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POME OF THE WEEK Their House Modern, But Friendly Too By MARGARET MAOEE Capital Journal Wrl'r Modernistic homes need not be cold and unfriendly. The Theodore Morris home, 3220 Creslview Dr., is proof of this. True, the redwood exterior with a white trim (the white is repeated in one whole end of the house), the wide expanse of windows looking toward the Willamette River and the valley, hardly prepares one for the extreme moderness of the interior But it is a pleasant surprise. The entrance hall has been separated from the dining section with a birch lattice work. The erey is repealed in the light grey of the rug in the living Closet Door Can Be Useful As Bookcase A panel closet door in almost any room 01 the house can he turned into a briglltly decorated conversation piece and made doubly useful at the same time by converting it to a combination door and bookcase. The trick is to use a five-panel door. The five panels arc knocked out and book sized boxes built behind the openings as shown in the sketch. The boxes can be constructed ot light shelving lumber or plywood. The combination door-bookcase is particularly suiled for n den, study or child's room, and can add interest and color to a living room or guest room. The clenr mndcrosa pine can be paiiftcd to larmonize witli room decor. Home Repairs Dos . . . Dont's AP Newsfealures DO . . . use ordinary woodwork' lug tools, with a few exceptions, in working with do - it - yourself aluminum. DO . . . back all aluminum shcch'ng with a block of scrap wood when drilling holes, which iHII can 11 can he done with a hand drill, a hrncc and hit or a power drill. DO . . . prevent the clogging of a file with aluminum grit by using a long toothed, single - cut file and cleaning the teeth with a file card or brush frequently, I'O . . . saw ihis type of alii minum with a hacksaw iwhen cut ting rods, hnrs and tiihe.il, wilh a coping saw Mo make irregular cuts and with any kind of power aw tto do any kind of cutting'. X X X DON'T . . . place aluminum tub ing in a vise without using some thing to protect the metal surlace from hnng marred. . DON'T ... try to form sheet aluminum with a hammer unless you are attempting to gel a ham mered cllcrt iplanishingi; a rub- her or oilier soil . laced mallet will prevent the metal from being damaged. DON'T . . . neglect to use rust proof screws, rivets or other fasteners. DON'T . . . fcirgit that an an tique elfecl can he obtained on embossed aluminum it ami ihim oiiflp n. in it;nniini dry, rubhing It with steel wool. Bttlhroom Shoivn Wotnvss Can Hurt t'nless your bathroom has some means of ventilation, you probnhly wilier, after n shower, thai ihr window and mirror arc clouded with steam. That's a warning to open Hie window; just a litlle and lor only a few minutes will he sullicient ! These rooms have been dune in I which opens into a hreeieway he ir vnn Hnn't nnpn IhA u-inilnu. Il,n li'Vlnrcil fir I,W u iwi.l n,,H ,. tl.n'i.. n. I...... nnA ixa n rn.. moisture will he forced lo lind ils own way out. As II penetrates Ihe Malls, it can cause damage lo Ihe InalcrlHls Willi wtiicn the House was built and may cause the paint outside lo blister. Perlitc jWakoa for ' Good Insulation The insulation ol concrete block buildings nnd foiindnlions has been made easier wilh the use of per lite, an exlremely light material made nf a volcanic lava substance that has been rrushed and Ihrn : "popped" under heal like popcorn. It weighs less than one tenth ns much as sand, Is pure while and 3s poured directly from hags Into ike cores of Ihe concrclo blocks, j tiled with a blue grey tile and is froom and dining section and in the ceiling and part of the walls ol the living room. Black and while add to the strong contrast in the room. but they have been skillfully band led. Designed It Themselves The Morrises designed the house themselves, with an eye to one that was easy N keep and very livable for Ihonj-aclvcs and their two sons, and navo achieved it even in using the modern. Furniture, instead of having angles, has been rounded and the warm tones of tho birch paneling in the living room and the dining area has softened the sharpness of the one black wall and the fire place with its black brick and sharp while mortar. Turquoise has also been used in the room and a largo white Japanese lantern used on one of the lights tends toward softness and is a contrast to the glass-topped coffee tables over which it hangs. Turquoise has been repealed in the chairs in the dining room, where the table is a very dark mahogany, matching a coffee table in the living room. Drapes now in use in the room are only temporary, Mrs. Morris explained, but they blend perfectly wilh the rest of the room, being in block print in black and white wilh touches of red and blue. Later she plans to use hand women drapes in oyster white with a gold, thread. Family Room , ' -Directly behind the living room and' opening onto a covered patio in back, is the family room, tins, loo. is modern, but in a different style. Stone from eastern Oregon has been used for the raised hearth corner tireplace, which extends to form part of one wall. On one of the other walls is a large map of the United States and across one whole end a sewing closet and a game closet have been built, wilh textured redwood ply wood used. The oilier wall has been papered in a sandy-pink grass paper, which is also used in the hallway lead ing lo the kilchen, bedrooms and utility room and back entrance. On the floor in the play room and hall way tennzo has been used. Drapes in the family room are of redwood-colored bamboo woven with white, finme tables are glnss- lopped and the chairs in pink, tur quoise, light green and violet have picked up the colors used in a modernistic davenport In front of Ihc fireplace. In this room, as in the living room, huge pillows are used for extra seating, instead of occasional chairs. Moving up the hallway toward the bedroom wine, one passes the kitchen. The Morrises let them selves go here and planned not only room (hat is different, bill func tional and pleasant. Cupboards and buills-in are ol Japanese sandalwood and have been stained dark. The counters and drainhoards are all in a light hri'jp and Ihe stove rlrmonls and t oven are both buill-ins. One vail i of the room has been done in pink ... ..... .1 - with one section of it in figured pink paper, and contrast to the oth er colors is the plum in the cur tains in the room. I'tillty Near Rrdrtxnnf tt the sup jest ion of the head of the house Mr. Morris the utility room was placed near the bed rooms, so that dirty linen and clolhes could he lossed right in 1 there. It opens oil Ihe hallway I just before one climbs Ihe stairs! In the master hedrnom. im bedroom is over the canine and has a nire view of the Willam ette Itiver and the valley to the west Chocolate, tan and brown and paneling in lisht mahogany have been used here. A rack for mapa- . -. ... nut's ons niTii oniii ann nine is a small television set. The pull drapes are of hetse and the same material has been quilted and used as a spread for the extra wide lint. (V( Ihe bedroom there is a large dressing room and bath. The rooms of the Morris' two sons are on the lower level with Ihe utility room and Ihe rest of Hie hmie. They hae srparale eiv tranies. hut Ihe rooms ran also be made into one room hv mminc 'the nlmnt rellinc-luch rimhnanU unci wardrobes ied as n divider ceiling Is a p.iper wilh a modern isne ncsitn. 1 tie drapes in these I rooms aie lo be ol hand woven, mini in iieige Willi winte and a CAPITAL SHADE lfiM Fairgrounds Road 6) Capital xUournal f HOME and Wednesday, March 20, V w 1 r1 - ft j ytf Wjjy -"limn 1 1 In their home at 3220 Crcstview Dr., above, the Theo dore Morrises have used modernistic decor and furnish ings, but also kept it from being cold and unfriendly. Center, Is the family room showing the stone fireplace with raised hearth, and a map of the United States on the wall nt the far end. Below, Is the living room showing the black wall at the end on which modernistic masks In white and turquoise have been used. (Capital Journal Photos) Warm Air Furnace Extends Its Popularity for The gas-fired warm air furnace not only is holding its own hut is extending ils margin of victory in the race for favor m the home healing market, says the tins Ap pliance iUaniilaclurcrs Association. In l'.ilifi alone. ROS.Ono of these furnaces were shipped by manu facturers a total far above Ibat for any oilier ilem of central heat ing equipment, and second only lo the gas urnnce record in lii.w. when Ihe number of housing starts was larger. The gas furnace total includes some gravity-type units, but by far the largest number arc of the forced warm air tyne. In a forced warm air system a blower is used ; 10 circulate nuiiiiuiiu-u, uuricu mi through a system ol ducts, and to draw bark cool air from various ! rooms lor reheating This reheated ! air is mixed wilh oilier air to pro- vide a constant Iresh supply. High Heat Standard. Basic ingredient in the success; :ol Ihe gas lorced warm air lurn - ace, says the manulacliirers group, is ils ability to provide high quality in heating standards at relatively modest initial and; operating costs There is a senile, diffused move ment of air. bringing to alt parts of the room an even, comfortable ; temperature. The filtering and humidilication functions are im portant, and the simple task of changing a filter usually Is some thing the householder will do for himself. However, the task of installing Ihe system is n job for an expert. liAMA reminds. The installer alien makes final adjustments alter Ihe householder has used Ihe system i ,or " Tl'"' "5M,rp lhj" j distribution of heat to each part metallic gold (bread. The halh (or Ihe rooms Is olf the hallway. lusl back of the utility room Is the back entrance ol Ihe house ! and Ihis Is used by Ihe boys and!"'0"' ,llc ,,u" carl their li lends, who also have their own game room in the partial basement New Beatify for Your Window! Save Money All Ways! tVfih Custom-Made Ditpeilii, Shidu, ViMlim Hindi CombiniMn Satin & Sldim Door) Kirich Oiipirf lodi ind Hirdwin M.inulHclurers of Salem Venetian Mind Cul In Measure Window Shades and DRAPERY SHOP Phone EM 1957 j jf J Modern Both In and Home Heating of (tic dwelling is al Ihc desired levels. Controls Contribute Automatic controls have made a major contribution to Ihe swift rise of tho gas furnace. They see to it thai Ihe burner and the blow er operalc in accurate response lo Ihe heal requirements set by Ihe thermostat. The gas supply is automatically cut off should the pilot light be extinguished. Central air conditioning often is installed with gas furnaces, or may be added later. In either case the same Ian, ducts and registers will be used for holh healing and cooling, although adjustments have 1 - Km ,nHn l,n, .mIih, e sHrlnri n,,,,, vwimib ,o n.u. (if growing importance is the practice of using two. or even more, gas-fired lorced warm air furnaces lor a dwelling that is particularly large, or spread-out. n"s Provides complete flexibility, and one pari may he selected for - ,,, conditioning without nilecline i ihc oiher. i j Wlifli1 I M 'l I f iwni (rood for Hauling Trash Containers Hauling garbage cans and trash containers to the alley or curb tor municipal pickup can be a back breaking lask. Overcome this ha zarn nv. nuiioing a piouorm on wheels which can easily be pulled. lifting melnl crimp lasiencrs, ai - ! men 1 ny i-inrn or similar nnnrus I logeiner in lorm a square rame work large enough for Ihe largest container. Inslall one ccnler brace. Nail lo the framework a piece of hardboard. Prime and paint Ihe outfit. Attach suitable wheels Irom on old doll buggy or baby carriage, or II the haul is over concrete, use rollerskate wheels. A hinged tongue or a' looped rope will com- fandber Jl FURNACES . For Clean Efficient Safe NATl'R AL OAS provide m-o-o Free Fstlnutes Frnnl A Division J J Jjj Out Questions Answered Camellia leaves are covered with a sooty-like substance, what should be done? D. C. This Is, apparently, a result of certain Insect infestations which can be controlled by using a white oil emulsion spray known as Florida Voick In MOO dilu tion. When can I plant cannas? Mrs. D. B. Cannas may be put In as soon as the weather warms up a bit. How soon can I start seeding my vegetable garden? R. A. Too early planting will cause the seed to rot In the ground or be nipped by a late frost. Better to wait until all danger of frost Is past and the ground Is not too wet. How large a plot Is needed for a good vegetable garden? L. D. A small patch pays better divi dends per square foot than a large one. FHA Inspectors Have Many Ways To Check Builder Federal Housing Administration inspectors have many ways of de termining the qulity of work done by home builders. Some of them are much too tcchnical'to be used wilh any advantage by the aver age prospective house purchaser. But others have a definite value in an over-all appraisal of a new home. If an FHA inspector notes, for instance, that there arc hammer marks, chipped edges and unset nails on the trim, lie regards it as evidence of careless workman ship. If the hardware is neatly and accurately installed, the wallpaper carefully hulted and matched, the paint with no brush marks or drips, be knows thai Ihe job has been done with care and pride. These arc seemingly smalt mat ters in construction work. And they would be useless without the more precise tests necessary for judging quality, let it is surpris ing how ntten the impressoin gained from observation of these little things is borne out by the kind of work done in the more important construction features ot the same house. Slanler Becomes Popular in Home The stapler has moved from the office to Ihe construction industry to the home. Its story gives (urther evidence that the manufacturer of ten lollows the lead of the public, even in the use of his own prod ucts. Staplers once were made pri marily for Ihe olfice. When car penters and roofers began to make some use ol them, heavy-duty staplers had to be turned out for such jobs as installing instillation and sheathing, fastening shingles to roof and attaching ceiling tiles, to mention just a lew. Then the home handyman began to find ctnr.lprs II e I II 1 fnr fnteninp j scrrcning lo frames, repairing wjn(iow shades, attaching uphol - jsiery, while Hie ladv ol the House discovered iney could ne used lor lacking shelf paper, fastening lunch bags and dozens of other things. Tho use ot staplers in Ihe home has hecome so popular that the world's largest mnnulnclurer of these machines is pulling out one designed exclusively (or the home. It comes with a bracket which can be mounted lo Ihe wall, so that It can be used either mounted or deiacnen. 1 vo-th even flow ol heat hv Terms pattlS Pine Called One of Best Evergreens Value Moled for Both Timber and as - Ornament Of the many trees native to Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, the Pine is one -of the most magnificent evergreen trees in the world. It has outstanding value both for timber and as widely cultivated ornamentals. Pines are easily distinguished by the fact that their needles are long and arranged in bunches of two to .five whereas the only other tree with needles in bunches is the Larch. But, Larch needles are short and arranged in bundles of as many as 30. Pines do not shed all of their needles in the winter but the Larch docs. Cultivated pines will do well in nearly any soil except that that is excessively wet. Therefore, drainage is important in locating pines for ornamental uses. There are over 50 species of pine in cultivation in the U.S., many known only to the special ists in the field. The Western white pine tpinus ponderosa) usu ally has five needles in its bunches. Splendid Tree The western white pine (pinus Fcxilis) is a splendid timber tree which climbs to 150 feet in height. Itsleavcs (or needles) arc, usually, 8 to 11 inches long and found three sheath. The cones are ob- longish averaging about six inches long. This pine is prominent in the forests of the Cascades. The lodaepole pine IPinus con- torta) is a two needled pine found East of the Cascades and along the coastal areas, sometimes called the "bull" or "jack" pine. Of all of the forest rees- that may be adapted to home -grounds plantings, the western white pine is, probably, the most versatile. It rarely exceeds 70 feet in height but, more often is only half that. Thus, its planting in the home grounds where natural trees do not abound, it will probably not overgrow ils location in our life time. The red pine (Pinus resinosa) sometimes called the Norway pine, is a valuable, quick growing tree useful in ornamental plantings. It makes a pyramidal tree to 100 feet. Can't Stand Exposure Hoots of the Pino cannot stand exposure to air and it cannot be transplanted successfully without a ball of earth. Thus, collecting specimens from the forests arc often fraught with disaster. The Pine is one ot the ew comicrs wilh a more or less distinct tap root, so, it becomes very difficult to move a large specimen. Com mercial growers offset this dis advantage by a system of root pruning that encourages t h c growth of fibrous roots. Care tor the Pine iree, once established in the home grounds, is a mailer .of careful planning as pruning for shape and form is a painstaking task. If a specimen has hecome mis shapen, the task is different than shaping the ordinary tree. If the unbalance is pronounced, it is probably too late to do cor rective pruning. Examine t h c branches that are too long and notice the tip. Except in early summer, there will be a cluster of buds which will develop during the season. If the branch is too long, pick out Ihe center bud. This will slop terminal growth for one year and the remaining buds will develop lateral branches of more vigor. Dead or diseased parts should, of course, be removed. Cultivated pines arc the objects of certain insect pests, as are most growing plants. Arsenical sprays will combat most of these, except scale. Scale is controlled with misclble oil sprays in the Spring. Rust is a characteristic disease of pines but can, usually, be controlled with sulpher sprays. But, with a little care and at tention the Pine can be a fine addition to the landscape plan. RESIDENCE SOLD SCOTTS MILLS (Special I - Mr. nnd Mrs. Roy Watts have sold their home to Mr. and Mrs. Hascn i Japrr nf California and ntirrhacpH 1 property in St. Helens where Mr. 1 Walts is rmployed. Protwt your children from fttrcet accidents tnd wander Itxt by making your own yard into a iwfe pl ground with CYCLONE FENCE. Direct factory price and easy pav ment plan make it i limpl to protect vmir chil dren, home and yard with a lonc-lating Cyclone Fence, For a frr etimt, jujttcall. HKimont l-MOi 400 N. K. Uth Ave. rnriUnd U, OrrRf d I ht mtti mm mil cotntttiM una. tcmn trciMi rtct SETTLERS BROUGHT THEM Heather Has By MARK M. TAYLOR Capital Journal Special Writer No plant found in our gardens ennvevs the "Old World Charm," legendary in literature and song as does the Heathers. . Heathers are native over most of Europe and were brought to America by early seiners, in me early 18th century, it is noted that The Netherlands was covered by heathers in one-fifth its total area. The heathers, cultivated here, ranee from the small Calluna vul garis foxi, which is only a few inches tall, to the Calluna nam mond, which may reach i'i feet in height. The flowers of the heathers con stantly are admired as are the close growing evergreen, needle- like leaves. Heathers are especially adapted to rock garden conditions, for bank plantings and (or naturalizing. Must Have Acid Soil The soil must be acid where heathers are to thrive, a fact that makes them ideally adapted to Ihis area. The soil should not be too fertile as fertility causes these plants to grow excessively and be come leggy. Too rapid growth may even cause death of the plants. A relatively poor soil forces the plants to grow slowly and retain their proper sizes. The soil must be moist, but not wet, and must not dry out completely. Leggy plants may be cut well back early the spring to promote new erowth and better bloom. In order to bloom well the plants must have plenty ol sunshine. Full sun will insure maximum bloom. Calluna vulgaris has more than 20 yarieties available from nurser Spring Flower Show Slated for The fifth annual Spring Flower Show, sponsored by the Salem Garden Councir, has been set for May 10 and 11 at the Izaak Walton clubhouse, 501 S. Cottage St. Ma jor divisions ot the show include sections for biennials, perennials, bulbs, tubers, corms or rhizomes, flowering shrubs, trees or vines, Your Garden Notebook By MARK M. TAYLOR Do You Know? Ten species ot Willows grow in Oregon? The name Manzanita for a na tive Oregon shrub is (rom t h e Spanish meaning "little apple"? That Balsam firs are true firs? Tho most important species of firs is the Noble Fir (Abies nobil- is)? Abies grandis, or lowland while fir is an important lumber pro ducer? The Pinaceae Family, called the pine, fir or spruce family contains 33 general and over 2o0 species ot evergreen shrubs and trees? The Pimento is an aromatic tree not to be confused wilh a kind of peppers, correctly called Pimicn to? COMING EVENTS April 12-13 Camellia Show, Salem. May 10-11 Spring Flower Show, Salem Garden Council, Izaac Walton Clubhouse. Salem. June 7-8 District mceling and Rose Show. Medford. ! June 10-16 Rose Festival, ; Portland. I June 1 1-13 National conven tion. Men's Garden Clubs of Amer ica, Portland. June 14-15 Salem Hose Show, M & F Auditorium, Salem. June 15-18 Fort Vancouver Rose Show, Vancouver, Wash. June 16 Open house. Seattle .Men s Garden Club, Seattle. Permanent Movie Screen Can Solve Storage Problem A permanent screen for home movies solves the storage problem of a portable one. How to make one: Take a panel of hardboard. cut it to the desired size, bevel the exposed edges lightly with a file and round the corners. Prime both sides and apply two finish coats of aluminum paint to , Ihe face. Mount it on the wall using screws applied through ' ririlliH hnlcc tnln u-nll cfuric II , desired the screen may be kept j out of sight behind a drape. CYCLONE FENCE 3 ies, the best of which are: alba (white flov ers); atrorubens (leaves grey, flowers crimsoni; aurca (leaves golden yellow) : cuprea (leaves golden); decum bens (spreading); prostrate foxi (dwarf, cushion - like tuftsi; hammondi (tall, white flowers); hirsuta (branchlets and leaves grayish); nana (purple flowers); plena (flowers double pirikl; pur purea (flowers dark purple); sear lei (tail, white flowers, late); scrotina (white (lowers, late); var iegata (leaves variegated with white); and erecta (with upright branches). Known As Calluna . No discourse on heathers , would be complete without mention ot the Heaths. Heathers are known, botanicaiiy as Calluna, whereas the Heaths valued for their bright Spring or Summer (lowers. There are over 500 known species of Ericaceae Family, which in cludes the azalea and rhododen dron as well as the heathers. We need be concerned, however, with but the true heaths in culti vation in America. The heaths are, usually, low plants blooming in the very early spring. Erica carnea is one o( the most popular species, growing not over one foot tall with rosy red flowers in upright racemes in March to May, or even earlier in mild seasons. Variety alba has white lowers and purpurascens has deep purple (lowers. There arc numerous "improved" varie ties in the trade, as well. , Plant Tolerates Conditions Erica darlcyensis is a strong growing species that tolerates poor growing conditions remarkably May 10-11 primroses, roses, potted plants and wildflowers. The arrangements division of the show has sections with intrigu ing titles descriptive of the ar rangement. These are: "Stick in the mud" (using driftwood), "Bright new morning" (using bright colors), "Larks and thrush es (featuring curved line), The good earth" (container in brown tones), "Spring breezes" (all foli age, suggesting motion), "Fleecy cloud'' (featuring pink and white), "Showers of Flowers" (your favor ite arrangement), "Opening day" (fishing men only) and "Wee trumpets of Spring" (miniatures under three inches). Additional fascinating subject matter is included in the Advanced Amateur's Arrangement Division, and the Junior Division. - Garden clubs' individual exhibits follow the theme "Springtime along the .Willamette." Garden clubs will profit mater ially from their members' exhibits, according to the point system to be followed Ihis year. Each in dividual exhibiting earns points for his or her garden club on a set scale. Club exhibits collect ad ditional points. Cash awards arc to be made to clubs accumulating the greatest number of points. Complete lists of the various di visions of the show and the rules therefor may be obtained from any garden club member. ANTS Call EM 2-0781 GUARANTEED PEST CONTROL SERVICE ) ( "THE MIGHTY MIDGET" (THE WANT-AD) Would Like You to Meet: I I' Mrs. Kithy Poarson (Advertising Consultant) Who urges you to takt advantaga ot the 6 for J (Six days for the price of three) on Wan!-Ad during NATIONAL WANT-AD WEEK-Msrcn 17th lo 23rd. Statesman-Journal Newspapers Classified Department-EM 4-6811 I T- -------r - - -MMiK r TIW Charm well. Its (lowers are small, pals lilac-pink. It is a winter (lowering type and, as such, a most import ant addition to the winter garden effect. It may .reach three leet in height. . - ; Erica meditcrranea, Mediterran ean Heath, is distinctive in that it may reach a height of five feet. Its flowers are lilac-pink, a Spring blooming sort. The Heaths come from Southern Europe and South. Africa. Onea they were used extensively as pot plants for winter bloom, but this practice has, apparently, dropped from favor. Soil conditions tor Heaths are in mixtures of peat and sand. They are most effective, in the land scape plan, when massed with heathers or related plants. Like the heathers, Heaths prefer sun but will tolerate moderate shade. They are admirable plants for low foundation plantings, for massed groups and border plants. Pot culture of these plants is not difficult, Ihe early varieties adapting to this use very easily. Ventilation, adequate mositure and a temperature minimum of 45 de grees is the rule. . PLANTING TIME TREES Shade Flowering Fruit (LOWERING SHRUBS ROSES EVERGREENS MIDDLE GROVE NURSERY 4930 Silverton Road We Give &C Green Stamps HEATING Comfort & Economy WITH OIL or GAS A Furnace to Fit Your Home i Terms to Fit Your Budget Engineered Installations Installed by Our Own Courteous, Uniformed Workmen FREE ESTIMATES PHONE EM 3-8555 Eve. 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