Handy Household Hints From Old Silk Stocking To Pots And Pans
Old silk stocking thread can mend runners in hose and is stronger than darning thread. Create flower pots from buckets or cans and decorate with magazine images then shellac. Sew a small button on the under side to protect coat buttons. Use toilet tissue to briskly lift silk crepe stains. Shake Turkish towels before drying to remove wrinkles. Fry fish skin side up to brown before turning. Pat the kitchen table on casters to roll it. Add a touch of lemon rind when dried for flavor. Clean oil mops in hot water with washing powder and ammonia. Use marshmallows as toppers if no candleholders are available for the birthday cake.
Postwar U S to Welcome Amazing New Age of Comforts
Industrial experts forecast a peace time era where homes rise in eight hours, fuel-efficient cars travel long distances, and farm and travel gadgets transform daily life. Aviation advances, once weapons, promise faster civilian travel and massive transport planes when peace arrives.
Postwar Vision of Travel and Homes Unveiled
The piece envisions a future where air leviathans and flying freight trains make continents reachable in days. It details Jeep-like machines for farms, all aluminum destroyers, light sea craft, and prefab homes by Bel Geddes Teague and Hamby that cut costs and boost mobility for ordinary Americans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New Health Heights for U S Citizens After War
The article notes postwar health gains from nutrition education and a cure for silicosis from aluminum dust coating silica. It outlines benefits of better eating knowledge and questions how postwar economics will let American families enjoy this healthier lifestyle and new standards of living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Pattern details for Barbera Bell No. 1607-3 sewing set
Instructions describe three pieces including bolero and panties for 38-inch fabric. Pattern notes show yardage estimates with percentages and dp 36- of 38-inch material. Readers are invited to send orders to the specified address.
Practical dress pattern turns princess frock into play outfit
A small outfit for little girls features a sleeveless backless play dress with a waist length jacket that adds short sleeves and a square neck. The design Teases sun tan, comfort for hours, and versatile wear for back-yard play and beach life. Pattern No. 1607-B provides the instructions.
Discovery Links Flies to Infantile Paralysis Virus
Yale researchers Dr. John L. Paul and Dr. James D. Trask report that common house flies carry the virus of infantile paralysis. They state Swen itis cripples 10,000 people and kills 500 to 1,000 annually, affecting the intestinal tract and spinal cord and potentially spreading from sewage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Paul
James D. Trask
Yale University Medical School
Paine Quote on Courage and Principle in Adversity
A quotation praises a steadfast heart that smiles in trouble and grows brave through reflection. It contrasts firm conscience with fragile minds and champions unwavering pursuit of principles unto death.
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Thomas Paine
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de. Scholl
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Buenos Aires
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Mr. Martin
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C. R. Smith
American Airlines
Ocean
Europe
America
United States Department of Agriculture
Willys-Overland Motors, Inc
Jeep
Auburn
Ala
Toledo
Ohio
Far East
Army
Fort Benning
Joseph W. Frazer
Willys- Overland Company
Norman Bel Geddes
Bel Geddes
Walter Darwin Teague
Teague
William Hamby
Hamby
Glenn L. ‘Martin Company
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
West Wacker Dr
Chicago
Paettera No
Neel Mie
Umi
Wee
Housewives
Dart Oti
Ovem
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