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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1949
Page
7
A damaged OCR fragment notes the Ives family facing difficulties and receiving help for Christmas. Hank Boiler brings them a wild turkey and Segal bird while tensions arise with Hig Halleck and Mrs. Ives.
Andy, Kate, and Granny ride out days of heavy rain as Mr. Eliot warns of rising waters and plans for a boat. Neighbors discuss refuge options while preparations begin for clearing and drainage on the flood-prone swamp land.
A severe storm lashes a home as lightning lights the sky and gusts tear at the structure. Water seeps through walls and a stovepipe is ripped from the roof, with a breakfast cooked by the fire as dawn nears. Hope worries about becoming airborne.
Question on drying plaster and Keene's cement in a bathroom for quick painting. Answer says portable stoves help a little, oil paint should not be used before two months, three to six months unnecessary. Resin-base water-emulsion paint can be used for short-term covering, not ideal for bathrooms or kitchens, then two coats enamel undercoater and a finish enamel coat.
A simple do it yourself wall shelf pattern describes easy steps for cutting and assembling parts. No special tools or skill needed, and the design promises practical storage for dining room kitchen or living room. The pattern notes wood requirements and exact assembly details from pattern MM Fisasantville NY.
The text advises using oil for furnishing polish on rugs and soaking small throw rugs in spirits of ammonia then washing with hot water and soap before buffing dry. It also warns not to shake varnish and to lay contents gently with a clean stick to avoid surface bubbles.
Advice on wax types and application includes sending extra coat, buffing thoroughly, and washing tiles with soap and hot water for best shine and residue removal.
To brighten a worn rug dust with salt spread evenly cover the surface and let it stand for one or two hours. Then vacuum thoroughly to lift embedded dirt and restore color. The rinse or soap step is not required. The method relies on salt’s abrasive and cleansing action.
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