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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1935
Page
6
An article by Evalyn Grumble argues modernizing the home supports child mental and physical growth. It stresses clean, well-ventilated spaces with proper lighting and ample play areas, aiding curiosity, imagination, and color appreciation while reducing eye strain and enabling mothers to devote time to family.
The Federal Housing Administration program aims to guide every American family. It seeks to build better living quarters and enlarge housing options to improve health and welfare nationwide.
Mrs. R F Longworth of Chicago argues the National Housing Act should be promoted as a civic movement. She urges sleep porches and better living conditions for all, noting affluence can create gilded slums with inadequate play space. The ideal home should provide room for belongings, quiet study, regular activities, and daily loving care for every child.
Sioux Falls South Dakota Augustana College plans to endow about 400000 by investing the entire fund in insured mortgages once available. The college expects 3 to 4 percent income now, potentially near 5 percent with insured mortgages. The loan board would not originate loans but buy mortgages from approved lenders. Sir Halkey Stewart presided at the Harpenden England branch meeting of the League of Nations.
Real estate men in Elyria report rising values and scarcer rental homes. Inquiries for purchase and lease are increasing, with late Summer and Fall expected to bring more activity. An elderly realtor notes he has more rental inquiries than he can handle as tenants seek well kept modern homes.
The article argues that local real estate demand is strong and commodity prices rise, making improved property a favorable investment now. It notes inflation fears and suggests real estate can preserve value and provide gains as markets shift.
A U S Department of Agriculture booklet No 1452 explains how rural homeowners can paint farm buildings to improve curb appeal. It covers methods, surface prep, and the FHA modernization credit plan allowing funds for labor or self work with materials only loans.
When buying an existing dwelling focus on structural, legal, and financial health. Hire a contractor or architect to inspect from foundation to roof to reveal hidden defects and painting needs. Have a lawyer review the deed for liens or taxes and assess neighborhood viability before purchase.
The postwar period sparked stronger interest in home life and ownership as the Better Housing program influenced attitudes. A Census Bureau urban housing survey showed 8 percent of families living with relatives in cramped or unsuitable conditions, prompting renewed home improvements under rising employment and the National Housing Act credit plan.
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