How to reduce energy bills
Residential energy use cuts hinge on knowing costs of devices. Heating via natural gas, lowering thermostat saves about 3 percent per degree. Fireplace wastes heated air. avoid unless fall or spring. Lighting: turn off incandescent bulbs saves. fluorescent fixtures differ. TV costs vary by type. black and white cheaper than color. Refrigerator models differ in monthly use. self defrosting costlier. Electric ranges and hair dryers are pricey. clothes dryer costs linked to wattage. Hot water and washing influence bills. run heaters sparingly. Plan, measure and accept small savings accumulate.
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Jimhitch
Burlington
Dick Herman
Iowa Southern Utilities
Washington Evening Journal 1977 first issue notice
Local newspaper details including publisher Elder Shannon Co Inc. and staff names. Subscription rates listed for mail and carrier delivery in Washington and surrounding areas with annual prices.
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North Marion Ave
Washington
Lowe
Elder, Shannon & Co. Inc
United Press International
Inland Daily Press Assn
Iowa Daily Press Assn
Lowa Press Assn
Audit Bureau of Circulations
David Elder
William Shannon
Charles Morris
Robert Luther
Garden savings won't pay freezing costs
Ames readers learn from Iowa State University extension expert Cindy Needles that owning a home freezer rarely pays for itself. Studies show break-even requires over 900 pounds of frozen food yearly, with costs per pound rising if freezing is inefficient. Convenience, flavor, and control drive purchases, not savings.
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Ames
Cindy Needles
Iowa State University
Needles
Public Service Ad Urges Action on Child Abuse Epidemic
A national appeal warns that child abuse is an epidemic with at least 2000 children dying yearly and one million more cases. It urges public help to aid 80 percent of abusers and provides contact for information at Box 2866 Chicago 60690.
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America
National Committee For Prevention of Child Abuse
Chicago
Iinois
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