Stevens Adds Gift Gallery To Allendale Center Store
Stevens Inc moved its upholstery shop back to Bummer Street within Allendale Shopping Center expanding lower level space by 1,000 square feet for a new gift gallery. The section features Colonial pieces, glassware, mirrors, lamps, oils and reproductions, plus occasional furniture as demand for decorator items grows. The firm, founded 1940, shifted from Summer Street to Allendale Center in 1957 after earlier moves.
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Stevens, Inc
Allendale
Bummer Street
James E. Stevens
Summer Street
Stevens
North Street
Liberzzltevens
S Inc
Creating Shadow Pattern Fences With Cedar Boards
A plain yard can gain depth by building a shadow pattern fence. Use regular western red cedar boards and offset them to create various shadow effects, adding visual interest to outdoor spaces.
Don’t Dash for a Mop If Water Closet Overflows
Water closet overflow can occur from clogs. Lift the flash tank cover and push the flash bail down to stop flooding. If clogged, try to clear by hand, flush, or use a plunger, auger, or plumber’s snake with care. If unresolved, call a plumber and seek the PHCIB booklet for more tips.
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Plumbing- Heating-Cooling Information Bureau
PHCIB
East Wacker Drive
Chicago
Attractive Headboards Are Easy To Construct
A room length headboard adds style and storage for a Hollywood type bed. It may include open and closed shelving and a versatile top for books lamps and art objects. Builders can save by using lumber framing with low cost paneling in nine shades. Sliding doors of quarter inch dent resistant material are easy to make. The back can be peg board painted any color.
There Is an Art to Complaining About FHA Policies
The FHA considers publishing a pamphlet on how to complain clearly to reduce response delays. Officials urge specifics, include FHA case numbers, and write to the contractor first before contacting the agency. Many misperceptions persist about FHA roles, especially regarding life insurance and mortgage insurance functions.
Home Workshop Projects for Christmas
Seasonal home crafts offer two dozen exterior and interior display ideas. Send a postcard to the Home Service Bureau at 29 North Wacker Dr Chicago Ill for plan AE 318D. Cutouts use tempered presswood and weather resistant materials and include various Santa scenes, trees, letters, and a nativity. Plan covers wiring lighting and color keying for storytelling with lighted silhouettes.
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Home Service Bureau
North Wacker Dr
Chicago
Ill
Santa
It Is a Good Rule To Take Yardstick When House Hunting
When shopping for a new home bring a yardstick or folding ruler. Printed plans omit many key dimensions, so measurement is essential. Depths, widths, and clearances matter. closets should be 24 inches deep and halls at least 36 inches wide for easy movement.
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Allendale Center
Pegboard
Kelly Lumber Co. Inc
Crane Ave
Sunbeam
Pirtskevparto & Home Supply Company
Sea
Dalton Ave
Knapp Oil Corp
Housatonic Street
Federal Housing Administration
FHA
James Harrises
Bill Browns
Harry Smiths
Carpenter
Eme
Ata
Ile
Tyler ST
Massey-Ferguson
H.p. Briggs and Stratton
Goyette Bros
Smith
United Rentalls
Dettinger
Warren Terrace
Tel
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