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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1913
Page
58
Practical old fashioned guidance covers odor removal with vinegar for cabbage smell, scrubbing instructions for kerosene odors, washing stained fabrics, removing color loss with methylated spirits, and boiling solutions to clean glass and patch floors. Includes sewing hints, fricassee prep, and general household maintenance across fabrics, furniture, floors, and kitchen tasks.
Magnesia serves as a reliable cleaner for laces and delicate fabrics. It can be bought as powder or lumps and applied by rubbing on the parts to be cleaned, then stored undisturbed for a day or 80. Afterward, the garment must be well shaken to remove all powder. otherwise dust will cling and leave spots. It is suggested for party dresses and light frocks even if only partly soiled to keep them fresh.
A lively piece on embroidery bees tracing historic stitches and social rituals. It describes invitations printed in old script, tea, monograms, and delicate table settings, plus tales of ghosts woven into finished pieces and the social value of needlework gatherings. It also offers tips on baby hair care and fabric care including mildew removal.
A compact guide outlines several salad preparations. It covers a leek tomato lettuce assembly with oil and vinegar, a Chop style Chiffondé style dressing with egg paprika mustard chives oil and vinegar, and a Dandelion Contoise with bacon, vinegar and heated bacon fat drizzled over the greens.
The text advises on cleaning and preserving kitchen floors, warning against wax or varnish as slippery and wasteful. Clean and smooth the wood, fill cracks on close grained wood, rub with crude oil or specific hardening preparations, and avoid wax. For stains, apply a milk and starch paste for one or two days, brushing away after drying.
Practical tips on hair luster using Q application and night care, plus warnings against eye drops and drug use. Discusses indigestion and liver issues as causes of dull eyes, and promotes healthy diet and outdoor exercise. Includes mouth hygiene with oxygen and a colonial morning dew lotion for chapped skin.
The guide explains selecting a continuous smooth quill free of marks, choosing a black ostrich plume with the preferred redipped finish, and noting that worn or scorched plumes may need redipping. It warns that light colored plumes may have poor wear history and require extra care.
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