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PONDER,OSA PINE O SUGAR PINE WHITE FIR shakes rose 48'h over that of the previous year," reported Virgil Fortune, president of the Association. For the most part, shake producers viewed the rise as indicative of a growing interest in quality materials in home construction. It was also pointed out that lending agencies are giving more consideration to long-lasting materials in their loan appraisals. Other Association members saw, in the increased popularity of har-rdsplit shakes, a significant style trend in building design.

"Interestingly enough," said Fortune, "handsplits are being used more and more in contemporary architecture. They provide a touch of mellowness and texture that softens the severity of modern design. Even commercial buildings such as motels, restaurants and shopping centers are using l-randsplits, partly for durability, but also because they adcl character and eye appeal to the structures."

To take full advantage of the current trend, the As- sociation will further intensify its trade promotion and advertising activities during 1960, according to the Advertising committee.

Fortune was re-elected president of the group for the forthcoming year: Also re-elected as vice-president is Frank W. Schafer, Aberdeen, Wash. Both men are also members of the board of trustees. Other members elected to the board were T. B. Davis, Arthur E. Erickson, Mrs. Robert Scoles, Russell Fluhrer, Jim Jackson, C. L. Terril, J. S. Douglas, T. B. Meeker, Stanley Janicki and James Teshara.

Fire Ccruses $l5,OOO Lumber Loss

Fire that caused an estimated $15,000 damage to stored fence lumber at Champion Industries, Inc., December 18, was investigated by police for possible causes. The Los {ngeles concern is located in the City of Industry at ll23 S. Hatcher Ave.