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Oakland Tribune from Oakland, California • Page 78

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Oakland Tribunei
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Oakland, California
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aklann Ctffiune OCTOBER 11- FINE BUILDING FDR MORTICIAN COMPANY Undertaking Parlors Completed This fine building at 1901 Fruitvale avenue is the new mortuary of Freeman Cox-Roach and Kenney. This pioneer undertaking firm now operates three such establishments in the Eastbay. The general public is invited to inspect these new parlors today. New Features in Tract Shown for the first time today in "A Lane in Spain" is a home featuring the new Spanish wall papers. The igroup built by A.

J. fit J. S. Flagg, at Thirty-fifth avenue and Mountain boulevard, it again open for inspection today. SUNDAY ill VISITORS T0FLAG9 HOMES! HML IILI UIMLUt x.

VlS mhs Ye. Xaeping; pace -with th development of the east-of-the-laks and ynjltvale districts, the well-known pioneer undertaking- firm ofFree-raan Cox-Roach Kenney, have recently completed new mortuary on Fmltvale avenue and East Nineteenth street. The public is invited to attend the formal opening nd Inspect the building today. A description reads: "The structure, a true type of Spanish architecture, Is a distinct asset to the avenue. Every thought has been given to the dignity that Should be the outstanding characteristic of such an establishment.

The "Mission Chapel" is a unique feature It is typically characteristic of, and wholly modeled after the Spanish mission chapels that are forever linked with the west. It la spacious enough to accommodate funeral services of any size. Adjoining, the chapel Is the family room, so arranged that the family may hear and see the complete service, while at the same time secluded from others In attendance. An additional chapel, with its celling beamed with dark heavy timbers, Adjoins one of the entrance halls, private rooms, where the family may gather in undisturbed privacy, and every other convenience, characterize the remainder of this establishment. 'The Mission chapel is -a credit to the reputation for real service, that this firm has enjoyed through A.

3. and J. S. Flagg, builders and developers of "A Lan eln Spain," report over two thousand visitors to the artistic home group during the past Week. "The crowds so far exceeded our expectations that we were entirely unprepared to care fo rthera," states A.

J. Flagg. "However we have sys tematized our plans for this week end, when the public is again invited to visit the group, and hope to be able to supply all the Information desired by our guests. For instance we have had many requests both by telephone and personal' calls during the. past week to lear nthe prices of the Individual homes, and we realize that there are many others who would appreciate this information.

For the benefit of these, all prices will be conspicuously posted in each home this week end. We will also hare additional representatives to answer questions." "A new feature shown for the first time on the Paciflo coast is the home decorated with Spanish wall paper. This house is completed today. The papers were designed and manufactured to harmonize with the purely Spanish type of bungalows and carry strong colored contrasts that are in keeping with the beam ceiling, hand-made tile floors, the Spanish fireplace, and the hand wrought Spanish hardware. Even in the bedrooms; this art in wall paper is shown in the color-fast patterns of German manufacture.

This home is to be known- as the one-hundred per cent Spanish wall paper house, and all designs may be duplicated from nfl a ro nvfl (ti ml HEATING (TBA9IS MA1K BCSKTIXED) Company Takes Frigidaire Agency The show rooms of the Modern Homes Equipment company, located at. 4814 Broadway, which firm has taken the agency for Frigidaire products. out the years of their connection in the the stock of Marous St Merrick, who RO OMS will carry them permanently. "The varied use of tile aroused much comment and elicited many requests for information. As many people realize, tile Is Spanish In its origin and no material better serves the purpose of carrying the Spanish effect than the varied soft tone CO thades and shapes of hand-wrought 58 inn.

it. is aUo nartlcularlv advan IfE-RO-CO IS THE MODERN IMPROVED METHOD FOR HOME sill HEATING HEATING AT ITS BEST SIMPLIFIED, EFFICIENT, CLEAN, ECONOMICAL. KE-RO-CO overcomes all the 8l6rtcoming8 and disadvantage: of ancient, antiquated and obsolete home heating methods- KE-RO-CO delivers heat when and where you want heat ALMOST INSTANTLY and as much or as little heat as ybu would desire. NO EFFORT IS RE-QUIRED A TURN OF A KEY IS ALL. WHEN AFLOW OF PURE WARM AIR.

THAT CIRCULAT ES TO THE FAR CORNERS OF THE ROOMS. IS RELEASED IN A FEW MINUTES THE COLD HAS DISAPPEARED AND REAL HEALTHFUL HEAT COMFORT IS YOURS TO ENJOY. 1 4 I 1 tageous from the standpoint of conserving heat in winter and excluding heat in summer. "The homes are reached by way of Thirty-fifth avenue to Redwood road, which Is an extension of Thirty-fifth avenue, and contlnulnii to the tract a tthe corner of Mountain boulevard. "A Lane in Spain' will eventually comprise thirty-six homes, all the Spanish type.

Post Convention Trip to Hawaii Announced A post-convention trip to the' Hawaiian Islands Is pUnned for officers and members of the National Real Estate Association who want to take this opportunity to make that trip. The Honolulu Realty Board Is planning to entertain fellow members of the association during their utay on the Islands. The party will sail from San Francisco on the Steamship Maui January and especially in an oil burner Investigate GRAY Economical SILENT Fully Automatic TWO DISTINCT STYLES E-RO-CO PROVIDED IN return on1 ine maiom, iwvun Honolulu for Ban Franclsoo Feb- 1A A tpln mnfni. flpntmd 'flf j' SPSS, f'-ofi hvx the Island of Oahu, passing over Fall, tne xamoun muumtiinirun divide of the Island, glass-bottom boating to Hnlleaa marina garden a trip by rail skirting Pearl Hal imp iind aid trio to the volran THE KE-RO-CO CABINET SPACE HEATER FOR HOMES, APARTMENTS, AND FLATS This style of heliter is made form and takes approximately the same floor space as required for the ordinary iron radiator Beautifully finished in enamel a wood grain, exact reproduction of dark walnut. A handsome piece of furniture that and Kono district of Hawaii, with Its fern forests, luva "tubes" winding underground, and lava-formed The Modern Homes Kqulpment trol," offers creater value In me-chanlcul refrigeration than ever company, located at 4814 Hroau- tree moms win.

xeaiures ui ue before. Pollard-Seagme Co. Ray Oil Bcrner Co. 320 Thirteenth St Nr. Hstal Osalaae' way, have taken the agency for tour.

"The new model nll-porcelaln, four cubic foot Frlgldulre recently Frigidaire product. It is announced. J. 11. Dwllla, manager, realizing the piiblln is demaiidlna mechan General Motors, wouH better allow us to serve our clients.

"With this. in mind, a beautiful display of flfrldalre is maintained In the Broadway store. Krigldalre, with Its powerful compression, and economy of operation, is practical, needs little attention. Is beautiful in proportion, design, and finish, and along with the new "cold con- announced is very popular." Ray Burner Co Has Important fits well in any room. Made entirely of metal-furniture steel.

COSTS APPROXIMATELY THREE! CENTS PER HOUR TO HEAT TWO OR THREE ROOMS. Chamber Aims At; ical refrlgeretlon In ever increasing quantities, said: "l.have decided that Frigidaire, with over a million satisfied Users, and a product of Reform of Calendar Announcement FILLS A LONG FELT WAST FOR HEATING APARTMENTS AND FLATS Business men's organisations throughout, the country are about to begin Voting; through a national referendum on recommendations Of particular interest to the larg. er users of oil burning equipment, such as the owners of apartments, hotels, stores, and other commer. clal buildings, Is the statement Just released by the Ray Burner com pany to the effect that the Board of Fire Underwriters has approved Open for Inspection The KE-RO CO Floor Furnace DESIGNED PARTICULARLY FOR ONE-STORY COI TAGES AND BUNGALOWS-NO BASEMENT IS REQUIRED TAKES UP NO SPACE IN ROOM The KE-RO-CO is more thin an ordinary floor furnace it St -a real circulating warm air heating system in itself and constructed with a balanced combustion principle, eliminating wtt of heat out the flu. The KE-RO-CO FLOOR FURNACE IS A BIG ADVANCEMENT IN MODERN HEATING KE-RO-CO deliver! MORE HEAT WITH LESS FUEL automatic Ray equipment to burn a heavy fuel The approval wa due to the perfection of a dual lighting system, coupled with thor- looking; towards reform of the calendar.

The referendum will be conducted by the Chamber of Commerce of the United States among its more than. 1600 member organizations. The recommendations of the committee are three In number, as follows: That the present calendar should be so changed as to bring about a greater comparability In business records for periods within a year and for periods from year to year. That the form which changes in the calendar should take should be determined through international conference. That the government of the United States should participate In an International -conference to determine the form of changes to be made in the calendar.

ouah atomization or tne neavy ruei The Pollard-Seagrave company, fac tory representatives, points out that the improvement means added economy: in two directions; first, in the saving of fuel costs, and second In tbe elimination of a constant attendant In the fire room, These economies, it is stated, are already resulting In a large volume of busl nena in the adaptation of this new equipment to present systems. WILL HEAT THREE GOOf-8lZED ROOMS AT LESS THAN THREE CENTS PER HOUR' INSTALLED IN A FEW HOURS TO GIVE A LIFE-TIME OF HEAT COMFORT No upset of the rooms no cutting up of the building COMPLIES WITH ALL ORDINANCES AND ALL NATIONAL SAFETY. REQUIREMENTS. CLEVELAND COURT APARTMENTS 633 Gleyeland near Radnor This beautiful apartment of Norman architecture comprises twelve apartments of three rooms each. The exterior is xf exceptional taste ahd dignity in appearance, in keeping with its location.

Inspect the Spanish Wall Papers in the 100 Spanish wall paper home by Flagg Bros, at "A Lane in Spain" 35 th Ave, and Mountain Blvd. INEXPENSIVE to INSTALL The cost of KE-RO-CO HEATING is so low that any home-owner can afford to install this modem heating. Sold on very reasonable terms if desired. ivmg rooms have beamed ceilings, ntiqued woodwork, and are canvassed i i nd stippled in various color schemes. Halls and apartments carpeted by W.

J. DESCRIPTIVE LITERATURE FOR THE ASKING We have a handsome folder which describes KE-RO-CO besting So detail which will be sent on request, or if you desire we will tend our representative to your home to give you full information and estimates. NO OBLIGATION. Sloane furniture and draperies by Breuner Co. 'of Oakland.

Modem facilities, including genuine Frigidaire, Steam Heat, Electric Ranges, Garages, etc. Flat rate rental system. These papers will be permanently carried in stock at our showrooms Marcus Merrick 1325 Jefferson St OAkland 4681 (NO ANNOTINQ SALES METHODS ARE USED BT THIS COMPANT) 1 1 Reached by turning south on Wesley Avenue from Excelsior Blvd. Owner and SAMUEL MOE- Builder SUCCESSORS TO WARD FURNACE CO. oroD Main CffSe ts4 tUpUf Roorca 132-134 FOURTEETfTH STREET PHOm OAKLAND Electric Wiring For AH Homes In "A LANE IN SPAIN" designed carefully and a multitude of outlets properly located.

J. H. ESSELINK Light Heat 2542 Hopklm St AN iooer 0358 Interior and Exterior Plastering for "A LANE IN SPAIN" M.J. PERSON 67835th St. Piedmont 3690 Builder of Distinctive Homes.

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