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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1937
Page
2
A balcony of changes, from a full home overhaul to small improvements, can elevate a house’s durability and exterior lines. The article notes two photos: before and after modernization, showing an enclosed front porch as the key exterior change. It argues all homes can improve and that open porches are less common in new builds, especially on narrow lots.
The project transforms a front porch into a sun parlor to use year round, enhancing exterior lines. A brick stoop with white trimmed double doors, a gabled head, and front bay windows bring sunlight and air. Shingled siding replaces clapboard with stay gray and green roof shingles, plus a semi circular window replacing small lights in the gable.
Real estate men say old time homes sell slowly if they show age. A bright, modern exterior and interior layout help appeal to buyers. Even if built long ago, updating appearance and interior arrangement speeds sale by matching contemporary expectations. Modernizing helps owners reflect current family character and ability.
The shift from wooden to composition shingles is driven by fire codes and roofing improvements. Modern shingles offer long life with warranties and a wide color range to match home styles. Even where not required, fire resistant roofing is advised, as many fires begin outside the main structure. Cost remains reasonable for the benefits.
A concise note suggests the average homeowner can finance a durable long-lived roof that resists fire with only modest savings. The emphasis is on affordability and practicality for securing durable roof protection.
Weather stripping helps resist cold air in old or new houses. An efficient method described by builders is the tongue and groove approach, using a metal bronze brass or zinc tongue inserted into a groove in the sash.
The article explains dependable late season lake trout fishing from October 15 in Northern Minnesota and Ontario. It notes lakers linger in deep water then, offer exciting action, and suggests trolling as the practical method when fish are in shallower 25 to 100 foot ranges.
Trolling methods and gear for lake trout are outlined with tips on lures lines and depths. The article notes motor speed reduction in trolling Minnesota and Ontario waters and highlights best spots such as peninsulas and point tips. It describes the fight from a large trout and advises preserving line tension to avoid wraps. Copyright 1937 North American Sportsman's Bureau. Construction of a $19,006,000 liner has just been started at Birkenhead England.
Prospective buyers can recoup modernization costs by setting a satisfactory sale price. Updating a house before sale is presented as a sound investment and a practical precaution that often secures a sale.
Virginia Ginste daughter of Albert and Mrs Ginste and Lee Harris son of Clarence Harris of Clarksfield were united in marriage at Rev William Smith’s Oberlin home on Oct 15 at 2 oclock. The bride wore raspberry taffeta silk with a matching jacket and lace. After the ceremony they left for a short trip and will reside in Clarksfield.
Jeanne Bellamy and Forest Fletcher wed in Oberlin with Rev William Smith officiating. After a brief wedding trip, the couple will reside on the Fletcher farm on Butler Road. Separate items note Anna Cooley hosting two bridge tables with Mrs Milhouse and Mrs Gerber winning, plus a bridal theft incident in Fresno where Louis Walker and Gladys Gordon secured a second wedding band after a thief took the first.
In Salinas California Loughe Corpu a 26 year old Filipino was arrested for carrying two knives. He received 15 days in jail for each knife totalling 30 days in custody.
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