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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1925
Page
1
A wide mix of world and U S items includes enro lment in the oidents reserve corps rising to a new high. the U S rum treaty with the Netherlands taking effect. a $350 000 dividend from Panama Railroad to Mellon. MacMurray named minister to China. 1923 factory output and wages rises. a spate of crimes deaths and political changes. train crashes and bank closures. notable deaths and retirements. international incidents and notable travel.
This 1925 guide by William A. Radford promotes the small five room bungalow as an affordable, attractive single family design. It highlights a compact 42 by 50 foot plan with a broad living room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and one bath, plus a porch and terrace. The article notes the bungalow trend for suburban buyers, California influence, and practical features such as built in buffet, closets, and basement stairs.
State funds for the coming biennium will total 8.865 million dollars per year, with a state levy of 8.01 mills, down from 10.25 mills. The soldier bonus levy remains separate and slightly lower. Other items include church construction, factory expansion, farm and education notes, a May 10th Mothers Day reminder, and memorials for World War I soldiers along major highways.
Kitchen sink accessories are important features to consider when planning a home. The sink cabinet location near the sink helps keep cleaners and mops out of sight while staying handy. A sturdy dish drainer on a drain board speeds drying and saves time. Built in wall china storage and sanitary holders add convenience.
The article describes two common frame exterior types for houses: wide siding with wooden shingles on walls and the combination of both. It explains wall construction using studding, sheathing, and building paper beneath the exterior finish, noting rapid public favor for shingles.
The article explains that varnish creeping results when the under coat is softer than the following coat. Dampness or leaks may soften the first layer, causing the second and third coats to creep. It advises long drying times between coats and ensuring each layer is dry and hard before applying the next.
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