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- Developer: Next Level Games
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Release: Mar 24, 2013
- ESRB: Everyone
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Scare Scraper Ghost!
What are all of the ghost you can catch in the scare scraper. i know how to get them i just need the names of the ghost them selves so i can know what to look for all i have right now is POLTERPUP, COLD CATCHER, GOULF, and THE BRAIN
Answer from: The brain
Thay are all differnt some look like vegetables some look loke fish or insects and some have cloths(I have a slammer in a fluffy coat)
Answer from: Creeper hunter2
Some like the cold catcher, spookumber,bettle wisperer,and the brain (who I have five of and is the main boss) are some to be named but are not all of them.
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A converted six bedroom coach house with a separate two bedroom annexe and further scope for development The property offers the potential of a pub/restaurant conversion or a possible apartment/office conversion and offers six bedrooms with extensive parking outside. The property also benefits from a separate detached annexe which has two bedrooms and a further outbuilding which could be converted into additional accommodation, subject to obtaining the necessary consents. Connington lies between Huntingdon and Peterborough, both with good rail links into Cambridge and London King's Cross stations. The property is also well situated for access to the A1 trunk road to the north and south.
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A semi detached 2 bedroom cottage in need of renovation with scope to extend to the side, stpp This two bedroom semi-detached cottage is in need of some modernisation and renovation and offers the possibility of extension to the side, subject to the necessary consents. The property overlooks fields to the rear and is centrally situated in the village. The village of Tilney St Lawrence lies just off the A47 between Wisbech and King's Lynn. There is a mainline rail link in King's Lynn to Cambridge and London King's Cross stations.
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Three bedroom semi detached house currently let at £7,200 pa (£600pcm). This property is in good order throughout with recently installed kitchen, bathroom and double glazing. The property benefits from electric heating with a working wood burner in the lounge/diner, a 12ft kitchen and three generously sized bedrooms on the first floor. Having been built using concrete as its main structure (considered non-standard), many of these 'Airey' properties have been re furbished with brick faces, enabling the potential to renovate the exterior of this property. Situated on a good size plot within the heart of Hilgay. Hilgay lies between Ely and Downham Market with a railway link at both locations.
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Fantastic investment opportunity. This ground floor one bedroom flat is currently let on as Assured Shorthold Tenancy producing an income of £425pcm (£5,100pa). Wisbech lies between March and King's Lynn and provides shopping and recreational facilities a mainline rail link can be accessed at King's Lynn providing access into Cambridge and London Kings Cross.
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A freehold building consisting of a shop and storage room to the ground floor and 2 x 2 bedroom flats to the first and second floors. There is full planning permission to convert the ground floor shop into 2 x Bedsits/1 Bedroom Flats which will generate further income. The two upper floor flats are accessed from the rear of the property via a separate entrance and the shop has its own entrance from the front of the building. A great opportunity to potentially achieve a rental income of approx £18,000 pa .
Two attached cottages joined by the kitchen to the rear comprising 2 Living Rooms, 4 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Kitchen/Breakfast Room and Rear Gardens. The properties are in need of modernisation throughout and when complete would be ideal to split back in to 2 cottages or create one larger home (subject to gaining any relevant permission needed)
A magnificent Victorian detached family home set within large grounds extending to approx 1 acre. The property comprises 6 Bedrooms, Living Room, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Conservatory, Double Garage, Study, two bathrooms. Having undergone extensive external refurbishment in over the recent years including a complete new roof and timber and external joinery, and re-pointing. Internally the property does require some modernisation to bring up to modern day standards. Externally there is a double garage to the front aspect with parking for multiple cars and to the rear aspect there is a raised patio and decking area overlooking the extensive gardens with a pony paddock towards the boundary line which could have a variety of uses.
A 3 storey semi detached house with views over the Menai Strait and Marina comprising: Entrance Hall, the property comprises spacious Lounge with rear patio doors onto a balcony, stairs to lower ground floor where there is a Bedroom and fabulous open plan Kitchen/Diner featuring patio doors to lower balcony where, with that view, you will certainly want to linger over breakfast! There is an added Utility room to the side of the Kitchen. To the first floor there are 2 further Bedrooms, both with Sharps fitted wardrobes, and an attractive family Bathroom. Step inside and you will be surprised at what this house offers!
A fabulous 2/3 bedroom semi- detached property with large gardens and adjoining agricultural land. This property is in need of modernisation throughout although the windows and electrics appear to be fairly modern. There are gardens to the rear and side of the property together with an adjoining field extending to approximately 0.9 acres. You really need to see the views for yourself to fully appreciate what this property has to offer as you have uninterrupted views of the Menai Straits towards the Snowdonia mountain range including Mount Snowdon itself.
Modern office and light industrial unit This large vacant unit extends to 3,875 sq/ft. It benefits from gas central heating and the versatile accommodation over two floors allows for a number of uses. New residential development has been built in the vicinity and the adjacent car sales site has planning permission for fourteen flats. Therefore, there is the potential for conversion or replacement of the building to provide residential, subject to the usual consents. According to the valuation office website, the property has an area of 360 sq.m and a rateable value of £13,750 with effect from 1st April 2010. The property is located on the fringe of Great Yarmouth, close to the A12 and A47 with a useful range of facilities nearby.
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Five bedroom end of terrace house This five bedroom, hall entrance end terrace is set in an established residential location in Great Yarmouth. Offering comfortable living over three floors, the property is in good order throughout and would be ideal for a family or investor. York Road is set within walking distance of the town centre of Great Yarmouth and the sea front.
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Town centre development site with outline planning permission for three dwellings. Located in the heart of Attleborough, this tucked away building site has planning permission for the erection of three apartments. Architects have provided a contemporary design which incorporates two, two bedroom ground floor units and one first floor two bedroom apartment. Plans are available to inspect on our website. The site has approximate frontage of 45 foot and an average depth of 70 , stms. The site is accessed between the dental practice and opticians on Church Street. A copy of the planning permission is available to view on our website.
Period farmhouse with large gardens, former windmill and workshop This detached farmhouse now requires modernisation and improvement to realise its full potential. The house in situated in large gardens which include a former windmill and brick and tile workshop. The property is situated in a picturesque rural setting and may suit the owner-occupier or developer wishing to expand on the use of the outbuildings and potential may exist for the conversion of the former windmill and workshop into a separate residential dwelling, subject to the necessary consents. The property is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is well placed for access to Attleborough, Hingham and Watton. Norwich lies approximately fifteen miles to the north-east.
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A rare opportunity to purchase a freehold parcel of land believed to have the benefit of outline planning permission for the erection of a 2000sq.ft/193sqm detached building. The site gently slopes and that the rear retaining wall has been built with specification for immediate building to commence upon it. The proposed unit is rectangular in shape having male and female WCs and office areas. It is further understood that there are proposals to have a mezzanine floor. Formal enquiries with regards to planning permission should be addressed to Chesterfield Borough Council in order that you should be satisfied in this regards. It is understood that all mains services are available on Whitting Valley Road and that there are drains available directly to the site.
We are pleased to offer to auction this tenanted ground floor lock up shop with a separate two bedroom duplex flat above. Both properties are currently let on periodic tenancies and the tenants have indicated that they wish to continue letting for the foreseeable future. The combined income for both properties are £6500 per annum. The properties are located on a parade of shops within the centre of Holmewood and are situated close to a local housing estate and junction 29 of the M1
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An excellent opportunity to purchase a parcel of land having the benefit of planning permission granted under appeal for one single dwelling. The planning permission has been granted under Bolsover District Council reference number 12/00546/FUL dated 29 October 2012. It is believed that the land has potential to increase the number of dwellings subject to the necessary local authority consents. It offers a good opportunity for a self builder or a developer in order to develop out residential building land. It is believed that the property has planning permission granted for a three storey building comprising Ground Floor: Kitchen, Dining Living Room. A flight of stairs leading to the First Floor: Lounge, Utility, Bathroom,. separate WC, Terrace, Bedroom One and Garage. Second Floor: Master Bedroom Five having En-suite Bathroom, Bedroom Three, Bedroom Four, Separate Bathroom and separate flight of stairs. Outside sees gardens to front and rear.
An excellent opportunity to purchase a two bedroomed mid terraced house benefiting from gas fired central heating (not tested). The property requires a comprehensive scheme of repair/modernisation and is thought to be of interest to the investor or persons wanting a renovation project.
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An excellent opportunity to purchase a two bedroomed mid terraced house benefiting from gas central heating and upvc double glazing. The property is currently let producing a rental income of £4,430.88 per annum. The tenant indicates that they wish to remain in occupation for the foreseeable future.
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Situated in the very heart of the town centre is this substantial 4 storey landmark building extending to around 20,000 sq ft and offering a unique redevelopment opportunity together with an immediate income from 2 tenanted retail units. Situated just a few minutes' walk from the regenerated and vibrant Waterfront with its Marina, hotel, busy public houses and an variety of restaurants, this building offers an array of amenities on its' doorstep and the opportunity to provide stylish living accommodation with each of the finished units offering a potentially strong residual value or rental yield. The town also offers good road access to London and the Midlands via the A12 and A14 respectively together with mainline rail links to Liverpool Street Station with a travel time of around 70 minutes.
Situated approximately 2 miles from the A140 linking Ipswich with Norwich is this single building plot for a 2 storey house. Thorndon is an attractive small North Suffolk village with a population of less than a thousand and well served by a church, primary school, public house and community shop. The larger town of Eye with a broader range of amenities is just 3 miles away and the South Norfolk town of Diss is some 10 miles distant and benefits from a mainline rail station with a travelling time of around an hour and a half to London Liverpool Street Station. Planning Permission has been granted by Mid Suffolk District council under Application No. 3701/15 for the construction of a 3 bedroom detached dwelling extending to 1044 sq ft together with 2 parking spaces. The Section 106 contribution will be just under £8400 and no CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) will be due. An excellent opportunity for a builder or end user.
Field Palmer are pleased to offer this two bedroom terraced house with the unusual benefit of a self-contained studio apartment. The property is ideally situated in the heart of Woolston and we believe it to be a great investment.
This is an exciting opportunity to purchase a single storey retail unit in the heart of Havant Town Centre with planning permission to demolish and construct a four storey building comprising three 2 bedroom apartments and eight 1 bedrooms apartments. Associated landscaping, cycle parking and refuse provision are included. Plans and drawings can be found online at http://www.havant.gov.uk under reference APP/14/00576.
Situated in the heart of Romsey town centre, we are pleased to offer this spacious two bedroom purpose built first floor appartment. THe property comprises a living room, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms. It also features its own private entrance, double glazing and parking for resident's. Dukes Mill is well positioned within the heart of Romsey town centre offering many independent shops and amenities that include a bus and train station. Romsey resides next to the River Test and is approximately 16 miles south/west of Winchester via the M3 and 8 miles north/west of Southampton via the M27.
For Sale by Public Auction on the 25th May 2016 at the Hilton Hotel Ageas Bowl, Botley Road, West End, Southampton, SO30 3XH at 11.00am. A spacious detached period property located in Freemantle, which is offered for sale with no forward chain. The accommodation comprises; entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor. On the first floor there are three double bedrooms as well as a shower room. The property also benefits from double glazing, gas central heating and off road parking for one vehicle.
A well-proportioned semi-detached house with off road parking and integral garage in need of updating. The layout and location would make it perfect for a young family with three double bedrooms, a south facing garden and overlooking Milton Park. Goldsmith avenue is extremely well placed for the general amenities of the area which includeregular bus services passing close by and at the far end of the road is the mainline railway station on Fratton Bridge. For children there are plenty of recreational pursuits over the road in Milton Park and a selection of local schools within walking distance. Good selection of shops are offered in Eastney road and there is also the commercial centre by Fratton Park.
Located within a stone's throw of Southampton General Hospital, the property comprises three bedrooms adn a bathroom on the first floor and, on the ground floor there is a lounge, dining room and kitchen. The property has double glazed UPVC windows and a gas fired heating system. A side drive provides off road parking to the front with gated leading through to the rear garden. Dale Road is situated close to Southampton's General Hospital and at the end of Dale Valley Road is Southampton's Sports Centre with its recreational facilities and open parkland. Lcoal shopping can be found within Shirley High Street.
For sale by Public Auction on Wednesday 25 May 2016 commencing at 11am at the Hilton Hotel, Age's Bowl Cricket Ground, West End, Southampton SO30 3XH. Situated on the first floor of a purpose built block. This two bedroom flat enjoys a prominent position in the heart of central Romsey. The property comprises living room, kitchen, bathroom, two bedrooms and also features its own private entrance and double glazing. This property will be suitable for all manner of buyers and therefore viewing is highly recommended.
Situated in the iconic Lennox Mansions on Clarence Parade, this three bedroom ground floor apartment has its own private entrance and an allocated parking space. The spacious accommodation comprises; three double bedrooms (one with en-suite shower room), living room with south facing bay window and an opening to a fitted kitchen and a family bathroom. Potential monthly Income of £1100.
A three bedroom terraced house with off road parking, front and rear gardens, double glazing and gas central heating. An ideal investment or starter home. The accommodation comprises; entrance porch, cloakroom, 25ft 4 by 15ft 3 lounge/diner with double doors onto the rear garden, kitchen, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The enclosed rear garden has a pedestrian gate leading to an allocated off road parking space. The estimated rental value is £750 per calendar month.
In need of complete renovation this spacious end of terrace house has fantastic potential for conversion into separate flats, student accommodation (subject to relevant planning consents) or as a family home. The accommodation comprises; on the ground floor, 3 reception rooms, kitchen, shower room with separate WC and a conservatory. The basement level provides 3 rooms formerly used as a living room/kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The upper floors contain 5 double bedrooms, a bathroom and separate WC. Victoria Road North is the main route into Southsea, thus provides rapid access in and out of the area. Albert Road, Elm Grove and Palmerston Road shopping facilities are all within easy reach.
A rare opportunity to own this charming 3 bed cottage believed to date back to circa 1900. The property is offered with vacant possession and requires modernisation and refurbishment with the potential to extend further (subject to planning) into the impressive sized, yet overgrown, rear garden. With many original features remaining the property briefly comprises: Porch, two separate reception rooms, kitchen and ground floor bathroom with two bedrooms and study/bedroom three off of bedroom two. The property has a dropped kerb providing access to a side driveway and large sunny aspect rear garden.
Detached bungalow set in good sized plot on the outskirts of Denmead. Internally the property offers two bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, dining room and shower room. The garden is mostly lawned with mature shrubs. Denmead Village provides a comprehensive range of shops, Post Office, Health Center, Infant and Junior Schools, bus rout etc. Waterlooville Town Centre with a much broader range of shops and additional facilities, is approximately three miles to the East, and provides access to the A3 (M) with its links to the North and South.
Please note that this is a non-standard REEMA construction. This two bedroom first floor maisonette offers excellent sized living accommodation with double glazing, gas central heating and it's own private rear garden. We feel this property would ideally suit an investor or first time buyer. In brief the accommodation consists of: it's own private stairs to first floor accommodation, two bedrooms, shower room, lounge and kitchen. There is a private garden to the rear of the property.
A great opportunity to purchase a substantial, extended three bedroom semi detached house, with good sized gardens to the front side and rear. The property is in need of some modernisation and offers potential for further extension/development, subject to the relevant planning consents. The property comprises; an entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, dining/sitting room, utility room, cloakroom. On the first floor, three bedrooms, bathroom and seperate WC. Integral garage. Early interest advised. Conveniently located within close proximity to Waterlooville Town Centre, local shops and other local amenities. Also provides easy access to the major road links along the South coast including the M27 and A3.
Character home set in gardens of approximately 0.85 of an acre. Property comprises of: 3 Double Bedrooms Bathroom Study Sitting room Dining room Family room Kitchen and Utility To the outside of the premises there are: single garage / workshop A mature garden with an orchard Pearson's are delighted to offer at Auction this mature detached home, which has been in the same family for many years. The property offers scope for extension (subject to necessary planing). Set in a lovely semi-rural location with adjoining fields and woodland. The property is approached along an un-made road and has a large single garage and a mature garden. Ashville offers an excellent opportunity for a new owner to up-date and remodel (if required).
***For sale by Auction on 24th May 2016*** ***Guide Price £275,000+*** A detached farmhouse with outbuildings and paddock set in just over 0.5 acres approached via a shared private driveway. The main farmhouse offers two reception rooms, kitchen, utility room and downstairs bathroom on the ground floor with 3 bedrooms on the first floor. The property is in need of complete modernisation. Outside there is a yard with several outbuildings and a paddock. The property is surrounded by housing of various ages on all sides and offers an opportunity for further development (subject to the necessary planning consents)
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**FOR SALE BY WAY OF NON CONDITIONAL PROXY BID POSTAL AUCTION. (see view full details below for bidding process)** This substantial detached family home is close to the A460 Cannock Road and is within easy access of Wolverhampton City Centre with M6 and M54 motorway links. The property which has not been inspected by the Auctioneers (therefore all measurements and descriptions cannot be confirmed), however it is understood to require cosmetic improvements in order to restore the property. Set back behind a walled, gated driveway the property comprises:-
A vacant two bedroom terrace house comprising; entrance hallway, lounge, dining room & fitted kitchen. First floor; two bedrooms & bathroom. Rear yard & on street parking. Please note, there will be a Buyer's Premium of £900 incl. VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
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Two bedroom mid terrace house let on an AST at £95pw/£4940pa. Copy AST will be provided in legal pack. Ideal buy to let property guided below stamp duty threshold. Please note, there will be a Buyer's Premium of £900 incl. VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Traditional two bedroom mid terraced house with modern interior, gas central heating & double glazing. Ground floor; entrance, living room, dining kitchen, first floor landing, bedroom one, bedroom two, bathroom. Garden fronted, yard to rear. Please note, there will be a Buyer's Premium of £600 incl. VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Wed 18 May 12:30 pm
Two bedroom mid terraced house modernised circa 2013. Entrance porch, living room, modern fitted dining kitchen, first floor landing, bedroom one, bedroom two, modern white bath suite. UPVC double glazed, gas central heating. Ideal first time buyer or buy to let investment property. Please note, there will be a Buyer's Premium of £600 incl. VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
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A parcel of land to the rear of 157 St Anne's Road East, including garages & outbuildings with full planning permission for a two storey detached dwelling with integral garage. Planning reference number : 16/0129 Fylde Council. Please note, there will be a £600 incl VAT Buyer's Premium payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
For Development - A detached bungalow set in a 1/3 acre plot, located in a popular residential area with planning permission for a replacement 5 bedroom detached house measuring approximately 3,211 sq ft, following the partial demolition of the existing bungalow.
For development - A single building plot approaching 1/2 an acre with planning permission for the erection of a detached house with rural views.
By Order of the Executor - A vacant non-standard construction detached house in a village location with potential for redevelopment subject to planning permission being granted.
A parcel of land measuring approximately 1/3 of an acre with an outbuilding, previously licensed as a small holding. Providing speculative potential for change of use, subject to necessary planning consent being granted.
This one bedroomed back to back terraced property is located within a mile of the popular Calderdale town, Hebden Bridge. Although not internally inspected the accommodation is believed to comprise, an open plan kitchen/living room, bedroom and bathroom, in addition to a cellar. The property further benefits from double glazing and gas central heating. This property offers excellent potential to first time buyers and investors alike.
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A Tenanted Two Bedroomed Mid Terraced Property. Although not inspected we believe the property to comprise, Vestibule, Lounge, Dining Kitchen, Two Bedrooms and Bathroom. There is a Forecourt and enclosed Yard. We have been advised that the property generates an income of £4,800pa (£400pcm) for the term commencing 10th August 2012 and expiring 1st April 2017. Situated in this popular residential area makes it ideal for the private investor. Please note there will be a further Buyers Premium of £600 inc. VAT on this lot.
Deceptively spacious property briefly comprising substantial ground floor retail unit, extending to approximately 1,234 sq ft (115.5 sq m) which previously operated as DIY store and is currently vacant. To the rear of the ground floor are single storey workshops and stores and to the first floor is a one bedroom flat. There is scope for reconfiguring the property to make the first floor flat self-contained and potentially converting the rear of the ground floor to alternative uses - subject to the necessary consents being obtained. Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900 incl VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Three bedroom semi detached townhouse let on an AST at £450 pcm/£5,100 pa. Ground floor; entrance hallway, lounge, kitchen, first floor; landing, bedroom one, bedroom two, bedroom three & bathroom. Drive & Garden to front with rear gardens. Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900.00 including VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Three bedroom, two reception room semi detached townhouse let on an AST at £460 pcm/£5,520 pa. Ground floor entrance hallway, lounge, dining room, kitchen, first floor landing, bedroom one, bedroom two, bedroom three & bathroom. Double glazed where fitted & gas central heating. Drive & garden to front with rear gardens. Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900.00 including VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
A Substantial Split Level Detached Bungalow with Integral Double Garage Situated in Extensive Grounds. A fantastic opportunity to purchase and create a substantial family home. Whilst requiring refurbishment throughout this property has also received planning consent to extend and create further accommodation (potential bidders will need to visit http://www.rossendale.gov.uk/ for full details). Situated close to Whitworth Community High School and local amenities The property briefly comprises extensive lounge, kitchen, utility room, three bedrooms, separate wc and a bathroom with the benefit of double glazing, gas central heating and integral double garage. Please use the postcode OL12 8TX whereby the property is located 50 yards to the left.
Substantial three storey town centre retail property, previously a Yates's Wine Lodge, however more recently being used as interior design shop and now cafe/bar. Externally there is a small enclosed yard area to the rear of the building considered suitable for outside drinking/dining. The property occupies a prominent main circuit position fronting Park Green on the fringe of Macclesfield Town Centre with nearby occupiers including JD Wetherspoons, Red Willow and No. 4 Park Green, together with other retail and office users. The property has an established use of A3 - restaurant/café, however the property may be suitable for a variety of other uses including potential residential conversion of the upper floors, subject to the necessary consents being obtained. Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900.00 including VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee. The Valuation Office (VOA) states the property has the following net internal floor areas:
Prominent corner site, fronting Bag Lane (A577) at the junction of Mealhouse Lane in the centre of Atherton. The site extends to approximately 0.2 acre and houses the former police station and adjacent car park. The site benefits from planning consent (application reference: A/14/79408), granted June 2014 for the erection of a two storey building comprising two retail units at ground floor with two flats above. The consent is considered of low density and a more dense scheme may be considered by the Local Authority. Please note there will be a buyers premium of £900 including VAT payable in addition to the administration fee.
9,975 sq.ft (926.7 sq.m) Modern Office Accommodation with On-Site Parking - Part Income Producing. Part two, part single storey modern offices which benefit from air conditioning, perimeter trunking, double glazing, glazed partitions, suspended ceilings with recessed CAT II lighting and gas central heating. The offices are capable of sub division and externally there is a substantial car parking area for up to 50 cars to the front and sides. The furniture in situ will also be included in the sale. Presently the two storey section on the right hand side is occupied by way of a tenancy at will to a firm of solicitors at a rent of £1,606pcm + VAT, utilities & business rates (£19,272 pa). The Landlord has the option to terminate the agreement at any time provided that 8 weeks' notice is provided. Please note there will be a buyers premium of £900 incl. VAT payable in addition to the administration fee.
A Seven/Eight Bedroomed Detached House with Over1 Acre of Adjoining Land. This property offers an amazing opportunity for someone with imagination to create a truly unique property. Originally a prominent family home it was then extended and has, more recently, been in use as a Care Home and latterly a Children's Home. The property has, subsequently, been refurbished and improved and would make a great family home. There is also the possibility of generating an income by creating a self contained annexe/flat or alternatively it could be converted into an HMO, both subject to any necessary planning consents. Benefiting from Gas Central Heating and Double Glazing.
Former Bank Premises with Parking. Llanwrst is a small town approximately 15 miles south of Llandudno but with good access to the A55 via the A470. There are a number of multiple retailers in the town including Spar, Boots, Martins, Barclays etc. The property comprises of a former banking hall and offices on the ground floor plus basement storage. There is a small car park for 4-5 cars across Willow Street. The first and second floors are separately owned on a long lease at a peppercorn rent. The property has the following approximate areas: Former Banking Hall - 61.33 sq.m (660 sq.ft) Offices and Kitchen - 51.31 sq.m (552 sq.ft) Please note, there will be a Buyer's Premium of 1% + VAT of the purchase price payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Three Storey Stone Building with Consent for Three Self Contained Flats. Substantial three storey terrace property of stonework elevation which benefits from planning consent (06.08.2012 for change of use to convert to 3 no self contained one bed apartments - planning ref: 2012/0285). An application to secure the consent beyond the three year period has been applied for and acknowledged by Rossendale Borough Council. Interested parties should consult direct with Rossendale Borough Council planning department. Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900 incl. VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
Situated at the junction of Kenyon Lane with Deansway, close to the junction with Lightbowne Road (B6393) in the centre of Moston, approximately 3 miles north east of Manchester City Centre. Two storey corner property briefly comprising 2 ground floor retail units currently trading as hairdressers and cafe, together with first floor self-contained flat. The property is tenanted as follows: Ground floor hairdressers - 3 year lease from March 2016 at a rental of £4,160 per annum. Ground floor café - 3 year lease from January 2016 at a rental of £4,160 per annum First floor flat - £500 pcm (£6,000 per annum) The total rental income is therefore £14,320 per annum Please note there will be a Buyers Premium of £900 incl VAT payable in addition to the Administration Fee.
An increasingly rare opportunity to purchase a residential development site with planning consent for the construction of six houses. Sleaford is an attractive market town in south Lincolnshire and is ideally placed to access other Towns and Cities such as Lincoln, Grantham and Boston. Electric Station Road is a mainly residential road and the North Kesteven District Council have granted consent for six three bedroom semi detached houses. Each house will be constructed over two floors and provide for 101 sq m of accommodation to include hall, open plan lounge/dining/kitchen, downstairs WC, three beds, family bathroom plus one en-suite. Planning was granted in July 2013 and the planning reference is 13/0769/FUL.
A period house set in this favoured area of Somerset requiring total renovation.
An incredibly rare opportunity to purchase an idyllic fishing hut situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in one of the finest locations on the south coast.
An unusual terrace Freehold property situated in the town centre of Yeovil. Ideal investment purchase as currently let on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy with a monthly rent of £395
A large three storey commercial property situated in a prominent location fronting onto Wellington Road, one of the main thoroughfares through the Town Centre. Now vacant the upper floors offer considerable potential for ancillary office use or residential conversion (subject to any necessary consents). The main ground floor space which was formerly two shops and measures approximately 800 square feet could suit a variety of future business uses. There is direct pedestrian access to the rear of the building allowing potential for separate residential access if necessary and the second floor of the building already houses a kitchen and bathroom facilities.
A freehold two storey house comprising of three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, rear porch, external attached storage room. The property is in need of some general updating throughout to bring up to modern day standards. This property would make a great buy to let investment or family home.
The property comprises a five bedroom house situated within a mid terrace building arranged over ground and first floors. The property requires a program of refurbishment.
The property comprises a vacant site measuring approximately 352.7 sq m. Planning has been submitted to develop the site to create a large four storey residential building arranged over ground and three upper floors to provide five self-contained flats.
The property comprises a four bedroom mid terrace house arranged over ground and two upper floors. The property requires a program of refurbishment.
The property comprises a second floor one bedroom flat situated within a mid terrace converted house arranged over ground and two upper floors.
The property comprises a second floor two bedroom flat situated within a purpose built block arranged over ground and two upper floors.
The property comprises a lower ground floor one bedroom flat within a mid terrace building arranged over lower ground, raised ground and two upper floors.
The property comprises a twelfth floor three bedroom flat situated within a purpose built block arranged over ground and sixteen upper floors.
The properties on Aldenham Road comprise three adjoining terrace buildings arranged to provide three ground floor shops and an office to the first floor. The Chalk Hill property is currently arranged as a single storey end of terrace shop with scope for redevelopment to the first floor and rear.
The property comprises a first floor two bedroom flat situated within a converted mid-terrace house.
The property comprises a lower ground floor three bedroom flat situated within a converted detached house arranged over lower ground, raised ground and two upper floors.
The property comprises a development opportunity to create a lower ground floor flat beneath an existing semi-detached building arranged over ground and three upper floors.
The property comprises a first floor two bedroom flat situated within a purpose built block arranged over ground and three upper floors.
The property comprises a first floor two bedroom flat situated within a purpose built building arranged over ground and first floors.
The property comprises a detached four bedroom house arranged over ground and first floors.
The property comprises a seven bedroom Grade II listed mid terrace house arranged over ground and two upper floors.
The property comprises a ground floor one bedroom flat situated within a converted mid terrace house arranged over ground and first floors.
The property comprises a ground floor studio flat within a period conversion arranged over ground and four upper floors.
The property comprises a three bedroom detached cottage arranged over ground and first floors. The property requires a full program of refurbishment but has planning permission granted to allow the internal and external improvements.
The property comprises a former textiles factory arranged over ground and first floors. Pre-planning approval has been granted for conversion from commercial to residential internally arranged to provide 5 x 1 bedroom flats & 2 x 2 bedroom flats.
The property comprises a one bedroom second floor flat situated within a modern purpose built apartment block arranged over ground and six upper floors.
Opportunity to purchase this plot of investment land. This plot is from within a larger tract of land and benefits from road access. The plot is considered amenity land and regarded as a long term investment.
Opportunity to purchase this plot of investment land. This plot is from within a larger tract of land and benefits from road access. The plot is considered amenity land and regarded as a long term investment.
Located on Hermitage lane in Maidstone is this plot of investment land. This plot is from within a larger tract of land and benefits from road access. The plot is considered amenity land and regarded as a long term investment.
VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT Standing close to the Parish Church and refurbished by the present owners, the interior retains many original features with an inglenook fireplace, exposed beams, original floors and window seats. The accommodation currently provides four bedrooms, two with suites, two reception rooms and a large kitchen/breakfast room standing within the former Blacksmith's workshop. There is a separate bathroom and shower room and a spacious loft, together with private driveway parking and a further graveled area to the south which would convert to a private garden or can be used for additional off road parking space.
The property offers accommodation briefly comprising: side Entrance Porch, Hall, Sitting Room, Kitchen with range of wall and floor units, rear Sun Room, 2 Bedrooms and Bathroom. The property has oil fired heating, double glazing, a Garage and gardens to the front and rear.
The premises comprise 2 retail shop units, 5 residential flats and 2 commercial units currently producing a gross income of around £38,000 per annum. The 2 shops have frontages to Carolgate, the remaining units are approached through an archway and are arranged around a courtyard.
The site is currently occupied by lock-up garages and has a frontage to Nelson Street of approximately 14m (46') at an average depth of 18m (59').
The property comprises a brick built flat roofed single storey Fish & Chip shop with the benefit of security roller shutters on the front elevation.
A rare opportunity to acquire an original Blacksmith's Forge and Shoe House with detailed planning consent to convert and extend the forge into a 3 bedroom cottage of tremendous character with the possibility of retaining many delightful features. Subject to planning the proposal can be adapted to provide an additional bedroom on the first floor.
Four bedroom detached chalet set in one third of an acre in need of modernisation. The property offers generous accommodation and is now in need of internal modernisation to realise its full potential. The property sits on a good sized plot of in excess of a third of an acre, stms and there may be the possibility to demolish the existing property and replace with two dwellings, subject to obtaining the necessary consents. Sutton Bridge lies between Spalding and King's Lynn and King's Lynn provides a main line rail link into Cambridge and London King's Cross stations.
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situation The property is situated in a sought after location close to Eastbourne seafront and is approximately ¼ mile from Eastbourne town centre and railway station. description A recently re-decorated and carpeted 3 bedroom terrace house with a patio garden. The property has uPVC double glazing and wall mounted electric heaters. accommodation Ground floor Living room: 12'10 x 11'2 (3.91m x 3.40m) Kitchen/breakfast room: 11'8 x 8'2 (3.56m x 2.49m) First floor Bedroom 1: 11'1 x 9'4 (3.38m x 2.84m) Bedroom 2: 10' max x 8'1 max (3.05 x 2.46m) Bedroom 3: 7' x 6' (2.13m x 1.83m) Bathroom The bathroom could be re-configured to increase the size of the second bedroom. guide price £180,000 - £190,000
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situation The property is located on a small parade of shops close to the junction of Coleridge Street. This part of Hove is served by good bus services in all directions and Hove railway station is a short walk away. description The ground floor shop, which is vacant, traded for many years as LSA Models and now benefits from refurbishment throughout. The good size 2 bedroom maisonette above is self-contained and accessed via a separate street entrance. accommodation Shop. Retail area with office behind leading to a kitchen, WC and extensive storage areas. There is a gate onto Conway Place and this could provide access for a self-contained flat at the rear if the storage areas were converted STNC. Total area 63.2sqm (680sqft) Maisonette. First floor with good size living room, kitchen, and half landing bathroom. Second floor with 2 double bedrooms. Total area 72.3sqm (778sqft) guide price £340,000 - £360,000
Situation The property is situated in a prime central location a few minutes' walk to Brighton seafront, Churchill Square shopping centre and the Brighton Centre exhibition arena. There are a wealth of amenities within close proximity with bus and rail links only a short walk away.
Thu 17 Mar 12:45-11:00
THRIVING DESTINATION PUB AND RESTAURANT WITH FUNCTION ROOMS AND SEPARATE DETACHED SINGLE STOREY BULDING WITH EIGHT EN-SUITE BOUTIQUE LETTING ROOMS The Bird in Hand trades as a food led bar and restaurant together with trade from private functions and events throughout the year. The food is highly rated with considerable return trade and there has been a growth in sales over the past few years and considerable investment in the improvement and expansion of the premises. There is currently seating inside for approximately 140 covers with two external seating areas to add additional summer trade. The kitchens have recently been totally refurbished and fitted to a high quality specification. Further planning exists to extend the property and there is a substantial customer car park and garden area.
Prominent 3,413sq ft restaurant building: Redevelopment potential This substantial town centre end terrace Grade II listed building has accommodation over four floors. The current use of the property is a restaurant providing around 100 covers. It has been a restaurant for over 20 years, however was residential before that and an application has been submitted to change the use back to residential. The property has four ground floor entrances allowing for the building to be subdivided. The property is located in an attractive conservation area close to St George's Theatre, plain and park. It is close to the prime retail area including the Market Gate shopping centre and King Street/market place. According to the valuation office website the property is described as a restaurant, bar and premises and has a rateable value of £17,750 with effect from the 1st April 2010. As the property is listed no rates are currently payable.
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Substantial former school gymnasium offering numerous potential uses including residential conversion This substantial detached two storey building was originally built in 1931 as a school gymnasium with classrooms at first floor level. The building, which extends to approximately 481sq/m (5,180sq/ft), has a wide range of other potential uses including studio space, theatre, residential conversion or storage. Other potential uses may also be possible subject to obtaining suitable planning permission. The property will be sold with an area of garden and parking. A previous application for residential use was submitted to convert the property into four three storey townhouses. Details of the layout and other planning details can be found on the public access website of Breckland District Council, www.breckland.gov.uk/planning. The building is currently listed for use as a theatre for entertainment, music and dancing.
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Thu 31 Mar 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
A period cottage (formerly village post office and stores) with annexe situated in a quiet location enjoying fine rural views.
A substantial four storey property comprising three studio flats, a 1 bedroom flat and a 2 bedroom flat. The lock up shop has been sold on a long lease.
A substantial four storey property comprising Two 3 bedroom flats and a 2 bedroom flat. The lock up shop has been sold on a long lease.
- Shop has A2 planning consent - Would suit owner or investor - Offices to the rear and two upper floors - Upper floors may suit conversion to residential - Well positioned on the pedestrianised shopping area
Vacant area of land measuring approx. 2,800 sq ft previously used for storage of building materials. • Secure site with gated access • Close to Ilkeston town centre which is c.0.5 miles away • Adjacent to house and allotment land • Would suit local builder wanting storage yard • Alternative uses/development subject to obtaining planning consent
An opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed, former Methodist chapel with potential for redevelopment.
Having been tastefully refurbished recently and benefitting from UPVC double glazing and gas central heating this two bedroom semi detached cottage, close to the Village School and shops would make an excellent buy to let property. With off street parking and side garden the accommodation has been updated throughout and now boasts a Dining Kitchen with newly fitted kitchen units, Living Room and bathroom to the ground floor with two bedrooms and shower room to the first floor. Leeswood is situated approximately 4 miles outside the nearest Town of Mold which offers a wide variety of amenities and facilities.
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The auction is being held on 24th February 2016 at 2pm at Chester Racecourse, Chester CH1 2LY. If you would like to speak to someone about the process of buying at auction please contact the Auction House team on 01244 324052.
This flat is situated within an attractive building containing just 5 apartments in total. Offering communal gardens, ample off street parking and located within close proximity to local amenities and facilities including Rhyl Town Centre. Requiring some refurbishments works the property should be of particular interest to those buyers looking to purchase a potentially high yielding investment property.
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Thu 18 Feb 10:00-10:45
This flat is situated within an attractive building containing just 5 apartments in total. Offering communal gardens, ample off street parking and located within close proximity to local amenities and facilities including Rhyl Town Centre. Requiring some refurbishments works the property should be of particular interest to those buyers looking to purchase a potentially high yielding investment property.
***For sale by Auction on 14th April 2016*** ***Guide Price: £525,000 - £575,000*** This is a substantial end of terrace mixed use property. The ground floor offers a shop, basement show room and a large single storey rear extension. Up stairs is a first and second floor maisonette offering 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge and separate kitchen and comes as a fully let house of multiple occupancy. In addition there is a driveway and large garage/workshop.
***For sale by auction on 18th February*** ***Guide Price £90,000*** The is a substantial 3 bedroom maisonette above a hairdressers in the pedestrianised town centre of Taunton. The property benefits from easy access to all the local facilities including the main line Taunton train station.
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A prominent town centre building plot with full planning for 3 houses and all services available
A substantial and double fronted period property located within the converted monastery development situated in the middle of Pantasaph within easy access of the A55 expressway. As the name suggests, this property was once home to the Bishop before being let in recent years and is now to be sold with vacant possession. Whilst the property would benefit from some modernisation and improvement, internally the accommodation is particularly well proportioned with two main ground floor reception rooms both measuring over 20 feet in length, a Kitchen, breakfast room and walk in pantry and utility room. The first floor consists of four bedrooms with master en-suite, a family bathroom and separate W.C. There is a loft room and a cellar both of which could have development potential whilst outside there is ample parking to the front of the property for several vehicles, a garage and small rear courtyard.
A substantial two storey end of terrace property located close to St Helens Town Centre and within easy reach of local facilities such as St Helens College and St Helens Central Train Station. The accommodation consists of four ground floor rooms and three first floor rooms and W.C. facilities. Suitable for a variety of future uses (subject to any necessary consents) this quirky property would make an ideal investment purchase for a local investor or developer.
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A ground floor corner lock up shop forming part of a two storey end of terrace property in New Ferry, predominantly surrounded by a mixture of similar commercial and residential properties. Currently vacant and benefitting from electric roller shutters the property could suit a variety of future business uses and is currently available to rent at £6,500 (www.venmorecommercial.co.uk) representing a good potential yield. According to the VOA office the property measures approximately 450 square feet in total with a rateable value of £3550 although buyers are advised to make their own enquiries. Neighbouring business include the co-operative and a variety of independent shops and there are good public transport links close by serving Wirral and Liverpool.
An ideal opportunity to purchase this spacious three bedroom first floor maisonette located in the heart of Fareham town centre. The internal accommodation, which is in need of complete modernisation, comprises; entrance hall, 21' lounge and kitchen overlooking West Street, bathroom and bedroom two, and to the second floor there are a further two bedrooms. Outside there is a roof terrace to the rear of the property. Situated centrally within Fareham's extensive range of shopping and banking facilities and within walking distance of Fareham's mainline railway station. West Street also falls within Harrison Road Primary catchment area which is curriculum linked to Cams Hill Secondary School. Fareham also has beneifit of junctions 10a and 11 of the M27 motorway for travel both east and west bound.
*Guides are provided as an indication of each seller's minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to the auction. Each property will be offered subject to a Reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the property during the auction) which we expect will be set within the Guide Range or no more than 10% above a single figure Guide.

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Friend-level members ($125+) join us for a guided tour of the theater--including backstage and the opportunity to come onstage for a closer look at the sets and props.
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Proving itself unusually adept at arousing the ire of exchange executives, The Children's Investment Fund this week found itself on the wrong side of a tongue-lashing from NYSE Group chief John Thain.
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The man who took the New York Stock Exchange public accuses TCI of downplaying possible regulatory problems with a Deutsche Börse-Euronext marriage, and mocked a proposal to allow Euronext shareholder to vote on both merger options.
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House prices slow slightly, official figures show, but are still up 8% in a year – with London values booming 17%
- Average house price was £252,000 in March
- In the capital values have hit £459,000
- All areas of Britain recorded property price growth
House prices in Britain increased by eight per cent in the year to March 2014, down slightly from the 9.2 per cent annual growth recorded the month before.
The average property value in March was £252,000, according to the latest Office for National Statistics monthly index, lower than the £253,000 recorded in February.
But despite the slight dip, house prices are far higher than previous years. In March 2013, the average home was worth £235,000 and a year before the figure was £225,000 – meaning nearly £30,000 of growth in two years.
Housing boom: Prices have soared in the last year, but eased slightly in March
The data shows house prices are increasing strongly across most parts of Britain, with prices in London showing the largest growth by a considerable distance.
House values in the capital are up a whopping 17 per cent in 12 months, with the average property worth £459,000.
Elsewhere, prices were up 6.6 per cent in the East and 6.1 per cent in the South East.
Excluding London and the South East from the index would mean as a whole, house prices in Britain were up a lower 4.7 per cent in the year to March 2014 with the average home worth £195,000.
All areas have seen rises in the last year, but the slowest growth was found in Northern Ireland, Scotland and the North West, with prices up 0.3, 0.8 and 3.1 per cent respectively.
London heat: Prices in the capital rose far higher than any other region in Britain
Howard Archer, economist at IHS Global Insight, said: 'Despite the recent dip in mortgage activity and the softer ONS price data for March, house prices still look more likely than not to see solid increases over the coming months.
'Housing market activity is likely to be supported by substantially improved consumer confidence, markedly rising employment, improving earnings growth and extended low mortgage interest rates.'
The ONS data found the average price of a property bought by a first-time buyer was up 10 per cent to £193,000.
The average price for properties bought by former owner-occupiers increased by 7.2 per cent in the year to hit £290,000.
Buyer type: First-time buyer numbers have surged since the Help to Buy scheme was launched
Campbell Robb, chief executive of charity Shelter, said: 'These figures are yet more proof that our housing market is reaching boiling point.
'With every rise in house prices leaving more people priced out or stuck in cramped homes, rollercoaster house prices are rapidly losing their feel-good factor.'
The figures come after policy makers expressed further their fears of an overheating housing market.
While fast-rising prices have so far failed to persuade the Bank of England to raise interest rates, the Bank officials have said they will use other tools, if needed, to cool the property market.
Governor Mark Carney has expressed concern about the return of large mortgages and suggested that the Government's flagship scheme to make home loans cheaper will be reined in within months
He expressed particular concern about mortgages of more than four and a half times a borrower's salary which were widespread before the financial crash of 2007 and now 'creeping up' again.
The Governor is thought to be worried that Help to Buy – by sending a message that houses can be bought with a deposit of as little as five per cent – might encourage other homebuyers to borrow more than they should.
This morning, Prime Minister David Cameron opened the way to cutting the £600,000 threshold for the Government's Help to Buy, but said he had been right to launch the scheme with as few restrictions as possible.
Mr Cameron insisted Help to Buy was 'not a return to irresponsible lending practices' and he did not want to see 'bubbles and booms in the property market'.
The scheme, the Prime Minister said, was meant for young people 'with a decent job' which meant they could afford a mortgage payment but did not have well-off parents who could help with a deposit.
Yesterday, data from property website Rightmove found that house sellers' asking prices surged by 8.9 per cent in the year to May, meaning the average home is now on sale at record high of £272,003.
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Audean F. Kramer 1926 - 2010 McLouth
Mass of Christian burial for Audean F. Kramer, 84, McLouth, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Tonganoxie. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery.
Mr. Kramer died Thursday, July 15, 2010, at F.W. Huston Senior Living in Winchester.
He was born May 7, 1926, in rural Easton, the son of Elmer F. and Barbara M. Wagner Kramer. He attended Hebron School through eighth grade and was a 1944 graduate of Easton Rural High School.
Mr. Kramer attended St. Mary College in Leavenworth for a year and earned a teaching certificate. He began his teaching career at the Edmond's School and at the "Old 95 Scatter Creek School." Mr. Kramer then began working construction. He worked as a building contractor from 1950 to 2005. Mr. Kramer also was a farmer and stockman in the McLouth area.
He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Tonganoxie and had formerly been a member of St. Lawrence Church in Easton. Mr. Kramer was a 50-year member of Knights of Columbus, Mooney Creek Council and was a 50-year member of Plum Grove Grange. He was a life member of the Jefferson County Historical Society, where he served as building maintenance superintendent for Old Jefferson Town for many years. Mr. Kramer was a board member of Rural Water District No. 12 and also served as Union Township clerk for many years.
He married Clara Maye Grace on April 22, 1950, in Tonganoxie. She preceded him in death on Oct. 18, 2000.
He was also preceded in death by an infant son, Morris Ray, and a daughter, Sue A. Kramer.
Survivors include five sons, Kenneth, McLouth, Kevin M. and wife Margaret, Lincoln, Neb., Kerry M. and wife Sandy, McLouth, Kelly M. and wife Sherry, Five Points, Ala., and Kris M. and wife Lisa, Lawrence; two daughters, Audeana M. Connel and husband Russel, Leavenworth, and Glenda G. Wilk and husband Ray, Topeka; a sister, Darlene Schoenfeld, Grainfield; 18 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
The family will meet friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Barnett-Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Oskaloosa, where a rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m.
The family suggests memorials to Jefferson County Historical Society, Union Township Fire Department, Sacred Heart Church or Sunflower Home Health Department, sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 416, Oskaloosa, KS, 66066.
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Why do my son's books tell him all men are useless?
Sitting on the sofa, with my four-year-old son Billy, I was reading aloud to him from a book by Anthony Browne. He's our favourite male children's author. We love reading together.
For one thing, it's about bonding. My son asks me about the world and I try to explain it to him. It's a classic moment between father and son.
This particular book is called Gorilla. It's about a girl called Hannah who is obsessed with gorillas and whose father takes no notice of her.
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There he is, the awful man, introduced on page two, sitting at the breakfast table, hiding behind his newspaper. His daughter wants to talk to him, but he's not interested. He's there, physically, at the table. But in all other respects, he's absent.
'He didn't have time for anything,' writes the author Browne. On the next page, the father says: 'Not now. I'm busy. Maybe tomorrow.'
And as I read this out to my son, he looked puzzled. 'Why?' he asked, gazing up towards me for an answer. 'I don't know,' I said.
Later, I considered my son's question in more detail. And I realised that it wasn't just some dads. It was lots of dads. Why?
Why is the dad in Zoo, another book by Browne, about a family trip to the zoo, such an idiot? Not just an idiot, but a grumpy, overweight idiot who tries to make jokes, but is never funny and, what's more, is always on the verge of ruining things for everybody else. He's a greedy slob, just like Homer Simpson. He's more childish than his children, even though he has hair sprouting from his ears.
'He's a greedy slob, just like Homer Simpson. He's more childish than his children...'
Then there's the dad in Into The Forest, another book by this author. This one's about a dad who goes missing. He is clearly a weakling. He walks out of the family home and goes to stay with his mum.
A recent academic study confirmed that men - particularly fathers - are under-represented in almost all children's books. And when they do appear, like the fathers in Gorilla and Zoo, they are often withdrawn, or obsessed with themselves, or just utterly ineffectual.
Take our favourite female author, Julia Donaldson. I started with her most famous book, The Gruffalo. The Gruffalo is male and he's also a dad.
His main characteristic is that he's an idiot. A complete fool. The butt of the book's jokes. He's outsmarted by a mouse. Actually, the mouse outsmarts various other animals, too - a fox, an owl and a snake. They're all male. But we never get to know if the mouse is male or female. The mouse is just a mouse.
Again, I thought of my son's question. Why? Why are so many male characters in books such idiots?
I don't think Julia Donaldson is a male-basher. But still, a gentle thread of male idiocy runs through her books. Two of our favourites are The Snail And The Whale and Tiddler. Both are about adventurous young creatures. The snail travels the world on the back of a whale, and is smart and resourceful at every point.
A recent academic study confirmed that men - particularly fathers - are under-represented in almost all children's books
Tiddler, a little fish, also has adventures. But this fish is a bit of a dreamer and eventually gets caught up in a trawler net. Tiddler is lucky to escape. Whereas the snail calls the shots and ends up saving the whale's life. And guess what? The snail is female. And Tiddler is, of course, a guy.
As the penny dropped, I looked at all the other books I've been reading to my son. There's The Selfish Crocodile, by Faustin Charles and Michael Terry. It's about a male crocodile who wants everything for himself, thereby ruining the lives of all the other animals in the jungle. And, then, there's Giraffes Can't Dance, in which a giraffe called Gerald tries to dance and looks like a total idiot.
And something else began to strike me as I looked at these stories - the stories I use to introduce my son to the ways of the world. Not only were they full of bad male stereotypes - deadbeat dads, absent fathers, idiots, wimps and fools - but I have been totally colluding with them. It didn't bother me at all. Until I started to think about it, it had seemed normal to me.
What are men like? Dumb. I just accepted it. For instance, in another of our favourites, Benedict Blathwayt's The Runaway Train, the driver is called Duffy. And what does he do? He gets out of the train, forgetting to put the brake on, and the train rolls off without him. A driverless train - what a powerful symbol of male inadequacy! Yet this seems quite normal. We sit on the sofa and laugh.
'Why does Duffy forget the brake?' my son asked me. Why? Stories require fall-guys.
They need some people to be malign or foolish or weak. And it just so happens that these people, in these stories, are male. It just so happens that it wouldn't seem right, to me, if these malign, foolish or weak people were female. Somehow, they have to be male. And symbols of male inadequacy are so deeply embedded in other parts of our culture. So much so, in fact, that nobody notices it any more.
'The books are full of bad male stereotypes - deadbeat dads, absent fathers, wimps and fools'
For years, I've laughed at hopeless Homer Simpson and his dangerous son Bart, and the attempts of the female characters in the family to clean up after them. For years I've accepted that Wally, in the Where's Wally? books, is, in fact, a bit of a wally. That's the point of him, surely?
And it never mattered to me that the one thing that defines Tinky Winky, the only identifiable male in the Teletubbies, is his general ineffectuality.
And it's also never bothered me that Iggle Piggle, in another children's TV programme In The Night Garden, seems like a drunk, and that most of the Mr Men are deeply inadequate.
Why had this never bothered me? Because it's all around us, everywhere we look. For years, men in our stories - not just for children, but adults, too - have been losing their authority. Not just years - decades. It's crept up on us and now it's everywhere.
Remember when movie stars were strong and decisive? That was a long time ago now: John Wayne, Gary Cooper, Errol Flynn.
Then came a new, softer type - Cary Grant and James Stewart were strong, yes, but against a background of self-doubt. And then came Jack Lemmon, Dustin Hoffman, Woody Allen, Bill Murray, Kevin Spacey - neurotic, bumbling, deeply flawed anti-heroes.
Think of Kevin Spacey in American Beauty. The deadbeat dad, smoking dope in the garage because he can't take the pressure of family life. For a long time now, something has been happening to the way we portray men.
And wherever you look, things seem to be getting worse for guys. In a survey of 1,000 TV adverts, made by writer Frederic Hayward, he points out that: '100 per cent of the jerks singled out in male-female relationships were male.'
So does this mean that there is something wrong with the way we portray men? Or - much more seriously - is there some deep trouble with men themselves? I can't bear to have that thought. Can you?
Doh: Homer Simpson is another example of a poor father figure
Yet that's certainly what our culture seems to be telling us. And it's what certain feminist writers seem to be telling us, too.
Take the American writer Susan Faludi. In her book Stiffed, she says that men have lost something essential to their self-esteem - their role as hunters and frontiersmen.
For the past 100 years or so, male qualities, she says, have been getting less and less important. These days, in our safe, modern, information-based society, we don't need the classic male qualities of brute strength and aggression. We don't need people flexing their muscles and jutting their chins out. No, what we need are female qualities, such as empathy and multi-tasking.
And this, Faludi suggests, is having a weird effect on lots of men. She writes about gangs of violent male teenagers, and sad, gung-ho sports fans, and the cult of bodybuilding. She says that men feel betrayed by modern society, that men, as a group, are facing a crisis. That men are essentially falling apart.
But is this something I should be telling my son? That men are useless and getting more useless?
When I first read Faludi's argument, part of me did not want to accept it. I even wrote an article saying she was wrong. The reason that men were being portrayed as idiots and losers, I said, was because they were strong - and they could take it.
You wouldn't mock a woman, as it would be offensive. Men could cope.
Men, as a group, were not falling apart. They were fine. Fine, I tell you!
I'm not sure if I believed this argument of mine. But it made me feel good. Anyway, I thought, men can't be falling apart. If they were, surely they would try to do something about it. Surely they would say something.
But then I read work by another American writer, Warren Farrell, who made rather a chilling point. When men feel powerless, he said, they don't talk about it. That's because they're men. For men, showing weakness is a no-no. Men have fragile egos, but they are programmed not to talk about it.
Sure, twice as many women are diagnosed with depression as men. But this is partly because lots of men won't admit to being depressed. Often, they try to deal with the situation on their own. By boozing. By brooding. By walking away. By disappearing behind the newspaper at the breakfast table.
But is this something I should be explaining to my son? That men, who hunted for millennia while women gathered, are now, slowly but surely, becoming redundant?
'For years, men in our stories - not just for children, but adults, too - have been losing their authority'
Of course, I could read him stories featuring another of his favourites - Bob The Builder. I say his favourite, and not mine, as I don't like Bob much. Bob is so essentially male he might as well be a machine, like Trevor The Tractor. Bob and Trevor have almost no personality - they are automata.
This makes me think of Simon Baron-Cohen, and his research into the difference between the male and female brain. Baron-Cohen is professor of psychology and psychiatry at the University of Cambridge.
In his book, The Essential Difference, he says: 'The female brain is predominantly hard-wired for empathy.' On the other hand, he says: 'The male brain is predominantly hard-wired for understanding and building systems.'
What does this tell us? That men, at best, are like Bob The Builder. Sometimes, like Bob, they build systems that work. Men are also programmed to take more risks than women.
Like Winnie The Pooh, they can be impulsive. Like Toad in The Wind In The Willows, they can be boorish and arrogant. Like Peter Rabbit, they are in love with taking risks. But what if men take risks that don't come off? What if they build systems that don't work? We've seen a lot of that recently.
The sad truth, I think, is that men - who, frankly, have been pretty disastrous for the world in the past century or so - have messed up. And everybody knows it. And this fact has seeped into every part of our culture.
That's why the dad in Gorilla is busy. He's busy hiding behind his newspaper. He's a guy. He doesn't know what else to do.
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