HOUSES WITH A HISTORY 
ONGLEAT, ” one of the few and purest examples 
of English Renaissance architecture, has been 
aptly termed by Old John Aubrey,“the most aug¬ 
ust house in England.” While it has not played so promi¬ 
nent a part in the annals of English history as many other 
houses, which can be classified under the above general cap¬ 
tion, yet its magnificent surroundings, its store of rare treasures 
and art objects, entitle it to the first rank for the student of 
architecture or of art. P. H. Ditchfield, M. A., E. S. A., 
furnishes a graphic history of this most stately mansion, 
from the time when its construction was commenced early 
in the last half of the sixteenth century, down to recent 
times. 
He adds also much interesting material relative to 
its furnishings, its great tapestries, its old and valuable 
paintings, its rich library of priceless volumes and tbe 
matchless decoration of the dining-room with Cordova 
leather. This will be found a most instructive and interest¬ 
ing paper. 
THE SMALL HOUSE WHICH IS GOOD 
In the May issue will be shown the most picturesque and 
attractive home of Architect W. S. Hebbard, located in tbe 
“South Westernmost” city of the United States, namely, 
San Diego, Calif. Its situation on a bluff overlooking the 
bay gives it a commanding sweep as to views. Its stucco 
exterior, slightly pitched roof, wide extending eaves and well 
placed openings, with an artistic grouping of effects, makes 
in combination, a house which will be much admired and 
wholly suited for the mild climate of the Southwest. The 
color scheme as described ■ indicates a most harmonious, 
restful and pleasing combination. 
A MODIFIED ENGLISH COTTAGE 
Elise Gallaudet in writing of a charming house at Los 
Angeles, California, has some clever suggestions concerning 
the relation of the house to the garden and vice-versa. The 
consistent fitness of things she considers of first impor¬ 
tance, and that the values may be enhanced each by the 
other if their proper relations are considered when being 
planned. The harmonious massing of features produces such 
marked effects in contrast with the commonplace, hap¬ 
hazard method of house and garden planning that the 
truths she states may well be considered by every prospective 
builder. 
THE HOUSE AND ITS FURNISHINGS 
Mary Hodges in her article entitled “The House and Its 
Furnishings” offers many practical and helpful suggestions, 
both as to the selection of furniture and its proper setting and 
arrangement. Several interiors are illustrated in some of 
which the furnishings, though costly, have little connection 
with the spirit of their architectural setting, and the writer 
describes what would have been proper to produce more 
satisfactory results. This article will appeal particularly 
to the woman who is furnishing or doing over her home. 
DECORATING AND FURNISHING THE NURSERY 
“Decorating and Furnishing the Nursery” is the title 
of an article prepared by Sarah Elizabeth Ruggles. This is 
replete with information to the woman who is interested in 
beautifying and making sanitary and attractive this most 
important room of tbe home; for the happiness and serenity 
of the child induced by surroundings free from discordant 
impressions, directly affect the disposition for all time. 
Simplicity and refinement, based on true artistic principles, 
are the essentials. Illustrations of new designs in nursery 
papers, as well as reproductions of furniture designed 
wholly for the little people are given. 
HOUSING THE AUTOMOBILE 
With the article “Housing the Automobile” House and 
Garden is taking up another feature of interest to the 
suburban and country householder. The suggestions made 
in this article are eminently practical, the garages illustrated 
being the most inexpensive of their kind. 
SUGGESTIONS FOR THE MONTH 
No more perfect demonstration of the truth of the adage, 
“A stitch in time saves nine” can be observed than is set 
forth in the direction and care of a house and its garden. 
To anticipate the proper time for getting the best results is 
the province of the above named department. The timely 
topics, for both the dwelling and the grounds surround¬ 
ing it, considered in the May issue are full of meat and 
information. 
CORRESPONDENCE COLUMNS 
If you desire information about the furnishing or finish- 
ing of your house, or about the laying-out or planting of 
your garden, you can have expert advice and assistance, 
without cost, by writing to House and Garden. 
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