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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1981
Page
6
Jimmy Lee age 10 and Timmy age 5, sons of Jim and Charlotte of Route 5 Murphysboro, collected and squashed recyclable beer cans since August 1980. They filled 23 plastic bags with discarded cans from taverns to earn a bit of spending money.
George E. B. King urges households to reduce fire risks by planning an evacuation, removing hazardous storage practices, and properly handling flammable items. Store turpentine and paint in metal cans away from heat, wrap newspapers, seal magazines, and avoid loose piles. Do not store gasoline in ordinary containers and clean spills immediately.
Safety guidance advises against hanging cloths or loose clothing near the stove and to never leave a kitchen unattended with children or cats present. Keep pot handles turned in to prevent bumps, and avoid reaching over hot pots and pans to reduce burn and grease fire risks.
This guide stresses clearing the fireplace of debris before lighting a fire and warns against choking smoke from toys burning. It covers using man made logs with labels, lighting dry logs with kindling, avoiding starter fluids, and using a screen. It also advises extinguishing the fire fully, not closing the damper prematurely, and checking wiring to prevent electrical fires.
Consumer Reports tested 26 models for speed durability and safety in lab and home use. Most cost under 235 dollars with 1400 watt units drying fastest though 1200 watt and 1000 watt models also performed well. Highest rated models GE Super Pro 6 JC Penney 1180 and Sears 1200 also priced low. A few units had hazards such as hair sucked into intake. the American Professional 1600 failed three year use tests.
Practical guidance from George E. B. on preparing escape routes and drills, immediate actions on discovering a fire, and specific responses for grease and electrical fires. Emphasizes escaping first, calling for help from a neighbor, and avoiding water on grease fires. Includes babying steps for sleeping adults and burn first aid advice.
A reader argues for keeping family names after remarriage to honor the late husband. The columnist concedes error and affirms unity over naming, sharing a veteran teacher’s view on children using remarried last names to feel secure and connected. A second letter asks for gift advice in a mismatched marriage, with the columnist recommending charitable donation.
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