Careful shopping for step stools amid home accident risks
Recent National Safety Council data show 12 700 of 28 500 home accidents stem from falls. BeautyWare lists safety musts for buyers including sturdy fixed steps, minimum 10 by 13 inch size, skid proof rungs, and options like back support and foldability.
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How to Anchor a Sheet with Elastic Corners
Reader shares a simple method to keep bottom sheets from pulling out: insert quarter inch elastic across the hem ends, sew at each end, and use safety pins to secure. The tip promises easy bed making and longer sheet life with reversible wear and no constant tugging.
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Nebraska Insight: Origin of State Name Tied to Otoe Phrase
The text explains Nebraska derives from an Otoe word Ne-brath-ka meaning shallow water and refers to the Platte River. It notes the phrase used in naming and describes a kitchen scene where a state can be imagined as an extra chair.
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Watercolors Exhibit Call for Artists in Alabama
Watercolor Society of Alabama invites all watercolor artists to enter a juried exhibit beginning November 1 with prizes. Entry fee is 2 dollars per submission. Submit entry cards and works by October 24 to Virginia Barnes secretary Alabama College Montevallo for prospectus.
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Watercolor Society of Alabama
Virginia Barnes
Watericolor Society of Alabama
Alabama College
Montevallo
Arnel striped blouse with box pleated wool skirt set
Readable text describes a long sleeved striped blouse in aqua or aqua white stripes paired with an all wool box pleated skirt in aqua or yellow. Available sizes include petite 3 to 9 and average 5 to 13.
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