Comet Jewelers Expands North Street Store
Lou Kommit proprietor of Comet Jewelers expands with a rear entrance to a city parking lot off Columbus Avenue. A 1200 square foot addition adds bath and bedroom soft goods, silverware, and chinaware, plus a bride’s registry and a new display lighting system.
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Lou Kommit
Comet Jewelers
Pittsfield
North Street
Kommit
Columbus Avenue
Comet
North St
Liorizzi
Comet Jewelry
Louia Kommit
Govt Speeds Repairs to Tenements
The federal government funds fast repair tests in New York City's old law tenements. A $390,000 grant to the Institute of Public Administration supports two new techniques: large roof-to-basement holes to speed material delivery and factory assembled walls, kitchens, and bathrooms lowered into place.
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New York City
New York
Institute of Public Administration
Green Returning as Favorite Color in 1965 Trends
Color trends cycle every decade says Mary Akkelberg, O'Brien Paint Corp. She notes renewed emphasis on greens with chartreuse out and greens like avocado, lime, and jade rising. Warm browns and beiges remain sellers as gold stays a rich accent, while lilac fades and blues shift toward cornflower and fog tones.
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Chicago
UPI
Mary Akkelberg
Coolor
O’brien Paint Corp
Ukkelberg
Three Color Rule Guides Room Redecorating
A period advisory urges picking three colors for walls ceilings and accents. Start with wall and ceiling colors, then use a third color for furniture coverings and small items. A Western Wood paneling tip suggests paneling an 8 by 12 foot wall may cost about 50 dollars for solid lumber boards.
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National Paint, Varnish & Lacquer Association
Western Wood Products Association
Increase In Wells Predicted
Ten million families rely on wells for water, with more planned as municipal supplies lag behind demand. The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Information Bureau notes wells will supplement city systems, easing shortages in small communities where low pressure disrupts daily chores and appliance use.
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New York City
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