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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1931
Page
2
A Chamber of Commerce bulletin on Fire Its Menace to Human Life summarizes six national surveys. It shows higher death rates in colder months from heating flaws and risky practices, with 66 percent of deaths in dwellings, and urges fire prevention to start in the home.
Kansas City Star argues that wild flowers supply beauty to the landscape and should be left undisturbed. It condemns roadside picking as harming nature and notes flowers gain value when allowed to grow where they are.
The Neighborhood Garden club of Ballston Virginia votes to take over a mile of state highway for planting and beautification ahead of the bicentennial. Led by J P Neal landscape engineer of the Virginia state highway commission the mass meeting approved the effort. The club will transplant native shrubs into the right of way to cover cuts and bare areas and remove signboards and unsightly structures under engineer direction.
London Tit-Bits notes that over six years ago British Petroleum chose to remove roadside advertisements in rural districts. The campaign, costly due to long lease sites, also saw gas pumps repainted green and stations urged to appear attractive rather than eyesores.
Earl H. Reed Jr of Chicago argues the day of the front porch is past due to street confusion. He urges homeowners to retire outdoors to secluded terraces porches garden houses or lawn benches in neglected rear spaces to create truly recreational homes.
A competition begins to improve railroad property in Italy with all stations made into beauty spots. Medals will be awarded for the most ingenious proposals.
A local editor emphasizes the significance of a one week cleanup event, noting extended mentions of weeks and days over time. The piece underlines its role in community organization and public spirit.
At the Hat conference at Chequers UK Germany discussed the Young plan and reparations amid hopes of American aid. Bruening Curtius and Sackett held talks on deferring payments and securing creditor support while Briand refused to revise the Young plan. Navy budget cuts and Guam base closure were outlined as part of broader US fiscal plans. The report notes continued tensions over Italy Vatican talks and domestic political shifts in Tennessee.
A fashion feature highlights sportsy summer shoes, eyelets, and low-heeled, versatile styles. It notes perforated oxford designs, sandals with strap vamps, and navy or brown kid textures. Florals, organdie trims, and wreath motifs reflect a romantic, youthful look for daytime and evening wear.
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