Different waxing methods for protecting valuable furniture
The article outlines dusting methods and wax care for valuable furniture. It covers vacuum dusting, treated dust cloths, and light wax application to collect dust, plus steps to clean soiled surfaces using turpentine mixtures, mild soap, and linseed oil. It also describes waxing techniques, paste and liquid wax use, and precautions to avoid damage.
Labeling laws for alcohol face long enforcement delay
Washington reports the fight over 1938 labeling mandates for beer wine and liquor. Congress debates whether FDA or BATF should enforce ingredient listing while consumer advocate Michael Jacobson presses for action and the public gains from ongoing regulatory debate.
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Washington
UPI
Congress
Michael Jacobson
BATF
FDA
Jacobson
House Consumer Subcommittee
Sam D. Fine
Free Paper Bags Cost Money Says Consumer Expert
Dr William Willier of Boston College Law School says U S retail paper use costs consumers billions yearly as shoppers face double bags and waste. Industry groups from NRMA to NAVS push cost cutting while supermarkets may charge for sacks, urging smarter wrapping and reuse.
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U.S
William Willier
Boston College Law School
New York City
National Retail Merchants Association
NRMA
Boston
Jordan Marsh Company
New England
Lee Slayton
Slayton
Chicago
National Association of Variety Stores
NAVS
Marvin Smith
NAWS
U.S. Commerce Department
Paul Cifrino
Association of Massachusetts Grocers
Citrino
IFYE Traveler to Speak on Turkey March 8-10
AVM Youth Ext. Agent William C. Snow notes the 4-H International 4-H Youth Exchange program invites a Vermont IFYE traveler to speak on Turkey. The talk highlights living with foreign families and the broader scope of the Extension 4-H Youth Program.
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Ifye
Turkey
William C. Snow
Vermont
Patrice Miller
Morrisville
Patrice
Bennington County
United States
Bennington County Extension Service
Extension Service
State 4H Foundation
National 4-H Foundation
Electric water heaters need periodic checks
Burlington warns about poorly adjusted automatic livestock waterers wasting energy and endangering animals. Proper Temperature, insulation, wiring, and grounding are essential to prevent electric shocks and freezing. Wells advises a thermostat range of three to five degrees and frequent checks with a thermometer, plus a daily water temperature check for safe livestock supply.
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Burlington
Grant Wells
Extension Agricultural
University of Vermont
Wells
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