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We're proud of the Higgins name because, in theWest, we've branded a solid reputation for quality, service and reliability.

Since 1883, Higgins Lumber Company has been importing, shipping and re-manufacturing the finest grades of hardwoods, softwoods and plywoods the world has to offer.

We control quality with our own drying and milling facilities and offer on-time delivery of both large and small orders. With

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Redding, Ca. (916) 222-3034

Kansas City, Ks. (913) 341.9522

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I1285 Goss St., Sun Vqlley, Colif. Phone: (213| 875-1153

MIRACUIOUS transformation of old, weathered stucco house in lower photo to attractive dwelling in upper photo was partially accomplished by installing new windows, moving the door to one side, adding a new stoop and handrail. Major improvement was application of simulated cedar shake exterior siding from Masonite Corp. Put directly over the existing surface in this case, it can also be applied directly over studs or sheathing.

ARIZ0NA CELEBRATI0N marked lhe opening of the new Lumber Country, Inc. distribution center at 4100 E. Michigan, Tucson. About 1500 people visited the lacilily of 20 acres ol paved yard with 80,000 sq. ft. under rool including a 40,000 sq. ft. pre-hung door plant. Served by rail, the yard provides contractors with a line of lumber products from trusses and doors to skylights and pre-fabricaled, pre-finished cabinets, according to Charles Roberts, mgr.

Energy Saving Expo

Manufacturers, distributors and dealers are being invited to show and demonstrate products, designs, systems and services relating to energy efficiency in Southern Cali fornia's four-day Energy '81 exposition, Sept. 17-20 at the Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa,

The show will offer the business and trade communities a forum for displaying, discussing and demonstratlng energy-savlng/ energyproducing options. Exhibitor information and space reservations are being handled by Kinsey/Overstreet through Energy '81, P.O. Box 3188, Newport Beach, Ca. 92663.

Keep Cool for Safety

Air conditioning on trucks can be a safety feature since cool drivers are more alert and less accident prone.

Distracting road dust and traffic noise also can be lessened with closed windows.

Rooftop models are good in that they are easier to maintain, don't add a complex heating function, and provide larger, less concentrated air volume. The drawback is that they are more susceptible to damage.

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