Shaker Huntboard ---> Question & Suggestions

[joseph j shields]

I’m building a Shaker huntboard for my church auction. (See pic below)
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http://www.danarobes.com/retired%20pieces/mini.htm

I’ve built the carcass and top out of cherry. I have some nice curly maple veneer for the drawer fronts.
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But now I have questions about the drawers:
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#1. All the books say you should apply veneer to both sides of the board so they don’t warp. Do I really need to veneer the back side of the drawer fronts (I’m using ¾” maple for the front)??? (I don’t think it would look good)
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#2. I’m going to use half blind dovetails for the drawers and of course using contrasting woods really looks greats. What wood should I use for the draw sides if I’m using maple for the drawer fronts?
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Any suggestions???
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Thanks!
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-jj