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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1934
Page
11
Rare old houses hide enduring charm beneath ornate exteriors. With careful redesigns, interior updates, and modern systems like plumbing and heating, a house can be transformed into a comfortable modern home. Even substantially ruined structures may reveal sound core construction upon examination.
Colors determine room appearance and must suit function. Warm buff and light brown suit dim spaces, pink and pale blue lift dainty furnishings, green refreshes sunny rooms, off white and gray offer neutral dignity, cream adds subtle interest. FHA loans help repaint or repaper walls. St Justin Penwith is a small English town of 5 000 population.
An interior design note explains transforming compact living and bedrooms with built in fittings. Wall sinks book cases and fireplace enclosures save floor space while a built in desk, window seat and pull out tea table enhance utility. High beds with built in drawers and integrated shelves free room for living.
Guide for basement and masonry wall prep advises washing away dirt dust and efflorescence, scraping cracks and holes, moistening and filling joints with a cement sand mortar, then applying cement or waterproof paint. The process emphasizes a sound surface before coating.
Safety and appearance matter in home upgrades under the Federal Housing Program. Replacing worn wood with durable material improves curb appeal and reduces injury risk, making modernization a practical investment for homeowners.
Waterproof curtains to match window and shower decor drape around the bottom of hanging lavatories. They conceal plumbing and clutter while adding a decorative touch to the bathroom.
A former summer sleeping porch can be modernized into a livable bedroom with insulation, weatherstripped windows, and interior decoration. Favor outward opening casement windows, add weatherproofing, extend heating with a radiator, and consider built-in seating and shelving for extra comfort.
Answers on fireplace smoking fixes chimney height causes and reconstruction needs. Tips on preventing water ingress by checking brick pointing and waterproofing. clarifies FHA loan rules and how to select contractors for modernization loans. Also advises waterproof plaster and door swelling remedies and finishing touches.
Lectures sponsored by the National Congress of Parents and Teachers addressed financing home improvements. The talks highlighted the National Housing Act offering low interest loans, aiding young fathers. The organization, with 1.5 million members, plans a homemakers department in its magazine and expanded housing education nationwide. Naples, Italy, was controlled by Spain until the 18th century.
A linoleum floor yields beauty and long service with simple care. Immediate waxing followed by periodic applications preserves sheen and durability. Place furniture with gliders to avoid edges and legs causing marks, wipe spills promptly, and dry mop daily to keep dirt as surface particles for years of easy upkeep.
Theaters may be repaired under modernization loans or accredited agencies with costs from 100 to 2000 dollars. Loans extend on the same basis as other property repairs. Government loan guarantees allow work to begin immediately. Industry estimates suggest about 33 million dollars could modernize theaters, boosting construction and employment.
A guide explains turning hidden attic or basement spaces into a usable room with a simple partition and basic materials. The approach increases insulation, cutting fuel bills by about thirty to forty percent and offers a quick payoff. The Better Housing Program of the FHA can finance projects for homeowners who prefer not to pay cash.
The article argues door erasers would increase comfort and convenience in homes, offices, stores and schools. They would seal doors to cut heat loss, prevent drafts, and reduce unwanted odors in kitchens and other spaces.
Old fashioned kitchens offer many modernization options. A large kitchen can be divided to create a dining area, a household office with a planning desk and telephone extension, a pantry or storeroom, a downstairs lavatory, and closets for clothing and cleaning materials.
Contractors estimate a concrete first floor adds 1.5 to 2 percent to building cost. It provides fire resistance and minimizes hazards from heating systems, sagging floors, and plaster cracks. The piece also urges adding closet space by converting waste areas such as under stairs or building cabinets in rooms.
Garden designers favor a terminus such as a garden house or arbor at the end of a walkway. Structures should harmonize with the main house unless distant or hidden by foliage. The piece notes Robert Southey’s 19th century attempt to dissuade Charlotte Bronte from writing, arguing literature was not suitable for a woman.
A study shows many barns and outbuildings are obsolete or in disrepair and new construction is often desirable. FHA modernization loans are available through local financial institutions to repair or upgrade facilities, improve health and sanitation, and restore profitability. The program supports practical updates like updated floors walls windows and better ventilation, ultimately increasing value beyond loan cost.
In regions with hard water a method softens it by a chemical process that removes caustic alkaline and foreign matter from the water supply. The transformation converts hard water into a softened form suitable for domestic use according to the described mechanism.
The text argues that reducing economic insecurity hinges on stronger mutual obligations. It calls for greater development of duties both by society toward its citizens and by citizens toward society.
An early 20th century column discusses door hinge placement to reduce strain and misalignment, notes how slight edge droop can cause lock trouble, and warns improper hinge spacing. It then shifts to modern plumbing and federal housing finance, urging upgrading bathrooms for rent or resale, and mentions imitation baseboard in painted basements to protect walls. The piece briefly touches on deep sea fish senses and a historical note on Aryanism shaping German pride.
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