Evening Star Newspaper, April 13, 1929, Page 17

- DRYLAWNIOLATION INPERLS LEASE | Realty Board Counsel Warns Renters of Penaity for licit Liquor Traffic. Any violation of the prohibition law ! on the part of a renter immediately en- . ables the owner to cancel his lease, even if there is mothing in it to that effect, because this provision' is in the Vol- . stead act, the National Association of Real Estate Boards declares today in its weekly lesson on subjects having to do with land. Does the property owner have to en- force the prohibition law? asks the as- sociation. “Yes,” says its general coun- sel, Nathan Willlam MacChesney of Chicago. “The law expects the owner of property to know if a tenant. makes moonshine in his cellar or sells liquor in his parlor, and the discretion of local courts may padlock private dwellings en if the owner did not know what going on. “The law expects property owners to watch over their holdings so far as the Volstead act is corrcerned. The act en- deavors to help owners in this situa- tion by a clause that is little known, under which. lessors are empowered.to compel forfeiture of leases when this law is broken.” Operation of Law Outlined. In any violation of the prohibition law two actions can be taken, Gen. MacChesney points eut. “A criminal action can be brought against the per- son guilty of the violation on the basis that he committed a nuisance, ‘and a civil case can be brought against the property itself. Whether one or both of these actions is taken lies in the jurisdiction of the local courts. And in either instance both the owner of the property, who may not have actually knownof the violatjon of the law, and the renter, who did, are held jointly ac- countable. “Although the law provides that structures in which such violations oc- cur may, in the discretion of the local courts, be padlocked for a year, the act also gives the courts some latitude in this_connection and pprmits them, also at their discretion, to ‘allow such prop- erties to be occupied under bond, and also under the condition that liquor will not be manufactured or sold in them from that time on. When Harsh Penalty Is Incurred. “The law deals harshly with a person who has knowledge that liquer is being R OPEN SUNDAY " THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON. D. 0, SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1000, Residence at Forty-sécond and Van Ness streets, with an adjoining conserva- tory.and garden, .which has been purchased py Mrs. F. C. Hall of Pittsburgh, where she will make her home while in Washington. The property was acquired through the office of J. Leo Kolb. Mrs. Hall is interested in horticulture. manufactured or sold on his premises by a tenant and has taken no steps to stop it; then, says the Volstead act, ‘such room, house, building, boat, vehicle, structure or place.shall be subject to a lien for and may be sold to pay all fines and costs assessed against the person guilty of such nuisance for such viola- tiop, and any such lien may be emforced by action in any court having jurisdic- tion.’ In such a case the owner might lose his property for the payment of fines for the violation he condoned on the part of his tenant. “But happily the law never proceeds in such cases against a rented property without the owner’s knowledge if he can be found in the jurisdiction of the courts. Section 39 of the Volstead act provides that ‘in all cases wherein property of ‘any citizen is proceeded against or wherein a judgment affe ing it might be rendered, and the cil zen is not the one who in person vi lated the provisions of the law, sum mons must be issued in due form and to be found within the jurisdiction of the court.” “Both the lessee, out of the jurisdic- tion of the court—say, for instance, ‘sunning himself on the Riviera and thinking affectionately of “the income from his rented properties—is just out of luck should his tenants turn boot- leggers. His property can be padlocked in his -absence, though it isn’t likely that it will be unless a loel judge is particularly ‘mad’ about the situation. In all events, the law expects the prop- erty owner either to remain at home and keep an eye on his tenants or see that 'iome competent agent ‘does s0.” Rev. W. D. Jarvis to Preach. Rev. William D. Jarvis will preach at New Bethel Baptist Church, Ninth, and S streets, tomorrow at 11 a.m. on “Our Lord's Second Appearance to the Church After His Resurrection.” Chris- tian Endeavor Society will meet in joint t Lincoln Templ rvice RESTRICTIONS GAIN - IN OWNER'S FAVOR Many Realty BuyerskWant Assurance Homes Will Be Protected. Restriction and its corresponding protection are apparently more and more the demand of the purchaser of subdivision lots, if the statistics on 84 subdivision developments, compiled and tabulated by Helen Monchow and pub- lished by the Institute for Research in Land Economics and Public_ Utilities, are to be regarded as showing a fair indication of the general trend: The man who buys a subdivision lot today looks to it carefully to see that the deed to his lot limits-him as to just what he can’ build thereon in order that he may be spared ‘a shack, fac- tory, garage used as residence, or some other inappropriate building on the lot adjoining his property or'at the corner of the block, and so that he may be sure of the color and race of his next door neighbor, the survey showed. Renorts to Be Issued.” Of the 84 developments studied 40 in- clude in their deed restrictions re- straints as to allenation and occupancy, and 38 of these 40" are recent deyelop- ments; 33 of these restraints aré upon both alienation and occupancy; 4 are upon alienation alone, and 3 are upon occupancy alone. According to the tables in this com- pilation, which constitutes one of a series of subdivision research mono- graphs how in preparation, which will be published by the institute, the most common period of duration of restric- tlons is for 20 years, although in the most recent development the duration period tends to cluster about the 33- year mark, on the theory that a man buys his homestead when starting his career, and that a 33-yedr restriction will keep his property desirable as a home for him during the most active years of his life. There is one example f a development in which the tions are imposed for a period of 101 years, and two other single instances of 63 and 40 year restriction ficrlodl The shortest duration for restrictions is the 10-yedr period. Building Plans Studied. ‘The most important of the restric- tions pertaining to the type and use of structures is that which requires ap- broval of building plans. Nearly half of {he developments studied contain such clauses in “their deeds. This t; of restriction, as are the ones on aliena- tion and occupancy, is a new device whose use 18 increasing. Set-back pro- visions for the buildings are almost in- variably among the deed restrictions. Enforcement of restrictions is usually accomplished through property owners’ associations, ‘The usual method of re- straining violators of restrictions is through the serving of injunction. “JESUS, TROUBLEMAKER.” Rev. R. W. Topic for Morning Sermon. At the services of ‘Lincoln Congrega- tional Temple tomorrow morning Rev. R. W. Brooks will speak from the theme “Jesus, the Troublemaker.” The holy communion will be observed, At 6:45 p.m. ‘the Christian Endeavor Soclety will present a literary program. At 8 pm. a lay sermon will be de- livered by Prof. Kelly Miller of Howard University, His subject will be “The Religious Future of the Negro.” - Bombay, India, has been having seri- ous labor riots, Brooks Announces 2 inspection 77 This "Nw Home will be open Sunday for your ‘The United Association of Journey- men Plumbers and Steamfitters of the United States and Canada this week took possession of large quarters on the fifth floor of the Machinist Building, 815 Mount Vernon place, adding an- other organization to the long list of national and international associations having home offices in the National Capital. ‘The newcomers to Washington moved here from Chicago, following the leas- ing of the entire area of the fifth floor iol the building from the Machinists' International Union, owners of the property, and location of the headquar- ters of the organization here being in conformity with decision reached at the convention of the association last Sep- tember at Atlantic City. ‘The association has a five-year lease, with the option of an additional five- year term. In the quarters are offices of John Coefield, general president of the association, who is a vice president of the American Federation of Labor; ‘Thomas E. Burke, general secretary and secretary. The association has about 70,000 members in about 900 unions over the country and in Canada. ‘The quarters here formerly were oc: cupied by-the headquarters of the In- ternational Brotherhood of Electrical \ Y, 2227 treasurer, and Frank Kennedy, assistant | § REAY ESTATE. PLUMBERS' UNION OCCUPIES MACHINIST BUILDING SPACE Workers' Benefit. Association, which some time ago was moved to the new building at 1200 Fifteenth street, owned by the assoclation. Bullt in 1811, the £2-ton ship Ceres, believed to be the oldest vessel still in service in Britain, is now plying be- tween Bude, England, and Cardiff, 17 SERMONS FOR BAPTISTS Metropolitan Pastor to Preach Twice Tomorrow. Pastor John' Compton Ball will preach in the Metropolitan Baptist Church tomorrow morning on “God's Ornaments” or “Adorning’ the Doc- trine” A number of new members will be received into the fellowship of the church In the evening the faculty and stu- dents of the Columbia Bible Training School of this cify will be the guests ::rv!‘he church and take part in the Wm. 1433 K St. N.W. OPEN SUNDAY 5908 Sixteenth St. N.W. Magnificent New Detached Brick Residence of Distinctive De- sign and containing 12 rooms and 4 baths; house about 43 feet in width on a lot fronting 60 feet by generous depth to alley; separate garage for 2 cars with overhead door:, etc. This home has strictly madern appointments, including Silent Automatic Oil Burner, electric refrigeration, etc. Environment exceptionally fine. - See and be convinced H. Saunders Co., Inc. Realtors, Established 1887 District 1017 T P 1 _ Less Than *20,000 —and upon agreeable terms— 120 Hesketh Street 1% Squares from Chevy Chase Circle Old Chevy Chase, Md. Center hall Colonial—of typical type. Practically new. 2 4901 13th COR. EMERSON ST. Large lot, opposite Park, ideal roundings; = 8-room _modern hou porches, double garage. Price low- Tight terms—consider renting. 4819 IOWA AVE. Intersection 14th St, mext to corner ¢ Emerson; view surpasses any home in ction of detached houses, bath, mod: 50x100 to slley, suitable To_se = 22 ARGE, light, airy rooms with L southern exposure are the chicfest charm of this detached home. There are eight rooms, including the man’s room, on the first floor. Two tiled baths, one of which has a shower, a first-floor tiled lavatory and base- ment lavatory add much to the liva- bility of the home. The kitchens are completely equipped. There is a large front living porch. Many commodious closets, built-in bookcases, and an open fireplace complete the equipment of this charming dwelling. KELVINATOR ELECTRIC REFRIGERATION 1365 HAMILTON STREET 777 i ern, garage, lot 1o e or " elte "and ter can s it 8 note. may consider small house In part payment. 1350 FAI‘l}MONT N.wW. rooms and 3 baths, to settle Z Slate Roof Screens Awnings Weather Stripped Planting 4 Big Bedrooms 2 Tiled Baths Hot Water Heat Hardwood Floors 2-Car Garage In exceptionally good condition, and at the price a very advantageous buy. Ready for immediate occu- pancy. i Open for Inspection All Day Sunday 10 AM. to 9 P.M. Nesr 13th. Semi-detachied 6 rooms and b B ontal brick, " double - rear rches, modern, brick garage. Owned y_finance company; price and interesting: will rent 1t for $67.50 month gr take mmall house or second trust note i trade. POTOMAC, VA. 77 % Unusually Large Lot 2 e terms. Z . A beautiful centdr hall, Colonial home, It is located on a lovely knoll several hundred. feet off the roadway amid a grove of rare old shade trees N.W. which enhance its rural setting. The whole achieves Sy an engaging effect of privacy, comfort and livable- ness, creating a perfect hidden refuge. Within thirty minutes of the heart of the city. The house is thoroughly modern, in excellent condition, con- taining elght rooms, two baths, maid's room and SHANNON"‘& LUCHS bath, two huge porches, automatic oil system, elec- — - 1 Moohacre A thlleman‘s. Country Estate f‘ QEbggnlmut ‘A Garden Spot in Montgomery Co., Maryland, Near the District Over 2 Acres : Open: “'’All Day Sunday Drive out Conn. Ave_ west on_ Bradley Lane, across is. Ave. on Bradley Bivd. to Glennbrook Rd., north to property, ] % 7 5 rooms and bath. will build garage if No reasonable offer refused on cash pay- ment_$200, balance easy, or will rent it for §35 month, or trade for small D. C. equity (key next door). HIGHLAND PARK WESTMORE, VA. desired. ' Kennedy-Chamberlin Developfn;znt Co. 2400 Sixteenth Street Columbia 7280 tric refrigeration. Two-car ‘garage, several out- buildings, and the necessary conveniences for its proper care. The gardens are given charm by their seclusion, interest and mystery, a variety of bearing fruit trees are in sufficient numbers for owner’s use. It is the ideal home for a busy business man or a family with children. * We can offer this prop- erty at a special price, and can add that 8 moderate priced residence of proper valuation will be con- sidered in exchange, ROSSERMHELPS e spectively. For further data call at either office. SUITLAND, MD. Junction of two State Toads: over an acre of ground, large store, Warehor dwelling, 5arn, garage, gas {anks, etc. now vacant; previously owned and rui - by same party for 12 years s grocery, etc.; has retired owing to bad health: a money-maker for right party. Will sell at sacrifice price, jerms easy, lease at _less than 31 month, or take small property in trade. N. E. RYON CO. Main ¢597. 1318 N. ¥, A) Columbis i .3 Clarendon 1250. Main 9300 IS. THE RESULT OF THESE FEATURES Location « Design « Construction One of the fine streets in Petworth, just off Kansas Ave. A completely improv- ed neighborhood. Concrete streets and alleys, curbs, parking, every improve- ment is made and paid for. Thére will be no special assessments. Facing a simi- lar group of Dunigan-Built homes, all sold and occu- pied. Convenient to public or parochial schools, stores and transportation. ‘A home of pleasing ap- pearance and every con- venience. Large, light rooms, three big porches, an exceptionally fine bath’ —tiled—with. built-in fix- tures and shower. A cold storage pantry off the well- equipped kitchen. Gener- ous closet space. Airy, light cellar with laundry trays and toilet. A fine back yard with a detached garage. Dunigan - Built means thorough quality. It means the finest materials—skilled workmen under exacting supervision—careful in- spection — painstaking at- tention to detail of finish- ing—it means that every proven home-making con- venience is included—a home of which you may justly be proud. VAN BUREN One of the Most Re- markable Values Ever ’ Offered in Washington ® —now available at many thousand dollars urider re- production cost. Rlooomzm as one of the out- ments smong Tesidences, this “We Challenge Comparison” with these fine Homes *$3950 ON EASY TERMS 5016 5th St. N.W. 'ways Ope: D. J. Dunigan, Inc. 1319 N. Y. Ave. Natl. 1267 trim; two- living room, 3( long, vrit.l’:“wy -raftered and railed ; stone fireplace; twelve rooms; three baths; lavatory and lhowmon first floor; butler's pantry; burner; 3 eucg{e dish washer; lsundry; bull in garage. Lot 75x170, adjoining Rock Creek Park. ¥ Owner will consider exchange for smaller house, ground, or business property. Npen Sunday Until 9 P.M.