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To Keep an Old House in Good Standing

Collection Type

  • Books and periodicals

Date

1956

GUSN

GUSN-169919

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Description

An old New England house is full of history, charm, and responsibility. According to Roy W. Baker, the "reward in restoring and preserving one of these old landmarks far outweighs any initial difficulties." This article outlines the ways to get around the problems that are associated with these great old houses.

Details

Additional Identification Number

Article ID 368

Collection Code

SC001

Collection Name

Old-Time New England

Reference Code

SC001.1956.046.164.003

Abstract

An old New England house is full of history, charm, and responsibility. According to Roy W. Baker, the "reward in restoring and preserving one of these old landmarks far outweighs any initial difficulties." This article outlines the ways to get around the problems that are associated with these great old houses.

Date Notes

Volume 46, Number 164 (Spring, 1956)

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Record Details

Originator

Roy W. Baker (Author)

Publications Referencing This Collection

(1956). Old Time New England. Boston, Mass.: Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities.

Description Level

Item

Place of Publication

Boston, Mass.

Publisher

Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities

Publisher Series

Old Time New England

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