Evening Star Newspaper, February 1, 1930, Page 18

n. REAL 400 000 NEW HOMES | HELD ANUALNEED Summary of Report and Survey Says Demands Have Become Stable. Need of 400,000 new homes annually ly house all the people of the | Uni States.is emphasized by Edward | Eyre Hunt, secretary of the President's | [ confe lerence on unemployment, in his | interpretive summary of the report and survey on economic tions, issued last Spring by the committee on recent economic changes. Mr. Hunt points out in his “An Audit of America” that, though con- stru in recent e has reached an annual value of $7,000,000,000, that | sum is conservative in relation to the| national income and savings when com- | pared with the pe-war figures. | Incredase Becomes Stable. *The annual increase in population,” writes Mr. Hunt, “has become much more nearly stal and we as a peo- ple now require an annual addition of 400,000 homes, as well as other struc- tures. The net loss of the farm popu- lation to cities and towns has resulted in an unusual demand for urbin dwellings; the growth in per capita ia- come and savings has had its effect, as well_as the obsolescence of existing until 1929 there was a generally lower trend of interest rates. Steady progress has also been made toward systematiz- ing the Nation's building program and toward a national pooling of part of the funds.” ‘Analyzing the building problem that arose during the post-war era, Mr. Hunt asserts that general business conditions have ext a marked influerice on the amount of new bullding undertaken. This fell off strikingly in 1924 and again in 1927, Mr. Hunt notes that the abundant. credits available for con- Battonary "building em. requently a m, {requen the r to depression. Only once, he es, in the Spring of 1923, new construction was being projected so rapidly that wholesale prices of build- %m-mms began to mount. He re- that in March of that year Mr. Hoover, then Secretary of Commerce, in reply to the President, wrote sug- that Pederal building be de- ferred for a time. Postponement Advised. Mr. Hunt also points out that in ' April, 1923, the report of the committee on business cycles and unemployment of the President’s conference on unem- yment advised the deferment of pub- E:ovem and the construction work of ‘public service corporations to less pacity costs have never been so high, Mr. Hunt remarks. In the case of residential and com- mercial buildings, Mr. Hunt asserts, pl of a basic sort than before the war. City plan- ning and zoning have advanced, and he sees the development of the National *“Pederal-aid” way system and the interconnection of electric power sys- tems as further evidences of construc- tion broadly planned. LIBRARY PLAN WINS PRAISE OF COUNCIL “Distinguished” Rating Accorded Design of Home for Shake- - spearean Collection. The architectural treatment of the Shakespearean Library, to be erected on the south side of the 200 block of East Capitol street by Henry C. Folger, has been given a “distinguished” rating by the Architects’ Advisory Council, & volunteer jury composed of members of the local chapter of the American In- stitute of Architects. ‘The building, by Paul C. Cret and Alexander B. Trowbridge, will T ST o e ly $1,500,000. ‘The council’s also has “com- mended” the design for a dwelling for 4320 Garfield street, designed for W. C. & A. N. Miller by G. E. MacNeil, and the dwelling for 1836 Twenty-fourth street, designed by Porter & Lockie for the National Savings & Trust Co. and Mary G. Baker, trustees for the estate of John A. Baker. The jury “approved” the design for branch bank building of the Washing- ton Mechanics Savings Bank at 3401 Connecticut avenue, designed by Maj. | Ni George Oakley Totten, jr. and the| apartment development at 2500 Calvert street, designed by J. Abel for the Cal- vert Street Corporation. VALUABLE LAND CHEAP. Emerson Hotel Site in Baltimore Brought $4.64 an Acre. Epecial Dispatch to The Star. BALTIMORE, February 1.—The lot on which the Emerson Hotel stands, at Baltimore and Calvert streets, one of the most valuable sites in modern Bal- timore, originally sold at the rate of $4.64 an acre, payable in tobacco, old records found in the City Hall disclosed. The records are contained in original survey of Baltimore Town, made 200 years ago. The papers will be placed in the municipal museum. CONVENTION GOES SOUTH. Skyscraper Men to Meet in Biloxi, Miss., From June 9 to 13. For the first time in 15 years the skyscraper men of North America will hold their annual convention below the Mason and Dixon line, according to the announcement today of Paul Rob- ertson, president of the National As- sociation of Building Owners and Man- agers. 5 The twenty-third annual convention of the National Association of Building Owners and Managers will be held in Biloxi, Miss., from June 9 to 13. - oA ‘Young people of Japan are giving up the national diet of rice and substitut- ing American cereals and food. Home Improvements ESTATE. Bernstein from Inc. The house contains 10 rooms and l CLEVELAND PARK HOME SOLD I Residence at 2954 Macomb street, which has been purchased by Oscar J. Franklin J. Jackson, through the agency of N. L. Sansbury Co., three baths. HOME DEFINITION WINS $230 PRIZE Declared to Be ‘“Domestic| Sanctuary” by Woman, One ‘ of 2,090 Contestants. Miss F. Luena Williams, 50, living 1n | her own home at 35 Lancaster terrace, Brookline, Mass, a home economics | teacher in the Weymouth High School, | East Weymouth, has won the $250 prize offered by the National , Association of Real Estate Boards for the best defini- tion of the word “home,” according to an announcement made last night by Herbert U. Nelson, executive secre- tary. Ten thousand and ninety defini- tions were entered in the contest. | “Home,” says Miss Willlams, “is & | domestic sanctuary—wrought out of desire, built into memory—where kin- dred bonds unite the family in sharing labor, leisure, joy and sorrows.” With- warm, vibrant strokes, in the space of 25 words, Miss Willlams set forth the ageless meaning of home that puts to shame the cold, sharp sentences in English dictionaries, say the contest Judges. Mr. Neison’s Comment. “This definition,” says Mr. Nelson, e the sentimental way in which millions of people feel abou: their abiding places, because, through the centuries, home to sll people has meant more than just shelter. But until this time no one has ever ex- pressed the real beauty of the home a, The Massachusetts school teacher, becoming dissatisfied with boarding house life, drew the plans for a small bungalow in which she now resides. This is the home that inspired her to write the prize definition. Built three years , her house stands on a lot 80 by 100 feet. The | structure is of cedar shingle, built on a terrace and surrounded with flower shrubs. The has been achieved with the assistance every year of school boys, says Miss Williams, in describing her home. ‘The contest, announced November 24, 1929, staggered the judges in the way it gained momentum. People from many European countries and from practically every town and city in the United States, and representing all walks of life, competed for the prize. All Classes Join in Competition. College professors, attorneys general, members of the House of Represenia- tives, ministers, priests, rabbis, mission- aries, laborers, hospital patients, au- thors, poets, servants, clerks and busi- ness men sent in definitions. contest judges—Leonard P. Detroit, president of the as. fation; Harry Kissell, Springfield, ©Ohio, first vice president, and Mr. Nel son, gave honorable mention to four definitions in the following order: 1. “Home—man's abode made sacred by love, loyalty and understanding and surrounded by hallowed memories of happy days in shared experiences.”— R. S. Duke, 1228 Seventeenth street, Port Arthur, Tex. 2. “Home—any place where dwelling is permanent and love paramou William J. Crocker, 738 Snow street, BUSINESS PROPERTY LEASES We Specialize in Finding the Right Location = CONSULT MR. BRENT BOSSmPHELPS Estab. 1907 National 9300 converge and fuse and from which is radiated its composite influence.”—Mrs. Garnet B. Thacher, Brooklyn, Mich. 4. “Home—a shelter wherein one collects possessions for enjoyment and comfort; & permanent abode of love and contentment to which one returns | for refuge and refreshment.”—Mrs. gn:ell. 108 Cedar strect, Pawtuckel, DISTRICT BUY.S PROPERTY. | Deal Closed for Part of Site of Municipal Center. Contract for the* purchase by the District government of property at 307 C street as a part of the site of the new municipal center has been signed, it is reported by the office of Walter A. Brown, which handled negotiations for | the owner. The price was $16,750. REALTORS LAUDED **“*"Susene wevese FOR DRY LAW AID sChérles G. Edwards Voices Approval of Enforce- ment Move. The recent action taken by the Washington Real Estate Board in pledging assistance to United States District Attorney Rover in preventing use of property here in violation of the prohibition laws was commended by Charles G. Edwards, former president of the National Association of Real Estate Boards and former head of the New York board. Addressing lacal realtors at their meeting this week at Wardman Park, Edwards said he admired the stand taken by the local board, pointing out | that realtors have a responsibility to the owners of property in relation to | tenants placed in buildings. Edwards made the remark at the opening of his dicusssion of the New York Real Estate Securities Exchange, of which he recently was elgcted presi- ent. In explaining the action of the local board John A. Petty, executive secre- tary, stated that the purpose was not to encourage real estate agents to turn to “snooping” for prohibition law vio- but rather to protect premises where persistent violations of | the liquor laws are found. PROPE;!TY ON E ST. SOLD. ‘The business property at 1204 E street, an old landmark, has been pur- chased by Christian Heurich, it is an- nounced by the office of Walter A. Brown, which handled negotiations. The property was acquired from Mrs. | Anna R. Nixon, the daughter of Charles W. Utermehle, the property having been held by the family for more than 75 years. Jm LOCATE: YOUR OFFICE HERE 15th St. & Kay THE INVESTMENT BUILDING It is a vast business home, a miniature city which takes care of all your needs within its walls. The entire basement is a garage. Special attention JAMES W. to tenants, GRAHAM = ¢ FOR RENT OR SALE 3307 R ST. N.W. 12 large bright rooms with high ceiling, 3 tiled baths, lavatory en lst floor, servants' rooms and bath in base- ment, hot water heat with oil burner, 10 open fireplaces, large attic, double garage, ground, high elevation. over 15,000 square feet of 0. B. ZANTZINGER CO. 945 K St. NW. - VERY service and conven No Cash Down One to Three Years to Pay Remodeling, Plumbing, Heating and Repairs of All Kinds » Weadon Co. 929 M St. N.W. Met. 5961 makes every room -an outside modern hotel is provided for residents of Woodley Park Towers, and furnished rooms are available for the transient guest. Garage space is provided for each tenant, in conjunction with the building. . ery other respect this is a community of in- dividual homes because the unique design “Hotel” Apartments of Exclusive Advantages Overlooking Rock Creek Park ience of a ..Inev- N, room, and walls and ceilings are so insulated that acti- vities in one apartment are not communi- cated to the next. . . . Be fair and investigate the “exclusive of living in one of these NEW Representative in Attendance. Open For lllfltfiofl Daily Until to yourself advantages” apartments. 10 P. Ma Hotel Advantages with Home Privacy 2737 Devonshire Place N.W. Connecticut Ave., at Klingle Road Bridgs 1929 Slump Followed by Rise, In- dicating Money Easier Than in December. Building contracts slumped badly in the last quarter of 1929, but for the first half of January were only 0.4 per cent behind the simuar period in 1929, according to_the latest business anal- ysis of the Brookmire Economic Serv- ice, Inc., which adds: “Building is usually the first im- portant industry to feel the stimulus of ease in money. Contracts awarded for the first 17 working days of January averaged less than 0.4 per cent under the similar period of last year. “This is a big improvement over the last quarter of 1929, when daily average of awards was 24 per cent under the ‘We do not be: HOUSEHOLD 1019 15th St. N.W. Snowstorms or Almost Any Unusual Condition Will Affect the Prompt Removal of Your (‘Barbage and Trash WHY NOT INSTALL THE NEW We are equipped to install these household necess at s95 and up JOHN BLENN WHITE lieve this indicates & reversal of trend, but it is logical to believe that a con- tinuance of easier money serve to slow up the decline.” English Dwelling Sells. J. Raymond Hoover, local attorney, has purchased the English type dwelling at 3243 Klingle street, English Village, The property was acquired from W, ¢, & A. N. Miller through the agency of Schwab, Valk & Canby. The house contains seven rooms and two baths, i v R Architectural Operations. The successive operations of archi- | tecture are composition, praportion, iconstructlon. ‘That is the natural or- der. That is what is imposed upon the | architect. In studies, the knowledge of | the means and the results of construc- | tion precede everything else. They are | the alphabet and the arsenal of archi- | tecture INCINERATOR EY Nat. 9336 5014 5th DUNIGAN-BUIL A well equipped kitchen; Tower Bldg. The New Jameson-Built Homes in Priced From $8,250 Up EASY TERMS ALWAYS OPEN FOR INSPECTION T home Large, light rooms; three big porches; an exceptionally fine bath — tiled — with built-in shower and fixtures; a cold storage pantry off the airy, light cellar with laundry trays and toilet. Good back yard and a detached garage. Concrete streets and alleys and the bus at the corner. $8,950 D. J. DUNIGAN, Inc. St. N.W. in Petworth. generous closet space; Terms like rent make it possi- ble to own this home with the money younow pay as rent. National 1267 Petworth Inspect at Once 415 to 445 | Jefferson St. N.W. 6, 7 and 8 large rooms, tiled bath, built-in tub, shower, hardwood floors cedar - lined closets, servant’s toilet and wash trays. Frigidaire and other modern appointments. Double rear porches and concrete front porch. Paved street and alley. Lots 140 feet deep. Garage with each house. Conveniently located to schools, street cars, stores and churches. Thos. A. Jameson Co. OWNERS and BUILDERS 906 New York Ave. N.W. Jameson-Built Nat'l 5526 Model Homes 6, 7 and 8 Large Rooms Now Ready for Inspection 415 to 445 Jefferson St. N.W. 914 Quincy St. N.W, 1337 Taylor St. N.-W. 1521 t0 1527 Isherwood St. N.E. Isherwood St., One Square North of 15th and D Sts. N.E, 1601 to 1619 D St. N.E. Inspect at Once The architecture of these fine homes has been carefully de- signed and selected by our ex- perts of superior home designs. The material also hss been carefully selected. All labor furnished by skilled mechanics of the best grade. These home s contain six, seven and eight large rooms, tile bath and built-i shower, one-piece kitchen, extra large porches front and resr. Osk floors, latest fixtures; floor plugs in each room and lots of extras. Frigidaire end Garage With Each House FOR SALE BY I———o]——=]5 oo 0|0 [ ]] THOS, A. JAMESON CO. , 906 New York Ave. National 5526 “Ask the Man Who Owns One” hevy Chase, D. C. West of Connecticut Avenue 3910. JENIFER ST. Situated in the Most Deliyht‘u] and Convenient Section of Chevy Chase Low $ 1 2 ; 500 Liberal Price Terms For sale by out-of-town.owner. A real opportunity to Suehine) iu oty consioriable ivables bounkiuid s beautifully landscaped setting, refined and unusually attractive surroundings. Six splendid rooms, wide cove ered porch, large living room with stone fireplace, study or breakfast room, tile bath, slate roof, every modern convenience. Nice LEVEL lot, 60x86; garage. Vacant. Open Sunday 11 to 6 Schwab, Valk & Canby Realtors 1704 Connecticut Ave. Potomac 0830 |[——Io|———olc——]o]c———]q] | | | | Rain or Sun — dark days or bright—Winter or Summer Dupont’s Tontine Window Shades will never cause you a mo= ment’s anxiety " Tontine Shades may be easily washed with soap and water. 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