New Trinity Lutheran Church Planned for Waterloo Corner
The Waterloo Courier reports Trinity American Lutheran Church will rise at Fourth and South streets, replacing the existing frame building. Architect John B. Bartley designed a tall 82 foot brick edifice with an octagonal rear, 750-seat auditorium, attic loft organ, and advanced acoustics, funded by subscription. Construction could start this summer with exterior light brick and Bedford stone trim.
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Waterloo
Trinity American Lutheran Church
Fourth and
South Street
John 8. Bartley
Whith
Tipe
Winterproofing and home safety tips in a question answer column
A reader asks about flood prevention by installing a sewer valve to stop backing water, winterproofing foundations with tar and concrete, and whether to use an outside chimney. Answers stress valve use, proper chimney stability, plastering methods in winter, and window screen placements to protect casements while preserving function and durability.
House Building Details from 1910s Advice Column
An expert discusses construction choices for longevity and comfort. Copper gutters on slate roofs, proper lintels and sills, tight sheathing with waterproof paper, high grade shingles, and zinc nails are advised. Winter work costs, insulation between joists, and basement ventilation are covered along with radiator sizing by solar heat losses.
Coppre Table Tray Innovation in Coffee Tables
An innovational coffee table features a detachable tray that fits on the table top. The tray can be removed for serving coffee, eliminating the need to buy an extra tray that may not match the table or room decor.
Rug for Severe Furnishings
When the furniture is dark and severe with wood panel walls, use an oriental rug to add design and color while remaining harmonious with the room. The rug should be rich and deep to complement the overall arrangement without clashing with the general style.
German steel process claims lighter, cheaper and strong
Tests in Germany reportedly uphold the claim that the new steel, developed by Richard Jonas and associates, is as strong as standard construction steels yet lighter and cheaper. Aimed at truck construction savings of about 4 percent in weight and 30 percent in cost, tests at Lichfelder Laboratory and Dresden Technical High School supported the assertions for the “steel.”
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Berlin
London Times
Ir Steel
Richard Jonas
Freund Smiebing and Machine Manufacturing Compuny
Bosswardt
Martin Funace
Freund Works
Jonas
Licherfelde
Linke-Hoffmann
Dresden
Japanese style exquisi te kimpshade for a boudoir lamp
Parchment shade painted with a sky line outside and pale blue inside offers a sky blue and silver scheme for a boudoir lamp. Iridescent glass base complements the shade with scattered silver stars and a scalloped ruffle edge.
Colored organdy curtains in russet and apple green
Colored organdy curtains for the bedroom are very popular this season. Russet and apple green shades lead, with cartridge pleating on the edge and a large organdy bow tied high for a pretty effect.
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Iowa
Aterloo Courier
Trinity Design
Gable
Utee
Lima
Peres
Hartford Fire Insurance Company
Saturday Evening Post
Hartford’’ Agency
Thornetree
Iowa Securities Company
L. E. Glaza CO
Dhone
East Fifth St
Papa
Spee
Waterloo Metal & Mfg. CO
Waterloo Mf. Co
Miles Street
Waterloo Construction Co
Park Road
Ory
Roger F. Lohner
Waterloo Electrical Supply Co
West Fourth
Quest & Smith
Standard Glass & Paint Co
Sycamore
Court House City
Ackermann Drug Co
Robert Drug Co
McNally Drug Co
Landgraf Drug Co
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