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Show HUOUSEHOLDi To prevent ink-written addresses on packages from becoming smeared smear-ed by rain or snow rub it several times with the stump of a white candle. A few drops of glycerine or a pinch of borax added to wash water will keep woolen garments from, turning stiff and hard after they dry. Colored felt hats can be brightened brighten-ed up by rubbing them with a piece of stale rye bread. Don't try this on White ones. Moisten the string" you use to tie up a package. It will shrink and tighten up the knots as it dries. One or two pans of cold water i placed in an overheated oven will cool it quickly. Before scaling a fish rub vinegar over it. Scales will then come off easily. |