Oakland Tribune from Oakland, California • Page 26

DEVELOPMENT troiw BUILD I VOL. CXXV 4-G OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 1936 NO. 61 HOME OFFERS 111' PI I II 'MILLION DOLLAR VIEW HOME IN ORINDA SAFETY HINTS GIVEN A COACH LI PLANNED iff i i UM iz fWl mi mi Because of Orinda's rapid erowth during the last fewWnths and the 4 plans now being made for its fu By LENOEE KENT WASHINGTON, D. Aug 2" -Highways are inspected for afy. So are factories and schools.

But i n.u IT -1 i More than 7200 visitors an aver-' 'age of better than 340 a day during the 21 days it has been open to the public have passed through the ture development, officials of the Jacramento Northern Railway will appear neiore the State Railroad nqmes: oeiaom. iei nome eccj-f (fonts mrnunteri 1nr 31B0(J ftali4 nt' Li VJSl it Commission Tuesday seekina per H. C. Capwell Tribune Million Dollar View Home" In 2 5 mission to operate motor coach service through Orinda to Oakland Montclair Highlands. and 4,600,000 injuries in 1939, ecord--ing to a study made for the National Safety Council.

Their records show that domestic accidents have crept forward to almost twice the number This announcement was made and San Francisco, it is announced by Kenneth Allen of Mitchell and Austin, realtors In charge of Orinda yesterday by Emge tc Stockman, of accident fatalities in all occupaj sales. developers, of the Montclair High- lands home center, who arranged It is proposed to start the service the furnished display home as the immediately upon completion of first of a series of similar events to i ir i ii i stress the advantages of the district, One of two interesting display homes open at Orinda is "Casa Inad' shown above "in 'setting of oak Together with "Casa Manana," it is providing an unusual attraction for visitors to Orinda, according to Mitchell and Austin, Orinda agents. me Broadway Low-Level Tunnel, which is anticipated for early next year, Allen states. lmmJ I tions and in other public accidents. We s'iy "safe at home" without questioning the phrase.

It's high time we took cognizance of the fact that danger can lurk in our own householders danger of accident threats to health, danger of fire. For instance, let's give a thought tov that dark back stairway that worries you with Its steepness. Its darkness makes you unsure of your Although the proposed motor The Million Dollar View Home," so-called because of the exceptional panorama of the entire Bay district which stretches jut below it, coach service will operate from Pittsburg through Port Chicago, ESTUDILLO HOME concord, Walnut Creek and La- layette, Orinda residents will be footing, haunts you.with the fear of a bad fall. the only patrons permitted to purchase regular commutation books," the Orinda tract manager continued, "The fare from Orinda to Oakland Well, why riot do something about will be 30 cents one way and 50 cents round trip. The monthly it? can have an electric light jnStailed.

A two-way switch will enable you to control the light from either end of the staircase. Second; paint the walls while. This will give you the greatest light- commute books will be $7.02. Although the rates have not been established from Orinda to San Francisco, it is understood that'ihey will be in keerane with th was planned to be a model showing of the newest features of design, arrangement, equipment and furnishings, according to Harry "Stockman, of Emge Stockman. "To build a home which will compel -the attention of the modern homeseeker, who is well-versed with the trends and thoroughly familiar with the new ideas that are being- developed In home design, arrangement and furnishings, is a sizeable task," Stockman said.

"We believe that any furnished display home, which does not give its visitors something new and useful that they can take away with them and which will be helpful to them 'either in planning a home of their or in judging home values, is of little importance, "It is one thing to arrange a reflecting value from the wall sur land fares. faces. A third safeguard is to paint a white line afong the edge of each step. A still further precaution is 'The coach service will take pas the installation of a handrail. sengers directly downtown Oakland at 14th Street and Broadway before starting across the bav Speaking of paint and steps in the pip7 iMpHiliteia (Wh Kit bridge.

In San Francisco it is same breath, on a tour of safety Inspection, check up carefully on outside steps that have to stand the wear and tear of weather. If they understood that passengers will be discharged within easy walkins dis- I i "mm WiMMi- 1 tance of the financial and business districts, are badly in need of paint, the wood in them will rot and split. Some JTiese interior views of tjie "Million Dollar View" home in Montclair Highlands, above Moraga "Officials of the Sacramento time, when it's least expected, they are likely to crash to the ground. Road, are illustrative of the beauty. end hospitality that characterizes the French provincia type of fur- Northern Railway state that I I t.

.1 11 1 ft Orlnda's rapid growth, based UDon used; (right) nisnings. pper ten; tne tuning room in wnicn a room-nze unental tloor covering is On the other hand, if kept well painted, moisture will have no chance to cause disintegration. iL Jii .1 I I I I and its fine climate, scenery and ideal living conditions, is an imoortant me aainiy Damroom wim graoerui, moaern nxrures; flower ien; a corner or tne master bedroom, This home, located at 980 Bridge Road in Estudillo Estates, is one of three that are open for inspection in the tract, Stanley Davis ii the builder. Safeguards against disease can be (right) the spacious living ibom with massive fireplace, The hom! was furnished by the H. well Company and Stockmsn Emge are the tract representatives.

show home that is simply a lavish display and another to create one that will cause people to say: This home looks ready to be lived We believe," from the comments we have heard on every hand, that we have accomplished this latter task. Visitors have remarked that there is nothing of the commonplace or ordinary In this furnished home showing. New ideas in the arrangement of the rooms, In their finish, in the color scheme and in furnishings, have made this event one that will have a definite influence on all homes built and factor in their petition for the new service, which will augment their present electric rail service through Contra Costa County. effected with paint, Kitchen and pantry all household equipment that has to do with food need fre More than $1,500,000 worth of New Estudillo Home Open quent recoating. Smoothly painted surfaces offer no lodgment to germs and can be kept clean and sanitary.

homes either have been built or are' being built in Orinda today, "Of that amount $500,000 is represented Highlights Of Rem, Estate Development in residences now under, construction. These range from the mod furnished for many months. the increasing popularity of the informal English style of architecture as adapted to modern American ideas, a home has been completed at 830 Bridge Road, in Estudillo Estates that has all the 'The Million Dollar View, home will be a revelation to those who lnva fin things and who SDDre- ciate the presence of the little By VAN RIBBINK Developmtnt Editor The "Million Dollar View" home in Montclair Highlands, completely furnished by H. C. Capwell's, is niceties which go so far in adding characteristic features in design and How to guard against the danger of fire? Inspect storage closets, attics, cellars, for inflammable material.

Do not hoard things you no longer need. They are an invitation to conflagration. In this connection, you'll be interested to know that wood surfaces treated with paint are less likely to catch fire than dry, un-painted wood. This brings up th'Vy subject of your roof, for a drled-ouf" improperly protectd roof covering Invites stray sparks to do damage. The appearance of awnings that are faded or soiled can be much improved with exterior house paint that has been thinned considerably with turpentine.

A real estate outlook that, for a easily reached from the pass hall in the center. "The living-rooki has plenty of space either side 't the fireplace for davenport or easy chairs, and the entire room has been designed with a view to the correct disposition of furniture. Walls and ceiling are plaster finished, and the oak plank floor adds a rich appearance that harmonizes with the balance of the room. There is a master bedroom in the elevated pof-tion, which has Its own lavatory and shower, plenty of closet space and large windows. finish of this particular type of very large proportion of the cities est dwelling of $3500 to the $55,000 mansion.

"Visitors to Orinda during the past month have shown much interest in the two typical Orinda show homes, 'Casa Mariana and 'Casa Lenada', both of which now are for sale. "'Casa Lenada is of Monterey-Colonial architecture and is located in a secluded wooded glade. The architect was Frederick L. Confer. 'Casa Manana' on the other hand is a typical Mexican home, yet is modern in all its conveniences." 1 proving a mecea to out-of-town visitors, as well as to home lovers from the entire immediate Bay architecture.

A description of the beauty and luxury to the home. "In furnishing, the H. C. Capwell Company has achieved a new high mark of artistry. Each room is a thing of living beauty hospitable, natural, genuinely liveable." house reads; "The home is unusually compjet Area, it is announced, The reslcence was designed and laid out from the standpoint of the Real estate is selling for higher prices than a year ago in 77 per cent of the cities of the country, while only 1 per cent show a price level lower than last year.

Outstanding new features of real estate recovery is the way rents for central business properties are stepping up, a trend of importance in arrangement. The dining and breakfast rooms' are conveniently accessible to the kitchen; and the two bedrooms on the main floor, with bathroom in between, are family who will eventually live there. Great core was taken that the kitchen was conveniently, yet spaciously arranged. The living for the Indication it gives of how far business in general is prepar Cclifornia in Gold Output California was the leading fold producing Stat In 1039, the Bureau of ttie Mint reported, while Idaho moved Into top position among the Nation's illver producers, displacing Utah, the 1934 leader. ing for coming activity.

Central room and the twin bed room upstairs are also receiving much favorable comment. The living room was completely planned and fur business property, the survey finds, is leading for rates higher than a year ago in 62 per cent of all cities nished by H. C. Capwell's Home Planning Service as an example of how living room can. be correct, represented.

Only 2 per cent of of the country, is the most promising in many is shown by the twenty -seventh semi-annual survey of the real estate market, general findings of which are released today by the National Association of Real Estate Boards. The survey is from confidential reports made to the association by local member boards. It covers 252 cities. Stiffening earning power of real estate, including business as well as residential properties, forms the backbone of the advance. New home building, its most striking expression, is held back in some communities by construction costs, in some communities by.

difficulty still experienced In adjusting mortgage terms to buyers' needs, and by other causes, but in many cities it has reached the point where homesites again are in demand. The real estate market in general is more active than a year ago in 92 per cent of the cities of the country, the survey finds The mines and placers of Call fornla produced 870,120 ounces of ,1 cities report these rales going lower. The survey gives these important measures of the real estate outlook: 1. Under-supply of single-family dwellings is shown in 76 per cent of the pities reporting, as against 66 per cent, so reporting six months ago. Only 1 per cent show any oversupply.

2. Under-supply of apartments is reported in 45 per cent Of the cities, as against 43 per cent of the yet still have that certain air of being "livable." The twin bed room upstairs, known as the Blue Room, is causing comment principally because of Its decorative treatment, spaciousness, location, and the fact that it is joined by the Blue Bathroom. "Men with an eye to color seem to prefer the yellow bedroom, furnished in sun-golden yellow, with Jungle Brown rug, and brown stripe on the modern Amqdec furniture for contrast." gold valued at $30,454,200 lost year, exceeding South Dakota's second ranking of 667,120 ounces worth $19,849,200. The output of Idaho's silver mines totaled 10,314,348 ounces, which brought $7,413,438 at an average price of approximately 72 cents an ounce. The country as a whole produced 3,609,283 ounces of gold valued at $126,324,900, and 45,924,454 ounces of silver worth $33,008,201.

Yoryour praise approval of the H.GCAPWELL furnished display home, we take this opportunity to extend our thanks. That 7200 visitors have already seen this display proves again the interest of the public in fine Jiomes and in fine home furnishings. And when you said: "It looks ready to be lived in!" you gave it the highest praise any home could earn. (Continued on Next Page.) North Crag mont Property ON CRESTON BOAD AND mmrzw 5 GRIZZLY PEAK BOULEVARD at one-half ni mm, atwectatton NOW OPEN FOR INSPECTION We believe your visit repaid you. For in the six spacious rooms of this magnificent home you saw a supreme example of how beauty, convenience and moderate cost combine.

In every room you saw decorations that prove that good taste need not be expensive when skilled decorators have unlimited choice of furnishings as they do at H. C. Capwell's THE PRESENT MARKET VALUE This it no exaggeration, but an ACTUAL Beautiful Wooded, View Lots, practically level in the Choicest Section of Berkeley at an average price of $1000 PER 50 FT. LOT Now offered for QuickrSalr at0 Cash, Balance on Long, Easy Terms Come out and let ns show you this property. We want you to compare it for price, location, views and desirability with any other property Jn Berkeley.

addressed to the 1200 visitors who have seen thej A unique English design, adapted to modern American ideas. Three bedrooms, two baths, spacious living room, dining room and break-fast room; scientifically planned kitchen. Basement contains large recreation hall, finished in knotty pine, laundry with gas burning furnace. Two-car aaraae. The lot is lanrUrane complete home furnishers.

And in the Million VietV Home IeSS SCtting MontcIaiir Highlands you saw the Piedmont hills district at its best. ----r and home now ready for immediate occupancy. Located at 980 Bridge Road; surrounded by Beautiful Homes and Gardens. While in llie Cragmoht region, we Invite jou to Import tliii unusually attrirtive new home, -just romplctrd at 565 Spruce St. which we are offering at $9,500.

One of the most beautiful homes in this desirable location. Three Bedrooms, two PRICE, $6850 Moderate down payment Long Easy Terms, at 6 Interest Let this he an invitation for those who have not visited "The Million Dollar View Drive out or any day or night this week. Visiting hours', daily and Sunday, 10 a. m. to 9 p.

m. CAPWELL BkOADWAY-20TH-TELEGRAPH TEMPI.EBAR.I-I-I-I EMGE 1TOCKMAN 1 Drive out today and see this home and others now open for inspection. Many choice lots available. Estudillo Estates is only-20 minutes from City Hall, Oakland. Drive out East 14th Street to Estudillo Avenue, turn left to property; or out Foothill Boulevard direct to tract.

"SW0 10 th KSenun? Unobstructed, Permanent Views of Bay CLYDE O. SWEET REALTOR 3810 BROADWAY DRIVE OUT Mortga Road or Pgr Boulevard to Mountain Boulevard Snake Road. 1 Turn up Snake Road follow the arrows direct to home. HUMBOIDT 79I7. CoIWe at Broarlwav Spruce at Grizzly Peak Tel.

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