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This is a wonderful little piece for collectors of vintage home economics, kitchen design, Michigan utility history, mid-century graphics, or retro kitchen decor.
∙ Title: Working Kitchens
∙ Publisher/Organization: Home Service Department, Consumers Power Company
∙ Format: Stapled softcover booklet
∙ Language: English
∙ Genre: Vintage Home Economics, Kitchen Planning, Mid-Century Home Design
∙ Page Count: Unnumbered
∙ Measurements: 8.5 x 6 in
∙ Weight: 6 oz
∙ Era: Mid-century
∙ Material: Paper
Condition Grade Key:
∙ Near Fine: Minimal wear; clean and well preserved.
∙ Very Good: Light vintage wear; attractive and collectible.
∙ Good: Noticeable wear from age/use but complete and readable.
∙ Fair: Heavy wear, flaws, or fragility; best for display, reference, or restoration.
Consumers Power Company was the former name associated with today’s Consumers Energy, a major Michigan utility; the company later became known as Consumers Energy in 1997. This booklet’s Michigan city list and Home Service Department focus make it especially appealing for local history and domestic design collectors.
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.