, the inclusion of fireplaces, increased electrical outlets, and evolving lighting and window design shaping modern homes.
The two pictures compare the modern living room with the historic parlor. Modern rooms feature wide windows, an inviting fireplace, and comfortable furniture, while the old parlor emphasized dignity over liveability. Natural light comes from grouped windows and hardwood floors set off rugs and draperies to create a homey, restful atmosphere.
The article suggests laying a cement walk to the rear entrance using a series of cement slabs as stepping stones. It recommends arranging the stones in a graceful curve for artistry and notes that a cement contractor can supply or obtain easily cast artificial stones.
Plumbing contractors report a shift toward sinks with legs as a design and practical feature. Even 36 inch apartment sinks now come with legs, valued for supporting heavier fixtures and adding attractiveness. Housewives favor legged sinks for enhanced appearance, noting earlier shallow models offered no aesthetic value.
More than thirty guests from Wellington and out of town enjoyed a garden party at Hughes Gardens with movie star name tags, dinner, games, and a treasure hunt. The wedding of Miss Betty Jean Page to John Porter preceded a reception, with attendees from Akron and Cleveland.
A wedding solemnized at 3 30 Saturday afternoon August 14 at Wellington Methodist Episcopal church united Miss Catherine Irene Porter of Akron and Beryl Moreland Cotton of Akron in a single ring ceremony performed by Reverend Lonzo Green. The bride wore a white tissue taffeta gown with accordion pleats at the neck and four rows of ruffles at the hem.
The fixture features an eight inch apron and graceful legs adding vertical touch. Legs allow two height ranges 30 to 36 inches and 36 to 42 inches. They screw into socket corners or under center compartments. When positioned at ends, room accommodates sewing arm containers, garbage, and utensils. Legs can be bought separately in color or white.
Greenwich residents hosted guests including Rev and Mrs Lonto Green and Mrs Oulda Halstead of Philadelphia. The article lists multiple Sunday visits, trips and attendance at St James church in Cleveland, with a Phyllis Wheatley Cafeteria dinner for Mrs Halstead. Other notes mention residents visiting relatives, summer trips through New England, and Kent Normal graduates returning home. A brief political line notes low turnout with nine votes cast in a local primary.
In the village William J. Powell received two Republican votes for mayor and immediately notified Frank Stetson, chair of the Lorain County Board of Elections, that he would not accept the nomination if his name were placed in contention. John T. Dyaff seeks reelection as village clerk. J Howard Page Fill runs for reelection to the board of education. Two seats for a two year term and three for a four year term are to be filled.
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