Evening Star Newspaper, November 3, 1928, Page 20

REAL IRCH ADDRESSES N REALTORS “zident of Association to; {1ake Drive for Develop- | ment of State. * 1w N. Church, elected president of virginta Real Estate Association at | recent conve n at Roanoke, in address before the November mccb; of the Alexan- i a-Arlington- iax Real Estate -sd, pledged elf to make Virginia realty ciation more ve in the na- »nal realtors' y and in the ac- ration of de- on. Church :ssed the tance thern s of the i 8 i pointed out | t the territory GUY N. CHURCH. | wprising Alexandria City, Arlington 1 Fairfax Countles has 'become so | sulous in recent years that it may | called Virginia's third urban area. The speaker asked co-operation of mbers of the board in a campaign | make further development in Vir- »ia_sound and substantial, unhamp- »d by “boom” methods and other un- | irable factors. Mrs. Ruby Lee Minar, secretary, made report on activities of the State altors’ Convention. “NNOUNCES BOOKS | OF HOME INTEREST George F. Bowerman Gives{ List Now Available at Pub- lic Library. A wealth of information concerning +ne planning, construction, decoration, rquipment and landscaping of a home ‘3 available at the Washington Public brary, it was announced today by Dr. corge F. Bowerman, librarian, in mak- i g public a list of books offered for use. | For those contemplating building or ying a home, or planning to remodel eir houses, these books are suggested the Public Library as containing in- resting and valuable information: “The Smaller American House,” by E. B. Power, which illustrates 55 houses ~f'the less expensive type selected from the recent work of architects in all rarts of the country. | “The House of Simplicity,” by E. D. Seal. This book describes houses fur- | nished with varying degrees of sim- | piicity. “Books of a Thousand Homes at Mod- erate Cost,” by H. A. Smith. The large proportion of the plans are the work of individual architects which have never. hefore been made available to the gen- 2ral public. “How to Plan, Finance and Build Your Home,” by the Architects’ Small House Service Bureau. Such subjects as “lumbing, ‘heating, mechanical equi) ment, furnishing and painting are dis- ~ussed in this book, showing “more than 100 types of well balanced small homes.” “Design of Small Properties; A Book “or the Home Owner in City and Coun- ty,” by M. E. Bottomley. The designs 1 the book are said to be simple, suit- ble for small spaces. The position of *1e home on the lot, location of garage, -ralks, gardens and planting of trees snd shrubs are discussed with reference > the average city and suburban home. “The Spanish Home for America,” by “exford Newcomb. Separate chapters ve devoted to architectural features oth inside and outside, furnishings in 2eping with the style of the house and e arrangement of the patio and gar- °n, with illustrations. “Appraisal of Real Estate,” by F. M. “abeock. Such subjects as elements of al estate value, - preciation are discussed. 120 HURT IN RIOTING. WARSAW, November 3 (#).—The re- 'ts of the rioting at Lwow on Thurs- y during a Polish celebration were | \r; serious than first reports indi- ed. One hundred and twenty persons were ured, six of them fatally. Sixty crainians were arrested. All has been iet since the outbreak. GEORGETOWN 2917 Q Street Two-story and basement brick sesidence of ‘6 rooms and bath, seception hall and butler's pantry. electricity; new hot-water heating plant and 4 fireplaces. o $7,950 low at V/ith Very Reasonable Terms Sunday after 10 A.M. 7. H. West Company 1529 K Street Main 9900 Bungalows in Chevy Chase, Maryland Prices $6,950—8$7,750 4 Sold—2 Left 404 and 410 Taylor Street Chevy Chase, Md. 6 and 8 Rooms and Bath Located in a Section of Distinetion East of Connecticut Ave. Convenient to Evey Facility CONCRETE STREETS These beautiful bun, oh lots 50x101 ft. have five and cight spacious rooms and bath, hot-water heat, electric hts, fireplace, Colonial front porch. These are excellently situated in a charming section of CHEVY CHASE, MD. Representative on Premises Open and Lighted Until 9 P.M. Terms Arranged §. Dallas Grady 904 14th St. NW.- Main 6181 appraisal procedure || 'd method, income as evidence of || lue, appraisal of income property, || praisal of residential property and || ESTATE, ? THE WOODRIDGE GLADIOLUS Learning that Charles E. F. Gersdorff, well known gladiolus grower and breeder of this city, had named one of his prom- ising new varieties “Woodridge” in honor of the Woodridge Garden Club, the Garden Editor thought that Woodridge people and other flower lovers about the age and history of this new flower. Mr. Gerstlorfl kindly furnished the following information: Woodridge—“Parentage was Longfel- low (Decorah Gladiolus Gardens) X Giant Nymph (Coleman), the former being the seed parent. Color is orient pink flecked and blended geranium pink with throat of lemon yellow bearing halo of bittersweet pink (color descrip- tion by Ridgway). In common terms, an orange salmon pink of delicate hue. Open form, up to 5 inches diameter, medium_long spike with seven flowers open. Possible date of introduction in Spring of 1933.” At the same time Mr. Gersdorff sent in a description of another of his seed- lings, named “Howard Watkins” honor of one of his friends, who al well known in local amateur gard: circles. Howard Watkins — “Parentage was Goldenes Vliess (Pfitzer) X Souvenir (Jonkheer) X Golden Measure (Kel- way). Of the new primulinus grandi- flora type, it is medium large, with seven open on a spike of medium length, in color pinard yellow to throat of em- pire yellow and of open triangular form. Its coloring is notable for its uniform depth of tone, one of the really deep pure yellows. Possible date of introduc- tion about like that of Woodridge.” _ It is to be confidently expected that in due season these two new varieties of gladiolus will be found in many of the local gardens. WINTER ROOT GROWTH Evidence that many plants keep on developing their roots during the Win. ter season has been rapidly accumulat- ing during recent years. “Observations at the Oregon Agricultural College, Corvallis, Oreg., showed that apple and out the Winter unless subjected to freezing, drought or long continued submergence in water. Very recently the Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum in Afizona has reported that peach and apricot roots make con- Your Address More distinctive features than most homes much higher in price $13,950 On Convenient Terms Exhibit Home 1824 Irving St. N.W. Open 9 AM. to 10 PM. Gardening in Washington AND ITS ENVIRONS Conducted by J. W. Wellington, Garden Editor, The Star. city might be interested in the parent- | | reason why practically all hardy plants in | filbert roots continued to grow through- | THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. ¢. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1928.° tinuous growth throughout the dormant season. Other plants, notably the or- ange and the European grape, ceased growth during this period. The bearing that these observations have on ordinary gardening practice wouid seem to be in the matter of Au- tumn planting of fruit trees and shrubs. Obviously if the plant is able to develop roots during the Winter season, it is in better condition to go ahead in the Spring than is the plant transplanted at that season. Mr. Winn T. Simmons of Takoma Park has reported that he has during the dormant season frequently observed new roots on Fall-planted | roses. In the moderate climate that prevails in this vicinity there seems no should not be set but at this season. In fact it appears the logical season for planting. VEGETABLES FOR WINTER The plan of growing vegetables for Winter storage no longer commends it- self to the average home gardener un- less he be situated on a large suburban place with outdoor cellars. Since Southern-grown vegetables have begun w0 come to our markets so continuously and in such abundance that prices gen- eraily are reasonable, the need of Win- ter storage has largely disappeared. Yet there are a few crops that can be han- dled to advantage. Winter squash, cel- ery for Christmas, chicory or French endive, as it is commonly known, are all profitable and desirable crops for storage. Parsnips are worth while, too, but with their complete hardiness may be left in the open garden. Celery plants, lifted roots and all and reset in soil in a gool, dark cel- lar or protected cold frdme, will gradu- ally blanch out clear white or whitish yellow and become very tender and delicious. It is necessary to apply enough water to keep the plants from wilting. Some late-maturing varieties, such as the Giant Pascal, need to be handled in this way to blanch prop- erly. The Winter squashes of the type of the warted Hubbard and Delicious may be held very nicely in a dry room kept at *about 50 degrees Fahrenheit. This is one vegetable that does not come from the South. French endive or chicory is a com- paratively new vegetable, but one that is rapidly gaining in popularity. The plants are raised in the garden much in the same manner as is the parsnip. With the advent of severe weather the roots should be dug and placed in a Pesley $14,950 Six rooms Modern bath Large sleeping porch Front porch and big liv- ing porch in rear into Cathedral Bisit the Ideal Home Exposition Very unusual price for a most unusual Home 4540 Lowell Street The owner of this attractive Home is leav- ing Washington—and to induce quick sale the price has been materially reduced to— It’s located on one of the highest points in this beautiful community—on a lot 50x150 feet —most elaborately planted. Details Open Sunday from 10 AM. to 6 P.M. Motor out Massachusetts Avenue across Wisconsin Avenue, turning Avenue — leading directly to Wesley Heights. W. C. and A. N. Miller 1119 Seventeenth Street PHeights With Convenient- Terms. Awnings Screens Oil Burner Weatherstripped Garage to match cool but non-freezing cellar. From time to time the roots may be brought into the warm cellar and forced in boxes of sand or peat moss. A layer of 5 or 6 inches of material should be placed over the crown of the root so t developing the leaves will be held to- gether in the form of a tight head. The covering also serves to blanch the head. No vegetable is easier grown than chicory, and it really makes a delightful salad, as may be attested by the largé quantities sold. Growing a few vegetables to cover the interim between the end of the Northern gardens and the influx of Southern vegetables helps to tide over the only scant period of the year. RODENT PROTECTION Rabbits, rats, mice and woodchucks, all rodents, at times take toll of young fruit trees. Some of the larger animals are comparatively easily hindered in their depredations by strong wire net- ting placed about the base of the trunks in the form of cylinders. The wire is not fastened to the tree in any way, but is woven together at the ends with wire. Such a protection will de- ter rabbits, woodchucks and most forms of mice. In regions of deep snow such as rarely obtains in this immediate region, rabbits do sometimes cause in- jury above the screens, but this cir- cumstance is scarcely possible here. Mice are really the most serious pests of all, because certain forms burrow into the soil and eat the bark off of the roots. Last Winter these burrow- ing forms of mice caused thousands of dollars of injury in Maryland and Vir- ginia orchards.” Poisoning with cereals treated with strychnine helped some- what, but was not wholly adequate. To prevent injury to birds, the poisoned bait was placed in hollow tiles or under supported boards or stones. Many and diverse are the remedies, or rather Px’evenuves. suggested for ro- dents—whitewash, lime sulphur and va- rious obnoxious substances painted on the trunks. Many of these are useless; some are very transitory in effect and soon leave the tree without protection, The wire cylinder and the poisoned bait are about the only reliable preventives. The cutting down and clearing away of brush, tall weeds and old grass is a good measure. Some species of mice ;‘&ifi,“,fi.c'fi’ c‘x:u:! cleur:, soil, so it is ice lean off an area about the base of the tree. 3 CLEANING-UP TIME I After the frosts comes cleaning-u; time in the garden. All old fl%wepr stalks and vegetable plants should be athered and burled in_a_pit. where West of Conn. Ave. Near Stores and Schools 4109 Leland Street Chevy Chase, Md. Detached Lot 50x150 Large Screened Porch . Price $11.500 This home is located in the most beautiful subdivision of Chevy Chase, Maryland — de- signed for those who make of living a fine art. Everything that . a family could demand is in this home. Open Saturday and Sunday 4 Bedrooms Garage Representative on Premises J. Dallas Grady 904 14th St. N.W. Main 6181 OVER SOLD INSPECT THEM TODAY OFFICE AT Open Until 9 PM. phone Georgia 394. Decatur 610 -| the fertility of the garden. | they will eventually become the basis|ties are brieflly described. Prof. for very good soil. - Woody stems, such| Hottes has contributed several worth- as old raspberry canes and tree prun-|while books on gardening ings, should be burned. Weeds, if |among which are his “Practical Plant there be such, should be cut and de-| Propagation” and “Little Book of An- in | stroyed. Gardens may advantageously | nuals be spaded in preparation for the com- ing year, leaving the soil in rough| clods, so that the weather m each | all portions of the surface soil. Of course, where Winter rye or wheat has| been 'sown as a cover crop. the soil Horticultural The Takoma Club, chould not be disturbed until Bpring. | (hrough the agency of its purchasing | This has been & fine Autumn for 'goyer | . / " irma crops. Even late planted crops have| COMmittee, Edwin H. Powell, chairman made satisfactory growth. The cover|has been busily engaged in the distri- crop and commercial fertilizer combinas | pution of a large importation of tulips, | tio1 is not quite equal to stable manure, . o cin i Gkhar SoTAn@ il The . ; lityacinths and other Hollar s. e oty S necy toward keeping UP |4er for the bulbs was made up last | Spring and sent fo Holland, where Much has been sald and written of was packed sepa- farmers leaving their valuable ma- | Purchaser’s order chinery and tools out in the storms to | e | fiotable | Frank Staten. ach | rately. The bulbs are of unusual size | rust. The home gardener must be care- ful not to emulate their example. Lawn mowers may very well be thoroughly oiled and wiped with an oiled cloth be- fore laying away for the Winter, espe- ially if the storage place is a damp out-of-door location. Wheel cultivators, sceders, rakes, forks and hoes will all benefit’' by cleaning and oiling of the metal parts before being put away for the long Winter rest. | and " quelity. The Rockville Community Garder. Club met*Friday, October 26, at the home of Mps..Carl Eastwood of Ro ville, with Mrs, ‘William D. Clark assist ing the hostess, .The meeting was. de voted to the ftrahsaction of busine: The committee ift.charge of the benefl card party held Oetober 19 at Mrs. L. | L. Nicholson's reported a net profit of $40. A contribution was voted for the new playground now un Washington’s Greatesf Home Value *6,750 to *7,850 450 ALREADY EVERY HOME SEMI - DETACHED 8th & Tuckerman Sts. N.W. BY AUTO—Out Sixteenth St. through Colorado, thenee fo Tuckerman Strcet and Elghth. Tele- in Rockville. The ani increased from the pi to $1. A commiitee com Welsh, chairman, and Mr Mrs. Ward, ) Berry ar lard appointed to planting of trees and crnamentais along the highways entering Rockville. The next meeting will be held evening of November 9 at the Rockv Clubhouse, with Mrs. Harry and Mrs. Leland Fisher as hoste: speaker will be announced later. GARDEN ITEMS ‘Tulips may be planted with expecta- | tion of good success all through this month although the sooner the better. | Digging in the bulb bed at this time, one | is surprised to find that tulip bulbs | which escaped Spring digging and have | lain_in the soil all Summer have just barely begun to grow roots. Narcissus, | on the “ouer hand. is how rooting | tlizer mixed into the soil under i | sented. 2 ulbs is better than fertilizer broad- | r-pne National Cs cast over the surface of the Soil ATer | eoon e i planting. The fertilizer should not he | on. ms placed i direct contact with tho. bulb itself. 1 Federation of garet C. Lan- caster of Takoma Park, D. C.. president, and Miss Laura Ann Wadswo | Washington Grove, Md., ; cet Monday, November One of the most interesting and use- | Ko & omoa e terian, Church Hal ful books that has appeared for some | Tywenty-second strect and Rhode Island time is “The Book of Shrubs,” by Pro- | avenue northeast. The Woodridge G fessor A. C. Hottes of Ohio State Uni- | den Club will meet the same evening versity. Propagation, pruning and s0il | acting as host to the federation, with requirements are discussed in simple di- | which it is affiliated. rect words, understandable to any gar- dener. The principal species and varie- PERFECT HOMES THEY HAVE ALL the DETAILS NECESSARY to MAKE THEM “PERFECT HOMES” ST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED Our New Takoma Park Bungalows and two-story brick homes are specially planned to make housework . easy. These houses are well built and very attractive in every way. Have 5 and 6 rooms, 2 and 3 bedrooms, sleeping porches and every improvement. Large lots. Shade trees. Room for nice garden. Prices and terms positively right. Construction guaranteed by owner. Come out Sunday to 5th and Van Buren Streets N.W. You won’t regret it. H. L. THORNTON Owner and Builder 6900 4th St., Takoma Park, D. C. ' Office Phone Georgia 2291 Semi-detached, brick and located in this wonderful Wardman development, these homes have already been sold to more than 450 people who know home values! Adjoining Fort Stevens is the new 20-acre Government Recreational Park—a truly ideal spot for children. ILarge rooms and porches are noticeable in all the homes, as is every modern convenience that is available. Stores, churches, schools and cars are but a short distance away. .. With the rent money you are now paying to your landlord you can soon own one of these homes! Judge for yourself the tremendous values of these modern homes. Come out today—- and you will move in tomorrow! - WARDMAN 1437 K St. N.W. Main 3830 We House Over One-tenth of _ Washington’s Population The Society of Little Gardens of Fox- | ‘The ‘REAL ESTATE. hall Village held its November meeting | the business meeting refreshments w | at the home of the president, Mrs. Served and a pleasant social hour w Beautiful displays of | 2% flowers were made by Mrs. Lane, Mrs. Sliefer, Mrs. Boswell and Mrs. Phillips speaker of the evening, Mrs. Jerome Lightfoot, talk on “The His | . Rousing his master England, a dog was After ry of Foxhall.” ani in time to save him from death in a fire at Tourquay, hrown from the gave an interesting | window of the buildihg, but re-entered d was burned to death. If you want to see a beautiful Home that can be bought at a bargain price—inspect tomorrow—Sunday 106 Leland Street Chevy Chase, Md. It's located at the Connecticut Avenue end of Leland Street, in a colony of attractive homes —of which this is one of the most impressive. Construction is stucco on hollow tile, which is very enduring. The lot is 75x140 feet—and beautifully landscaped. Eight very attractive rooms, with two baths and lavatory providing unusual facilities. The top floor has two rooms and big storage space. Openings are fitted with screens. The garage has two-car capacity, built-in, and with easy approach. Every detail of this house is in splendid condition. $20,000 is far below value Terms Can Be Arranged Open for Inspection Sunday from 2 P.M. Until Dark. Out Connecticut Avenue to Leland S —turn left—a short square to the Hom: EEVER:=GOSC. [REALTORS ] ' Deal With a Realtor 1415 K Street Maximu| Mai A MARVELOUS RESIDENCE 16th Street Heights 1531 Varnum Sreet Only One Door From 16th Street We recommend this home to any purchaser who demands aristocratic surroundings, conven- ient neighborhood, spacious rooms and most modern household equipment and conveniences. This Colonial Home has four beautifully pro- portioned rooms on the first floor besides a pantry with built-in refrigerator and a large entrance hall. The kitchen is completely equipped. There is a large’open fireplace in the living room. Entrance is gained to the home from a large front concrete porch. On the second floor are four fine sized bed- rooms and two tiled baths. The bath connecting with the master bedroom has a built-in shower. There are many.ample closets, and an attic offers splendid storage facilities. Every room in the house has been newly papered and painted and in each room the hard- wood floors have been refinished. The house is really in EXCELLENT CONDITION. The basement is partitioned and has a lavatory, fruit room and a room for the hot-water heating plant and instantaneous hot-water heater. There is a built-in garage which opens on a paved alley. Special features: Awnings, screens, weathere stripped throughout, rear porch. ADVANTAGEOUSLY PRICED $15,950 OPEN SUNDAY FOR INSPECTION To reach—Take 16th St. Bus or 14th St. Car to Varnum Street. 4752