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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1972
Page
5
The piece warns that drowning ranks third among accidental deaths with July as the peak month. It notes drownings rose from about 6,500 in 1960 to 7,300 in 1971, with youths under 25 most affected and weekends most dangerous. It urges swimming lessons, supervision, safety checks, and offers a wallet-size guide from Metropolitan Life.
The article explains that synthetic and natural sponges last longer than expected and should be cleaned instead of discarded. Natural sponges cost more but offer greater wear and suit heavy cleaning, while synthetic sponges work for sinks and furniture. Wash synthetic sponges with laundry after use. soak natural sponges in warm soapy water then rinse. Chlorine bleach shortens both sponges life. if stains appear on a new sponge, treat with a mild chlorine bleach rinse and thorough rinse.
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