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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1924
Page
4
A 1924 bulletin from the Architects Small House Service Bureau cautions home buyers about fly-by-night contractors who cheat workers and force liens. It urges selecting reputable builders, securing mechanic releases, and obtaining full lien releases before final payment to avoid paying twice for a house.
A 1944 design from the Architect's Small House Service Bureau describes a solid brick home with low upkeep, reduced painting, and lower insurance in some districts. The plan features a brick porch, many closets, cross ventilation, a fireplace with built shelves, and an airy living area. Size details include 25 ft 10 in by 25 ft 6 in, with a 35 ft lot. plans face north or west and are reversible.
A historical piece discusses crucial building practices emphasizing sturdy framing, clean stock, proper bearing design, and strict adherence to specifications. It warns against undernailing, stresses bracing and unit-like construction, and promotes fire prevention through nonflammable joints, waste control, and avoiding hazardous wiring practices. It also explains roofing imitation with wooden shingles is impractical for thatched look.
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