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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1927

Page

5

Modern Tendencies of Home Plumbing and Sanitary Installations

A survey of modern home plumbing traces advances from decorative fixtures to fully integrated systems. It notes kitchen sinks with adjustable height and built in dishwashers, constant hot water through new heater designs, and stylish bath fittings. It urges expert design and maintenance by master plumbers to ensure reliability and future readiness.

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Better Homes Advice on Boulder Wall Foundations

The article explains Boulder walls require wider foundations for stability and lists minimum thicknesses for stone walls and basement floors. It notes that local ordinances may govern foundation materials and emphasizes workmanship and concrete footing details to prevent settlement. It also discusses contractor liability for water damage and defective puttying in new homes.

Financing a Home and Interest Charges

The column compares home financing to a game, warning that building now with no cash down leads to heavy interest. It notes contractors may add extra charges to protect themselves if they need to sell the contract.

This Youll Be Surprised Business Column Promise

This column announces a business’s long history and aims to serve customers with accurate product information and dependable installation. It emphasizes a reputation for reliable dealings, stocked nationally known merchandise, and guaranteed workmanship with prompt remedy for faults.

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