porch that excels in charm--these delight from without.
And within!--An ideal floor plan affords three well-lighted bedrooms, a
spacious living room, well-arranged kitchen and bath conveniently
located to all rooms, and made desirably private by a small hall.
Between living and dining rooms is an impressive colonnade arch. There's
the luxury of a fireplace if you wish it--and high casement windows at
either side with nooks beneath for bookcases or furniture.
Truly unusual is the Cleo!--truly beautiful, truly roomy, truly
practical, and best of all, modestly priced.
[Illustration]
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple
flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Wardrobe in rear bedroom.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "CLEO"
FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_York_= 26 ft. × 34 ft. over all 5 Rooms and Bath]
Here is a type of bungalow rightfully popular in the suburban districts
of America's big cities. Its general appearance is quite substantial,
yet broken roof lines, the careful placing and design of windows, the
selection of porch pillars and outside trim give a pleasing balance and
harmony one never tires of.
Inside this home you are at once attracted by the warm hospitality of
the living room. Two windows at front and side each let in all the
sunlight you want. You may have your prized open fireplace; and there's
a casement window at the side, underneath which your bookcase may go.
Just beyond you catch a glimpse of the dining room. Through a door to
the right, but out of sight, are the two bedrooms--one with four
windows! There are large closets, a linen closet, and the usual bath.
The kitchen is furnished with our celebrated cabinet; a door leads to a
grade entrance and to the cellar.
There's a wonderful porch--wide and deep, with room for many a lounging
chair, a veranda-swing, or any comfort you may elect.
Owners of the York are most enthusiastic about its individuality, its
livableness, its economy both in first and in upkeep cost.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Conesus," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple
flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2, medicine cabinet and linen closet included
in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: FLOOR PLAN]
=EVERY ITEM CORRECT=
Beaver Dams, N. Y.
Feb. 27, 1918.
Gentlemen:--
Lumber received and unloaded. Every item correct, and we are more
than pleased with the quality. Thank you for your _promptness_ and
the _square deal_ given us.
J. R. S.
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| ¶ IN THE HAPPINESS OF |
| A BENNETT HOME |
| LIES THE HEALTH AND |
| STRENGTH OF THE WHOLE |
| FAMILY. |
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[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Salem_= 28 ft. × 40 ft. over all 6 rooms and Bath]
The Salem seems to fit especially well on a terraced lawn, and its
architecture harmonizes well with a "woodsy" setting; or equally well
where some of the trees and bushes have been left out of the landscape.
To the passerby, this home appears as a rather large and substantial
place, the veranda and the main roof gable each lending to this effect.
Bracketed and extending eaves add to the beauty of this home. And
whether finished with regular siding or shingles, the whole house
attracts favorable attention.
One feature is the semi-protection afforded the front entrance to this
house. Still another is the possibility of a wonderful fireplace on one
end, and underneath casement windows at either side, shelves or cases
for your favorite books. There is a pair of charming French doors by
which you enter the dining room.
The three sleeping rooms of this home are all arranged on one side--all
bright and livable. The bath is separated by entrance into a small
private hall. Two of the bedrooms have closets, the third a wardrobe
closet; and in addition there is the indispensable linen closet. The
kitchen is equipped with a large Bennett Cabinet, and access to outdoors
is had through a grade entrance at the rear.
A family who lives in one of the Salems calls it "The best home ever."
Perhaps they are prejudiced, but if you owned one we feel certain you,
too, would be as enthusiastic over it.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Attic joists 2 in. × 6 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
French doors between living room and dining room.
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple
flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1, medicine cabinet, linen closet, attic stairs
and flooring included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "SALEM" FLOOR PLAN]
February 12, 1917.
Gentlemen:--
I want to recommend the fine quality of material you have sent me.
The _finishing lumber is particularly fine_. You have saved me, on
my house, as good as $400.00.
Yours respectfully,
W. A. K.
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| ¶ ARTISTIC DESIGNS |
| WITHOUT INCREASE |
| IN COST IS THE WORK |
| OF BENNETT MASTER |
| ARCHITECTS. |
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[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Woodward_= 26 ft. × 32 ft. over all 5 Rooms and Bath]
Inside and outside, common sense is personified in the Woodward--a
modest but becoming home which thoroughly expresses that "chummy" spirit
which has brought the bungalow into such universal favor. The
comfortable atmosphere of the Woodward begins in the spacious porch to
which a touch of artistry has been added by the neat colonnades. It's a
well-sized, welcoming type of porch which adds to the good appearance of
the entire house.
The favorable impression created by the attractive exterior is enhanced
as one steps inside. Compactly arranged, but comfortably sized, the
entire room scheme provides living, sleeping, eating and all
accommodations of sufficient comfort for a family of several persons.
Placing the sleeping rooms on the right side of the house with the day
rooms on the left is an appealing plan as it simplifies housework. Both
bedrooms have plenty of light and air, while commodious closet space is
provided. The bathroom is accessibly located and completes a decidedly
practical arrangement.
If the amount of money you have set aside for a home is near the price
of the Woodward, you can make it yours with full assurance that its
satisfaction will be as great as its economy.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--special design, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in. thick.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "WOODWARD"
FLOOR PLAN]
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| ¶ ONE SHOULD KNOW |
| IN THE BEGINNING |
| WHAT HIS HOME WILL |
| COST IN THE END. YOU |
| ALWAYS DO WHEN BUILDING |
| A BENNETT HOME. |
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Caledonia, N. Y.
January 18, 1917.
_Gentlemen:_--
Please send your catalog once in a while. The house I am living in
was built with lumber from you, and my wife and I are both well
pleased and when I can boost your business I will do it, as a
number of persons have asked where I get such good lumber.
Yours truly,
L. F.
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Aberdeen_= 24 ft. × 32 ft. or 28 ft. × 36 ft. over all 5
Rooms and Bath or 6 Rooms and Bath]
Here is a very smart bungalow that has a host of admirers among our
customers. As you look at it from the side view shown here, the things
that impress you are the many clever touches to break the straight lines
of the home. There is the dormer resting easily on the broad expanse of
the front roof. There is the massive chimney at the side, typifying the
solidity of this kind of a house. There is the bay window that helps
enlarge the dining room. Note particularly that the porch is a part of
the house itself, and not merely just "stuck on."
At the front door you are introduced to the comfortable living room, the
fireplace at one end, the dining room just beyond. To the left are the
two sleeping rooms, both with space aplenty for all usual bedroom
furniture.
Please especially note there is a coat closet and a linen closet, a
kitchen cabinet, and all the requisites of a well-appointed home.
In Plan "B," we have extended the dimensions to include another bedroom,
a closet for each bedroom, and a rear entry-way.
If you are quite taken with the Aberdeen, you will be still more amazed
to learn how modest an outlay is required to bring its comforts and
conveniences to your fireside.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height approximately 9 ft.
Floor joists floor plan A 2 in. × 8 in.
Floor joists floor plan B 2 in. × 10 in.
Ceiling joists floor plan A 2 in. × 4 in.
Ceiling joists floor plan B 2 in. × 4 in.
Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Cased opening between living room and dining room.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 2 and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price, plan A. _See pages 36-37._
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1 and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price, plan B. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "ABERDEEN"
FLOOR PLAN "A"]
[Illustration: "ABERDEEN"
FLOOR PLAN "B"]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Arcadia_= 32 ft. × 24 ft. or 36 ft. × 24 ft. 5 Rooms and
Bath]
Nearby this charming Arcadia is another house practically the same size,
practically the same cost, yet--you would say the Bennett-Built home is
worth all of five hundred dollars more. The increased value is due to
clever refinements our architects have given to the Arcadia.
How inviting this home is--and how picturesque with that pergola porch,
when in summer, flowering vines have wound their way around and over it.
And let showers come--there is protection from storm and sun while yet
enjoying the outdoor breezes on this porch.
But come indoors--Plan "A" first, please. Are you quite fond of a big,
hospitable living room--then here you find your wishes realized. Toward
the front is the dining room, light and cheerful, with roomy kitchen
right behind. On the other side two bedrooms--two windows apiece!--and
bathroom between.
But perhaps you would prefer the bedrooms at the back, and closets
instead of wardrobes; perhaps you like a practical extension to the
kitchen which you have in the back room with its cool place for ice box
and its covered way to the cellar--all this and more you will find in
"B."
Choose either plan that fits your needs and your tastes best--your
choice will delight you many a day to come.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Chautauqua," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Our kitchen cupboard No. 1 and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "ARCADIA"
FLOOR PLAN 'A']
[Illustration: "ARCADIA"
FLOOR PLAN B]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Atherton_= 28 ft. × 24 ft. over all 6 Rooms and Bath]
The Atherton is solid worth from the ground up. There is the delightful
spacious porch, the dormer sheltered windows in the sloping roof, the
wide eaves that secure graceful lines.
And the interior! Seldom do you see so large and lovely a living
room--there's the interesting touch of a stairway that wins the heart--a
fireplace for snug warmth and hospitality.
You step through a cased opening into the dining room, to find four
large windows to assure brightness and cheer. A peep into the
convenient, well-lighted kitchen discovers a splendid Bennett
kitchen-cupboard.
The upstairs speaks for itself--three large bedrooms and a good-sized
bath.
Beautiful--substantial! For people who like to be deeply attached to
their home, the Atherton is a real choice.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 10 in.
Second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple
flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our No. 1 kitchen cupboard, our wardrobe, medicine cabinet and linen
closet included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "ATHERTON"
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: "ATHERTON"
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
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| ¶ BENNETT BEAUTIFUL HOMES ARE |
| THE PRODUCT OF CREATIVE |
| THOUGHT--PLUS YEARS OF EXPERIENCE |
| IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNING. |
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=APPROVES--WITH NEW ORDER=
_Gentlemen_:--
Moshannon, Pa., May 22, 1919.
Your way of doing fair and square business is perfectly
satisfactory. I never used any lumber as near the standard as I get
from the Bennett Lumber Co., and I prove same in separate envelope
_with a nice order_.
C. S. L.
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Harriet_= 28 ft. × 26 ft. over all 6 Rooms and Bath]
Here is a home that breathes hospitality. It seems to say "Come
in--you'll like living here a long, long while."
You enter the living room--and like it at once. It extends clear across,
with a cheery fireplace here and a cozy bay window seat there!
The dining room looms large, well-lighted, with windows carefully placed
to accommodate your furniture.
The kitchen, you discover, is bright with light from three windows. You
exclaim over the six-foot kitchen cabinet and approve the grade
entrance.
Up the stairs you find three large bedrooms with plenty of closet room,
a linen closet, and the bathroom _right over the kitchen_, to reduce
plumbing costs! Then, last but not least, that big convenience--a large
and well-lighted attic.
Sum it up for yourself--"to the very end, the Harriet makes one want to
stay."
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
First and second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Attic stairs and attic flooring supported by 2 in. × 6 in. floor joists.
Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Our No. 1 kitchen cabinet, medicine cabinet and linen closet included in
selling price.
Window seat in bay.
Prices on oak floors and trim for living room and dining room, maple
flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: HARRIET
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: HARRIET
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Lancaster_= 30 ft. × 26 ft. over all 7 Rooms and Bath]
Quiet but rich dignity is this home's expression. The rustic stone
chimney and broken ashlar porch wall are most attractive, though brick
may be substituted without loss of beauty. The broad, low dormer and
wide eaves lend a substantial appearance. The shingled exterior is in
keeping with the design; but in case siding is preferred, harmony would
not be destroyed.
Off the reception hall is a handy little closet for coats and rubbers.
French doors, there are--and a wide fireplace.
See that double swinging door off the kitchen; cupboard in the pantry;
direct passage from kitchen through hall to front door. Upstairs--three
large bedrooms and closet space aplenty.
For charm outside and in, and for convenient roominess, the Lancaster is
indeed most desirable.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First floor joists 2 in. × 10 in. Second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in.
Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Mohawk," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
French doors between living room and reception hall. _See pages 36-37._
Windows as shown in illustration.
Our No. 2 kitchen cupboard and medicine cabinet included in selling
price.
Prices on oak floors and trim in reception hall, living room and dining
room, maple flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "LANCASTER"
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: "LANCASTER"
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Flanders_= 24 ft. × 22 ft. over all 6 Rooms and Bath]
Staunchness is instantly apparent in the practical, good-looking design
of the Flanders. You can readily picture this house providing you with
all the requirements of modern home-life without burdening you with an
investment in unnecessary and costly non-essentials.
Glance at the first floor arrangement and you will see a sensible
grouping of all necessary downstairs rooms. There's a tidy hall, with
the essential coat closet. The stairway ascends from the right. The
living room, bright with light from three broad windows, and another
corner room (dining room) furnish an ideal layout.
Coming to the upstairs we will find three thoughtfully proportioned
bedrooms, with spacious closet or wardrobe space. The bathroom at the
head of the stairs is accessibly located for both floors. For good
service you can safely select the Flanders--and in addition secure a
genuine bargain.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First and second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--our "Chautauqua," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Cased opening between living room and dining room.
Our No. 2 kitchen cupboard and medicine cabinet included in the selling
price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "FLANDERS"
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: "FLANDERS"
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: Style A Bookcase Colonnade Style B]
[Illustration: Interior Window]
[Illustration: Exterior Window]
[Illustration: Stairway]
[Illustration: Cottage Door]
[Illustration: Medicine Cabinet]
=Beautiful Graining, Expert Matching, Distinguish These Bennett
Articles of Trim=
[Illustration: Exterior--Mohawk]
[Illustration: Exterior--Saranac]
[Illustration: Exterior--Chautauqua]
[Illustration: Exterior--Conesus]
[Illustration: Mirror Door]
[Illustration: Interior Door]
[Illustration: Niagara Colonnade]
[Illustration: Inside LOCK SETS Outside]
[Illustration: Linen Closet]
[Illustration: Wardrobe]
[Illustration: French Doors]
[Illustration: Kitchen Cabinet No. 2]
[Illustration: Kitchen Cabinet No. 1]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Forsyth_= 36 ft. × 26 ft. over all 8 Rooms and Bath]
Here's a design of individuality--practical, substantial.
There's delight upon entering the convenient central hall, to find each
room big, airy, inviting.
You peep into the living room to spy casement windows upon either side
of a fireplace.
That library! A few Forsyth owners use it as a bedroom by substituting a
single door; but most, rejoicing in French doors, never make a change.
There are many conveniences--the large kitchen cabinet, broom closet,
the ease of access to all rooms. And see--! Every bedroom on the second
floor possesses _two windows_ and a closet.
All in all--where could you purchase such splendid architecture and
livableness as in this modest-priced Forsyth?
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First and second floor joists 2 in. × 10 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 6 in.
Front door--our "Chautauqua," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Vestibule door--our "Chautauqua," of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in.
and 1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass. _See pages 36-37._
Prices on oak floors and trim in vestibule, hall, living room, library
and dining room, maple flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our No. 1 kitchen cupboard, medicine cabinet and linen closet included
in selling price.
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "FORSYTH"
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: "FORSYTH"
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Clarendon_= 36 ft. × 24 ft. over all 7 Rooms and Bath]
Could you peep through the walls of this Colonial home, you would find
yourself regarding an interior as charming as the exterior is
picturesque.
But step through that unique latticed entrance and see the house-deep
living room--with its hospitable fireplace and casement windows, with
nooks for bookcases or built-in seats, and captivating French doors. And
what a comfortable lounging place the side veranda furnishes!
French doors upstairs, too, give access from bedrooms to balcony. Note
the clever touch in the broken roof lines, increasing the size of the
bedrooms--better yet, veritable _sunrooms_.
Be assured this remarkably beautiful home, built the Bennett-Way, is a
real dividend-paying investment in beauty, comfort and convenience.
=SPECIFICATIONS=
Ceiling height first floor approximately 9 ft.
Ceiling height second floor approximately 8 ft.
Girders 6 in. × 8 in.
First and second floor joists 2 in. × 8 in.
Ceiling joists 2 in. × 4 in. Rafters 2 in. × 4 in.
Front door--Special design of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and
1-3/4 in. thick, glazed with clear glass.
Vestibule door, of solid Chestnut, 3 ft. × 6 ft. 8 in. and 1-3/4 in.
thick, glazed with clear glass.
French doors between living room and porch. _See pages 36-37._
Prices on oak floors and trim in vestibule, hall, living room and dining
room, maple flooring in kitchen, quoted on application.
Our No. 1 and No. 2 kitchen cupboards, medicine cabinet and linen closet
included in the selling price. _See pages 36-37._
_See pages 8-9 for general specifications._
[Illustration: "CLARENDON"
FIRST FLOOR PLAN]
[Illustration: "CLARENDON"
SECOND FLOOR PLAN]
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| ¶ BENNETT BUILT-IN |
| CONVENIENCES REDUCE |
| THE COST OF |
| HOUSE FURNISHING AND |
| INTRODUCE EFFICIENCY |
| INTO THE BUSINESS OF |
| HOUSEKEEPING. |
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=BETTER THAN CLAIMED=
Little Valley, N. Y., April 30, 1919.
_Gentlemen:_--Thank you very much for the honest deal. Everything
is okay. Many were sure that I would not get what I ordered, but
they were much mistaken. They have seen my lumber and say it is
fine, and a number of persons thinking of building said they are
going to get their lumber from you.
Yours truly,
J. F. R.
[Illustration]
[Sidenote: =_Janis_= 28 ft. × 30 ft. over all 8 Rooms and Bath]
Coziness plus serviceability characterize the Janis--a cozy porch, a
complete first floor scheme, and four commodious bedrooms and bath
upstairs.