Evening Star Newspaper, August 30, 1930, Page 14

REA HOME OWNERS HELP REALTORS Property Holders Join Movement for Fairer Taxation. in ©Owners of property throughout the country are enlisting in the national movement for organization of property owners with realtors in order that the two nouyfl may work together in the ?:mlnfl or “fairer taxes for real es- te.” To date some 36 local real estate boards have established property own- ers’ divisions with definite_programs of action designed to give the owner of rty relief from the present in- equitablé taxation on real estate. Ap- proximately 70 real estate boards now taking preliminary steps toward mmmn of property owners' di- s, according to reports from the National Association of Real Estate Boards. The plan of organization recom- mended by the national association is on a three-way membership basis, pro- viding for the local representation of the interests of property owners through the local real estate board, representa- tion in State legislation through the State Association of Real Estate Boards and national representation through the National Association of Real Estate Boards, Members of the property own- ers’ divisions of the real estate boards in the following nine cities already are affiliated with the national property owners’ division: Asheville, N. C.; Mad- ison, Wis.; Trenton, N. J.; Detroit and | Pontiac, Mich.; Oak Park and Harvey, Ill.; New Orleans, La., and Redwood L ESTATE. HOME NEAR ROCK CREEK PARK THE -EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, SATURDAY, MORSELL TO SERVE | INCITY PLANNING | Realtor Named by Park Com- mission-to Supervise Land Purchases. H. Tudor Morsell, who for eight years has conducted a real estate business of his own here and who has been active in the work of the Washington Real Estate Board, has been appointed officer of land purchase for the Na- tional Capita] Park and Planning Com- mission, In this position, Mr. Morsell will have ‘direct charge of acquisition of park and fl.y‘ru\lnd areas and other property lor the planning commission, which is handled separately from the land pur- chases for the Federal and District government bullding programs. © Mr, Morsell, one of three generations of native Washingtonians, entered real estate business here after his period of service -as & lleutenant in the United States Field Artillery. He was em- ployed for a time in the sales depart- ment of the firm of Shannon & Luchs, Inc., and later established a real estate business of his own. He_ has served on the Membership d Entertainment Committees of the hington Real Estate Board and en- gaged in numerous activities of the board. Mr Morsell was appointed to handle land purchases for the Planning Com- mission by Lieut. Col. U. 8. Grant, 3d, executive officer of the agency. SANITARY GROCERY Baltimore Judge H. TUDOR MORSELL. LOAN LAWS LOOKED INTO Tests Broker Right to Charge 42 Per Cent. BALTIMORE, August 30.—Dealing with a case in which 42 per cent a year interest was charged by a loan broker on a mortgage of leasehold prop- erty, Chief Judge Samuel K. Denals of the Supreme Court of Baltimore, in a written opinion, this week held that the petty loan law authorizing licensed brokers to collect 315 per cent & raonth applies only to unsecured loans and loans secured by pledging of personal property. The judge’s opinion stated that his AUGUST 30, 1930. SHOE COMPANY" SUBLEASES SITE Business Quarters at 1333 F Street Are Taken for Three Years by Corporation. The Normal Shoes Corporation has subleased from the Sterling Shoes Cor- poration, for a term of three years, business quarters at 1333 F street, it | was announced today by Carl G. Rosinski, who handled negotiations in conjunction with H. G. Smithy Co. An gdditional lease for a period of 10 years has been obtained by the Normal Shoes Corporation from the trust, o 166,000. -year sublease, it was reported, |maun’; w':n.efi. and for the addi- :Iloml” mlo-yur period, approximately After completion of extensive altera- tions, & chain store is to be established P Inspect | 5215 KANSAS AVENUE NW. | Just North of Hamilton St. | REAL ESTATE. | BUILDING CONTINUES At least one type of building—heavy engineéring construction—probably will equal the 1929 volume. This is indi- cated, says the C. A. Dunham Co., by the volume of new securities issued for construction purposes. During the first six months, it is stated, public issues of long and short term bonds tofaled $1,170,000,000, against $1.155,000,000 last year. Long- term pubjic bonds go almost entirely ‘m:o Tar this private corpératios ar year n securities for capital investment pur- poses are 20 per cent over last year, hence it is believed public construction and private heavy construction in the last half of the year will rise to a point where the early slump will be overcome. THAT MUCH-DESIRED DISTINCTION in plan and design thai Jeatures these two unusual offerings. t lends personality to a home Both are most desirably located mear park, transportation and’ every convenience in— NORTH CLEVELAND PARK 3712 Yuma St. N.W. - New--Detached $14,750 Good taste in design—rare qual- ity construction and features. Brick and stucco, 3 real master bed rooms, 2 tile baths, fireplace, 2-car bullt-in garage, immensely large finished attic, big, well land- scaped lawn, private front and side porches. All rooms are of unususl size—bright and cheer- ful—decorations, fixtures, etc., of the costly-home type. Drive north on 37th from Van Ness to ™ 3731 Van Ness St. 8-Room Semi-Detached $12,950 A handsome home—durably built of stucco, with red tile roof —completely reconditioned and as good as new. 4 big, airy bed rooms, floored attic, tile bath, cedar closets, fireplace, Frigidaire, cement front porch, big lot with shrubs and evergreens. Even a casual inspection of this home and its location will convince you of its outstanding value, Bee it Sunday. Homes Open for Inspection Sunday and Monday Tower Bldg. LA ooker 2663 - Fine Brick Construction ‘ OPEN TODAY NEW DETACHED BRICK investigation of the law in deciding the matter had extended not only to legal libraries in Baltimore and nearby || universities, but that the investigations | | were pursued even to the Congressional Large residential property st 2605 Connecticut avenue which was purchased | during the past week by Mrs. Lonise B. Mazza, who contemplates occupying it | as he home, it was announced today by the office of J. Leo Kolb, who handled | the transaction. The property has an outlook over the Million-Dollar Bridge | and Rock Creek Park. City, Calif. As the first major activity forthe, national property owners' division, the National Association of Real Estate Boards, in co-operatfon with the Uni- 6 large rooms, tile bath with shower, electric refrigeration, brick garage, 3 large porches. LEASES PROPERTY versity of Chicago, is undertaking an | intensiye research in the fleld of State | and local taxation to determine feasibie means whereby the tax burden on real estate may be lessened. In this enterprise the National Asso- clation has secured the co-operation of the United States Building and Loan! bel‘rue, the National Association of Building Owners and Managers and the Mortgage Bankers’ Association of | America. ‘The four following questions | form the main outline on which the re- search is based: Are the State income taxes a method of relieving real estate of some of its tax burden? Can sales taxes be used as a method of relieving Teal estate? Are constitutional and statu limitations on taxes and pub- lic indebtedness effective? What mis- cellaneous city revenues can be devel- to make the real estate levy more BALTIMORE OWNERS FIGHT TAX PENALTY DETROIT REALTOR ON HOOVER BOARD Leonard P. Reaume to Aid in Home Building and Own- ership Inquiry. Lenard P. Reaume, Detroit, president of the National Associstion of Real ‘Estate Boards, at the invitation of Pres- ident Hoover will represent the realtors | of the Nation on the commission ap- pointed to investigate the problems pre- sented in home building and home ownership with a view to “removal of Complain About City's Threats to Sell Them Out If Levies Are Not Met. Ipenem Dispatch to The Star. ALTIMORE, August 30.—Propert: Owners who are without resources tz Ppay their taxes, due to the lack of em- loyment or the lack of income from influences which seriously limit the spread of home ownership, both in town and country.” $ The commission, to be known as the White House Conference on Home Buflding and Home Ownership, is com- of the heads of sorne 19 national Gries, chie and Housing in the v vacant property, are making com- mu against the city’s threat to sell out if their taxes are not paid, & Prillp B, seereiary of the Reed :! of t 1 In some cases, individual owners and those who are struggling along with | mortgages are forced to pay as high as 42 per cent ir interest from money lenders in order t6 pay the city, Mr. Pitt declared. He said that this money could be borrowed by the mu- ::;12-1 government at less than 5 per “While a practical remedy for this unfortunate condition is difficult to find,” he stated, “It does seem that at least some measure of relief could be Solection ety e st i iciency sympa in e Darsh g e e harsh penalty which the ecity mposes upon delinquents at the rate of 204 per cent per annum, certainly is heavy enough to force all who are able wmly up,” Mr. Pitt added. “The ad- ditional penalties in the form of all expenses incidental to a tax sale, in many cases could be eliminated by sacrificing only a small degree of our efficiency record. Another method Gould perhaps be worked out and adopted which would give the city all of its tax money by the end of July each year and at the same time prove much less expensive to owners who are unable to pay at that time. GUARD RESALE POINTS Personal Touches in Home May Be Held Freakish. ‘Those pleasing personal touches, mulled over and debated by husband | and wife for years before the home is it, add much to the joys of plan- ning, building and living in your own home. Nothing warms the ‘heart of the householder more than the things that stamp his home as his own crea- tion, mal it more than a place to eat and sleep and hang up his hat. But sometimes houses that embody {deas the owners think original and highly valuable are considered freakish and useless by other people. The pos- sibility that you may some day wish to sell should be kept always in mind. NEW YORK, August 20 (#).—Agents Depa l‘nhe.m., is to uclu exocn’xx%u lec‘rexr‘:.; Q'z new commission. e proje be . from te. 4 funds already having been provided. President Hoover’s plan is to have the eonference set up Nation-wide subcom- mittees to study different phases.of the present problems of horae ownership. “The conference will deal with the wholé broad question of home con= struction and home ownership,” the President said in annouacing the es- tablishment of the commission. . “One of the important questions is finance, In order to enable the purchase of homes on what amounts to the install« ment plan it is necessary to place first and, often enough, second . “First mortgages, carried so by savings banks and es, have been affected by com~ pet; with bonds and other forms of investment. Second mortgages, which are also necessary to many people, have, if we take into account commissio discounts and other charges, risen in rates in many cities to the equivalent of 20 or 25 per cent per annum, all of which not only stifles home ownership, but has added to the present depression by increasing unemployment in the trades involved. “The finance question. however, is only one of many. Greater comfort and reduction in cost of construction in many parts of the country through im- proved design, the better iayout of resi- dential areas are all of first importance. It is not suggested that the results of the investigation will be made recom- mendations for legislation, but, rather, a co-ordination, stimulation and larger organization of the private agencies, ‘There, however, needs to be a study of the mortgage laws of many States with a view whmore intelligent attitude to- FOR RENT 2 Rooms, Kitchen, Bath and Reception Room Electric Refrigeration Reasonable Rental THE ARGONNE 16th and Columbia Road N.W. , | terms may be obta! BUILDING LOAN HEAD HITS LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS Criticizes Appointment of Building Material Dealers on Boards. R. Holtby Myers,” Los Angeles, new president of the United States Building ! and Loan League, today criticized the appointnfent of building material deal- ers and subdividers on the boards of local building and loan associations. “Building and loan officials should remember that they stand alone in this fleld, in that they have nothing to sell to the home buyer,” said the league president. “They should not ally them- selves with any one who has anything to sell, however hogest and reputable such people may be. It is for the build- ing and loan official to look over the market and advise the home builder in the purchase of home and home-build- ing_materials. 7 “If men in the bullding material or realty business sit on the building and loan association board, there is often a certain obligation on the part of the assoclation to deal with these men. ‘This sometimes fs not for the hest in- terests of the home bulider, especially if there are in the town other dealers better prices or from whom perha ned.” CHRISTEN STAGE CHILD Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Barrymore Baptised' Yeaterday. PASADENA, -Calif., August 30 (#).-— Four, months' -old Dolores. Ethel Barrymore, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. John Barrymore' (Dolores tello), was christened here Thursday. Lionel Barrymore, the chiid'’s uncle, was godfather and Ethel Colt, daugh- ter of the baby flx:;:e-u;w’. Ethel Bgzry- more, was godmother by .prox; ing unable to d the mm{i cere- mon; " Dunigan-Built Sample Home 422 Longfellow St. N.W, Open until 9 P.M. Four bed rooms, big porches, tiled bath with shower, fully screened; elec- tric refrigeration, cedar closets, large yard, garage and many other features, $9,250 Sold on easy payments D. J. Dunigan, Inc. Tower Building National phone for Auto 1265 to Inspect Store, One of Largest of Chain Group in Washington, Will Be Established. ‘The Sanitary Grocery Co. Inc., has leased the business property at 431-433 Seventh street, which for many years was the home of the Kauffman Bros., men's clothing store, it was: reported today by the H. G. Smithy Co, which handled negotiations. A chain grocery and meat store, one of the largest of its Washington chain, will be established there shortly by the Sanitary concern. The property is im- proved by a three-story building. ‘The premises leased have a frontage of 35 feet and a depth of 83 feet. The property was leased for an undisclosed rental, from the Mattingly estate, owners, MUSIC SPACE LACKING, U. S. BUILDERS ARE TOLD Architects Are Asked to Consider Providing Place for Instru- L ments in Homes. The National Association of Music Merchants has told the American In- stitute of Architects that “in recent years small homes and apartments had been designed by architects in such manner that space is lacking n which to place musical fnstruments, such as an upright or grand piano, or even & oconsole phonograph or radio re- celving set.” The music association requested. that the institute urge its members to give thoughtful consideration o the prob- lem. Replyln(ut.he Executive Committee of the institute expressed the opinion that most thoughtful architects do pro- vide such space in their designs, and that it was unnecessary to bring the matter to the attention of the archi- tectural profession. Distinctive - Homes Near Eastern High School 1700 C St. N.E. Open Until 9 P.M. On the New 160-Ft. Boulevard Seven large rooms, with | tiled bath and shower. Closets in every room. Built-in garage. A beautiful white kitchen, with inlaid linoleum floors and Frigidaire. Large porch, artistic fix- tures, paneled walls, oak floors. Substantial construction. Low Price Very Easy Terms R.E.Kline, Jr. Owner-Bullder Union Trust Bldg. Or Any Broker 1 to 17th. 4 O Na. 6799 for Lamport & Holt, shipowners, an- nounced yesterday that the receivership fnnted Wednesday in London in the line’s affairs would not affect the con- tinuance of the service generally. Ad- ‘vices from the company's offices in England said_the cargo steamers from New York to Brazil and Argentina would be dispatched as scheduled. 1Y, Blocks from Chevy Chase Circle 3428, 3432, 3502 Patterson St. N.W. ‘Three new beautiful detached brick homes to select from. They all have reception hall, 6 rooms, 2 baths, porches and garage; each house of a different architectural design. Located in a high, exclusive, restricted neighborhood and close to churches, schools and car line. Prices, $13,500 $14,000 Open for inspection day and night JACOBSON BROS. Owners and Builders 1616 K St. N.W. Phone lh*“'n%“l'flfl. 3358, three things: various stages of Mealey THrinhts The Garden Spot of Washington * The owner of a home in WESLEY HEIGHTS is assured of That his home, being of Miller design and construction, repre- sents the best in type, material and craftsmanship. That it has enhancing intrinsic'value by reason of its location, That the present exclusive character of the “"Garden Spot of Washington" is definitely fixed for all time through Miller control. Although every finished house in WESLEY HEIGHTS has been sold, you will find available for your inspection houses in Vil;t 'he .ectiofl .ro“nd Gflrfield construction. and 44th Streets NNW. W. C. and A. N. MLILER 1119 17th St. NW, BUILDERS AND REALTORS Decatur 0610 Library at Washington. R Housewife Wants Efficiency. As a member of the world's greatest institution, the modern housewife ap- preciates efficiency in the home just as her husband appreciates it at his office. Home modernization not only adds new beauty and comfort to the old dwelling, but makes it an efficient place for the home maker to carry on her infinite| varlety of daily task: $9,450 Very Easy Terms Qpen Daily & Sunday Until 9 P.M. Over 55-ft. frontage. Large living room. Covered side porch. Full tiled bath. Built-in garage. 1621 K St. N.W. New Jameson Built Row . 25 Sold Inspect at Once ; 412 to 442 | Jefferson St. N.W. 6, 7 and 8 large rooms, tiled bath, buil shower, hard- wood floo i ) servant’s toilet and wash trays. Frigidaire and other modern appointments. Double rear porches and conerete front porch. Paved street and alley. Lots 140 feet deep. Garage with each house. Built by White Union Labor. Conveniently located to schools, street cars, stores and churches. EASY TERMS A Real Chevy Chase Buy! New—Detached—Brick and Stucco Only—$11,950 Electric Refrigeration Exhibit Home—3200 Jocelyn St. N.W. OPEN ALL DAY SUNDAY Drive right from Conn. Ave. on Military Rd. to Broad Branch Rd., then right one-half block to Jocelyn St. and our sign. J. €. Douglass Co. Realtors A reai home of half brick construction. Guest wardrobe closet, open fireplace, complete kitchen equipment, three large bed rooms, cedar closet, linen closet and three other closets. Metrop. 5678 | Thos. A. Jas OWNERS AND BUILDERS 906 New York Ave. N.W. 5443 33d St., Chevy Chase,D.C. This new brick Colonial home, in a setting of beautiful shade trees, represents one of those exceedingly rare oppirtunities. 6 spacious rooms and 2 baths, access to large attic. Slate roof, bronze screens. AN OUTSTANDING VALUE To reach—Going out Conn. ave. turn right on Morri- son st. to 33d st., then right 1 square to property. OPEN SUNDAY AND LABOR DAY Edw. H. Jones & Co., Inc. Chevy Chase Properties 5520 Conn. Ave. Cleve. 2300 baths-—breakfast 1415 K St. N.W. 6603 East Avenue CHEVY CHASE, MD. Six large rooms—two complete colored tile room—Ilarge celotexed and floored attic—cedar storage room—2-car brick garage—beautifully landscaped lot with trees— slate roof—price only $13,750—see it. Open Sunday and Monday 10 A.M. Until Dark Ideal location on East Ave.—~turn West on Bradley Lane to East Ave. MSKEEVER &.GOSS 7. Nat’l 4750 7ROOMS—4 BED.ROOMS Arranged for 1 or 2 Families MORE VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY Terms You Can Afford Some Interesting Features- Colonial cement front porch; hardwood floors ths h- out; natural wood finish; paneled papering; Sanitas on kitchen and bath room; screened open porch; model roomy kitchen with dining set (invisible when not in use) ; cabinet range; gas ire; heavy inlaid linoleum; colonial brass lighting fix- tures; cedar-lined closets; radio outlet with antenna already installed; many Duplex electric plugs; Tontine washable shades; built-in garage; real slate mansards; copper,spouting, gutters and flashing; 15-1b. tin roof; attractively lmm&c! n. stone retaining wall around lawn. Carefully planned. struction and material the very best. Exhibit Home Open‘to 9 P.M. '313 17th Street N.E. (Out East Capitol St. to 17th St.—North 3 Blocks You Will See Our Sign) WAPLE and 1226 14th St. N.W. JAMES, Inc. North 0962 PP 00000000906000060 The Last Warren-Built Home Available in This Section 6309 Georgia St., Chevy Chase F the score of homes built by Warren Cheyy Chase, only one remains unsold. in this section of It is a fully de- fached six-room dwelling, constructed of white weatherboard, located on a large lot, beautifully landscaped, and with many fine shade trees, $11,950 Convenient Terms ¢luding. place, tile There are nmany special features; in- acious living room, open fire- bath with shower, wide cov- ered side porch, detached garage designed to match the house, etc, By all. means see_this home today or tomorrow. Drive out Connecticut Avenue to Raymond Street, one block nerth of Bradley Lane, turn right to Georgia Street, then left to property. M. and R. B. WARREN Wisconsin 2489, 1 to 9 P.M.