Problem of store multiplicity and zoning limits
The civic development department of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States notes cities face a store proliferation problem tied to zoning. Studies suggest downtown should not exceed 2 percent street frontage for business in one Northwest city, while Los Angeles metro area retail may occupy about 5 percent. The key question is how many families support a store, varying by store type.
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Sige
Civic Development Department
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
Chamber
Northwest
Los Angeles
Home Ownership Stirs Pride of Possession
A Cleveland Real Estate board bulletin argues home ownership inspires virtue, thrift, discipline, and self respect. It contends possession grants a unique freedom and progress, urging that owning a home follows sacrifice to acquire land and build, ultimately benefiting individuals, families, and the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Builders and Subdividers
Cleveland Real Estate Board
Bid selection in home building contracts
The Chicago Daily News notes that while many bidders submit plans for a house, owners may reserve the right to reject any or all bids. It argues the lowest price isn’t always best and a well drafted spec can allow choosing the best overall builder, even if costs rise slightly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Daily News
Home Ownership Boosts Cleveland's Civic Health
Jacob Haller of County Savings and Son league of Cleveland argues that high home ownership rates stabilize citizenship and propel civic, social, and commercial progress. Owning homes fosters loyalty, better government, and greater prosperity for city residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Jacob Haller
County Savings and Son League
Evergreens and Landscape for Homes and Borders
Planning border plantings uses evergreen trees to screen unsightly features. Taller varieties conceal large buildings while dwarf species brighten sunlit ground or shaded areas and set a house or porch with lasting beauty.
Hedge Planting as Ornament and Barrier in Design
Hedge planting should be valued beyond a mere barrier. It enhances design and ornamentation, adding beauty and effectiveness to planting schemes. Many grounds offer opportunities where hedges can improve aesthetics and function.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avery Hole
English Type Brick Home Attractive and Has Many Superior Advantages
William A Radford offers free home building advice to readers and outlines an English type brick house design. The 22 by 25 feet two story plan features six rooms, sunroom, large living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, and a bathroom, with ample light and ventilation.
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W. A. Radford
Wiliam
Radford
William A Radford
South Dearborn Street
Chicago
Charimy
Betty's Christmas Eve Escape From the Bearded Dummies
Betty, a department store clerk, finds happiness in skating and masked revelry on Christmas Eve. She debates accepting a stranger’s lunch invitation, flees, then learns her coworker is the mysterious Scotchman who invites her again. By day’s end she reunites with him as they plan ice skating together.
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Gertrude
Misa
Matt
Bil
Charlie's
Hattie
Betty
North River
Beaver Bend
Corte
Lce
Sunshine
Wattle
Windowless Buildings Could Shape Future City Skyscrapers
The American Architect foresees windows shrinking in future buildings from offices to homes. Union Trust Detroit 16 story block will have sealed windows with air conditioning and ozone humidity control. New York Waldorf Astoria to let guests adjust room temperature with combined radiator and refrigerating plant. Lighting mirrors daylight in stores and offices, while eliminating dust and noise through fewer openings.
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Union Trust
Detroit
New York
New Waldorf-Astoria
Oak Flooring Adds to Value of the Old Home
An old house modernization trend centers on oak flooring as a key value booster. Refinished oak floors improve health, comfort, and appearance, and even softwood floors can be upgraded by laying new oak over them.
Unlucky Saturday Seen as Most Dangerous Workday
A New York report cited by the American Architect shows Saturday morning as the most dangerous time for construction workers. Fatigue and eagerness for the weekend were blamed for reduced focus and higher injury rates on Saturdays.
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New York
Rehearsal at the Mission House Sparks Longing
Miss Mary aids a Christmas pageant at the Mission house and welcomes Betty Waldren, a violinist child. John Waldren, Betty’s father, reappears and confesses love, seeking a future with Mary. Mary questions whether work can replace love, then ultimately accepts John’s offer to help, as the Nativity rehearsals proceed.
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Miss Mary
Dan
Betty Waldren
Elm Street
John Waldren
John Weldren
Lucy
Mission House
Mary
Miss Maury
Betty Waidrei
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Hall
England
British Isles
Dro
Eources Ae Roo
Fro, Nana
Eukoon Sone
Betty’s
By Nonic. Bailey
Wreatern
Mper
Orient
Balthazar
John Waldron
Fou
John
Betts
Miss Mars
John Warren
Marys
Goot-By
Misa Mary
Dearest
Mission Horse
Star of Light
Qwilling
Wroatera Newspaper Union
Mary Véent
Loor
Helen Gaisford
Minty
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