Attacking Household Ants with Bait and Prevention
A historic guide urges strong measures against invading ants in homes. It explains ants live in colonies, how workers recruit others, and that eliminating the queen via arsenic and honey bait is essential. It recommends Tartaremette honey mix and strict sanitation to prevent future infestations.
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Caution Urges Cold Storage For Egg Milk Pastry Dishes
US Department of Agriculture bacteriologists warn that dishes containing egg milk meat gelatin poultry or custards and creamfilled cakes and pastries must be kept cold in summer to prevent spoilage.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Modern Furniture Trends Favor Casual Living and Curved Lines
Designers address the shift toward flatormodity and casual living with lighter, multi purpose pieces. Double purpose storage friendly tables and cabinets replace heavy dining tables as space and servant shortages reshape rooms. Earth tones and textured fabrics replace bold patterns while traditional and modern styles blend to fit small homes.
What’s On Your Mind Elizabeth Woodward Gift Question
A reader asks about giving a birthday present to her boyfriend. The columnist says boys need not expect gifts but a small remembrance is fine. Suggest a modest keepsake like initials handkerchiefs, a book, or a leather frame. Offer timing ideas for presenting the gift when they meet.
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Mats
How to mend a rift after a dance date misunderstanding
Dear Miss Woodward offers calm dating advice to a reader who worries a boy is angry after she danced with another boy. The counselor warns against assuming blame, suggests avoiding guilt, and recommends inviting him to a casual gathering to clear the air, implying the issue may be overblown by imagination.
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Miss Woodward
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Hot Water Tips From Gas Industry Study
A gas industry study suggests hotter water saves cleaning effort for women. The report notes setting domestic heaters to very high temperatures can improve mopping efficiency, with examples like aiming for 180 degrees Fahrenheit to finish large cleaning tasks quickly.
Needlework patterns and modern child guidance insights
An old-page ad promotes pattern transfers and a large needlework book while a separate essay emphasizes the value of early successes and quiet self confidence for children. It argues competition requires preparation and that overcoming small daily problems builds optimism and resilience. It urges parental and teacher support to prevent early failure.
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Troy Record
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Baking Hint for coffee cake texture in slow ovens
A baking tip notes that in a slow oven a coffee cake can become halang and dense. The sour oven thermostat should be adjusted to the exact degree of heat needed to overcome this baking problem.
Within Reach of Nul Compli es for Hand and Nail Care
Fragmentary text describes products or items in the Hadert area offering hand and nail care within reach. The legible words mention Broren and excellent ut ema but the full meaning is unclear. Minor product phrasing suggests a promotional or catalog snippet.
Occasional Pieces Add Charm To A Living Room
Decorative furniture ideas show how occasional pieces like sectional bookcases tables desks and chests can create warmth and convenience. The piece highlights versatile uses for storage display and entertaining with a mix of wall shelves plant stands and curio cabinets to enhance gracious living.
Kitchen Color Accent for Enamel Utensils
Colorful enamel utensils brighten kitchens with sparkling white bodies and distinctive black or red trim. Displayed on walls near the range or refrigerator, they stay within easy reach for food preparation and tea.
Overskirt Vogue Dominates Fall Fashion Line
Fashion notes from Paris show overskirt trends from summer carry into fall. Designers display jagged necks, low backs, wide shoulders, and delicate waistlines with bold colors and lace, while skirts stay full and hems midcast for town and resort wear.
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