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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1962
Page
18
Heloise shares thrift tips to turn worn slips into half slips camisoles and two garments from one. The method uses pinking shears dyes and simple hemming to save money and adapt to shorter dresses. Bonnie Chance adds a DIY silverfish trap using flour tape and a glass container.
A reader advocates plain rubbing alcohol to remove tobacco stains from a pipe kept in a shirt pocket. The text also suggests using steam from a warm towel to shrink stretched suit fabric and mentions ironing with a boarding method, reflecting home care tips.
A collage of quick home hacks and reader tips. Suggestions include using suspenders as crib fasteners, wallpapering records, ink removal from carpets with dry salt and milk, furniture glue ease with oil, and laundry line drying for knots. Readers urged to send more hints to Eloise.
A note from a mother suggests giving inexpensive plastic kitchen gadgets to children who cannot afford toys. The idea emphasizes affordable play items for young kids and expresses concern for families with limited means.
The North Carolina Federation of Music Clubs announces the sixth annual composers contest for resident NC composers in preparation for Music Day on December 4 during Culture Week in Raleigh. Two contest groups recognize published and professional musicians and nonpublished amateurs.
The page blends decorating guidance with reader questions on color schemes for living rooms and bedrooms. It offers rules on using color and accessories, plus a letter from readers about pastels and brights. A music contest notice, then airport seagull control and a crowded court tale follow.
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