Living in a mobile home can be one of the most carefree, enjoyable ways to
spend retirement years without dozens of back-breaking household chores
that formerly demanded your time.
"Mobility" has long been con-
sidered one of the typical
characteristics ot Americans
and its clearest manifestation
was the "house trailer."
In the past this had some
truth to it, bu~ now a change is
in the winds. The average
mobile home dweger is becom-
ing less mobile. He changes his
addr~.s only once every four
yem-s compared to one move
every five years for half the
residents ot permm~nt homes.
Ob~ously "mobile home"
owners do move mere ~ but
they aren't cm mztly mmettled
~ ttm m~ wQuifl trams ~ 'rim
sheer ~m, ~ tmla~s md~e
~mx¢~ is m x~lmQa lm U~e
fewer moves.
And the atWa vme e/the
mobi/e lzZ~ ~ m~t be
considered. People who have no
intention d moving buy one
simply because they like mobile
homes better than a permanent
home.
The advantages c( a mobile
home are obvious. In the fir~
place, they cost less than a
comparable ~nt home.
Average wice for a furnished,
two-bedroom, 10 or 12 feet by 55
feet long mobile home is $6,000.
They are easier to maintain.
The outside covering is uStmUy
of aluminum paneling that
never needs painting, there is a
roof that lasts longer than an
asphalt roof, aluminum framed
windows and doors resist rust
and corrosion, and everything is
built around a steel frame much
too tough for termites.
Inside, the compactness of the
mobile home is ~ boon to
housekeeping. Easily-cleaned
wall paneling and floor cover-
ings have a minimum of surface
to get dirty. There also is less
yard work, thus allowing more
time for leisure activities.
Another advantage is the en-
viromnent d a mobile home
court. P, eput to be amo me
in Motion
More than one-thlra ot tl~e new
one-family homes being sold in
the United States today are
mobile homes. In the
under-S25,000 price bracket, the
proportion is more than
two-thirds. In the under-S15,000
range, the percentage is 95 per
cent[ Today, more than
5,000,000 Americans live in more
than 2,000,000 mobile homes and
more than 1,000 major
manufacturers are now in the,
field.
This year alone, an estimated
418,000 mobile homes will have
been shipped by mobile home
manufacturers - vs. 1960's
104,000. By 1975, the number
will have more than doubled to
nearly 1,000,000.
friendliest communities
anywhere, the mobile home
court harks back to small-town
America. There is a
camaraderie among owners that
doesn't exist in permanent com-
munities. Besides, many courts
have swimming pools, com-
munity halls and other recrea-
tional facilities for children and
adults.
Mobile homes are a sure bet
to increase in popularity. The
former austere, cramped and
rather dull interiors have given
way to expanding rooms, real
fn'eplaces and stylish interiors.
People who were not impressed
v~_-th "trailers" a few years ago
will buy a "mobile home" to-
day.
'l'Taere ~ even ~ ot mgmnse
courts to offset the soaring cost
of real estate. One f'mn is doin~
research on the possibility of
building circular towers 20
stories high with stalls for 500
mobile homes.
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turned to mobile home living and, 2. Does it have awning windows, T ylo T d
withinthe next few years, millions rather than casement types which at a r owne an
more will discover this new and can bind, or jalousies, which have a
Salt-Aire Mobile Terrace
ON THE SOUND BETWEEN
OLYMPIA AND SHELTON
An all new mobile home terrace carefully planned for leisure
country living on the salt water for permanent adult residents.
Salt Aire Mobile Terrace offers all underground facilities,
including TV cable, carports, 8 x 12 storage units at each site,
free boat ramp, beach access, black topped roads, laundry
facilities and our own pure water system. Only minutes from
Shelton and Olympia. All size units may be accommodated at
Salt Aire, where your comfort and privacy are our concern.
Reasonable monthly space rental rates and a friendly family
atmosphere have made Bell's Trailer Court a favorite spot for
mobile home dwellers who enjoy quiet country living. The 30
unit park and 8 overnight spots are conveniently close to Shelton
and served by laundry, showers, lights, water and blacktopped
roadway. Lawns and the trees add to pleasant surroundings.
BELL'S TRAILER
Just South of Shelton
On the Olympia Highway
Bert and Allie Bell
Phone 426-3169
Dlympia Shelton
Follow the Signs On
Steamboat Island Road
Phone 357-3906
Owners and Operators
Frank and Dee Stevens
Steamboat Island Road
A Smart Way To Provide
That Extra Bed
Gravelly Beach Road
Salt-A ire
Simpson Road
= I I
I II III IIII
B & R SALES
DUPONT 501 NYLON TWO COLOR
NYLON CARPET SHAG CARPET
I NSTALLED INSTALLED
WITH PAD sq. yd. WITH PAD sq. yd.
SEE US FOR YOUR NEXT
APPLIANCE, CARPET, or FURNITURE PURCHASE
Free Delivery • Open Every fridm/'ffi V p.m.
better way of life. tendency to leak air?
Whether you are newly married, 3. Is the plumbing adequate to
have a growing family or have carry the needs of the home, includ-
reached the date of retirement, you ing the necessary modern accessories
may be planning to soon become which make any home complete? ,,, Home
the proud owner of a mobile home. 4. Is interior lighting well planned,
If so, there are a number of points and sufficient for modern living
to consider as you shop around for needs?
the best buy.
Mobile homes are built by scores
of manufacturers in this country.
Most look somewhat alike on the
outside. But it often takes a sharp
eye and careful j udgement to choose
the completely modern, totally
livable mobile home which offers
the most for your dollar.
Ask yourself the following ques-
tions when you |ook for the "'right"
mobile home.
I. Is the exterior attractive? Is it
designed with eye appeal, and has it
been engineered as a complete
package to include everything you
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5. Is the kitchen equipped with
a modern refrigerator-freezer, dish-
washer, disposer and, of course, a
range and oven?
6. What kind of heating system
does it have?
If you are indeed planning to
make the happy change to this new
way of life, make sure that the
mobile home you purchase is the
most up-to-date one available. If
is a wise move for your family's
comfort now, and for the future
when you might be considering the
resale value of your mobile home.
MOBILE
HOME• LOANS
We invite you to stop at the Capital
Savings and Loan office to discuss
financial arrangements if you are
considering the purchase of a
mobile home. You'll find the staff
courteous and helpful in arranging a
loan to meet your needs.
WHEN YOU SAVE
AT CAPITAL SAVINGS
* Two Year
* $1,000.00
* When Compounded Daily
Capital Savings is authorized to accept
business and corporate savings accounts.
FSLIC Insurance
NOW Increased •
~To $20,000.00
~PI~ SHELTON -- First & Railroad, 426-8211
*IIIIIH* - Home Office: Olympia
~"4~/t [t~,4P Olympia -- Monte.no -- Van,ouver -- Shelton
Our Display of
Model Rooms
This Living Room
Grouping Is On
Display at Shelton
Home Center. Our
Show rooms offer you
a huge selection of
Sofas and Hide-a-Beds
Priced from $
Our stock of
dining furniture
offers a choice
for every home
decor. Danish,
modern, Traditional
from 95
Convenient terms
Free Perking
Free Delivery
You're always welcome at
Page S-8 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, February 25, 1971
This grouping is
also featured at
the Shelton Home
Center model mobile
home. Stop in
the store at 4th & Cots
for full line 95
from
at Olsen's
YOU'LL FIND
EVERYTHING YOU
complete your furnishing
from our displays of
furniture, appliances,
carpeting, TV, &
accessories
4th & Cota
426-4702
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