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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1937
Page
10
A large utility poll reveals thousands want to build homes and many prefer a Colonial style, especially Dutch Colonial. Brick was favored for the building, though wood was shown, and most voters chose a fire proof roof to reduce hazards. Costs cited center around eight thousand dollars, though researchers caution estimates vary by materials and equipment.
Real estate activity signals many will build in Southern West Virginia this spring. Bluefield building permits rise with many under construction in Cumberland Heights and surrounding areas. Land sales in the subdivision show strong intent to build, with rising values and low interest rates making home ownership easier. Follow the Build This Summer campaign to secure desirable land and a well designed, lasting home.
A discussion on automatic heating argues that even heat and air conditioning are essential for modern homes. It explains thermostatically controlled systems using gas or stokers, with a furnace responding to a thermostat to regulate heat and reduce cellar visits, solving smoke and dust issues.
The article notes a dummy chimney can be omitted without affecting design. A small gas range flue is needed, but not a full chimney. The dummy chimney is shown to balance the house visually, potentially saving money if left out.
The article extols Cumberland Heights as a quieter, safer residential area near main roads yet away from traffic noise. It argues that business people, tired housewives, and children benefit from the tranquil setting, with easy access to transportation and opportunities to relocate for a calmer lifestyle.
The piece argues many recently built homes are already obsolete and urges starting with modern gas and electric conveniences. It highlights need for wall outlets for electrical devices and gas piping in living spaces, kitchens, and bathrooms, praising gas stoves water heaters and refrigerators while noting insulations and air conditioning as improvements.
A local lumber expert praises kiln dried lumber for building. He says it lasts longer and is quieter, avoiding nightly groans from moisture-related deformation. Non dried wood shrinks with heat, causing cracks and plaster troubles. proper materials and construction prevent these issues.
The article argues that hot water is essential in the ideal home and outlines an automatic gas water heater as a solution. It notes benefits such as limitless hot water at low cost, convenience for baths and dishwashing, and easy sterilization, stressing reliability at any hour.
Hundreds express appreciation for the Build This Summer Campaign with paper copies selling out and praise for participating firms. Inquiries surge as July showcases new homes while the Home Building Council offers guidance on costs and equipment.
A Clark Hardware and Furniture article promotes a recreation room as a versatile family space. It describes daytime use as a playroom with ample storage, a corner dark room for photography, and a social hub for entertaining, cribbage, poker, and quiet reading.
When the question of what trees to plant arises some settle it by planting fruit trees. Apples peaches cherries pears plums have admirers and a sun ripened cherry stroll on a grass front lawn becomes a luxury.
Roll of Honor lists cooperating firms in the BUD campaign across building materials, furnishings, heating and plumbing, flooring, glass, gas utilities, insurance, and financing. Notable entries include The Georgia Lumber Company Princeton J. M. Snider Clark Hardware and Furniture Company Amere Gas Utilities The Bluefield Gas and Power Company R. B. Bodell Heating & Plumbing Carter Floor Landing Company The Bluestone Bedding Corp Graham Mattress Company and Community Savings and Loan Company with multiple Princeton, Bluefield and Bluefield Va connections.
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