Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 60, Number 278, Decatur, Adams County, 26 November 1962 — Page 2

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BUILDERS SIT WOM EII EAST WORD M SELECTO* OF NEW HOME ® ,u s„? ta T Homes delight women because the kitchen and laundry area, house heating and air conditioning equipment are designed to make family living pleasant and comfortable. Men like Blue Star Homes because operating costs are lower and gas equipment is always dependable, safe, automatic and carefree. It’s the really modern way to five.

» The nation’s home builders are ; becoming increasingly sensitive to . “my fair lady’s" likes and dislikes. The reason, of course, is that wom-

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eri generally have the final say in the selection of a new home. When women indicated their preference for attractive kitchens, builders quickly became kitchen experts. Today, kitchens are all that any woman could ask for. And now that women have indicated a desire for air conditioning, builders are offering air conditioning as an optional feature in most new homes. Many families, the American Gas Association reports, are going a step further and specifying gas central systems which combine heaitng and air conditioning on a year - round basis. One advantage of these their ability to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures in every room in the home, regardless of the weather outside. Another advantage is their economical operation and compact size which permits installation almost anywhere the homeowner prefers. When space is a factor, the unit can be installed in a closet off the kitchen or in an attached garage. The desire for air conditioned homes is based on other practical considerations as well. Women have learned that the need for heavy cleaning, laundering, ironing and dusting is cut in half. Families eat better, sleep better, feel better in air conditioned homes. Health too, is improved. And husbands like the fact that air conditioning adds to the value of their property, increases the resale price and contirbutes to the family’s well being: ARCHITECT’S ROLE DEFINED Time was when most people considered an architect indispensable for large commercial buildings but far too expensive for single - home construction. Nowadays, people are coming to realize that retaining an architect to plan their home is one of the most practical steps they can take. It’s all part of the emerging concept of long-range economy, which is also influencing people to select quality, durable materials such as ceramic tile when they are planning a new home or a major remodeling project. MORE BATHS Two out of three new homes have more than one bath. In homes of quality, the floors, walls and countertops of these bathrooms are surfaced with a durable material, such as ceramic tile, that will hold up through the years. Real tile is Waterproof, resists stains and stratches and is easily cleaned- It now comes in a wider selection of colors, shapes and patterns than every before.

VC -h At' > Jr 3 !»■. i \ nA\ W'/ r WBii* it i 1 ipMf .jtjfcyYa Y* ’■WEfi’Jt I 1 .fag A modern electric wishwasher is often chosen by builders of new homes to meet Gold Medallion requirements, which call for an electric range and at least three other major electric appliances. The dishwasher shown above is a built-in model that loads from the front. Other types include portables, freestanding and convertibles, which can be built in.

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A USEFUL HOME AID An automatic gas disposer is one of the most useful home appliances ever devised. It will keep the home free of garbage and trash all year long. It is attractively designed and can.be installed inside the home wherever proper venting permits. And it is completely smokeless and odorless. The “smokeless - odorless” designation is not a vague claim, the American Gas Association points out. The new gas disposers are designed to consume virtually all combustibles originating in the home — garbage, paper, rags, cartons, strings, sweepings, small pieces of wood, even heavy bones and old shoes. And they are fully automatic and smartly styled. First Sight The Douglas fir tree, America’s most prolifically used commercial lumber species, was first sighted by Captain George Vancouver, famed English explorer as he cruised along Puget Sound in 1792.

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Big Family, Little Kids? Dishwasher’s Perfect Gift

Suppose that, like millions of other women, you’re a grandmother. At Christmas time it’s easy to buy bunnies and bears, books and baby buggies sos the youngsters, but what about the young marrieds? Better than baubles is a gift of extra time for all hands, and an electric dishwasher will give them that —and more. Remember when your children were little—the constant clutter of dirty dishes soaking in the sink and stacked on the counter? An automatic dish washer would have been a blessing then, wouldn’t it? It’s the same today — youngsters eat just as much, just as often, and their mothers get just as weary from the endless cleanup job. An appliance that saves hours of drudgery and helps wipe out kitchen clutter makes a perfect gift for harrassed young parents. When you shop for a gift dishwasher, look for one that suits the family and their kitchen. Today’s electric units come in a variety of types, sizes and finishes to suit any kitchen,,.whether large or small, temporary or permanent, antique or ultra-modern. In addition to built-in and freestanding models, there are portables and convertibles that need no installation and therefore can be taken along when the family moves to a new home. Both portables and convertibles are rolled to the sink and to the hot water faucet whepxfishes are to be washed, and- rolled out of the way when tfie dishwashing’s done. Buift-in dishwasher-sink combinations are space savers in limited kitchens. The new models have a greater choice of cycles, including heavyduty for pots and pans, gentle and regular washes, rinsing and drying. Hand pre-rinsing is no longer necessary, as today’s machines have an automatic rinse-and-hold cycle. This means that breakfast and lunch dishes can be stored out of sight until after dinner without having food stick stubbornly to them.

BUSY MOTHERS BENEFIT FROM BLUE STAR HOMES FT* ■ - | jrrwooaßMfc $ ‘ W't'l.T' b * ■mam f - WMh I m| ■aßt . .jJnjay • & &9BXsSSHttaK Busy mothers appreciate the many convenience features found In Blue Star Homes. Kitchens are planned for maximum efficiency and a minimum of steps yet are nice enough to entertain in. And today’s gas appliances are fully automatic so mother has more time for her family.

Time is the most precious commodity in a mother's life. From the hurried moment when she starts the breakfast coffee to the weary moment when she closes the door on the kitchen at night, she is working against the clock. A well - planned, well-equipped home saves her time, energy and steps. It keeps her home running smoothly and efficiently and it helps her attain the goal toward

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rww*-" J 0 ffi I '■l I r mFwL IM jrW, --■‘fliKflF The extra time this new portable electric dishwasher saves will keep this young wife’s smile bright for years by giving her hours for more rewarding activities. The Christmas tree decoration will come off after the holidays to leave the dark coppertone finish flawless. Rack designs now provide for “random loading” without lessening the efficiency of the washing action. New impeller and propeller arms enable powerful jets of hot water to wash the dishes from every direction. Some models have two or three different water jet sources. Larger capacities are important to growing families. Electric dishwashers now hold more table settings than ever before. Other features include self-cleansing filter systems, dual detergent cups for two washing cycles, and containers for wetting agents that help dishes dry to a spotfree sparkle. All hands will love an electric dishwasher, so no matter what model or type you choose, you’ll be giving your family pleasure by shortening their working hours while helping to “unclutter” the kitchen.

1 which her energies are constantIly directed: The building of a ; happy family life. | All of these requirements for I better living are wrapped up in i a new symbol — the Blue Star Home Award. Homes that qual- ! ify for the Blue Star are the : result of close cooperation between the builder, architect and gas company. They offer the

New Range Dandy Gift For Any Wife Looking for a Christmas gift to make all your wife’s days merry and bright? Does she like to cook? Get her an automatic electric range. Does she hate to cook? Get her an automatic electric range. It’ll make good cooking better than ever ana will free any cook from tiresome pot watching, poking, probing dnd guesswork. Here’s a checklist of features to guide you in your gift shopping: Automatic Controls Finely tuned automatic time and temperature controls turn the oven on and off at the times set. They also regulate with souffle preciseness baking, broiling, grilling, stewing, and roasting. Automatic high-speed surface units supply balanced heat at any temperature needed. When surface units are thermostatically controlled, as many of the new ones are, they prevent scorching and burning by keeping heat inside the pan at exactly the right temperature. Cleaner, Cooler Electric cooking is clean cooking because new range designs have eliminated food-catching cracks and crevices; raised rims around surface units keep spilled food from running over the edges, and the ranges are engineered for easy cleaning. With electric neat transferred directly to the pan, and ovens completely insulated on all sides, top and bottom, cooking’s much cooler in an electric kitchen. Sleek-looking No matter what type of electric range you choose — freestanding, built-in, drop-in, or high-oven type — the new unit’s trim, built-in look will give your kitchen a sleek appearance. Separate cook tops and ovens can be placed wherever it’s most convenient for the homemaker. Double or single oven units, separate or in combination, may have see-through doors or plain ones. For meat cookery, ovens may have removable rotisseries that provide year-round barbecuing, and automatic meat thermometers for perfect roasts. homebuyer dramatic new features, extra living space and greater convenience. Every Blue Star Home includes automatic gas cooking, water heating and house heating appliances approved for safety durability and performance by the American Gas Association Laboratories. Fingertip climate control is another important feature of Blue Star Homes. Families can choose gas units that will heat and cool the entire house year-round. Or they can start with gas heat and add gas air conditioning later. The dual personality of gas makes it the ideal fuel for any season. In cold weather, the gas unit adds moisture to the air to prevent dryness, and in the summer reduces excess water vapor to provide relief from unpleasant humidity. Hot water, too, must be available in abundance. This is why familyrated gas water heaters are standard equipment in Blue Star Homes. The family that buys a Blue Star Home gets extra value for its housing dollars and saves on operating costs as well. This is because gas is tops in efficiency, dependability and economy. Even small homes in the modest price range benefit from the careful planning, modern equipment and economical maintenance th a t make Blue Star Homes outstanding buys. The local gas company can give directions on how to reach Blue Star Home devedopments and answer any questions regarding cost and equipment.

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GAS DRYER SAVES TIME Women who use automatic gas dryers save time, energy and money when compared with those who dry clothes on clothlines, according to the American Gaa Association. Statistics indicate that gas dryers save homemakers 300 hours (or 37V4 eight-hour days) each year. The energy saved each week is equivalent to the amount it would take to climb a ladder six and a half miles high. Women who carry heavy wash baskets out to the clothesline lift and haul literally tons of weight each year. Modem gas dryers eliminate this arduous chore and save precious hours in the doing. Dryer owners save dollars, too, A. G. A. reports, since they buy half as many clothes as those who do their laundry manually. Families with dryers average savings in excess of $250 annually. Items too large for hand laundering are easily accommodated in gas washer - dryer combinations. Slip covers, blankets, scatter rugs, heavy outer garments and similar items, which usually have to be sent to commercial laundries or dry cleaners, can be laundered in a gas combination for just a few pennies per item. The savings in time, energy and (money .are benefits every busy * homemaker appreciates! } BURNPROOF COUNTER Most counter surfacing materials will be permanently damaged if contacted by a hot pot or pan. This presents a problem in a small kitchen with limited counter space. The solution lies in covering the counter with burnproof ceramic tile. This versatile product is also scratchproof and comes in more than 250 colors. TILE FACTS The use of ceramic tile has more than tripled in the United States since 1947. Ceramic tile is available in more than 250 colors. A wipe with a damp clot his usually all that is needed to clean ceramic tile. Eye Stopper One ingenious housewife tired of the drab rough-sawn cedar tongue-and-grove boards on the front of the house, sprayed them white to contrast with the brown of the rest of the siding. The face lifting was an eye stopper. - It's Simple With a saw, a hammer and a chisel a person can build almost anything from lumber. No other building material is so flexible and easily cut and' shaped. POOR SOIL If you have a yard rocky or infertile soil that just won’t grow grass, the best cure is a wood deck which needs neither mowing or watering. NEW HANDBAG GLAMOUR Last year’s straw handbag can be given new glamour by painting it in bright colors with a handy aerosol self - spraying paint can. Since paint sticks better to a clean surface, vacuum the bag first to remove any dust and wipe away any oil, grease or lipstick with a cloth soaked in odorless paint thinner. If you spray the bag with a gold lacquer, it’s a good idea to finish with a coat of clear varnish for additional protection. SASH AND TRIM FIRST It’s a good idea where possible to paint the outside window sash and trim with your chosen trim paint or exterior enamel before painting the rest of the house. In this way you avoid placing the ladder against the newly painted siding.