Balance and proportion define authentic colonial design
The two story house by Herman H. York showcases balanced exteriors with seven of nine front windows identical in size. A one story garage offsets the structure, beveled siding, dark roof, and a welcoming double door entry set the colonial tone. The interior centers on a 23 foot deep living room with rear views, terrace access, and a connected family room and kitchen with a pass through. Upstairs features four bedrooms and two baths with a tone set by double doors to the owners’ suite. the rectangular layout minimizes costs and maintains efficient traffic flow among living, service, and garage spaces.
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Herman H. York
York
House of the Week plan offers contractor estimate and booklets
A coupon promotes a 50 cent baby blueprint with access to a contractor's estimate. Offer includes for $1 a booklet YOUR HOME How To Build Buy or Sell It containing 16 reproductions of House of the Week issues. If only the plan is desired it can be ordered separately.
Checkerboard Colored Drives Add Individuality to Homes
Checkerboard colored concrete blocks give driveways a distinctive look. Homeowners mix pastel tones and dark light patterns to create decorative checkerboard designs enhancing curb appeal and personal style.
Carport Storage Easy to Assemble
A home handyman can convert a carport into a storage area with a built in closet like a garage. Build a framework from 2x4s 16 inches on center, cover with panel siding, install pegboard shelves and bins, and add 8 foot doors for easy access to rakes ladders and tools. The floor may be concrete cinders or blacktop and matching siding preserves curb appeal.
Ensuring Plumbing Safety with Cleanout Plugs and Shutoff Valves
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling information bureau urges new houses include ample cleanout plugs and shutoff valves at major fixtures. Cleanouts allow obstruction removal without heavy cost and effort, while shutoff valves enable closing water at a single fixture in emergencies without affecting the entire home.
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Plumbing - Heating - Cooling Information Bureau
Belt Sander Basics and Abrasive Options
A belt sander is the workshop workhorse for heavy rough work driven by a rugged motor. It uses abrasive belts with easy change mechanisms and guides operator control for rough to medium tasks, then finer belts for delicate work.
Multiple Building Permits Rendered in City
A long list shows numerous permits issued for new garages, dwellings, roof work, remodels, and commercial projects. Notable entries include Wellbuilt Homes with several new dwellings and attached garages, and 858 Corp with multiple houses on Hickory Drive SW. Totals range from modest repairs to large new builds and additions.
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B Ave
Robert D. Barry
4Th Ave
Edward Meeham
42Nd St
Gilbert R. Knott
16Th St
John Clemens
New Fence
5Th St
Milo Pernicka
Dwig
Jst
Joseph Ciastka
5Th Ave
Robert L. Whitters
O Ave. NW
W. F. O'Malley
28Th Street Court
James J. Driscoll
Center St
S. C. Madlem
33Rd St
Donald H. Lorenzen
22Nd Ave
Terry Carner
14Th Ave
Carl Lerch
Ely Ave
Gary A. Jones
Center Point Rd
Paul J. Bennett
Lennox Ave
Gladys Swangler
26Th St
Kenneth L. Kierman
Golf View Dr
Emma Morgan
31St St
Well
Twin Pine Dr
44Th St. NE
Corp
Hickory Dr
27Th St
R. J. Allender
15Th St
Henry Grotheen
Zobac Construction Co
New Glass Masonry Is Easy To Install
Pittsburgh Corning Co says a new glass masonry adds charm and light to homes. The geometri c design blocks with baked-on ceramic coloring fit around entrances and in bathrooms and can be installed by a mason or a do it yourself homeowner.
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Pittsburgh
UPI
Pittsburgh Corning Co
How to Keep Putty Supple With Paint or Oil
Before replacing crumbling putty, treat the surrounding dry wood with paint or linseed oil to prevent oil from drawing from the putty. Oil keeps the putty supple and forms a protective barrier.
Split Outlet Powers Lamp Without Disturbing Clock
The article describes a split outlet with two slots. the lower half is always live while the upper half is controlled by the wall switch. This arrangement lets a lamp be switched on and off without affecting a clock plugged into the lower half.
Plants Lend Fresh Color to Staircase
Indoor or outdoor staircases gain color and structure from foliage plants in clay pots. Caladiums brighten indoor steps, with larger pots at the bottom and smaller ones upward for perspective. Geraniums provide bright outdoor display and showy blooms.
Taylor couple sell house on Texas Avenue NE
Mr and Mrs Lester W Taylor sold their house at 1700 Texas Avenue NE to Mrs Lloyd Jacobs and her daughter Barbara Jacobs who moved from 1212 Ellis Boulevard NW. The Taylors plan to live in California. The sale was handled by Tait and Wagner Associates with Miller and Co.
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Lester W. Taylor Haye
Texas Avenue
Lloyd Jacobs
Barbara Jacobs
Ellis Boulevard
Taylors
California
Tait and Wagner Associates
Miller and Co
Be Kind to Your Plumbing It Pays
Plumbing in the home represents ten percent of its value and proper care extends service. Fix leaks to prevent stains and water waste, drain the water heater periodically, pad wrench jaws, have heating plant checked annually, tag all valves, avoid trash in the water closet, don’t pour grease down drains, and flush with boiling water daily.
China Had Tile Roofs Many Centuries Ago
Marco Polo described China’s roof tiles as trough shaped baked clay used on palaces and officials homes. The Tile Council of America notes these tiles resemble modern quarry tile used in floors.
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China
New York
UPI
Marco Polo
Tile Council of America
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