Evening Star Newspaper, April 26, 1930, Page 17

REAL ESTATE. BUILDERS TO HEAR GEN. LYTLE BROWN Associated General Contrac- «tors’ Board to Meet Here * April 28, 29, 30. Reflecting the recent official and gen- erak recognition of the construction in- dustry as the key to American business stabilization, Maj. Gen. Lytle Brown, eh!el-ot the United States Army Corps will be one of the princi- Distinctive Gables on English Homes ; Help House Add Charm to Landscape THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 1930. 1t should always be done to make bet- ter living conditions. In this house the materials would be brick for the walls, stucco and half timber on the second floor and slate for the roof. "The house may be guilt on a lot 50 by 150 feet, wl'.h th= living room ndnl the street and the dining. room }legen looking to the rear or llrden tron| Space marks all the rooms, particu- hrly the living and the master’s bed- room. In these two rooms there is a fireplack and four m' five windows. ‘Two walks may be laid to the en- trance. one from the front and another from the left side. There would be re- maining after construction enough lawn or garden space to carry out the theme of the structure. —_— Adopt 01d Chinese Game. LONDON (#)—Society here has taken up an old Chinese game called ROCKWOOD PARKWAY DWELLING APPROVED Standards Desired for Private Buildings in National Capital Declared Satisfied. Plans for a dwelling to be erected for W. C. & A. N. Miller at 4917 Rockwood Parkway, designed by G. E. MacNeil, have been commended. by the Architects’ Advisory Council as meet- g exceptionally well the standards that should be maintained for private buildings in the National Capital. ‘The council, represented by a jury of members of the local chapter of the American Institute of Architects, also approved as meetin, 3 standards which should be maintained for private build- ings in the neighborhood concerned ‘i”'c.m..!'.. P dveliings: for uu. D T oL La’ ed by G. A. Brodie; four dwellings lor 1310-16 Webster street m;;mn for O. -n‘dv e for 5322 Broad Branch road to: lnx Sugar, designed by Santmyers. —_— GAIN IN BUILDING 'NOTED Virginia Reports Cities Slightly Off, but Increase Elsewhere. Special Dispatch to The Star. RICHMOND, Va, April 26.—While ‘ REAL ESTATE:. decline kun $14, u:.us last year. small to ualnm for March, a decline of 6.7 per eent in B—3 its, W however, is the to statistics speakers at the Spring execuuve r- “Wel ch'i,” based upon the Chinese | dwellin t 4 ‘hree gs_to be erected at construt g:‘-rd e m v conception of the uninhabited world | 7110, 7114, 7118 Ninth street for the Post. o4 $43,220,110 here April 28, 29 and 30. ¥ = Each player puts down counters and | Columbia ‘Construction Co., Inc., de- |contracts, as com tries to occupy more of the world than | signed by George T. Santmyers; a 'for March, 1929. lzfr .ly)( I:;:dm;:s tion, 'n&"‘.’é?.fmnm his opponent. dwelling for 1860 Redwood Terrace for new that several matters of major impor- tance to the industry will be taken up for consideration at the board meeting. One of the principal subjects for dis- cussion will be the many legislative proposals being advanced for the utili- ntmn of pr(son labor in construction. to join forces with other nnm affected by “adverse leg- hlltkm" will be considered by the board, ‘which is comprised of 40 general con- tractors, headed by President A. E. Horst of Rock Island, IlIl. Plans for launching of State-wide credit pro- grams applicable to the highway field have been receiving serious considera- tion by the association and also will be taken up for action. ‘The matter of preferential discounts to public bodies in the purchase of ma- |- terials for day-labor work will be dis- cussed, but Mr. Harding reports that “the united front that has been created between his association and organized | S material dealers indicates that the ad- vantage heretofore held by govern- mental agencies may not be so difficult to correct as was formerly believed.” ‘The trend of l.he volume and cost of construction also cussion, and in ledlhl’ believes haracterizing operations earlier in the zfin has been completely overcome and at a revival already is setting in. 423 Marietta Place "N.W. : MARIETTA PARK $7,750 practically. new and thoroughly modern semi-detached home having six bright rooms and priced to sell very quickly. Double back porches, oak floors, built-in bath, hot-wnur heat, large side porch, bullt-in refrigerator, a garage, street and ,alley aré€ some of the many conveniences inclu ded Located in this new section so near to Fort Slocum Park, rubun and- junior high schools, stores, transportation, etc., make it the most advantageous purchase in Marietta Park. Open for Inspection To Reach—Drive out 5th St. to Marietia Place, 2 Ddlocks morth of Longfellow. Tower e B B Gentleman’s Country Home - Containing 3 Acres of Ground the plan. These breaks are always made in various plans to obtain sunlight or cross ventilation. A break with no other purpose in view than to merely make another gable is poor plumln: ‘This is a house of English design, wmch always lends charm to the land- Dia!lnctlon is achieved with its mhlfl over its many pmjectlom or b Chevy Chase 5510 Broad Branch Road $14.950 New—all brick construction—4 BEDROOMS ' AND 2 TILED BATHS—2-car garage—electrical refrigeration—attic—cedar closets. MATCH IT IF YOU CAN FOR THE MONEY. IT IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY. To reach: Going out Conn. Ave., turn_ right on Morrison St. 3 squares to Broad Branch Road. No. 5 Taylor Street $15.500 New brick and_stucco home—4 bedrooms and 2 tiled baths—floored attic—2-car garage. Located conveniently to schools and stores, mid- way between the Chevy Chase and Columbia Country Clubs—SEE THIS WITHOUT DELAY. OPEN ALL DAY SUNDAY Edw. H. Jones & Co., Inc. Chevy Chase Properties 5520 Conn. Ave. Cleve. 2300 thlt thg tl.mldlty Hen Lays Alphabet Egg.’ SMYRNA (#)—Turkey's war against flliteracy is beginning to affect the hens, one fowl here having produced three eggs on which the letters MRY ;ggedlred as if scrawled by a learner’s English Homes Woodley Park A beautiful group of distinctive homes is just being com- pleted in this ideal section. You will be proud to own one of these homes in Woodley Park, with its magnificent surrounding estates, nearby Rock Creek Park, and its unequaled school facilities and in-town conveniences. A wide selection of brick homes, varying from three bed rooms and two baths to six bed rooms and three baths, at prices under $20,000, starting as lIow as $15,750. EXHIBIT HOME—2910 CORTLAND .PLACE Ol Georgetoton 1l : 3020 : Dumbarton Ave. Detached Brick- ..umhmormunmmou 3 hardly more than a mile yrom the mur of the shopping " Situated on Lot 60x90 Feet This beautiful residence, containing 10 large bright rooms, bath, electricity, paneled sun parlor with southern exposure, large dry cellar, open fireplacé, barn, garage, in excellent condition; large orchard with a variety of fruits, shade trees, shrubbery and flowers. The property To Reach: From Comn. Ave., west on Cathedral is located on one of the highest points around Washington, a 10-minute Ave. to 29th St then north’ to Cortland Place. drive from the Capitol. Truly a sacrifice. Open Daily and Sunday, 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. 5 Pric : 8,500.00 a‘nslury M a('-‘"q The O. B. Zantzinger Co. 1418 Eye St. N.W. . o i 945 K St. N.W. Inspection by Appointment At Your Convenience L. T. Gmfuatte 7 o Nional 13 sa71sthSe . Nationl07s3 National 5904 5§§fififi@fififi%fifififi%fifi%&%fifi&&fi%@@%@@fi 6309 Georgia St.—This charming Colonial home of white weather board contains Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Pantry, 3 Bed Rooms, tiled bath with lhower, $11 950 covered side porch and detached garage. These Georgia Street homes are located in a built- up section of fine homes, off the beaten path of heavy traffic. Schools and churches are nearby, with stores on Brookville Road one block east and at Chevy Chase Circle. Bus and street car lines on Connecti- cut Ave. afford excellent transportation. To reach the property drive out Connecticut Ave. to Raymond St. (one block beyond Bradley Lane), turn east (right) to Georgia Street, then north (left) to property. Wisconsin 2489 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. HERE is an outstanding group of six homes (four pictured), built by M. and R, B. Warren, in one of the most desirable sections of Chevy Chase, just one block from Connecticut Avenue—and offered at prices that are ‘startlingly low. Architectural styles are Colonial and English, and in ad- dition to very individual and widely different designs, they are constructed in a variety of materials, ranging from all-brick to attractive combinations of brick and weatherboard, brick and stucco, stone and half-timbered stucco, and all-weatherboard, Some of the houses have two, others one tiled bath with shower. Each house contains a spacious living room with open fireplace, with a coat closet located conveniently near the front door; a cheery dining room, bright kitchen, large pantry, three bed rooms, several commodious closets and full lighted cellar. A wide covered side porch, and garage designed to match the house are also features. Lots are 65 feet front by about 100 feet deep, an area of approximately 6,500 square feet—almost one-third in excess of the 5000 feet requirement for this section. Each lot is fully sodded, back and side yards as well as front, and each is tastefully landscaped to afford a setting of charm and beauty for the home. This entire locality is-now almost entirely built up, and there will be no further Warren construction here. may be your last opportunity to secure stich a home in this location. Plan Today to Inspect These Homes 6311 Georgia St.—English style all-brick construction, six rooms and bath, open flreglace, covered side porch, and ga- PO s et e i e e B 2,950 6315 Gedrgla St.—Two baths lnd six rooms remarkable value at the price. tinction to this nucoo home wlm wnmrbo‘rd éls"'9 M. and R. B. S This. IIIDI'-WAm HEAT: Heating installations are “certified,” tors Associatio: 6307 Georgia St—An attractive home of red Colonial brick and white weatherboard, with six rooms: and bath. Spaelous latticed side porch and detached nxus are features FEATURES Some 0( the unusual featiires that indicate the sound construction, the ca-reful attention to details, in-these. dwellings are: * FOUNDATION: 'uudnm entirely around outside of bnement walls and at the footings,” both and outside. - Walls w grade thoroug] hly waterproofed. l. '. guaranteed by the Plumbing lnd Heating Contrac KITCHEN: Full-apron sinks. “Quality” Gas Rlnle!. 'd'-h enlmeled linings. . Inlaid linoleum, cemented to floor with base. Built-in cabinets, complete from floor to.ceiling. ' BATHS: Built-in tubs; walls tiled with hm tiling, with molded top, found usually in more expensive homes, Compl ems equipped with built-in soap dishes, towel racks and other porcelain accessories, Large medicine cabinet with Venetian glass mirror. ALSO: Bronze screens, Dupont Tontine wlndo} shades, ample c!::eni”:ummua electric outlets. -Window /sash and’ cabinets of Wisconsin ‘2489 from 10 a.m. t0 9 pm.. $12, 500’ : .%fifi@fi%&&@%fi@@%fi@fi%fififi%@%fi@@