Mid-Victorian structure modernized into colonial style
An article shows how an old mid Victorian house was transformed by architect Elmer Gulleck. The project replaces a wooden open porch with a year round sun parlor, adds a front vestibule, increases light with more sash, and uses shutters for a homey feel. A remodeled cabin example cost 4200 dollars, built under Cedric Start with Good Housekeeping studio oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Gulleck
Chicago
Cedric Start
Reworking a House Adds Attached Garage and Shingle Siding
The article describes adding an attached garage behind the rest of the house to shelter cars and provide access to a service hall and basement. It notes remodelling uses stained shingles for siding to modernize the exterior, with composition shingles on the roof for fire resistance and landscaping to complete the update.
Modernized dwelling showcased on Elm Street
A well placed photograph highlights a modernized home now regarded as one of the street’s most attractive properties. Courtesy photographs were provided through Elmer Creck Architect of 10 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Creck
North Clath Street
Chicago
Most Homes Need More Insurance in Fire Coverage
A fire insurance agent warned that many city homes are inadequately insured. He cited debt risk if a total fire destroys a home and noted standards edge up with better building materials. The piece urges insurers and renters to adjust policies as needed and consider discounts for fire resistant design.
Yellowstone River Fishing Ban Enforced in Park Areas
Billings Mont. fishing on the Yellowstone River is prohibited along with its tributaries within Yellowstone National Park. Acting superintendent Joseph Joffe announced the ban applies to the river and most lakes except Heart Lake Lewis Lake and Exciting Lakes until further notice. The report notes many miss opportunities amid the restriction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yellowstone River
Billings
Mont
Joseph Joffe
Yellowstons National Park
Heart
Lewis and
Excitng Lakes
Foundation Walls and Concrete Blocks in Remodeling
The article urges checking foundation walls for solidity during remodeling. It notes foundations crumble over years and repairs are needed. Modern builders favor concrete blocks for walls due to ease of handling low cost and air chamber insulation.
Tiny Closets Make Extra Baths in Small Homes
A compact guide notes how even tiny closets can be converted into extra bath or toilet spaces. With a built in bath, lavatory, medicine cabinet, and towel bars, a few feet can hold essential amenities. A nurse of space like a linen press or door mirror adds utility without sacrificing room.
The Birch in Spring and Native Floral Tales
Henry Van Dyke counsels spring along the river with European birch shown amid native species not common here. The piece notes White birch beauty, uses of inner bark as flour, sap syrup, and general bark utility from fire tinder to ancient writing material, canoes, tents, and trade with North American Indians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry van Dyke
Coleridge
Gilead
Remodeling details mention larger closet and bath upgrades
The text notes the closet or store room to be remodeled may be larger than described and suggests adding a separate shower compartment a bidet towel warmers and a dental lavatory to the listed equipment.
Columbia Briefs Spurs Local Happenings and Events
In Columbia on May 10, residents heard of visits, moves, and local business. H C Hunter briefly returned to work at Diamond Alkali in Ashtabula So. The P T A program May 12 features a pot luck supper at 7 and an exhibition of pupils work. Garden Tour set for May 19. Scarlets fever cases reported. Miss Gertrude Akins has whooping cough. A Cleveland family purchased land along East River road and will rent a local house. A local family from London Ohio moved near Bartter’s tenant houses. A family visited a brother in LaGrange. Ralph King shows a new tractor. Tax increases cited in Toronto area. Halifax and Ottawa had rises. Punishment not effective against crime claims former Michigan reformer Charles Shean. advocacy leans toward vocational work and entertainment as corrective measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
H. C. Lunter
Minnie Gilpin
Hunter
LaGrange
Ralph King
M Irs. Clark
London
Ohio
Herman Leach
H. C. Bartter
Cleveland
Scott Farm
East River Road
Gertrude Akins
P. T
Batley
H. C Hunter
Diamond Alkali Company
Airport
Ashtabula
Yellow Birch Profits and Uses Across Culture and History
Text describes birch bark uses in canoe building and everyday items, noting yellow birch, white and paper birch varieties. Mentions historical references from Longfellow and John Burroughs, colonial letter writers, and cultural significance including crafts, hoops, brooms, and ceremonial uses. Also cites birch planting by Coolidge and at Reading, Pennsylvania Mother's Day in 1923.
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Longfellow
John Burroughs
Parkinson
Iesser
Lorain County
Reading
Penna
Coolidge
White House
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Eaton
Good Housekeeping Studio of Architecture and
Helen Koues
Dwight James Baum
Henry Ives Cobb, Jr
L A. A
New York
Myron Hunt
Los Angeles
C. Herrick Hammond
Ha Flinthote
The
West Side Lumber’ & Coal Co
West
Raams
J. M. Metcalp
Toronto
Ont
P.i
Canada
Halifax
Nova Scotia
Ottawa
Sonia
Mich
Charles Shean
Michigan State
Emerson
John Gay
A. Minnich & Sons B. & O
West St
Chestnut Street
Elyria Lumber & Coal Co
Aoe
Ohio Public Service CO
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