Tools a Must Today in DIY Era Households Face
Washington column notes the rise of do it yourself chores for apartment and suburban homes. It lists essential tools from hammers to saws and garden gear, laments flawed designs, and advises choosing between hand and power mowers while stressing practical, everyday needs.
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Private Building Expenditures Show Increase
Private construction spending rose to 3.1 billion dollars in February, 3 percent above February 1964 but 7 percent below January 1965. Nonfarm residential spending fell 2 percent from a year earlier and 11 percent from January 1965. First two months of 1965 totaled 6.4 billion, up 3 percent from 1964. February total in place valued at 4.3 billion, up 4 percent from February 1964.
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Changing Doors Gives a House New Character
How your front door sounds and looks shapes your home. Local dealers offer wood panel doors in designs from Colonial to contemporary with many sizes. A complete new entrance is available factory built and assembled, with pediments, fan lights, side lights, or a modern clean look. A growing trend is the double-door entrance for a warmer welcome.
Marco Island Sales Top Million in Six Weeks
Marco Island market surges with $5.5 million in sales in six weeks as Deltona Corp plans a second growth stage. Bahr cites buyers from Florida, the North and Midwest, Europe, and Latin America. Homesites range from $2,495 to $18,900 with 1000+ lots bulkheaded waterfront amid a planned 35,000 population and half a billion dollars in development.
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