Standard brick size gains nationwide acceptance
The brick industry, aided by the Department of Commerce amplified by the Common Brick Manufacturers Association, has pushed for nationwide standard brick dimensions of about eight by three and three fourths by two and a quarter inches. Special exterior brick tolerates minor variation in one dimension. Government support is expected to drive universal adoption across public work and specifications.
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United States
Common Brick Manufacturers Association
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Italian Style Hollow Tile House Plan For 40 Foot Lot
A house design features a large open porch, spacious living room with fireplace, two second floor bedrooms with large closets, and a full basement. It faces north or west and can be reversed. Built of hollow tile with stucco exterior and brick base, it includes an Italian style first floor window treatment. Estimated complete cost ranges from 6500 to 7600 dollars depending on location and equipment. Plans supplied by The Voluntary Bureau of Architects Small House Service Bureau, endorsed by the American Institute of Architects and Department of Commerce.
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United States, Inc
American Institute of Architects
Department of Commerce
United States
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A. J. Manard
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Residential Building Totals Nine Percent Drop in June
International News Wire reports from Des Moines Iowa that June 1923 building contracts totaled 7,189,600 a decline of 12 percent from May and 25 percent from June 1922. Public works and utilities led with 4,364,100, educational buildings 899,500, and residential buildings 687,100.
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International News Wire
Des Moines
Iowa
Doles Construction Company
Atute
West Statua
Three Methods To Follow In Home Building
Three approaches for building a home are outlined with emphasis on plans and specifications. It compares overall costs, supervision needs, and risk. It notes contractor, day labor, and partial DIY paths, advising a reliable builder for best value and detailing cost uncertainties with day labor.
Brick Dimensions Standardized by Manufacturers
Cleveland July 21. Through the good offices of Herbert Hoover the matter of brick dimensions is being standardized by manufacturers. News agencies report coordinated efforts to create uniform brick sizing across producers.
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Cleveland, O
Ierbert L. Hoover
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