Flood Proofing: Concrete Foundations Against Flooding
Waterloo builders Peter Olesen and H A Maine say reinforced concrete foundations with a sloped basement and proper drainage can resist leaks under seepage. They advise not to fight floodwater but to let it enter, as pumps and weeping holes ease pressure during floods.
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Waterloo
Peter Olesen
Jens Olesen & Sons Construction Co
Crama
A. Maine
Iowa Public Service Company
Mystery Chest Reveals First All Steel GE Refrigerator
The Riviera theatre lobby chest was opened last night on stage revealing a sparkling white General Electric refrigerator. L A Ger Blenberger, Midwest Refrigeration manager, says this is the first all steel refrigerator offered to the public.
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Riviera Theatre
General Electric
L.A. Ger- Blenberger
Midwest Refrigeration Company
General Electric Refrigerators
Wolf Buys Waverly Flour Feed Shop
Fred Wolf has purchased the flour and feed business of William Sahle in Waverly Iowa. Sahle is undecided about his future but may move to Marshalltown to engage in business. The Courier Special Servier notes the transaction occurred on March 23.
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Courier Special Servier
Waverly
Fred Wolf
William Sahle
Economical English Spirit Masonry House Design 6 H 12
An outline of a modular house design featuring texture faced masonry with porches front and back. The plan emphasizes south or east facing orientation, central fireplace with a single chimney, and tile or slate roofing. It notes energy efficiency benefits and offers complete working plans via the Architects Small House Service Bureau through editor notes.
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Service
Architects Small House Service Bureau
Small House Service’ Bureau
Architects’ Small House Service Bureau
American Institute of Architects
Indorsee of
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