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Show rage SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 1951 THE JOURNAL 10 WOMAN'S WORLD Something for Show Art of Stain Removal Helps the Budget tVE By Ertta Haley wasted more money on staining clothing, and not knowing how to remove it, than Ive spent on clothes many a season, is a remark often heard. A single spot on a dress, coat or suit, in a prominent place can virtually make it Impossible to wear for the occasions for which it was Intended. If this spotting and staining affects several garments, one can readily see how its possible to lose as much as one would ordinarily spend for one seasons clothes. Simple methods are effective In spot and stain removal, especially If prompt action follows the accident. It would be well worthwhile to memorize the methods used for some of the common stains, Just in case you cant find the information when you want it or when youre away from home. Correct treatment for different types of stains is important information, as the wrong material used on the stain might set rather than remove it. Methods that are safe for some fabrics may ruin others, so its wise always to test in an inconspicuous place to see whether the particular dress or suit or coat can take Use a the treatment prescribed. hem or a seam of the outfit, or better still, if you have made the garment, test the prescribed solution on a patch of material. Always check garments for stains before pressing them; a hot iron run over the material plus the stain may De-Wrin- Ties kle If any womans husband is careless with his ties, she can them like this: easily Roll the just worn tie as shown de-wrin- and let it stand overnight. This will erase creases and put smooth spring back into the bias cut fabric. Ilang the ties in the morning and youll find them a cusfresh and wrinkle-fretom pressing job done with a turn of the wrist. e, French chalk, fullers earth, talcum, cornmeal and cornstarch can be used for fresh grease stains as they absorb it effectively. They are safe on all materials. Lay the stained cloth on a table and shake powder over stain. As soon as the powder becomes sticky or discolored, shake or brush it off and apply brush off. Heres How to Use Common cleaning Agents If you cannot identify a stain but it appears to be greasy, use carbon tetrachloride. If the stain is not greasy, use cold water, sponging it lightly. If water does not remove the stain, let the material dry and then try carbon tetrachloride or an absorbent powder. When neither of these work, send the garment to the cleaners. Non-washab- le materials should not be subject to experimentation at home when the stain cannot be identified. y For stains, the most common solvent is water. ' For greasy stains, the most common solvents include carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, benzene, turpentine and acetone. All except carbon tetrachloride and acetone are explosive andor inflammable and should not be used near fire or flame of any kind. To use these solvents, place a pad of clean cloth under the material, with the stain part toward the cloth so you dont have to make the cleaner penetrate the material. Dampen a clean, soft cloth with solvent and sponge with a light, brushing motion. Do not rub. Spread moisture unevenly around stain to keep a ring from forming. Work quickly and lightly. Change pad as it becomes soiled. Dry quickly: If necessary, repeat process rather than leaving solvent on for a longer period of time. non-greas- Pepsin Softens Stains Which Contain Albumin Such stains as eggs, milk, ice cream, gelatin and blood can be very stubborn when it comes to removal, but if they are softened they will frequently come out. Pepsin, one of the best known of the enzymes, will soften them, even though they have been set by heat. Before trying pepsin, make certain there is no soap or other alkali on the stain, as the enzyme cannot do its work in that presence. Dampen the stain with warm water and sprinkle with pepsin powder. Let stand for half an hour, keeping the spot damp all that time. If desired, the pepsin may be mixed with water, using 2 teaspoons of the powder to one pint of lukewarm water. Sponge stain with it, then sponge or rinse with water. Heres Useful Information Pattern Envelope No. 2845 contains re- e crocheting instructions, material quirements, stitch illustrations and finishing directions. com-plet- The Anne Cabot Ideas for knitting, And there ing printer inside the is brimful of ALBUM crocheting, embroiderare four gift patterns 25 cents book. d today. NEEDLEWORK CIRCLE 8EWINC. 37 Wot Adams St., Chicago 20c in coin Add 5c for 1st Enclose 6, III. for each Class Mail if pat-ter- n. desired. Pattern No Name (Flease Print) Steam can be prevented from gathering on windows if, after clean, you rub theyre perfectlyfilm of glycerine. them with a thin seems effect the whenever Repeat to be wearing off. To prevent frost from collecting on windows, rub alcohol or salt on the outside of the glass and then polish with newspaper or a dry cloth. The Smithsonian Institution ir, Washington was established under the terms of the will of an Englishman, James Smithson. Ohio has 276 braries, a state library tax-support- It is best for amafeur tree li- ed system planters to use trees no larger and many college libraries, with For Special Stains than 8 to 12 feet tall and l1 to bookmobiles serving rural areas. Covert cloth and gabardine, as 2Vz inches in diameter at one well as other materials with hard foot from the ground. finishes, when stained, will rarely yield to home treatment. The cleaner may be able to help you if you Multiflora rose plantings should can give him information on the be protected from fire, since more if necessary. type of stain the fabric contains. burning will destroy top growth Crisp rayon fabrics such as taf- and impair the barrier effect for If the stain still shows after several tries, place stained part be- feta and moire frequently carry one or two years. tween two pieces of blotting paper spots from water and should be and apply a warm iron for several treated with care. minutes. Some stains which have dried are When desired, any of the absorbent powders may be mixed to a paste with carbon tetrachloride or the other grease solvents and then applied to the stain. Let dry and well render it impossible to remove. If you remove stains when theyre made, you have an added advantage in knowing what they are. If you dont know the type of stain, the job of removing it is more difficult, as you must try to identify the type for most effective removal. above for any length of time up to an hour. Soapy water rather than clear water may be used for this. Rinse thoroughly. Grass, beverage, mud, scorch and perfume stains may be removed with sodium perborate if you mix 1 level teaspoon of the perborate with one pint of hydrogen peroxide. Rinse thoroughly in water. Stains on white woolens are usually effectively removed with perborate, and its nice, too, because it leaves the wool soft and fluffy. Almost Real linen or TURN EVERYDAY hankies into something for show with these colorful pansy, sweet pea, Irish rose and daisy corners crocheted in shaded tatting cotton. They look almost real. Use Bleaches Carefully To Save Colors Javelle water and other chlorine bleaches, hydrogen peroxide, sodium hydrosulphite and sodium perborate are all effective in stain removal, but must be used cautiously to prevent removing color. Heres the best way to use all except sodium perborate: stretch the stained portion over a bowl and apply the bleach with medicine drop--pe- r. Let stand for one minute, then rinse thoroughly with water, pouring it over the material while still on the bowl. A few drops of vinegar will stop the action of Javelle water and other Housework difficult to locate until they have been pressed with an iron, and this may well make them impossible to remove. To find stains, hold the garment to light. If it still remains invisible, sponge with water. The stained area may become darker than the rest of the material, so you can treat it readily before heat is applied. Perspiration stains cause much damage in clothing, and should be prevented with proper underarm padding whenever possible. Once the damage is done, treatment may be of some good. Body perspiration is usually acid and should be treated with an alkali. Dampen the perspiration stain with water and hold over an open bottle of ammonia, letting the fumes do the work. If perspiration stains are old, they may well be alkaline, in which case sponge the stain with vinegar and rinse well with water. When kidney function slows down, many folks complain of nagging backache, loaa of pep and energy, headaches and dizziness. Don't suffer longer with these discomforts If reduced kidney function is getting you down due to such common causes as stress or exposure to and strain, cold. Minor bladder irritations due to cold, dampness or wrong diet may cause getting ap nights or frequent passages. Dont neglect your kidneys if these conditions bother you. Try Doans Pills a mild diuretic. 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To be truly seasonal, they may be in white, an excellent spark for -- prompt action may save the garment. that dark dress. chlorine bleaches. Rinse in clean Wear a light colored duster over a sheath dress if you want to be water after application. and smart as possible. To use sodium perborate, which fashion-wis- e cloche Crocheted hats go nicely with is for all types of fabrics, work colored dusters, and gloves quickly as it may remove color very light if are proper theyre white cotton. readily. This bleach will remove some stubborn stains, such as some Frosted organdie which weighs alrust Dissolve and iron most as little as its possible to inks, dyes. 4 tablespoons of sodium perborate weigh is first choice among the teenin one pint of lukewarm water; age set. Smart styles include a high neck with a tiny collar, no sleeves, sponge material. 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