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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1957
Page
20
Fortune magazine notes a long term shift in housing, with more units built for upper income groups and fewer for low income households. It cites rising prices, weaker low income starts, and a reliance on FHA VA financing, urging a basic national study of industry facts to guide policy.
The article shows how to convert wasted space behind walls in upstairs bedrooms with sloping roofs into storage drawers. It explains checking for space, fabricating drawers 3/4 inch deep, and using cedar lining to protect blankets and woolens. Cedar boards can be fastened inside drawers for a snug fit.
In an age of plastics and miracle metals, wood remains the premier material for home building due to durability, warmth, insulation, and economy. Proper maintenance lets wood outlast structures. its finish takes paint well, and ponderosa pine keeps costs down through easy cutting, lightness, and reduced handling.
A Zigzag of car care tips from an automotive column warns against half truths on speed parking gas mileage and maintenance. It covers aluminum radiators gauge testing brake checks headlight issues rear view mirrors air filters and common roadside tools while recounting a reader’s tire jack mishap and the need for regular equipment checks.
A Detroit report previews General Motors plans for 1958 models, suggesting GM will pursue radical styling rather than mimic Chrysler or Ford fin trends. Corvette cues, European sizing, and a focus on combined radical lines indicate GM aims to shock with new design rather than follow rivals. The piece notes foreign imports rising and highlights Cadillac Eldorado styling and Mercedes-Benz roadster previews as part of a broader shift in taste and marketing.
Automotive column discusses Oldsmobile J-2 carburetors as a power option without fuel injection, claiming economy in normal use with three carburetors aiding power on demand. It notes 100-octane fuel needs and praises the engine as a major advance, while also touching Plymouth gains and market figures.
Real estate transfers listed by LAND TITLE GUARANTEE AND TRUST CO and others include transfers to Harry E Hartmann. John C Wilhelm. Henry Obrs hak. Henry Ohra lik. Harold Smith. Rose M Keller. Julius Chastar. Leonard L Mishkind. Adrian F Bewleski. H E Dossey. William Hamilton. Anne F Smith. Properties on Neff Rd Grafton TR Reed Rd Avon Lake Lorain Elyria Sheffield and Carlisle Townships. Executor and Sheriff deeds noted for several parcels including Carlisle Tr and Central Diva area.
Terminal Market listings show apples romes at 3.25 and 3.50 per basket, chives and greens priced in 2.25 to 2.50 ranges, horseradish and turnips in modest per-basket quotes, plus tomato basket prices around 4.00. Included are assorted odd lines on consolidation quotes and local dealer names.
Elyria Ohio March 30 1967 advertisement lists a sale by Schrivete Fruit Farm featuring winter apples crab apples and sader brickage near Felden Stat 365 M F Fey Insurance and Surety Bond Elyria Trust Ridgehone Preferred Security Investment Certificates payable on demand Residents Money Loan Co offers money loans on watches diamonds radios guns at 350 Cleveland Street and 362 Broadway Cherry phone.
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