Oakland Tribune from Oakland, California • Page 47

pjsjMRRHMaBqpl Basft-. -attap BUILD IN tMan MtMaftHt rases oauru lute M-l VOL CXXXI OAKLAND. CALIFORNIA. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29. 1939 DEVELOPMIN POWER SAW EXHIBIT EFFECTS THE 'OUTDOOR' LIVING THEME FHA.

Spurs Huge Outlay I Home Gives New Ideas Home Buying In Moraga Home ownership has become Homes under construction and others, for which plans have been quarter -of -a-billion dollar industry At least 10 hornet to be built In the Bay area during the next few r-v AxP fx il approved In Moraga Estates and months will Incorporate Ideas that Woodlands, represent a total In were introduced In Pacifica Home, -McDnffis Comoanr -Can- vestment in excess of three-quarters of a million dollars, according well's furnished display home In in Northern California since THA Insured mortgages were made available through local lending Institutions, according to D. MeGinneaa, district director of the TtAtxtl Housing Administration. Since inception of the FHA plan of home financing In 1935. mortgages amounting to $250,883,457 have kn aeipotpd for appraisal on 58,176 to Fred T. Wood, head of Fred T.

Park Hills, according an announcement made yesterday. "Sovwal of these homes will have Wood, Incorporated, developers of these two smart suburban subdl the Roof Garden Recreation Room visions In Contra Costa County at vhich has created sucn a sensation in Parifira Home." one of the offi the junction of Tunnel Road with the Orlnda and Moraga Highways. cial, nf Mason-McDuffie Company said. "Others will make use of the homes within the 48 counties of the Northern California District, it was declared. A complete home building service if vv i 4 i i 1 new background wall colors whicn hav nroved to be such an atrac- is also operated by the Wood or ganization.

More than halt ol mis wuu. mc-Ginness said, represents new homes built under FHA inspection from "Moraga Estates and Moraga Woodlands are the home owner's dream," Wood states. "Here he can find just the type of site he wants to develop level or sloping, clear or wooded, oak grown or with a full-bearing orchard. A number of approved plana and specmcauoni. Newly built homes in this district number 29,899, financed under insured mortgages aggregating UPTREND SHOWN "These figures," said the housing director, "are evidence of the gen- eral in new residential construction.

Each year new has constituted a greater "What will speculative builders' hornet be like?" Park Hill visitors who have been asking that question will find the answer in this recently completed home, designed by John B. Anthony, architect Built around a sun-drenched garden, it features outdoor living the theme introduced by Pacifica Home, the furnished display home which Mason-McDuffie and Capwell's are Jointly sponsoring in Park Hills. sites are large one-third to live acres so that there is plenty of room for trees and gardens, pets and hobbies. Seclusion and privacy are possible to whatever degree desired. You can live your own life as you like it a feature which has had much to do with drawing here so many professional men, business tive feature tne display nome.

Still others are adapting the unique room arrangement, or the decorative schemes featured in the bedrooms, "We know these features are to be included in at least 10 homes because prospective owners or builders have told us so. Naturally we have no way of knowing how many people will use ideas they obtained by visiting Pacifica Home in designing or furnishing their own homes, for with nearly 50,000 attendance to date, we have not been able to talk with but a small percentage of those who have gone through. "We are certainly most happy to have people make use of Pacifica Home as a place to come for ideas. It was designed and furnished to introduce and to dramatize a new and finer manner of living and as such It Includes features of arrangement, equipment and furnishings that are absolutely new. "Pacifica Home is located on executives and retired people.

One section of the power tool department of the Simon Hard "Tne nomes aireaoy duui ana NEW MORAGA ESTATES HOME percentage of the total volume oi mortgages insured. "Definite acceleration to the financing and construction of new homes has come out of the practice, now becoming widespread among builders, of submitting plans and specification for new homes to the Federal Housing Administration prior to the beginning of construction. "In the case of mortgages repre- mtln mnra than 80 and UP to 90 being planned for Moraga Estates ware Company at Eighth and Broadway. la devoted to power laws. In the picture, Henry A.

Mcdhen. manager of the department explains the operation of the "Speedmatlc" portable saw to a customer. "One-hand" operation of the tool is possible because of its light weight. and Moraga Woodlands well illustrate how the different buyers are enjoying their opportunities to develop their own particular ideas. Practically every style of architecture is represented, modest homes in many; cases and very expensive in other Instances.

per cent of valuation, mis submittal for FHA approval prior to starting construction is obligatory, Shasta Road, just off of scenic Grizzly Peak Boulevard. It is open daily and Sunday." Activity in Oak "Paved roads reach to every site and all of the city conveniences of water, gas, electricity and telephone service are available. Adequate re but many operative builders u-nanclng developments on a basis of 80 per cent valuations also are ob Portable Handsaws Being Demonstrated Knoll Continues taining FHA approval Dore ground Is broken. rtimt -n anna linn strictions have been established and no residence can be built on less than 7500 square feet of land. Every feature of Moraga Estates and Woodlands is an incentive to ei.joy the prestige and security of home The outstanding values of two -y-" J' Recommended because of the ben This Dractide has proved to be new homes just completed by Robert Trimlett in Oak Knoll have been the cause of much favorable com good business among builders, since publla demand for FHA standards efits for both employer and.

employee, "Speedmatic" portable hand saws, electrically operated, are be ownership. Business on Uptrend Throughout Nation Having just completed a business survey of 33 States, W. L. Lyons Brown, secretary and director of dales and advertising of the Brown-Forman Distillery Company of Louisville, stated yesterday that Increased business is in evidence in every State he has visited. "Our own business for August ment, according to A.

A. Thiel, tract manager for the David D. Bohan and approval is oecoming more emphatic. It is accepted by buyers ss assuring a degree of durability and soundness in construction practice non Organization. "FHA appraisals ing demonstrated by the Simon Hardware Company, distributors of a wide variety of builders' and con are generally admitted to be at New Outside Wall Covering Developed rock-bottom prices, so these new homes are the utmost that can be tractors' supplies.

"These electric hand saws reduce accomplished in economical and was the largest in the history of our sound construction," Thiel states, A new type covering for exterior the effort required of the workman in framing, flooring, siding, sheath Considerable activity is reported company, Brown said. Brown, who is one of the member of the third eeneration of the by Thiel throughout the tract. "Mr, wnicn ine prospective noma uwner has learned to appreciate. "This, In turn, has developed a new confidence and an increased desire for home ownership which is reflected in the large number of new homes started under FHA Inspection and insured financing since the first of the year." It was stated that 97 per cent of the families buying these new homes are investing less than one-fifth of their incomes to meet the walls has been developed by the Creo-Dipt Company, a side wall that combines the advantages of eye ap and Mrs. T.

G. Williams and Mr. ing, roofing and finishing," states Lou Simon, manager of the hard and Mrs. C. D.

Rushmer are new residents. Glen Bunker, builder, is Brown family engaged in distilling Kentucky whisky, is In the Bay district conferring with E. Roter-mund. Northern California manager ware "'at tne same time Increasing speed and efficiency. With our easy payment plan they peal with those of quality and economy, according to the Marshall Shingle Company, members of the rapidly completing a new home for Mr.

and Mrs. G. Chavalas. This home is located at a point where it for Brown-Forman. He was accom FHA Better Housing Bureau.

can be paid for out of earnings, liquilatlng their cost at less than These new walls are constructed overlooks both of the Bay bridges panied on his trip from Denver west by Harry D. Kinnear, Western monthly payments which pay eff the mortgage loans, and half were with "Creo-Dipt Zephyr" shingles and Treasure Island. L. T. Leon One of the beautiful new homes recently completed in Moraga Estates smart suburban subdivision of Fred T.

Wood, Incorporated, at the Junction of the new Tunnel Road with the Moraga and Orinda highways. 3 cents per hour, on a 40-hour weeK basis. "The combination of power and tales manager for tne firm. "Brnwn.Forman." Brown stated, made from first growth, live, red cedar, processed in such a way as to a handspllt appearance. ards, builder, and Robert Trimlett, builder, have started work on two 1 K.i said to be making payments of 10 to 19 per cent of their monthly incomes, or less than they formerly speed exhibited by 'Speedmatic' "is planning increased advertising and merchandising activity in this territory, and greatly increased use saws, promotes fast, accurate, clean- They have many features which are 'With the continued progress on paid as rent.

edged cuts, with no jumping or not obtainable in ordinary shingles, jerking," Simon continues. "The of newspaper-advertising space. the work of straightening and widening of Mountain Boulevard to 120 feet through the Oak Knoll tract as they not only are grooved but are Jointed on all sides so that they may be laid close together, the PROGRESS IN HOUSING WORK operation is fast and smooth, ngnt to the mark by following a line, Financing Costs Under FHA Rate Outlined by the city authorities, we expect llj.i .1 ...111 1 1 Lotus Blue and Wine freehand, or guiding from a straight Joints between the shingles appear Scillas Ideal as Complement To Garden's 'Star Performers' By GEORGE C. RQEDING President California Nursery Co. edge.

The bevel adjusting base is liiui mere win ue a uuutitiuuua increase in the activity in Oak Knoll A soft gray-blue with a lavender ing as another grove, and giving calibrated by degrees to maKe cast lovely for the walls and wood an unbroken horizontal line, it is How the housing authority, a The Federal Housing Administration has just published new sales and building." quick, accurate settings. For dado pointed out. local Governmental agency that was work of a cheerful room witn plenty nf unnH! Is known as blue lotus. ing, the base raises and lowers on first created in the United States in The "Zephyr" shingles are stained at the factory so that the under side 1933, is working out its role with Kitchen Colors A kitchen with a cool appearance, To mix this color, combine 60 parts of white, 16 parts ultramarine blue snri nnn rinrt Indian red. For a har a level, and automatically stays where it is put, giving identical depths of cuts until changed.

Be the cooperation of Federal, State is also protected from the weather, Theatrical producers know that be planted about three Inches deep, and municipal Governments, is de has light green painted walls which eliminating swelling due to moisture. Regarding the method of ap the success of a show often depends though they aren't Ussy, about thi cause they are balanced, 'one-hand' scribed in a report released today harmonize with the ivory-colored by the National Association of plication, Edward Marshall states: They are most effective planted in fairly close drifts but they increase so rapidly that even a thin planting paint of the cabinets and the slightly deeper green of the ceiling. Housing Officials. "These shingles are always ap more on the performance given by chorus and orchestra than on the brilliance of the stars. Gardeners likewise find that the glory of their monious color scheme along modern lines, add a rug of deep wine color and white accessories about the room.

The rug color may be matched in an upholstery fabric for the couch and the large chairs also for the pamphlet titled "4V4 per cent iha Insured Loans," which explains the mortgage-financing costs under the new maximum rate of 4 per cent permitted under FHA regulations. The pamphlet explains the dol-lars-and-cents costs under the new regulations and contains also further information on buying a home under the FHA plan. Copies, which are may te obtained on written requests from any FHA state or district insuring office or direct from FHA headquarters in Washington, D.C saws, they are extremely easy to use. They are built of aluminum alloy, and operating from a light socket, are usable from cellar to roof. They are guaranteed, and plied by the double-wall method; Housing authorities have been set up, at the average rate of 40 becomes a mass in a few years.

that is, they are laid over either no, The floor is painted a deep moss green with a band of terra cotta red enclosed by a border of black. Gophers dislike their bitter taste a year, to clear slums and to pro 2 or No. 3 shingles or over insula tion board. This double-wall con and leave them strictly alone. window draperies.

Ivory-colored ruffled curtains hang vide adequate dwellings at low rents tr those who could not afford Birds often destroy bedding and Spring show is likely to come from the display of so-called "minor bulbs" than are used to enhSnce the beauty of star performers, such as daffodils, tulips and iris. In some instances the small bulbs pro struction insures effective insula at the windows. The sash and other stand up and do the work without petting. "This is but one of many Items offered on extended payments In our comprehensive tool department. border plants in gardens where woodwork of the room Is also ivory them otherwise, the report points out.

These authorities are estab there are many bulbs. Scillas are in tode. lished by local governing bodies the answer to this problem. Since ceed to- "steal the show." I recalh theji may be had in white, lavender tion, and makes It possible to lay the shingles at a 14-inch exposure, emphasizing the heavy shadow butt line. Because of their beauty and economy they are used extensively on both large and small homes, and are already popular in this locality.

acting under State law, and their programs are supported by Federal, State and local contributions. They pink and several shades of blue, they can be fitted into almost any Displayed here are band saws for wood or metal, wood lathes, 'South Bend metal lathes, saw tables, jigsaws, drill presses, electric drills Claremont Heights color scheme have no independent taxing or regulatory powers. They are fully approved by FHA and are recommended by leading Although a housing authority is and dozens of other labor and time' saving devices. All visitors are in vited to use our free parking fa an independent public agency in a planting of Scilla Campanulata beneath the shelter of an old oak that was intended to complement a bid of Clara Butt and Dream Tu lips. The Scillas grew to a height of over 20 inches and their mass of color in the mottled sunlight was the loveliest feature of the garden.

Scillas have the common name of Squills and one member of the family is used medicinally to pro cilla nutans Is the Scotch Blue Bell and its slightly nodding spike of bloom is delightfully fragrant. The Spanish Blue Bell or Spanish Wood Hyacinth, Scilla campanulata, architects and builders for the best almost all States, it is part of the cilitles at the rear of the store.1 in home construction." Governmental or public machinery in its area, and it needs to cooperate is taller and more erect than its with other public and private agen To those who haven't seen PACIFICA 1I0O in Park Hills cies, the report points out. Prepared as "the first manual on local ELRIIlllElfiTl Scotch cousin and has been developed into a wider color range. The common blue type is much inferior to the named varieties such as Excelsior and Lavender Queen, which often reach a height housing administration, the report describes the best methods of or duce Syrup of Squills. Wood Hyacinth is a nicer common name for them and indicates their liking for a lightly shaded location.

Scillas like a fairly loose soil and should ganizing and operating housing authorities, as developed in actual of 22 to 24 inches with correspond blooms, practice during the past few years, innly larger individual SOO to 824 BROADWAY, OAKLAND BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS lillP Only 34 Minutes from San Francisco by fast Key Trains Only new East pay subdivision "reached front San Francisco one commute fare, without transfer to ears or busses. Adjoins and overjooki the beautifully parked grounds of the famous Claremont Hotel Every lot enjoys a marvelous view; every home is specially designed to have a maximum of High class homes make it eminently desirable for homeseekers who demand the better type of residential environment. Yet prices art As Ion as Save Money With the New Electric Saw "SPEEDMATIC" F.H.A. Approved The Ideal Spot, for YonaE? Kfew ffiloaaae RIGHT IN THE HEART OF OAKLAND NOW OPEN FOR INSPECTION Cuts Days Off Every Contract. Very Easy to Take Out on the Job.

It AUte-slz building dtM, tt to acres. Priced as low as 11000 cm terms. Beautiful homes bulld-lns rapidly. Follow Tunnel Koad to Mont Rlshwar and investigate NOWI 1 $13.83 Dowa $1.15 Week Six-room display homt now open for inipactipn Although nearly 50,000 visitors have already been through this completely furnished display home, we know there are hundreds more of you who are planning to come out soon. Don't put off your visit too long! Don't miss, seeing a home that was designed, decorated and furnished to dramatize a new and finer manner of living.

Plan to come out thii Sunday. No matter how much or how little vod plan to spend for a home or home furnishings, Pacifica Home will give 'you scores of new and practical ideas -ideas you can use to put extra beauty, comfort and luxury into your home. Directions: Drive to University Ave. and Oxford St. Out Oxford to Vine.

Right one block on Vine to Spruce Street Out Spruce to its termination; at. Grissly Peak where arrows lead you to Pacifica Home. n. c. Broadway-20th-TeIegroph TE-llll Urlbwii i 2101 Shattuck E-C2C0 Muir Way Grizzly Peak S-' 19c Day Easy Term 7 rooms 6 rooms 5 rooms $8250 Fred T.

Wood, Inc. Main Office 1 Tunnel Road it Moraga Hithway 'Telephone OR inda 6081 EASY TO OWN It will work for you and liquidate itself for only 19c per day. Complete Facilities for Planning. mwmm $TATS By Auto turn left off Tunnel at Alvarado, block be-'yond auto entrance to hotel. Follow Alvarado Road -winding through beautiful hornet and gardens, to tract office.

Baldwin Howell Licensed Seal Estate Broken 717 Alvarado Road THornwall 1533 Kearny San Francises Highspeed Light Weight Smooth Finish 1 Accurate Cutting Guaranteed Saw Blade Curs 2 1116 Financing and Building Homes H. G. MARKHAM CO. Drive Up Coolldge From Hopkins, Direct to Lincoln Highlands 4144 Coolidg Avenut ANdoVer $544 One-hand Operation Long Lift Gear Drive Convertible to Table, Radial or Cut-off Saw 10 ittwdtiani.