Questions and Answers On Housing Safety and Repair
A reader asks about a tilted chimney and is told it is dangerous and should be rebuilt above the roof to avoid wind damage. Another asks about blown fuses and receives guidance to check for an overloaded circuit with an electrician. Additional Q and A cover safeguarding near floor beams with asbestos boards, reconditioning old flooring by scraping and refinishing, and interior toilets in cities with required light and ventilation via a skylight.
Front Porches Vanish From American Homes
The article recalls the decline of the front porch as a staple of American homes. It notes that solariums rear sleeping porches and roof decks changed housing use, and many urban designs omit front porches today to save cost and improve symmetry. FHA insured loans now finance porch removal projects.
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Federal Housing Administration
Painting and Paneling Enhance Georgian Room Drama
The article discusses painting three walls and paneling the fourth to set an effective scene, especially with Georgian design and a fireplace. The paneled wall is the fireplace one, framing the hearth with style and period detail.
Bridge of 10 000 Ages in Fchochow China
In Fchochow China a bridge dating from 1323 spans about a quarter mile and is famed as the Bridge of 10 000 Ages. The historic work reflects medieval engineering and local lore surrounding its endurance and significance.
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Fchochow
China
Extension Wiring Should Be Chosen With Great Care
Advice urges avoiding cheap exposed extension wiring due to fire risk. When rewiring call an expert electrician and use UL approved surface wiring options with proper outlets and capacity. Limit to two outlets per built in outlet and seek FHA Property Improvement Credit funds if needed.
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New Property Improvement Credit Plan
Federal Housing Administration
Ventilating Fans In Attic Add Real Comfort
Nighttime attic ventilation with a high capacity fan improves cooling by drawing room air to the outside. Open doors and windows to allow air circulation, and use Venetian blinds or awnings during the day to reduce heat ingress. Financing may be available through FHA Property Improvement Credit plans.
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Federal Housing Administration
Judges Named for Better Homes Letters Contest Elyria
The Parsch Lumber and Coal Co announces three local judges for the Better Homes for a Better Elyria letter contest Mayor Joseph Q. Petro H W Luethi and R Silsbee Architect join the panel Thirty five prize chain includes 25 first prize and 109 additional awards statewide National judges Roberta C Lawson Dwight James Baum and Frank W McDonough also named for the national Better Homes contest The local deadline is June 20 and the national deadline July 20
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Better Homes For A
Elyria
Parsch Lumber and Coal Company
Joseph Q. Petro
H. W. Luethi
Elyria Chamber of Commerce
R. §. Silsbee
Paredh Lumber & Coal Co
Lodi Street
Parsch Lumber & Coal Co
Roberta C. Lawson
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Dwight James Baum
Frank W. McDonough
Better Homes and Gardens Magazine
Remodeling Pays Big Gains in Ohio Survey
Remodeling proves profitable with an average 138 percent return based on 1000 plus projects. The Ohio Association of Retail Lumber Dealers announced that homes averaging 842 dollars in remodeling value saw 314 dollars spent and property values rise to about 4182 dollars, yielding strong net gains.
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Ohio Associaton
Robert H. Crehore
Elyria Lumber & Coal Co
Avon Ladies Aid Meeting at Mrs Paul’s Home
The Avon Ladies Aid of the M. E. Church plans a gathering on Thursday May 12 at the home of Mrs Paul. The event invites participation from local church members and emphasizes community fellowship.
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AVON
Ladies Aid of
M. E. Church
Paul
Alten Hosts Entertain A and E Club at Detroit Road
The A and E Club enjoyed a Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs John Alten on Detroit road with card games and prizes awarded to Mr and Mrs Harry Alten Catherine Schneider Phil Gerhart Mrs Anna Schneider and Walter Mc Allister. Lunch followed the games and the club will be entertained in two weeks by Catherine Schneider and Frank Bourlan at the Schneider home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A and E
John Alten
Detroit Road
Harry Alten
Catherine Schneider
Phil Gerhart
Anna Schneider
Walter McAllister
Frank Bourlan
Schneider
Morning Glory Club entertains at Fisher home
The Morning Glory Club met Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will Fisher on Center road. Prizes went to Mrs. Lawrence Hec kel, Mrs. Henry Mittendorf and Mrs. J. J. Weiler after a card evening. They plan a two week return at Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dechant. Mrs Mittendorf attended as a guest.
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Morning Glory Club
Will Fisher
Center Road
Lawrence Heckel
Henry Mittendorf
J. J. Weiler
Louis Dechant
South Amherst Seniors Honored at Junior Senior Dinner
Members of the senior class were guests at the annual Junior Senior reception. The combined classes and faculty traveled to Cleveland for a six o'clock dinner at Lotus Gardens followed by a theatre party.
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South Amherst
Cleveland
Lotus Gardens
PTA Meeting Slated in School Auditorium
The March meeting of the Parent Teachers Association will be held in the school auditorium Wednesday evening. Members and friends of the Ladies Dime Society will be entered.
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Mar
Parent- Teachers Association
the Ladies Dime Society
Congregational Parlor Hostess Plans Thursday Meeting
Mrs. Joseph Vitelic will host a gathering in the Congregational church parlors Thursday afternoon. A regular meeting of the Volunteer Firemen is set for Friday evening at the fire station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational
Joseph Vitelic
Clean Up Days Set For Wednesday Through Friday
The notice directs residents that Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of this week are cleanup days. All rubbish must be placed in containers at the curb to allow the driver to remove it quickly.
Local residents host visitors and guests on Sunday
Miss Lillian McManamaugh of Elyria visited Mr. and Mrs. Gar Harris. Mrs. Lodi Gibson stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Muth in Amherst. William Allsop returned home after three weeks with Mr. and Mrs. John Wagener in Oleana Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Clem Gratz dined with Mr. and Mrs. E. Sharpe in Cleveland. Mr. and Mrs. William Jamis and daughter from Cleveland visited his mother, Mrs. John Jamie. Mrs. Georges Garthe of Amherst was guest entertainer at the Methodist Sunday School. Sunday morning.
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Lodi Gibson
Jacob Muth
Amherst
William Allsop
John Wagener
Oleana
Ohio
Clem Gratz
E. Sharpe
Cleveland
William Jamis
John Jamie
Georges Garthe
Methodist Sunday School
Lake Avenue Grange Meeting and Mother Daughter Social
The North Elsrna Subordinate and Juvenile Grange will meet at the Grange Hall on Thursday evening March 12 at 7 o'clock. The Lake Avenue Community Church hosts a Mother Daughter social at the Lake Avenue school Friday May 13 at 7:39 PM with an entertaining program and refreshments.
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Lake Avenue
North Elsrna
Grange
Boy’s Class Hikes and Breakfast at Carrade Park
The Lake avenues Sunday School class enjoyed a morning hike and breakfast at Carrade Park. Attendees included Robert Gould, Dale Miller, Herbert Starkey, Leonard Nead, Billy and Bob Archer, Ernest Green, Bobby Jabbusch, Clyde Jackson, with Mr. and Mrs. Otto Jabbusch and Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Miller. R. H. Miller of Miller's nursery lectured on flowers and trees observed during the park tour.
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Lake Avenues
Carrade Park
Robert Gould
Dale Miller
Herbert Starkey
Leonard Nead
Billy
Bob Archer
Ernest Green
Bobby Jabbusch
Clyde Jackson
Otto Jabbusch
R. H. Miller
Miller’s Nursery
Breakfast Served by Mrs Miller and Mrs Jabousch
Children attended a breakfast hosted by Mrs Miller and Mrs Jabousch. They then went to Sunday School and church services at Lake Avenus Community Church.
Mother's Day Service Highlights at Local Church
The church held a Sunday service honoring mothers with a program chaired by Mrs. Harvey Green. A grand mother’s life was dramatized with Lydia Miller and Anna King portraying generations, plus Eimes Craskey and Jeannine. Flowers were given to all mothers as songs and recitations filled the program. Next Sunday May 15 speakers Kathryn Laser and Marie Duffie will lead missionary talks for proceeds aiding the blind.
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Lake Avenue Community
Harvey Green
Lydia Miller
Anna King
Eimes Craskey
Jeannine
Ethel Bonner
Laura
Donna Berry
Virginia Schmidkens
Green
Lake Avenue 4-H Club Holds Monday Meeting
The Lake Avenue Boy's 4-H Club met Monday at advisor E. R. Tayer's home. Eight members attended a brief business session, receiving books and materials, with dirtant projects discussed. Apples were served. next meeting set for May 23 at the advisor's home.
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Lake Avenue
T.a
E. R. Tayer
Lessen Hazards By Using Electricity On The Farm
Fire losses in rural areas total over 150 million dollars annually and many residents suffer injuries. Proper installation of electric systems in farm homes and out-buildings can reduce conflagrations, while oil lanterns matches and candles remain frequent causes of farm fires.
Such Watr religious zeal Fueled by Militant Calling in Japan
A fragment notes an old Japanese practice where followers embraced extreme devotion. A subordinate would end his life to demonstrate loyalty to a superior, illustrating the era's militaristic religious fervor for visitors.
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Old
Japan
Storage in Cellars as Attic Alternative
Advice on creating a usable storage area in basements when attics are absent. Recommends partitioning off a section of the cellar and ensuring the space is dry and protected from dampness.
Mallet Creek Man Horace Warner 1844 1938 Dies at 94
Mallet Creek Horace Warner aged 94 years and two months died at his home two miles west of Mallet Creek last Monday night. Funeral services were held at the home Thursday at 1 30 with burial at York Cemetery. He is survived by a son Charles and a daughter Laura, with whom he lived. He was born on a Carlisle farm, Lorain County in 1844 and moved to Medina County in 1866. He lived in Litchfield 30 years before moving to Mallet Creek in 1902 where he remained until death. His first presidential vote was for Lincoln and he missed voting for president once.
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Mallet Creek
Horace Warner
York Cemetery
Charles
Laura
Warner
Carlisle
Lorain County
Medina County
Grafton
Litchfield
Lincoln
York High Alumni Banquet Invites Set For May 28
York High School invites alumni to its 35th annual banquet in the school auditorium on Saturday evening May 28. Officers include Roger Brintnall president Mrs Martha Cox Brintnall secretary Wesley Mathews vice president Mrs Maxine Haring treasurer. A recent officers meeting took place at Mrs Haring’s home. The Ladies Aid Society will serve the banquet.
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York High School
Roger Brintnall
Martha Cox Brintnall
Wesley Mathews
Maxine Haring
Hillman Benefit Parties And Local Outings
Hillman social evening featured games and refreshments hosted by Mrs. John Swartz and Mrs. Oda Swartz. The Swartzes, G. A. Hinman, and others attended church in Lakewood and a Camp 103 picnic on Lake Erie. Jim Mills, from Pittsburgh, and Mrs. Robert Clay have flu illness. Erosion tests are performed on soil creating furrows and soil deposits in a trench.
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Robert Clay
Moline Develops Damning Lister to Aid Dust Bowl Farmers
A Hl-A machine called a damming lister was developed in Moline to help dust bowl farmers combat wind erosion and protect cropland with a new farming technology.
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Moline
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Ladies Aid
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Joseph Forthofer
Hotel
Miss Regan
Washington
National Council of Catholic Women
Doris
Sheffield
Wilson Jameson
Guy Clarson
Kate Dechant
Nick Min Dich
Lorain
Sue Shumaker
Fred
Gilbert Forthofer
Maynard Krebs
Lillian McManamaugh
Gar Harris
Johns-Manville
America
Porsch Lumber and Coal Co
John A
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C. W. Barrel
Middle Ave
Warner Funeral
Anna Hebb
Lydia Spooner
Ladies’ Aid Society
George May
Olmsted Falls
Bernice Faunce
Lloyd Carr
Walter Wolff
Jerry Spice
Lodi
Olmsted Fails
John Swartz
Oda Swartz
G. A
Lorain County Savings & Trust CO
Elyria, Ohio
Stemmer Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Amherst, Ohio
Lister
Glidden
EF. Whitney & Son
W. Broad St
Sibley & Sprague Telephone
Tel
Northern Savings & Loan Co
Federal Home Loan Bank System
Masonic Temple
L.payments
ABC
Chestnut St
Crehore’s
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