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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1937
Page
2
The guide explains steps to locate a roof leak during rain, focusing on typical entry points such as valleys, chimney joints, and dormers. It notes flashing faults in joints and suggests inspecting where roof surfaces meet to identify the leak source and prevent further damage.
Guidance on identifying cracked or curled shingles from outside with binoculars or ladder access. Recommends sliding tar paper under split shingles and securing with roofing cement, flattening curled shingles, nailing loose ends with galvanized or copper nails, and coating leaking roofs with heavy asphalt and asbestos compound after replacing broken shingles.
New York report notes cross connections between cistern or well water and city mains can contaminate the public supply. In Watertown Wisconsin three hundred risky cross-connections were found and removed after the state health board detected bacteria in city samples. Leaking valves and city pump pressures allowed cistern water to backfill into the mains, prompting inspections under the city plumbing inspector.
Hazards from cisterns and city water supply removals are common in many cities and often violate plumbing codes. The dangers arise especially when plumbing is installed by handymen or mixed trade workers.
The article argues that air conditioning should be understood beyond summer cooling, emphasizing winter humidification to keep indoor air clean and moist. It explains the mechanism of humidifying heated air, notes America's high heating temperatures, and suggests moisture strategies for homes, including humidity cabinets and Venetian blinds.
Radiators have evolved to a modern style with artist designed, efficient units. The best radiators feature thin walls and slender columns with emphasis on vertical lines, offering beauty alongside heating performance.
When peeling or deterioration appears, repaint tin roofs. Prepare by cleaning loose paint with steel wool or brush, wipe with benzine. Apply red lead in thin coats, dry at least a week between coats, three or more coats advised. Allow new metal roofs two to three months weathering before painting to prevent acid-induced loosening.
Whitewash on brick stone or concrete walls grows in favor. A U S lighthouse mix uses quicklime salt rice glue and whiting with lime as substitute. A seventy one year old rode an eight year old bicycle to Ta ble Mountain’s high point in South Africa. Venetian blinds are repainted to match interiors.
Practical advice from a home expert on stopping cold drafts around windows and walls, insulating boilers and pipes, preventing cellar condensation, choosing bright paint for north rooms, furnace temperature guidance, wallpaper cleaning recipe, and floor crack filling with wood strips or sawdust paste.
A fragmented note mentions winter flour quality and government support for Brazil to promote new industries. The text hints at encouraging establishment and a period of opportunity during colder months.
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