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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
2
Salt serves as a medical aid and home remedy in the text. It is used to cleanse the palate, gargle, harden gums and whiten teeth, freshen breath, preserve cut flowers, treat weak ankles, and soothe certain allergies. It is also recommended for hair care and as part of a fire precaution by mixing with nitrates and other fluids.
Instructions describe a paste of soap jelly and powdered unstacked lime to treat ink stains on marble. After weeks, scour with unslacked lime soft soap hot water and a brush. For older stains mix soapsuds ox gall and turpentine with pipeclay or fuller's earth into a stiff paste apply brush and wait two to three days. repeat if needed.
The article explains that ink can be removed by applying spirits of salts diluted with water and washed off shortly after. It notes acids like oxalic, citric, or tartaric will work without harming the print. Grease spots are lifted by dusting pipeclay on both sides and applying a hot iron without scorching.
Use two bowls two bowls one warm soapy water and one cold rinse. Wash cups and saucers in warm water rinse in cold water then drain on a board. Dry with a soft linen cloth to polish.
The article explains washing swodens in warm suds with no rubbing. Rinse in uniform temperature water and avoid chilling by hanging in even air. Drying should be done by dripping and folding the flannels. ironing is best avoided.
Instructions describe hemming fabrics by starting one inch from the edge, sewing toward the end, turning and folding back to the opposite edge, and sewing back an inch before finishing. This method is said to greatly strengthen hems and prevent unraveling.
A tip notes that raw rice cleans and polishes the inside of vases jars and narrow bottles better than shot. Add water and rice to the bottle and shake well, especially effective for cut glass vases as it polishes while cleaning.
A short food snippet favors cold boiled ham that is not fully cooked for certain preparations, noting it is preferred for this method or for broiling. The text then mentions dipping the ham.
The text describes coating slices in dissolved butter or oil, dusting with curry powder, and broiling over moderate heat while turning. It advises collecting every piece of beeswax and, after work, rubbing wax on the stove top to melt with heat.
A spot on polished wood from a heated dish can disappear by pouring a mixture of salt and salad oil on it and letting it remain for about an hour, then rubbing off with a cloth.
A letter from F W Devoe Co claims Devoe paint goes farther than any average paint in a two-house test where one uses twice as much of the other. The note asserts Devoe far exceeds Joyoe and all competitors, with other brands ranging from short to middling. McDowell is noted as the local dealer.
Public sales announced across several Dalton and Orrville addresses. Items include household goods, furniture, kitchenware, farming equipment, livestock, and tools with sale times starting at 12:30 or 1:00 pm. Auctions list executors or auctioneers such as Levi Heibner and Will Kling with terms to be announced or noted as six months credit on small sums.
J F Budd as administrator will offer at public sale on March 28 1908 at 19 o clock in Dalton Ohio property in Sugar Creek Wayne County Ohio. Two parcels of land totaling about four and one eight hundredths acres with legal high ways. Terms include one third cash and balance in one to two years secured by mortgage. Appraised at 1250 dollars. February 29 1908. J F Budd administrator. C W Horn attorney.
An ad promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a health tonic claimed to cure headache biliousness constipation and malaria. The promotion promises a cheerful refund at White's Drug Store if customers are disappointed.
One way fares to California and North Pacific coast points offered by the W L E R R from March 1 to April 30. For exact rates and details contact local agents or write R E Kelley A G P A 320 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh Pa.
Petition will be presented to the Commissioners of Wayne County Ohio at their April 13 1908 session praying to narrow the State road from Dalton to the Stark line between the east boundary of Mrs Florence McGill land on the south side and the west boundary line of Medel Henry M Kuay land. Dated March 9 1908.
State Warden Jake Moore of Georgia endorses Kodol for dyspepsia. He reports a drastic weight gain and improved health after eighteen months of severe digestion failure, noting a one day improvement after trying the product. Letter dated August 10, 1904 from Atlanta. Sold by A. J. White.
On June 30 1906 the total single track railway mileage in the United States stood at 224 363 17 miles, an increase of 6 262 13 miles over the previous year end.
Mr SG Williams of Powderly Texas reports long suffering from kidney and bladder issues. After trying numerous remedies he used Pineules for 30 days, felt better, and was promised a refund if not satisfied. Sold by W O Haney. Industry ad style testimonial.
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