OREGON TIMBER PRODUCTS CO.

Wholesalers ol Douglas Fir Lumber and Plywood

SAYE-A-SPACE

lnterior Sliding Door Units

Model ll9o Low Cost Units

-No longer dn extraadganceDOORIIASTER

Exterior Sliding Door Units

Literature and prices furnished on rcqileil

COOR-PENDER, & IONG CO.

1753 Blokc Ave., los Angeler 3l NOrmcndie 3€238

UITI(I]I TUTIBER SALES G(I]TPAIIY (Colif.l l2l9 3Orh Srreet Socromento 16, Gqliforniq

LU,NBER, - MOUTDINGS . TRIM

SUGAR PINE PONDEROSA PINE OREGON FIR CATIFORNIA FIR

Phone: Hlllcrest 7-5786

\ilHOLESALE MANUFACTURER

"For the Yards"

Generql Millwork - Sosh ond Doors

Wholesole Only D.

D. McCALLUM, lNC.

5370 Alhombrq Avenue los Angeles 32, Colifornio CApitol 2-5109

W/4olPAdp

Since IBBB

OFFICE, 'IAIL[, YARD AND DOCKS 2nd & Alice Sts., Ooklqnd 4 Glencourf I -6861 sAltF0Rll

DISTRIBUTORS AND WHOTESALERS

Ook Srcrir freods-Thresholds

Door Sills-Hordwood Floorings ond Domestic Hqrdwood lumber

Worehouse Delivery or Corlood Shipments

6IOI SO. VAN NESS AVENUE Los Angeles 47, Cslll. Phone AXminster 2-9181

Your Lumber Order ls An INVESTTTEilT

Our Job ls fo Mqke lt Poy You

D'VTDENDS

Redwood Fir Pine

Cqff YUkon 2-0945 or Tel 5F 530

West (oast Timber Products Agency

HUGH PESSNER 420 Mqrket 5t., Sqn Froncisco I I

\(/ays to Achieve Better Pubhc Relations

Advertising, display, and personal salesmanship are three time-tested ways to sell building materials and maintain good public relations. In addition, according to Supplement No. 4 to the National Retail Lumber Dealers Association's Public Relations Guide, there is another equally effective method by which a dealer may create and promote good will toward his business. That method consists of taking an active part in worthwhile community projects.

It is a fallacy, the new Supplement asserts, to feel that monetary contributions to worthy causes constitute the only way in which a civic-minded person can help. Contributions of time and energy are just as important; and, as well as bringing a sense of personal satisfaction, they undeniably add to the dealer's prestige.

In general, the Supplement points out, there are five ways to aihieve better public relations and gain the other benefits that may be realized by becoming active in community affairs. They are:

1. Advocating a better community environment.

2. Working for better government.

3. Helping the youth of the community.

4. Supporting worthy community activities.

5. Assisting the unfortunate.

Pointing out that it is, of course, impossible to support every cause and project, the Supplement suggests that "The better way is to concentrate on some two or three, or perhaps more, in which the individual dealer has a real personal interest and in which he sincerely believes."

The variety of possible services to the c'ommunity with which the dealer can associate himself is illustrated by the two-page breakdown of organizations, projects, and activities which the folder includes.

Quoting from a member of the National's Public Relations Committee, the Supplement states that: "The dealer who unselfishly devotes time and energy to community betterment is sure to receive public recognition without making any effort to claim credit or to call undue attention to his good work. His words and deeds speak for themselves. Genuine sincerity is bound to be recognized and appreciated."

Sometimes, holvever, it is a wise move to add a personai endorsement to plans or campaigns which the dealer feels are worthy, the Supplement advises, and it lists a number of ways by r,vhich this can be done.

The Supplement states in conclusion that "If every retail lumber and building materials dealer would make it a point to become :'ctive in at least a few worthwhile community activities, the Public Relations of our industry would be immensly improved. The public automatically would begin to associate the industry with community betterment and would become more likely to accept and support the industry's views on legislation and other important matters."

Contract has been let for the construction ing to house the new Weyerhaeuser Timber plant at Springfield, Ore.

The new plywood plant of Sylvan at Centralia, Washington, has started Products Company, production.

WANT ADs

PRoFTTAB"T "T*" r5LT oPERATToN

Splendid opportunity to buy profitable dry kiln business in Los Angeles. Owner is retiring for health reasons only. Plenty of room to put in a remanufacturing plant or retail lumber yard. Equipment is complete and practically new. Kiln, which is fully automatic, is in operation

Address Box C-1956, Californir Lumber Merchant Room 508, 108 West 6th Street, Los Angeles 14, Calif.

LUMBER YARD FOR SALE

Good drop in cash 'n' carry trade. Doing over $6,000 month and growing every month. Could be doubled easily. Gogd gross profit. Two men can operate with part time help. Modern blvd. front store, paint & builders hardware; 90-ft lumber shed, paved parking area, storage yard. DeWalt saw. Owner has other business interests. Will sell $15,(X)0 stock at inventory. Good lease available, Write or phone OWNER Eves or Sunday, DOuglas 7-5876; 2835 Bradford Ave., Arcadia, California

LUMBER YARDS FOR SALE

We have some fine lumber yards for sale, and will be glad to give you full information. Call us if you are interested. If you want to sell your yard, give us a ring and we'll see what we can do.

TWOHY LUMBER CO.

LUMBER YARD AND SAWMILL BROKERS

714 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles 15, Calif. PRospect 87t16

LATE MODET WOODWORKING MACHINES FOR SAIE.

RESAW, 54" ball bearing, l0O H.P.

DRUM SANDER,49'Berli4 pbin bearings, with individual motors. FORK LIFT TRUCK, Ross, 6000 lb. capacity, 64" forks, excellent condition.

RIP SAW: Sinker-Davis, power-feed, with motor.

PLANER: Yates 3d'x5", 4 knife round head, ball bearing direct drive, 20 H.P., late model.

GLUE JOINTER, Diehl, ball bearing direct driv:, very late model. ROY FORTE

Production Machinerv for the Wood'wolking Trail,e 6918 S. Santa Fe Av6., Huntington Park, Calif. Phone MDtca'lt 3-2562

PINE MILL AVAILABLE

We hold mortgage ron 3Q0O0 ft. per day mill., Plenty timber available. Mill close-to Bakersfield' Mortgage and output for sale.

Address Box C-1949, California Lumber Merchant Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

KILN DRYING

We are one of the largest custom dry kilns on thc West Coart. We also sell, rent, or rcpair lumber carriers and lift trucks. Will exchange equipment for lumber.

WESTERN DRY KILN & EQUIPMENT CO P. O. Box 622, Wilmington, Cdif.

Phones: NEvada 6-1371 and TErminal 4-662't

CAN UNTOADING COI{TRACTOff!

of the buildCo. plywood r4l7 E. 12th St., Los Angcles, Calif. TRinity 6973

Wc supply labor fully incur-ed-you-carry-no p{y-roll O-lr labor '.vill sort ilie-lengths at thc car for less than 50d per M.- Halrling from cati can be arranged. One or a hundred cars-writc for printcd rates. Established 1943CRANE & CO.

Want Ads

Bcte-Position w(mted $2.00 per colurnn inch

All others, $3.00 per column inch

Closing daies lor copy, Sth cnd 20th

LEATHER LUMBER APRONS

Sturdy lumbermen's aprons made of top quality reclaimed leather, furnished in both single and double pl5i, approx. 18"x24" with or without belt and buckle. Special discounts to jobbers.

W. C. HENDRIE & CO.

405 Towne Ave., Los Angeles 13, Calif.

Phone TRinity 7786

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

With yard storage for lumber, custom mill, and spur facilities, at 4230 Bandini Boulevard, Los Angeles 23.

FERN T,RUCKING CO.

JEffersotr 7261

FOR LEASE

Phoenix wholesale and remanufacturing yard with sheds some machinery. Property also has excellent retail frontage. tails freely to principals only:

Address Box C-1954, California Lumber Merchant

Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

WALLACE MILL ard LUMBER COMPANY

General custom milling, grading and drying. In Fansit. Half way between Los Angeles and Long Beach. Corner Rosecrans Ave. and Paramount Blvd. P.O. Box 27, Clearwater Station Paramount, Calif.

MEtcalf 3-426fNEvada 6-3625

FOR SALE

VONNEGUT MOULDER and De-

Nomes of Adveiliscrr in this Deportmcnt using c bliad oddress connol be dtvulged. All inquirics ond rcplirl should bc oddressed to key shown in the qdvcrtircmcnl

WANTED

LUMBER MILLS TO REPRESENT on commission basis. Have long and successful record selling retail lumber yards in Southern California Experienced in selling 150 carloads a month ail species and grades to strictly discount accounts.

Address Box C-1948, California Lumber Merchant Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

POSITION WANTED

As Plywood and Door \ilarehouse m:rnager. Thorough experience in the management of warehousing and sales of Doors and Plywood particularly in hardwoods. Well known to Southern California trade, Los Angeles-San Diego area.

Address Box C-1955, California Lumber Merchant 5(B Central Bldg., LoS Angelees 14' Calif.

POSITION WANTED

MANAGER of Millwork Plant, special or stock. Capable of assuming full charge, 20 years experience in all phases. Can handle and train personnel. Graduate of Cost Book "A" in both courses.

Address Box C-1957, California Lumber Merchant

Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

MALE HELP WANTED

Pacific Electric S. P.

#65_8's HEAD WITH JOINTTNG EQqTPMENT. MACHINE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY OVERHAULED AND IS IN TOP CONDITION.

IMMEDIATE DELIVERI.

ASSOCIATED MOLDING CO.

7125 Anaheim-Telegraph Road, Los Angeles 22, Calil.

Business For Sale

WHOLESALE LUMBER SALES AND REMANUFACTURING PLANT. Completely equipped with two American 4 x 12 Matchers, Mershon 6d' Resaw, 83 ft. Green Chain, two Cutoff saws, Lumber Carrier and two Forklifts, 1949 Chev. Flatbed, 9@0 sq. ft. in manufacturing buildings, 3000 sq. ft. in storage bldgs., 600 sq. ft. ofhce btdg., 3/2 acres ground with good lease and access to spur track. Loiated in ccnter of Redwood lumber industry. For particulars write to P. O. BOX 1205, SANTA .ROSA, CALIF.

SPECIAL PLANER BELTING

A waterproof leather belt designed' for all types of high speed woodworking equipment. Made from highest grade center stock, pre-stretched and run in under tension. Spccial discounts to jobbers.

W. C. HENDRIE & CO.

405 Towne Ave., Los Angeles 13, Calif.

Phone TRinity 778f'

FOR SALE OR RENT

Ross Model 1918, 7500 lb. cap. Fork Lift

Ross Model SH series 15, 15,000 lb. cap.

CO-OPER-A,TM PIPE & STEEL CO., Equipment Division 16800 S. Alameda St., Compton, Calif.

Phones NEwmark E03l or NEvada 6-2,i75

Lumber Salesman. Good,opportunity if you have essential qualifications. Must know lumber through retail or mill experience and have a record which inspires confidence. Our firm established as manufacturer over seventy years; now operating large mill and moulding plant in Sacramcnto Valley, and also engaged in wholesaling lumber. Office and trade area, Sacramento. Our employees know about this ad. Replies treated confidentially. Prefer man bctween 30 and 45. In reply give full experience, age, education and also when available.

Address Box C-1959, California Lumber Merchant Rm. 508, l0B West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

WANTED BOOKKEEPER

Male or female, steady position, good salary to star! plus vacation.

Address Box C-1960, California Lumber Merchant

,Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14, Calif.

POSITION OFFERED

For capable, experienced girl in wholesale lumber office. Should be experienced in figuring lumber tallies, pricing, billing, etc. Congenial working conditions, good salary, substantial firm. Call Allen K. Sinclair, Klmball 5111, Los Angeles.

WANTED

WHOT.ESALE LUMBER SALESMAN

\iVell known Los Angeles wholesaler is looking for an above average salesman to call on retail trade in Los Angeles and vicinity. Initiaiive, aggressiveness, personality, and ability to sell are prime requisites. An excellent opportunity for a ggod man.

Address Box C-1958. California Lumber Merchant

Rm. 508, 108 West 6th St., l,ros Angeles 14, Calif.

POSITION WANTED

Wholesale sales-manager-buyer-8 years experience from woods to consumer. Available October 15. Prefer Southern California. Married, age 34.

HOWARD CAMPBELL

' Phone Long Beach 2-3262

FO,R RENT

8-Ton Gerlinger Lift Truck for rent by day or month. rates.

COMMERCTAL REPAIR & SERVICE

1115 North Alameda, ComPton, Calif.

' Phone NEwmark l-8269

Reasonable

Index To Advertisers

*Adyetising

Unit-Pcrckaging oI Building Mctericrls

A recent spot survey of retail lumber and building material dealers throughout the country shows an ever increasing interest, particularly among companies with larger yards, in the unit-packaging of building materials, according to the National Retail Lumber Dealers Association.

Of the 260 dealers who replied to a questionnaire sent out by the Materials I{andling Committee of NRLDA, 140 expressed the opinion that boards could be bundled, or palletized, for ultimate use at job sites, and 126 felt that dimension lumber could also be handled in this manner. Fifty-four of the 140 dealers reported that they were already receiving boards in units, and 59 were receiving their dimension lumber in this way. In each instance, more than 60 were themselves using steel strapping to make up unit packages for delivery.

The sizes of the units that the dealers felt would be helpful ranged from 1000 to 3000 board feet, with more interest in the larger consignments shorvn in the Pacific Coast area.

Similarly 105 of the dealers felt that palletizing of wood and asphalt shingles would be helpful; 86 felt that flooring could be handled in this way ;78 favored the unit-packaging of bricks, with 500 bricks to the package as the unit most generally suggested ; and 77 checked bagged cement.

Among the other building materials which many dealers felt could be handled advantageously in units were asbestos siding in squares, lath, roll roofing, bagged insulation, nails in kegs, doors, and furring strips.

The least interest in palletizing materials for shipment was expressed by dealers operating in small yards with very little mechanical equipment and handling chiefly small sales.

Empire Redwood Co. ....------...---

Emrco Plywood --.-. ..- .-...--..:-..--..-..---- t' Siskiyou F-ore-rlProductc co' """"'-'-----'---69 e,,i"y a son, D. c............-..-....................,r

....:................:51

Exchonge sowmill5 Sqler co. --'--'--'-" .'----Ii s.il6 lumber 5ol,cr, itvqrt c. -....--......-.. *

Eubqnk & son' L. H.

Foirhurrt Lemb€r c.. .-... .......-..--'.......'. .;i So-Col -Buildins Mqteriqb -,.-.-.-----.-,----..--.--30

Fern rru.kins c". ..............,....... ss :ffli_::i,iil3jl tlr. ......:...:..:.:.,..,.....61

Fir Door Institufe

Fir-Tex of Southern Colitorni"'-.-.-....-..-----i SouJhwesfern Portlqnd Cement Co. ......--,,42

Fir-Tex of Norlhern cqlifornl" ......-..-----..' a stohl Lumbw €o" InG' "------'--"""""'-.'-"" 'i

Firk & ltqson (ra Stqnton ll Son' E' J' """""""'---'---- -------. !*

Flomer, Erik ---------'--'..---; Slrqble Hordwood Co' .'--"'--- -----""'--"-"-''-65

Fl:ntkote, Pioneer Div:sion ."... ----... ..-.----.. * ::11:1 &.Chrirten:on' InG' """"""-"""""'59 ioriii" iu.u* Co. --...-..-.--.-,,..

7 Tq(omd Lumber Soler .'---- ----"-"""""-----:--58

The NRDLA Materials Handling Committee, which estimates that its survey is representative of the experience of well over 500 retail yards, places particular emphasis on the saving in time and energy that is made possible by unit packaging 'of materials for delivery, in addition to the solving of many storage problems.

Toylor Lumber Co., Reevet ---------.......-------*

Foresr Fiber produ<ri co. ..................sL l:rt:r1 .rye?3rtr E 'Johnton, InG. .-......-'-.--37

Terrill- & -Friedrichs ""--"'--"""""---'---"""" 'lt

Triongle--Lumber co' '-""""-'---"""""""""-76 Gqlfeher Hordwood

Co' ""'-'-"-""""-"'-"55 citbre;th Chemirqf Co. ........_.....-..--..---------47 Union Lumber Co. .--,,,,,---...-.-.-,-,-.,--------_--_--* eorslin-xorains Lvmber Co. ....... Oc ll: !: Piry::1 Corp' '" -""""'-"" '-""""""1e

Hofey B.o'. ...............,............................----.-75 11I::1 S-TI-1"t' rhe "'."'.""""""""'."""1Fc

One dealer, for example, estimated that in unloading palletized asbestos shingles he saved at least 50 per cent in man hours and that in reloading from storage to delivery truck the saving in man hours ran about 75 per cent.

As a further example, the Committee reported that the average time in unloading a 15,000 carload of brick by conventional method is about 30 hours, whereas a truck load of 6,000 bricks in unit packages of 500 can be unloaded by lift truck in 40 minutes, or only 2 hours for the equal of a 15,000 car.

The biggest problem still to be solved iin this new method of materials handling, the Committee states, is to find a means whereby the mills can load the palletized materials for fork lift or crane unloading so that they can be delivered at a reasonable cost.

Alcrbqmcr Produces Over Two Billion Feet in 1950

The State of Alabama produced 2,104,280,900 feet of lumber in 1950, according to recently issued estimates, which passed the 1949 output by near 25 per cent.

Pine lumber amounted to 1,433,313,900 feet, and hardwood took a huge jump from 458,065,100 feet in 1949 to 670,967,000 in 1950.