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Building costs drop for 1947 homes compared to 1940
Comanche County data show a 1947 home costing far less in labor and materials than a 1940 house when paid with various goods. Dan Wilkerson cites H R Northup on retail lumber prices and notes significant savings across steak, eggs, cheese, shirts, shoes, hats, and clothing. The analysis highlights regional price comparisons and that labor hours required to pay a home have fallen since 1940.
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Dan Wilkerson
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Comanche Lumber Company
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H. R. Northup
National Retail Lumber Dealers Association
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