Evening Star Newspaper, July 19, 1924, Page 15

REAL ESTATE. Moderate Business Advance In Last Half Year Predicted Babson Warns Against Expecting Too Much—Money Rates Right—Better Commodity Demand. BY ROGER W. BABSON. ‘W)\u-\\ January totaled 103 per cent of the previous year, have droop- 5 per cent by the end of | sie of _employes, L July 19.—Ix there anything especially to fear from the recent tremendous de- |in clines in certain industries? My reply is that there is nothing in the recent slowing up the decline has ted in the Mass., January On volume of n production inde: 189 in Januar stood ters 142% six a drop of no s, since hearly every State mount of business of the 3. M fallen off. -ss of [is showing an a smaller than that ing month for and the sane thing to do is to 100k the [ men have beon su acts in the face, measure our truc till going through djustment from the post-war lmnm\ t this de- was fore- as they exist in: wishing 4 and early s d of sitting around | {ncrease ss boom nd in car for ines high points last | toadings—both at in Half Year. S.E. CORNER FIRST & CHANNING STS. N.W. + Cverlooking Beautiful McMillian Perk . Open for Inspection Sunday 00 to 6:00 ucted house in this bes section. THOS. E. JARRELL 837 Woodward Bldg. he svere ment; second much mder positic I Wa, Phones Main 766, 3370 {if! /HEN YOU SEE THESE HOMES You'll Recognize the Quality Features Chevy Chase Crest, D. C. Near Chevy Chase Circle Only $1,500 Cash Required Description bufit-in tub, extra shower bath water heat, fire- rooms, tile b nt, reception hardwood floors, ed attic, fully s urg water eened, extra fine kitchen equ@o- ment, HOW TO REACH PROPERTY: Chevy Chase car to Chevy Chase Circle, get off at Chevy Chase Circle, walk east on Ritten- house Street to Broad Branch Road, north one block to property. TERRELL' & LITTLE, Inc. 1206 18th St. N.W. Main 3285 Phone Franklin 1686-J or Potomac 2892-J correspond- | } ny business L THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, SATURDAY year—have shown a consisfent de- cline. The margins of gain have narrowed until we have finally crossed “par’ and are now running below last year's figures. Dullness in textile industries has been notorious, and the gradual slowing of the building boom—which, however, is still run- ning at high figures for some sec- tions—has furnished the color for an otherwise drab decline. Sces “Moderate” Improvement. Looking forward to the last half of the year the figures would indicate pect of a moderate Improve- ith the accent on the “mod- rather than upon the “im- provement.” Several factors support this expectation. The decline during the first half of the year has been steagy and in many instances a Present indications would that certainly the rate of descent must slow up and eventvally give way to a sidewlse movement. General business activity, for in- stance, which has been running at 13 per cent below normal for the last shows resistance in_ this Money is easy. The fact has been used as an argument for expecting te return of prosperity. ver, plays the part of a er than the prtme mover business machine. Tight can slow things down very fo———|o[———0] Il CLEVELAND PARK [a=———]o]c———o] 362 A brand-new Pittsburg automat way to garage. Liberal Terms 0|——=|a|c——=|al———=[0]|———7]a|]c——]a]—2|0] Beautiful Detached Residence 98 Chestnut Street Takoma Park, D. C. Facing tern Ave. DE 11 Rcoms and 2 Baths Hct-Water Heat, Electricity and Gas Three-Car Garage, Chicken Run Large Lot This home is surrounded with beautiful ehade trees, also apple, plum, pear, quince and cherry trees. An inspection of this home and its grpunds is well worth while. Phone us and we will arrange for your inspection, either by driving you out to the premises or meeting you there at your convenience. Open for Inspection All Day Sunday From 11 AM. to7 P.M. L. E. BREUNINGER & SONS Phone Main 6140 706 Colorado Bldg. Phone M. Brockson, Adam: m o ished with the utmost care effectively, but easy money does not, in and of itself, start business’ im- provement. Money Rates Favorable. There is no question that available credit and favorable interest rates at the present time constitute a favor- ing factor for any improvement which may develop, The better alignment of farmer prices and industrial com- modity prices which I have already mentioned makes the farmer a more representative buyer in our markets. His problem ‘is not solved, by any means, but so far so good. The hand-to-mouth buying policy which has been the fashion for the last few months has tended to de- crease stocks on hand. This means a resumption of buying for many in- dustries which have suffered extreme depression while surplus stocks were being used up. A moderate improvement in busi- ness this fall may come, but it will be well to remember that the read- justment is not yet competed and no one knows what the balance of the year will show. STUDEBAKE Just Drive It; That’s All Eala|———=]o]c———=]alc———=]alc——=|0] EXCEPTIONAL VALUE IN A NEW DETACHED HOME Location is one of the most beautiful and convenient suburban environments in Washing- ofl ton—genuine home life | and refined atmosphere. BRIEF DETAILS house—ready for occupancy. ic heater. Hot water heating system. Cren for Inspection Sunday BOSS & PHELPS The Home of Homes Main 9300 |——|o]l—=lasl———al——=|n| IEI T D You Can’t See the Kitchen From the Front Door of This House no Matter How Many Doors are Open We’ve Changed the Plan All Around . and it Has Been a Successful, Popular Change COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF 5412 13th N.W. Open Until 9 P.M. 1¢s All Home Inside and Out It Has “Appearance’” and “Distinction” Because It Is Decidedly “Different” - Semi-detached; eight outside rooms; two outside baths; two-car garage. Price and terms reasonable. See It All—The Picture Shows You Only a Part 1319 N. Y. Ave. D.JDUNIGAN Near the New National Cathedral and Cleveland Park public school. Just off the car and bus line. Twelve minutes by auto to White House. healthful, delightful Individual in plan—built and fin- « There are numerous features and attractions—four bed- rooms: spacious living room with Colonial fireplace; beautiful white oak floors throughout : completely screened, including both porches: choice electrical fixtures. 3 Cause for Surprise. From London Opinjon. A man claims to be able to hear through his spine. We are surprised that it is nét a woman. Judging by the present fashion in evening dress, she gives her spine every chance. Apartment For Rent 3409 29th Street NW. (Just_ north of Clevelan Park, _Take Conn. Ave. car and get off at Ordway St. Walk one-half square west to 29th St) 2 rooms, kitchenette and bath $60.00 3 rooms, kitchenette and bath $72.00 All apartments in excellent condition. All outside rooms. One of the coolest spots in Washington. Open for inspec- tion. B. F. SAUL CO. 1412 Eye St. N.W. Main 2100 Street { { | i fl fl m m m Ei Beautiful lot—cement drive- ONE SOLD g > i 1417 K St. N.W. |I| o] M. 1267 JULY 19, 1924. jo——|0|c——=]a|c——=|a|——=]ol——|o]c——T]o]—] REAL ESTATE. 15 Homes for Home Lovers - Just Completed and Offered for Sale To Discriminating Buyers Open for Your Inspection Sunday 2:00 to 9:00 P.M. B L 1300 Geranium Street A magnificent home on a wonderful corner lot, just off Alaska Avenue. Large living room with open fireplace; club room and lavatory on first floor. Ideal kitchen. Two large side porches. Garage to match house. Without doubt the biggest value in the city. Kensington Height NORTH OF WASHINGTON; out 7th Street Pike way, where the air is cool, fresh and invigorating; on main road from Wheaton to Ken- sington; 34 acre of ground: semi-bungalow, with hot-water heat and electricity; tiled bath; beautiful shrubbery: 20 minutes’ ride to White House. See our sign on gproperty. 5405-7 41st Street Chevy Chase, D. C. ) Very unusual tapestry brick houses, each 23x36; four bedrooms, 2 baths, brick garage, two 10-foot back porches:.deep lot; absolutely per- fect in design and workmanship. Built to fulfill your “Home Dream”; hot-water storage system; bass wood trim and solid birch doors throughout. Each of these houses is priced right, with terms. Drive Out Sunday and Inspect Our Arguments are all in the Houses Salesmen On Premises Thos. E. Jarrell 837 Woodward Building ~ Realtor Main 766-3370