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Through a series of episodes we have already pointed out certain hazards [[strikethrough]] [[?]] [[/strikethrough]] and evils of living in mill-towns, cities and country.  These episodes have been introduced the better to emphasize the advantages provided by the greenbelt town.  Now, one by one, we point these advantages against the conditions shown before.

In contrast to the railroad flat of the city, we see modern homes and apartments, spacious, well-lighted, planned for the happiness of their tenants, and with conveniences which would never before have been within reach of families of [[strikethrough]] modest [[/strikethrough]] low income.

2.  As against the interminable flimsy rows of the suburbs, we see the planned town, with curving tree-lined streets, parks, community house, theatre, and with forethought given to transportation.  The houses are made of good materials and are built for permanence.  The costs of upkeep are minor.  The factor of high interest rates is removed, and therefore the rents are low.  The occupant has not been made the victim of misleading sales schemes.

3.  In contrast to the hazards to which children are exposed in cities, we see here the town which is planned to provide for children.  They have playgrounds, tennis courts, swimming pools, the most modern schools.  Underpasses protect them from traffic.  They have fresh milk and vegetables from the nearby farms.  They have open air sunlight and ample space for play.