A few home truths
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The improvement in the UK housing market which is now taking place will initially benefit estate agents, which have experienced very difficult conditions over recent years. Attractive investments in this sector include Hambro Countrywide, which has a strong life assurance business and is set to see double-figure group profits in 1997. The improvement in the housing market has already brought benefits for Savills and John D Wood, which specialise in the middle to upper sector of the market.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Naughty and nice
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A humorous letter to underwear designer Shoshanna brings out one man's love for all the different kinds of underwear people can have. There is everything ranging from basic style and comfort to traditional designs and designer underclothes. Since it is time for the Christmas holiday, underwear lovers can look forward to all of the unusual and sensual fashions that actually make wearing underwear a fun thing to do.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
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ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1998
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The greening of Kansas City
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This article describes how the 2 public gardens in Kansas City, KS, were developed since 1984. Architecture, design and administration of Overland Park and Powell Gardens are described.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 1999
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