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Chicago Tribune from Chicago, Illinois • 97

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Chicago Tribunei
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97
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Section IB J) CHICAGO TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, -SEPTEMBER SO, 1967 Use pf Land in Development erts Determined by -ill I i 1 Long Grove along Illinois high way 53, some 5 miles north of Arlington Heights and Pala tine. Restrictions require that buildings have a minimum of "On the basis of these findings, the experts suggested that 25 acres were natural lake areas and should be devoted to such, rather than to building sites. The experts were correct, as is evident from the underground springs and from the ability of the lake basins to retain Country Club Estates lies in 2,000 square feet Tho architectural style is not dictated, plans are subject to the approval of the development corporation. The sites range in price from $6,500 to $20,000. of the subdivision and the golf course when rains are heavy.

"The very existence of the lakes," Anderson remarked this week, "can be attributed to the extensive soil testing program conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture for the first time for an urban development. "Tho the department for many years has provided farmers with data on the soil conditions of their farms, this instance was the first in which the services of the department were utilized to determine the soil capabilities of property destined for residential development. "The department, in cooperation with the Lake county plan commission, the Long Grove plan commission, and the former owner of the tract, did tests of the entire 508 acres to determine bearing strength, porosity, and other Triple service is performed by three lakes for Hillcrest Country club and for Country Club Estates subdivision of north suburban Long Grove. The subdivision consists of 271 lots, each of an acre or more, arranged to surround both the lakes and the golf course. The firm that developed this complex is headed by R.

J. Anderson. In pursuance of a Civil war motif, the northern lake is called "Yankee," the southern one "Rebel" yet to be finished, and the middle one "Sentinel." They eventually will cover some 25 acres of the 508-acre complex. The two complete lakes, having been stocked with bass and bluegills, now are producing catches that include specimens up to 2Vi pounds. Yankee lake functions as a reservoir for the golf course irrigation system.

All three lakes are designed to catch the drainoff Yom -Axe CorJiaMy InTife. -to Inspeci Ttis Disiaicive New Residence Custom Designed, for itne Family Desiring Early Occupancy in Le Distinguished Ginger Greet Section i OAK BROOK 3 I 1 3,346 sq ft hfl space on two levek Five rdroomi3Vi bathrooms. Paneled family-room with fireplace Isknd kitchen, plan; two car garage $87,000 including approximately an acre For information or appointment for lot inspection please phone: Residential Sales Department Gak.Brook Developmefit Company Oak Brook, Illinois 654-2444 This fine custom designed home was planned by our noted architect specifically for this particular site. It is now completed in every detail, thus eliminating the many months of effort usually required for a custom designed home. Currently an excellent selection of choice wooded and meadowland homesites is available in the various areas of Oak Brook for families anticipating an investment in land and residence from $50,000 to $250,000.

Yankee lake and the seventh fairway of Hillcrest Country club viewed from the patio of a home in Country Club Estates subdivision in north suburban Long Grove. The developer is R. J. Anderson. FOR TRIBUNE HOME DELIVERY dial 222-4100 1 7 1 (h.A WUW" wiiy pay more wnen we mcMffle fc Average Purchase 2 Bedroom Home $20,950.00 Central Air Conditioning 4 Wall-to-wall Carpeting throughout Wood Windows (removable) Insulated Picture Windows WaU Hung Toilets Luminous Ceilings in Bath No Charge No Charge No Charge Charge No Charge No Charge pi" C0UNTRY PROFESSIONAL I MAINTENANCE Deluxe Vanities in Baths with cultured marble tops No Charge Range, Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Charge No Charge No Charge Luxurious cedar siding Aluminum screens and doors Valmar finish kitchen cabinets No Charge $184.00 Closing Cost Total.

SERVICE jj TOTAL $21,134.00 11-2 BEDROOM COIIDOMAIfl HOMES 0 0 As Low As 1 Per Month Pr. St Int. Free membership in your own Country Club is automatic when you come to Georgetown West. Huge swimming pool is clean and uncrowded. Facilities are yours to use FREE whenever you like.

Georgetown is located two miles west of Route 83 on Irving Park Rd. (and Prospect) Wood-dale, IH. Turn South one block on Prospect to models. COUNTRY CLUB and SWIMMING FOOL ''ft Hotpoint Appliances.

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