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Show i 'f : m ici rr i pt 1 -- g Sun Advocate, Price, Utah Thursday, Mar. 14, 1974 C I by JOAN HUNT San!3eLrocata Part 3 instincts of living creatures is to have a place to be in out of the elements. Some animals use caves for shelter while others utilize thickets tit dig burrows in o free lunch "Thre ain't no such thing as a free lunch." The above saying has been passed on through many decades and translated it means "Always be suspicious of anyone who offers something for nothing." It is ta& but all too true, there are a lot of posing as legitimate business people, bilking the unwary of the ir hard earned cash. Their usual lines are a chance to get rich for a small investment or helping some element of society. Quite often they prey upon those who are already in difficulty. Carbon and Emery Counties are far away from the population centers where many like to believe the reside, but in truth they are everywhere and then nowhere when y'ou try and get your money back. One type of racketeering recently reported to the country Is special debt services. This service ts provided by some legitimate companies and even a few public agencies but because it can be used as a front for fraud, many states have outlawed the service. One racket that was recently exposed was reported by a man who had been out of work tor six months and had fallen behind in (his monthly obtigatlons. The company stated they would help them get back on their feet by handling all debts without notifying any friends, employers or creditors relative to his credit rating. He was to send In $78 per week, from which all payments would be distributed. After two weeks and $156, he learned no one was be Ing con-me- n con-me- paid- - n . , cases include a telephone solicitor trying to obtain ads for a publication which used the law enforcement profession; a collection agency which used harassing telephone methods; the resort lot salesman and the business which does not make Its service clear, leading the businessman to believe he is buying into another service fered by a reputable business. Sometimes new laws are needed to deal w Ith such frauds, but more often, there are alrea dy laws controlling this on the books. By far the best defense against rackets Is an informied and prudent consumer. Don't trust your money to a business that is unknown until It has been checked out and take a close look at names that seem familiar at first glance. Some shady operations have names that look very much like those of nationally known companies, but the spelling Local i V J Is slightly different. Care in buying plus reporting any "unusual" business practices may not only save your money, but save a friend. The lowly copper penny, the last US coin with any Intrinsic value will apparently be gone by December. Inflation and the demand for copper have combined to put the value of the metal over the penny's worth. By next year, poor old Abe Lincoln, E Pluribus Unum and aU will be cast In aluminum until aluminum becomes more valuable than the penny. The Great White Father in Washington will then probably resort to "wam-pum.- " i the ground. Man builds complex structures to serve his shelter, comfort and privacy needs. Not content with just shelter, he then uses his technology to control the environment inside homes, offices, industrial plants and public buildings. Heat is supplied during winter months; chilled air is provided to offset the heat of summer. Everything possible is done to make the environment man as lives in as comfortable possible. Now with the energy crisis, much of this comfort appears to be threatened. People everywhere are wondering if they will be able to stay warm during the cold weather and cool during the hot weather. How can the standard of living enjoyed by Americans be kept without wasting precious fuel? Following are some ideas that can be used in homes and businesses across the country. Insulation: Proper insulation can reduce the cost of home heating by as much as 45 percent of the yearly bill without any loss in home temperatures. It is estimated that over 50 percent of a homes heat is lost through the walls and ceiling. Insulation should be at least six inches thick in ceilings and to six from three and one-ha- lf inches outside for walls depending on the type of insulation used. Owners of homes with three to four inches of insulation in the ceiling will find that the cost of extra insulation to six inches will be paid in saved heating costs in eight to 12 years and will thereafter return a dividend of 12 to 15 percent in saved costs. above ground level. Attics and outside walls need to be properly ventilated so moisture will not collect in insulation causing it to mat and clump together. Generally one square foot of ventilating area per 300 square feet of floor area is required. Outdoor air vents in attics should be kept open. Crawl spaces should be well ventilated. Besides retention of heat in winter, insulation will keep hot control. Of course, a humidifier an a individual contracting common cold, influenza or pneumonia, and by the same token, a reduction to 68 would certainly have no ill effects. HEW suggests that the be turned down thermostat gradually over a period of several days rather than all at once to avoid unnecessary discomfort from a rapid temperature change. Thermostats need to be in good working order. Dirt may to thermostat cause a malfunction. If it is located in a sunny room or a room with a fireplace or heater or near heating ducts, lamps, TV sets or other heat generating ap- pliances, it will keep the rest of the house too cool. If it is near a cool or drafty place by windows, doors or cold water lines, the furnace will go on more frequently than necessary. Dont jiggle the thermostat. Find a comfortable setting and leave it there. If the family is planning to leave home for several days, reduce the heat to 55 to 60 degrees. This will keep food items and water pipes from freezing, but will conserve heat energy. Humidity: Dry throats, static electricity and dry windows in cold weather are an indication of an improper humidity level inside. Dry air is not moist, and more heat is required to keep people comfortable. Dry air absorbs body moisture creating a chilly feeling. Lower temperatures are more bearable at higher also humidity levels. (Low humidity will also dry out a house and its furnishings causing floors to shrink and squeak, joints in woodwork and furniture to separate and dry out and the plaster may even crack and peel.) The relative humidity in heated homes sould be 30 to 35 percent. The air in the Sahara Desert averages 25 percent without percent. humidity; 23 percent "iV peratures without humidity no effect on the likelihood of Insulation should also be in basements. Heat transferred through relative uninsulated basepient walls Valley, when the foundation is exposed average installed can be - building to comfortable tem- Home comfort One of the basic . ' Death and the American home humidification, 13 A portable electric humidifier or one installed directly on a warm air heating system will use energy, but less energy than would be required to heat a must be kept clean for maximum efficiency. of Byproducts proper humidity are better family health, furniture that will last longer and fewer home repairs J vi for shrunken woodwork and flooring. Heating plant: For maximum use of fuel energy, a heating plant must be in top condition and operating efficiently. Air filters, should be checked frequently and replaced as they become loaded with dust or lint. Air ducts should be cleaned frequently so they do not become obstructed with lint, dust or other debris that may fall into them. The ducts should be checked to make sure they are air tight and not leaking air in transit. Radiator enclosures should be checked to ascertain if they are trapping heat and not allowing it to be radiated into the room. Radiators should be kept clean and free of dust that can act as an insulator. Radiators, registers, vents and ducts should not be blocked furniture, by upholstered or draperies. Blocking of the air flow to and carpeting from a room will diminish the efficiency of a heating system. Vents and ducts should be shut in rooms that are not being used. A steam-boile- r operates best when the water level is at the center of the guage. Large amounts of hot water should not be drained from a hot water Tom Little, director of the Utah Humane Society, answers questions from students and faculty of CEU. He spoke last Thursday at a special forum held in the Student Lounge. Photo S-- A Humane Society I Business Trends Illllimillllllr aluminium Penn. -CBrinckerhoff, chairman and of Anaconda has been elected of National Mine PITTSBURG, harles 35 M. formerly president Company, a director Service Company. Brinckerhoff currently is to several international mining firms and foreign governments. National Mine Service is a head speaks at CEU forum a consultant manufacturer and distributor of mining machinery and a distributor of safety equipment to mines and industrial plants. heating system unless absolutely necessary. When the system is refilled with fresh fireplace dampers when the Jaycettes to water, mineral deposits and air fireplace is not in use. Closed enter with the water. of are averages draperies sell hand made The heating system should be temperatures on its two sides. checked yearly to be sure all They will reduce radiative heat items at bazaar operating parts are in working loss. Close draperies at night order. Motors, , blowers, and open in the daytime to let The Price Jaycettes will orifices, jets, and other vital the sunshine in. a bazaar and bake sponsor It is possible by use of comparts of heating systems should on March 23 at the sale if be inspected and, mon necessary, sense, preventive Price Methodist Church. repaired or replaced. The air measures and care to maintain Items will be sold from 10 intake should also be checked. a level of comfort in controlled to 4 p.m. in the a.m. and homes Chimneys should be free of environment All obstructions. businesses. Fuel energy may be churchs basement. items hand are made. Finally the heating system saved and at the same time, Some of the work is on should be adequate for the area people may still enjoy the cozy now at Redmonds to be heated. A too small or too display acadvantages they are Interior on Main Street. large system is wasteful of customed to. energy. Next Week: Use of ApWear a pliances or How to Enjoy the Miscellaneous: Money isnt necessary for sweater and dress more war-ml- v Labor Savers With A Good credit cards will happiness; around the house. Close Conscience, do nicely. . A national disgrace was the phrase used by Tom Little of the Utah Humane Society of situation that exists today in caring for animals. Little spoke to a student forum at the College of Eastern Utah on Thursday. The program was spon- sored by the Sophomore Class. As part of the forum, a film was shown entitled The Animals are Crying. It depicted the load placed the nations animal shelters every day plus demonstrated the need for neutering and spaying cats and dogs. Following the film, Little answered questions from the crowd. He explained that the Utah and local chapter were funded only by donations. He also informed the students, funds are now being gathered to build a spay center in Salt on Lake. . ..... air outside during summer months when the roof temperature can become as high as 160 degrees and will serve as a barrier to air conditioned cool air loss. An extra benefit is additional sound proofing for the home. Weatherstripping and storm windows: A simple candle test (to be used with caution around draperies and other flammable materials) can show draft areas around door and window frames where as much as 15 to 30 percent of the fuel dollar is slipping away through warm air leakage or cold air infiltration. While the heating system is turned on, move a lighted candle around door and window frames. The flame will bend or go out in places where air is leaking through. Once you have spotted the trouble spots caulk or weatherstrip with metal, felt, rubber of vinyl materials. Storm windows or insulating glass will cut in half the heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer through windows. In addition, they will help eliminate those cool areas where people chill when they are near windows. A medium grade storm will usually do a satisfactory job on most homes, window c an however, Every Utah Motorist Must Have Insurance No-Fau- lt t Drivers who dont smoke may save as much as 250o with Farmers Auto Policy. Non-Smok- er one-ha- lf temperature resulted Pfcil Halamandaris JWC. ft f4ione j- - iy I 't4 ' MAIN STREET IN PRICE 637 0660 Anytime tor Appointment afawdi t of 21 in a saving degrees of 11.5 percent on heating energy. Setting the temperature back to 24 hours a day 68 degrees resulted in a 25 percent saving Call us for details t inexpensive substitute is plastic sheeting taped or tacked over windows. Plastic will not do the job as well, but it will reduce air passage. Storm doors will reduce air flow around doorways. For safety purchase safety glass for storm doors. Thermostat: National leaders have encouraged that thermostats be set lower in winter and higher in summer. Most people find an interior temperature of 70 to 72 degrees is comfortable. Each degree of heat over 72 requires one and percent more energy to maintain. The National Bureau of Standards in a test home heated by gas and designed for a family of six found that setting the thermostat from 75 degrees to 66 degrees for eight hours at night with a minimum outdoor of energy. In a Health, Education and Welfare report on possible health effects of lower temperatures, HEW Secretary Caspar W. Weinberger said, "That a reduction in room temperature from 72 to even down to 60 degrees would have t ol fanui Old rig lost its spring? Let us help you with a low-coauto loan for a new or newer car with some oomf and a garage to put it in. st ZIONS FIRST NATIONAL BANK Member federal Deposit Insurance Corporation FOUMHOBY BRIGHAM YOUNG IfTl - Price, East Carbon City, Castle Dale, Huntington "Wl iERE PEOPLE MEAN EVERYT1 UNG 1 X |
