FHA Urges Clear Contract Papers for Small-House Builds
The Federal Housing Administration reiterates the need for well drafted contract documents in small home construction. Federal official Stewart McDonald notes clear documents protect homeowners, lenders, builders, and the FHA insurance program. A technical bulletin outlines required content including general conditions, specifications, and working drawings, with guidance on state laws and local regulations.
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Federal Housing Administration
Emall
Stewart McDonald
FHA
Donsid
Washington D. C
Raymond Barry Joins San Antonio Buick Sales Force
Raymond Barry, a 28 year veteran of the automotive field, has joined the San Antonio Buick Co. at 601 Broadway. He previously ran a used car business and spent 11 years with a leading low-priced car dealer. Barry was a member of the 300 Car Club and joins Buick after careful consideration.
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Raymond Barry
San Antonio Buick Company
Broadway
Barry
Buick
Ber
Chevrolet Truck Sets Long Distance Record Run
Chevrolet announces a stock ton-and-a-half truck completed a 50,017.9 mile cross-country test from Detroit to Montreal and back, averaging 32.37 mph and 15.96 mpg gasoline. The run measured fuel use, maintenance costs, tire wear, and water consumption while crossing 45 states and Canada, marking the longest A A A sponsored truck test to date.
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Chevrolet
Spokene
Wash
Dor Preman
Mijem Crevroet Company
Larry Burts
Stanley Reed
Une al Flin
B von Hembach
Officiel Fieuves
Freeman
Detroit
Ottawa
Canada
Mexico City
United States
Fashard
Las Angeles
Maine
New York
Michigan
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Montana
Mr. Freeman
Airfoam gains popularity as Goodyear markets Atricara product
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company promotes Airfoam a 95 percent pure latex cushioning material named Atricara. Invented through extensive chemical and engineering research, Airfoam is molded to any size and shape, odorless and antimicrobial, offering lighter weight and no springs, with rapid adoption by rail car, bun, truck, and furniture makers increasing demand for rubber imports.
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Hesé
Goodyear ‘Tire and Rubber Company
Pankey
Mgr
Goodyear Service
America
Flashing Protects Ornamental Trim Over Doorways and Windows
A care detail notes metal flashing should cover joints to prevent leakage and preserve trim. The plan suggests funding flashing work through a property improvement loan from the PHA credit program, per James TNAPECTER.
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PHA Property Improvement Credit Plan
Jordan Cites Ford Economy for Car Owners
James J. Jordan of Jordan-ilyers Motor Company Ford and Lincoln-Zephyr dealers urges owners to keep fuel and oil cost records. A simple mileage log informs fuel choices, maintenance needs, and overall car performance, guiding postwar buyers in assessing a vehicle’s efficiency and cost per mile.
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James J. Jordan
Jortign-lyers Motor Company
Ford
Lincoln- Zephyr
Jordan
Tuel
Gil
Eet
Rotterdam in Cruise Series to New Orleans and Caribbean
The Rotterdam will embark on a three cruise series from New Orleans to the West Indies this winter, after strong Southern cruise bookings. The January 7 voyage to Cristobal and La Guaira, Kingston, Havana. and 20 day trips on January 25 and February 22 visit Curacao, Aruba, Trinidad, Fort de France, St Pierre, St Thomas, Kingston and Havana. Captain Pete Lageau with 32 years at Holland America leads the ship, with further summer plans including an Iceland North Cape voyage and additional Canada Bermuda routes before returning to New Orleans. Repeated trips, possible extensions, and full details available from the Travis Bureau.
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Hadsod-Americanine
Rotterdam
New Orleans
West Indies
O. A. Lundeen
Cristabal
la Guaira
Guricao
Kingston
Havana
Chatooal
Curacao
Gi Gistra
Trinidad
Fort-de- France
St. Pierre
St.Troms
Havaing
American Express
Gerytlee
Pete Lageau
Holland-Armeren Line
Carly Bean Waters
Tagsay
Maasdam
Leerdam
Europe
New York
Iceland
North Cape
Russia
Canada
Bermuda
West
West, Indies and]! South America
Atlantic
Reviers
Travis Bureau
Magentie
Southern
Regular car service urged for summer months
MWerpel-Glilespie Purds dealers at Broadway and Pourth stress the need for monthly checkups to maintain safety and economy. Manager Marburger says regular service prevents breakdowns, ensures comfort, and lowers operating costs, highlighting the 2411 checkups and new car inspection service as proven value.
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Marbinger
Mwerpel-Glilespie
Broadway
Marburger
Plymouth Commercial Car Tops Sales Charts, Records Fall
Industry observer JCecroit Cartwright of Carroll Cartwright Inc Desoto and Plymouth distributors notes Plymouth commercial car has surged from unknown to a top sales position among truck makes in a short period. He cites rising reader interest and strong backing from major business firms, with features and build quality driving demand as dealers forecast continued growth.
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Plymouth
jCecroit Cartwright
Carroll Cartwright, Inc
DeSoto
Cartwright
Detealis
Felvieq
Sotracraial Held
Huda Moild Steel
Alane
Safety Glass Manufacturing Absorb Sand Grinding Challenges
A fragment describes safety glass production and sand usage. Fort Birler Gray Tor is mentioned as a maker, noting daily cubed tonnage and grinding needs. The text hints at the scale of glass grinding and manufacturing challenges in safety glass production.
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Fort Birler Gray Tor
Dion Ovid
Utility Rooms Progress Amid Home Modernization
In two decades utility rooms have seen the greatest gains in design and equipment. The typical kitchen of homes built around the turn of the century had the sink and stove on opposite sides with the box kept in a passive wash area, reflecting limited flow compared to today’s efficient layouts.
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Thin County
Modernization Drives Urban Rental Renaissance in Homes
Westside and urban Property owners shift views on building life and value as modernization replaces replacement. Plans include redefining old units with limestone facades, built in bathrooms, and expanded dressing spaces. Private lending and the Federal Housing Administra tion plan aid upgrades for utility rooms and renovations.
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Uue
Neuls
Tony
Eitchen
Valley Residence Contract Awarded in Brownsville
A. B. Neck and Son of Brownsville have won the contract to build a residence for H. R. Hudson at about three and a half miles from Brownsville on the Resaca de la Palma. The $29,697 bid covers brick veneer two story construction, 170 feet long, 40 to 60 feet wide, with a 70 foot swimming pool to be built in front. Work starts immediately and is expected to be completed in about three months.
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Valley Residence
A. B. Neck and Son
Brownsville
H. R. Hudson
Resaca de Lal Palma
Plan Assures Stable Market For Insured Mortgages
The piece explains an insured mortgage system that stabilizes lending by offering lenders extra safety and a mechanism to keep foreclosed properties off the market during downturns. It notes benefits to borrowers and lenders and emphasizes orderly liquidation in times of market stress.
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Suild Plan
Hudson
Orsinger Motor Company
Main Avenue
Terraplane
Chevrolet Truck
Acalsience
Tellalle
Dewey Strauch Lumber Company
Vapo-Gas
Vapo.gas Corporation
Jack Xeas
Pris
New Rock
Olmos Park Terrace
Hermine
Lovema
Berwern
San Pedro
McCullongi Avenues
H. C. Thorman
Wildwoul Drive
James Tnapecter
Jim Palmer
Caker Church
Basse Road
Palmer
Frank Brothers’ Army Retail
Chevrolet Fran Smith Motor
Finterott Phots
Hudson Press
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Oa Southern Lumber CO
Nolan ST
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Ahilgelon Bordon Firrer Co
Builder's Lumber Company
Souta Flores Street
Garfield
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