Evening Star Newspaper, December 17, 1927, Page 18

REAL NSTATE. THE EVENING STAR., WASHINGTON, D. C. SATURDAY. DECEMBER 17, 1927. REAL ESTATEY TILDEN GARDENS SMALL LIV UNITTO BE BULT Five-Story Building, Third in Apartment Project, to Be Started Soon. tion buil Garde M tive: nit the at Co party Tilden firn nect nt ets, be started within xt 10 days, officials of the con- ited tod deve witk nd \{ the h apart wings of of the nits Planned. Seven U the W % ot nearin owners of the fir we hursday eve k Hotel, wher 1 of their o ) Street N elected president; Col. H. A \d Paul We Tilden rdens dinner man I 2 mpany rthwest, as Butcher, secretary Y. S_A., treasurer, #nd R. A. Drain. BUILDING INDUSTRY © SLIGHTLY DECLINES fimrloyment of Crafts Troughhout Country Present Winter 13 Per Cent Below Last Year. $Employment in the building crafts aver the country is this Winter run- ning approximately 13 per cent belew that of last vear. ac mpation obtained by S. W. Straus & Co. from officers of buildir ®&nd Federal labor bur building | contractors and building inspectors in more than 500 cities = Straus made public the fol- tement. reports by international of- v a dozen important build- ifg trades and from statements by nu- yherous building contractors, it is ap- parent that the volume of man-hours Now needed is considerably below the requirements of last Winter. “In the studies made for the current | season it has been found that gen-| erally the employment curve follows just a little behind that of permits jssued. At the present time, official permit records in more than 500 cities ghow a loss from last year of 13 per cent, while labor data” indicates em ployment conditions about 12 per cent below last Winter’s conditions. “These figures are not the reflection of unsound conditions. For the last ording to infor- | trades, State | ! | cur | plewhite sofa, her |and faces the windows. ING ROOM IN REMODELED HOUSE. FURNISHING i Conducted fi BY ELIZABE A Small Living Room. ENEVIEVE HENDRICKS. m than W > have ntown street 1l zone which is now here has three-story 1y built been a many years. I t must have housed and no longer . attention it needed. W the found the little old hou beh of weeds and over- | grown bushes and behind a tottering | porc added in the Vic- { tor almost h cor gs and papers. r two months of work spent on le house smiled once more as charmmg as it ever been in its earlier days. | mmerc forest Living Room in Blue. A living room opens with two win- | dows and a door on to the street. The | | sunlight streaming through these | southern windows gave cause for the walls to be painted a lovely robin's r blue, and the woodwork a few snes deeper. At the windows ruffled s of bei; lor and make pleasing ¢ with the heavy gold.colored ains that hang from the ceiling to the floor. The fireplace is the center of great- | est interest in the room, and about it | the furniture has been placed for com- | fort as well as beauty. A long Hep ge from |1;ku|’u-1 a century { es to the firepla This is cov- ered in deep gold color and holds pil- lows of old brocades in soft crimsons nd blues and greens. Back of the stands a wonderful old hand- ainted Chinese screen, which the owner found in a Paris attic several | years ago. In this screen are to be | found all the shades of blues and greens and crimsons and browns. Against the biue wall it is a sym- phony of color. mar sof h: binet make at right ing ¢ stand a & five years building operations have been ~ abnormal, due to a number of causes. The present movement is matural transition to a more normal opndition and represents a logical ad justment of supply to demand. Th; Building industry will continue to con- | tribute substantial support to the Na tion's prosperi! Lauds Simple, Classical Column. 5 For thousands of years the world’s famous architects and des| rs have found nothing so beautiful and worthy fn building as the simple, classical column, The beauty of these fluted columns has been made available for use on every Kind of structure, from the modest cottage to large public buildings, by the principle of pressed steel column construction. Plans Real Estate Education. The commonwealth of Australia is to have a program of education in real estate principles and practices. Action toward the formation of an| educational policy for the Antipodean continent was taken at a _conference of the Federal Real Estate Institutes and Associations of Australia, held in Adelaide the last week in October. Realty Taught in England. of professional real estate in Great Britain is indi- n announcement of the for- of a new wing for the state 2 gement. Growth education ] in M. L. Rustad Buys Home. M. L. Rustad, who fc Eided 11 Lamont street hased he at 7 pur- e Tucker- t In front of the sofa and parallel to the fireplace is a low bench, placed | there for comfort which is restrained in design and cc {ered in a striped material combining | the colors in the screen | At the end of ti fireplace, stands an early e showing in its des of early Dutch settler ] tle table | place’ end of the sofa, s baster lamp with a pleated shade tinted soft rust colors to 3 delightful contrast with the blues and greens. An old Hepplewhite chair brought from England this past Sum mer stands at this end of the sofa. Its seat is covered in old green brocade. Wall Carefully Treated. The wall opposite the fireplace has | been carefully treated so that its fur- nishings might balance in bulk the fireplace and its surrounding furni ture, An old chest of drawers, lon; the pride of a Maryland family, oc- cupies the center position. Above it | hanging to the ceiling, is an old bro- | caded satin curtain of rich dark | green, which once hung in the Pal ace of Fontainebleau. Against it and reflecting the portralt that over the mantelpiece is a round mir- ror in an old gold frame. Miniatures in their original frames hang ove each other at either side of the bro- cade and give color as well as in | terest to the wall. Flan! { chest are two very fine Chiy | side chairs, whi from Ireland i board by the door leading i | quaint hall holds a of Lowestoft other old e sofa, opposite the American the work On this t the fire- and ws on the 2’7 Built! Only One Left at on easiest possible terms Exhibit Home 419 Marietta PI. N. W. Open Till 9 P. M. Take 14th St. car to 5th and Kennedy, then blocks wmorth to Madison, or Georgia Ave. car to Lonofellow, east to 5th and north to Madison, or drive out 16th and Georgia Ave. to Long- fellow, east to 5th and morth two blocka to Marietta P, or phone us for auto, Note these features! Six fine rooms Tiled Bath Built-in tub Built-in showers Pedestal lavatory Real fireplace Big porches Textone walls Cedar-lined closet Built-in refrigerator One-piece sink Hot-water heat Paved street and alley 1416 Eye St. N.W. Main_ 8919 “BEYOND COMPARISON " H STETSON AND GE | ture independently from another ap- | ON WINTER SLUMP Hoover Cites Change in Theory of Construction in Cold Months. or The Star EVIEVE HENDRICKS stands a grandfather clock | of rich old mal . The height ind bulk of the clock help to balance this end of the room with the other Here in this r rom a half d om are furnishings different countries fe here, for, W 1in or the the woods alike, is restrained cn and all pieces show ard for classic design. The care- lacing of colo bout the room serves to weld together these furnishings of a bygone era. in des The increasing practice of Ameri- in al and the des in particular to elimi- nate the traditional “Winter slump” is noted by Herbert Hoover in his SEPARATE APPRAISAL ::" it i ™ industry gene S building t just made public While a large number of agencies continue to abide by the exploded theory that construction in Winter is both inadvisable and prohibitive, there is a definite trend toward util- 3 ition of the Winter months for con- New York Board Rules Practice iction of every type, it is stated. L The seasonal fluctuations in build- of Determining Values Is nd other construction opera- 1 says Mr. Hoover, “have been Not Ethical. decidedly less marked in the last . thre Gty v Contractors, the owners of buildings and other groups connected with construction have put forth serious efforts to keep building activi nearly even throughout the year and have had the active co-operation of this department in achieving tangible The real ing practice of securing appraisals which the value of the site is obtained from one | appraiser and the value of the struc- | in praiser, is condemned emphatically in | which have just been | the. Real Estate Board | As a consequence, huilding trades workers have enjoved more Stable employment, and at the same time the costs of construction to the pub- lic have undoubtedly been lower than would otherwise have been pos- sible.” resolutions adopted by of New York “The resulting figure necessarily represent the value of the property and the pro- cedure is therefore mot ethical,” the New York board rules. This ruling is directly in line with recommenda- tions made by the board of directors | of the National Association of Real | E ril of the present | particularly the making praisals for real estate bond is- does ot | market Realt; Board Prosecutes 60. The Long Island Real Estate Board made 18 investigations of mi leading advertising in the past year and has taken steps to prevent the continuance of such advertising. It has prosecuted 60 cases of unauthor- ized use of the word realtor, a term coined and held exclusively to mean an active member in good standing of a constituent board of the National Reconciliation of appraisals is neces- sary where more than one appraiser »articipates in making an appraisal for a bond issue, the association holds The text of its recommendations they apply to the ethics of separate appraisals is as follows: “The practice of having one ap- praiser make the valuation of land and another of the building and using the total of the two as the true value is unsound, and is condemned, as s 1o the practice of basing the ap- praisal entirely on the capitali iue of the net income. In apprais: or bond issues where more than one | wppraiser participates, all of the ap praisers estimating the separate units | value, including income, should | reconcile their respective appraisais | and sign a joint report.” 1 Recognizing the importance to the gene public of sound appraisals particularly in the safeguarding of real estate hond issues, and further | recognizing the detrimental effect | which inaccurate or misleading ap- | aisals would be bound to have on state interests generally, the New York board has further empow- ered its board of governors to take ac- tion to investigate the accuracy of valuations brought to its attenion, Devetoren By R.E.LATIMER LAND Co. Inaccurate Price Quotations Hit. Publication of an inaccurate state- ment as to price at which property has been sold s declared a breach of ethics and an unsound practice by action of the Westchester County, ew York, Realty Board. The board has added to its code of ethics a re-| quicement that if any price is pub-| lished for property it must be the | actual selling pricy | EXCLUSIVE AGENTS W2 H.SAUNDERS.CO. Inc. agaLTORS MAIN 1016 hangs | Four Home-buying Bargains In each instance the price is very considerably below the actual value—resulting from circumstances which make quick selling necessary. Inspection can be had by permit only—arranged in per- son or by phone to our office up to 9 p. 4104 Harrison iy Chzse DUE. Beautiful detached brick —eight rooms; two baths and built-in two-car garage. If bought at once $20,000 Special terms 3610 Quesada Chevy Chase, D. C. Wholly detached—eight rooms—two baths and big garage. If bought at once $17,750 Special terms 1108 Fairmont St. N.W. Six rooms, bath and pa- rage; good neighborhood and in splendid condition. 731 Otis St. N.W. bath; per- Six rooms and spacious garage. In fect condition. If bought at once $9,250 Special terms .‘.._‘M‘KEEVER’::E‘QSS.W Deal with a Realtor If bought at once $8,950 Special terms 1415 K Street Main cr four vears than previously. | v more | Fine Arts MOORE TO ADDRESS REALTORS' SESSION éChairman of Fine Arts Com- | mission to Speak at Meeting Tuesday. Charles Moore, cl | Fine Arts Commission, the members of Real Estate Board | meeting Tuesday Wardman Park nounced today by secretary of the Mr. Moore. it expected speak on the work of the fine body in relation to developme |grams for the National Capit ilecture will be jllustrated and vie to be presented will include of architectual development beauty found in some of the I pean capital citie In addition to the address by Moore, there will be a number bhusiness matters to come hefore board, W. C. Miller will d Mr. Schick will act of the ddre: airman will Was the) evening Hotel, it James the at m monthly at the board. is wi pro Tl CHARLES MOORE. $47 in First Half of 1927. Labor, rd to the Department Christmas expenditu new luncheon meetin division of state Board Club Lido of the Hamilt day, at 12:30 o'clock, s nounced today by Lloyd F. G division chairman & » meetir to he in the n: Christmas celebration ments are being made attendance. The luncheon is |arranged by Mr. Gaines with the sistance of Horace Brownin Phillips, William M. Throckmo ton, M. P. Canby, A Landvo Henry T. Gibson, H Pitts and E. J. Kyle. The salesmant ! board will hold t the Hamilton 30 o'clock man, announces nection with office discussed. be held n Hotel princip: the fir the peal e s st ition, at §$35, Wholesale Prices React. reaction from T s ovember by ion collected in representative kets by the Bureau of the Department of Labor reaw’s revised index numbe! ed on prices in the vear 1 and including 550 commoditie ser stands at 96.7 for Nov with 97 for line of 1 gers' division of the a luncheon meeting Hotel Tuesda . McKeever, chair- Matters con- relations be W se price series month he ird of npared fore pe | CHANCE FOR HOME OWNER a de Christmas Problem Solved for the Handy Man. The fortunate home owner who terested in carpentry and has a lighted. comfortable basement in wh to work has partly solved his Christ mas gift problem. Such home sories as picture frames and book ends are easy to make and ways ap- preciated. Offices Saul Building 925 15th St. N.W. It is a simple matter to make thes articles. All that eded is a set desirable ordinary carpenter tools, a glue pot, v reasonable r cans of quickly-dryi fon invited some brushes, is pleasing B. F. SAUL CO. | mean a considerable Main 2100 925 15th St. N.W. Several rooms at Inspec- money, and gifts so made | doubly appreciated will Jameson-Built Model Homes 31 Sold 913 to 937 Quincy Street N.W. Selling Fast Inspect at Once Six large tiled bath, electric lights, hard- wood floors and trim, one-piece % sink, bu ice box, instan- | taneous water heater and other o cxtras Double rear porches, cement front porch. With or without built-in garage rooms, h “Ask the man who owns one” For Sale by Thomas A. Jamesen Co. Owners and Builders 906 N. Y. Ave. NW. Phone Main 5526 me In An Unusual Setting This home, of distinctive design, constructed of stone, hollow tile and stucco, is in a most appro- priate sctting—fronting 120 feet on this wide paved avenue with several magnificent trees and effective plaming. 7206 Alaska Ave. N.W. Corner of 14th St. Everything about it is invitingly roomy. ) Wide cen- ter entrance hall, beautiful staircase, cloak closet and tile lavatory, the living room extends the depth of the house, and opens onto wide side porch with flagstone i loo- diiing oo Bidpe i wifF ke Binntas atchoo and Five bedrooms and finely equipped tile baths comprise the second floor. On the third floor aze three: tooms: onel with' running, water: There is also a two-car garage (built-in). A very fine home, complete, tastefully finished and surprisingly moderate in price. Open Sunday Until 9 P.M. Hedges & Middleton, I Realtors rear stairway. two 1412 Eye St. NW Franklin 9503 | NEW ACACIA LIFE CONSTRUCTION DECLWES. Per Capita Expencitures Average con- nds of new |, for expendi- e department began | the recent | 1t of wholesale prices informa- | mar \bor statistics The n comput the em. the rly one- Compared with an index number | APPEAL TO ARCHITECTS. Two Styles of Home Buildi parently Permanent Two styles of architect nt are stimulat neric | HOME PROGRESSING { | Building Expected to Be Com- pleted and Ready for Occupancy in April. Work Ac on the new he Mutual Life s under c ruction at 1nd nue and First street northeast progressing at such a rapid pace the present outlook is tl ing will be completed 2 ancy during the las according to offici - ompany who state that this time ” N R e )s et fo fhe onentr Purchases Dwel i the new offices r Ethel ( ] While details of these cer ire yet in incomplete form paign for the selection of ind agents throughout the | who will participate is be ducted. All who attain mark in placing insurance among those invited to spening_exercises as gu home. office. In addition to these, ers and assista will be present last for sev present plans ball and tures. Ground me na count g c and other on the ¥y dur new ng the means—selected location—the finest materials— skilled workmen under exacting supervision—it means design that is pleasing and comfortable— it means generous closets—well planned kitch- ens—exceptional baths—Ilarge rooms—deep lots and above all it means unquestioned value. PETWORTH HOMES range in price from $8,930 to $12,500 and can be bought on rent-like monthly payments. There is one that will suit your every need at the price you wish to pay. Sample Homes 5115 Fifth Street N.W. 3915 Illinois Ave. N.W. 607 Gallatin Street N.W. 5131 Fifth Street N.W. Open and Lighted Until 9 P.M. D. J. DUNIGAN, INC 1319 New Ycrk Ave. Main 1267 Never Before Such Values in Cafritz Lifetime Homes In the Best Northwest Sections —because Cafritz values are the result of the econ- omies of volume construction, backed by the vast resources and enormous purchasing power of the Cafritz Organization; home buyers benefit by these economies, getting better homes for less money. New Semi-Detached Homes 4412 Chesapeake St. $8’950 Worth $1,000 More Six rooms, large liv- In a new community. ing room, cozy dining room, well-equipped kitchen and pantry, 3 large bedr‘ooms, ti;‘edi‘:th with built-in tub and fixtures. Three wide covered porches, beautiful natural trim, hard- wood floors, newest equipment. Concrete cel- lar, deep lot 25 ft. wide, big garage. Big 20x32-Ft. Homes 5th & Emerson Sts. $9,450 Just OF Kansas Ave. An outstanding value! $1,500 less than any home like them in Petworth. Attractive design, 6 larg® rooms, 3 big covered porches, tiled bath with built-in tub and shower, artistic decora- tion, hardwood floors, real wardrobe closets. Concrete cellar with modern equipment. Paved street and alley. ARNNRANNNNNNS SAARARNRNRANY Charming Detached Homes Chevy Chase $1 3’ 500 Terrace Exhibit Home—4609 Norwood Drive Overlooking Chevy Chasc s5' course, 15 min- utes from the heart of the city. Six large rooms, 3 spacious bedrooms, living room 16x24 ft., tiled bath with built-in tub, shower and fixtures, tiled guest lavatory, bright kitchen and pantry. Artistic deco- ration, ample wardrobe closets. Covered porch, separate garage, lot 50x132 ft., landscaped grounds. RSN Y ATTRACTIVE CHRISTMAS TERMS Open, Heated and Lighted Until 9 P.M. “t CAFRITZ 2 & K Owners and Builders of Communities