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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1915
Page
8
The article explains methods to extend broom life. Soak new brooms in strong hot salt water to toughen bristles. Reuse worn brooms by cutting straws, adding felt for polishing, and using as wall and ceiling brushes. Trim ends even, bathe in warm suds, rinse, and air dry with handles supported.
During the reign of Charles I, nearly all English people wore boots and spurs, regardless of whether they rode horses. The comment highlights widespread attire and social norms of the era.
A fragmented reflection questions a person’s role and identity, contrasting maturity with forgetfulness. It explores inner perception, memory, and how one sees themselves amid others.
Housework tip explains daily silver care to save time on cleaning. Wash promptly after use with hot water ammonia and soap to form a lather, rinse, and dry while warm. Drying prevents water marks. rub with chamois for brilliance and keep forks separate. Use clean towels and lather. polish with whitener and ammonia paste for stained areas.
The article describes prewashing colored fabrics to set colors. It notes shrink and set colors before making up garments. Green and lavender fabrics resist fading with cold water and vinegar, while pinks and blues can be fixed with salted water or turpentine additions. Colored silk stockings follow the same rules.
Instructions advise rubbing a dry tub with crumpled newspaper to remove grease soap and water marks quickly. No scouring needed on smooth tubs though thorough drying is essential for best results.
The article advises budget friendly window coverings using nets and scrims instead of expensive lace. It explains correct curtain placement near the sash, length to sill or floor, and emphasizes light control. It discusses thin glass curtains for privacy and light, long side drapes to harmonize with interiors, and tips for valances and fabric choices. It encourages amateur home decor effort.
Indoor gardening hints explain growing a soil free garden by germinating grass seed in a moist old sponge kept in darkness then moved to a light warm room. Turn sponge daily to ensure even illumination and soon a mass of greenery appears, brightening a dull winter day.
Elias E. Hadley petitions Jefferson County Nebraska District Court to partition Lot 14 Block 6 First Addition to Diller. He claims Uriah Hadley died intestate January 28 1899 and probate owes one ninth interests to Elias and to each child, with grandchildren collectively owning the remainder. asks sale if partition not possible and distribution of proceeds. notice requires answer by March.
A wartime tale describes Mao Len as a maiden who dressed as a man and led imperial forces to victory, portraying a legendary female figure in Chinese history.
Government to open irrigated Lateral A lands from the Shoshone Project near Powell Wyoming for entry by settlers in April. 465 local farmers exist in the area with 15 of 51 choice farms remaining. Perpetual water right priced at 52 dollars with 20 years to pay. Settled lands nearby sell for 90 to 100 dollars an acre. Act quickly to secure a filing date.
The article explains dividing a bureau drawer into compartments using a pasteboard box to organize stockings. It describes sizing the box, partitions at intervals, and covering the exterior with cretonne and the interior with silk to keep each pair separate and easy to select.
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