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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1975
Page
6
A reader tip suggests sprinkling table salt in a pan after cooking to soften crusted residue. Add water to cover the crust and let soak. wash away easily later. If immediate cleanup is needed, boil the salt water for two to three minutes before washing. Editor invites more money saving ideas.
K H Carbondale promotes a log roller project to collect old newspapers and produce newspaper logs. He argues the initiative would recycle waste, fund itself with gradual selling price, and provide a useful community resource by transforming old papers into logs.
The article suggests practical household hacks for frugal living. It recommends bringing your own bag for leftovers, using a seven to one ammonia solution as a versatile cleaner for windows appliances and painted surfaces, repurposing empty spray bottles, and reusing Styrofoam ice chests as toy boxes for children.
Amos E. Neyhart of the American Automobile Association states that USAC tests show chains and radial tires are compatible with no sidewall or tread gouging after 150 miles at 35 mph on dry pavement. Proper fit and moderate speeds are advised to avoid damage to any tire or traction device.
Debra Lyerla daughter of Mr and Mrs Shelby Lyerla of Creal Springs to wed Rick Camden son of Mr and Mrs Cletus Camden of Creal Springs. The ceremony is scheduled for 7 p m on December 26 at the Assembly of God Church.
By Andy Lang this traditional one story house shows an authentic Early American touch with dentil cornice and forward garage. The design R-148 includes a covered portico foyer rear living area kitchen flow to family room and patio with flexible lower level options and multiple bedrooms and baths.
A homemaking vignette describes a family living near elaborate holiday displays. The narrator calls a neighbor a fire freak due to extreme caution around flames and decorations. The piece ends with the family drafting a list of Christmas no-nos for visitors.
Erma Bombeck jokes about holiday habits and home life. A child asks how to persuade a neighbor to keep a porch light on, and the answer trails into a punchline about fire department readability of house numbers. The vignette mocks overly cautious modern decor and safety rituals.
A four pound roasting chicken costs more than a four pound broiler fryer but provides more meat, making the roasting chicken potentially a better buy.
Linda J. Cox and James D. Maxendon announce their engagement. Cox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Cox of Murphysboro, is a John A. Logan College freshman and Sears salesperson in Carbondale. Maxendon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Maxendon of Murphysboro, is a 1973 Murphysboro High School graduate employed by Cox Mobile Homes. The couple plans a March 13, 1976 wedding.
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