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Show "II AROUND 0?THE HOUSE USftV- 1 Keeping Meat Fresh. Vinegar rubbed over raw meat will keep it fresh. Kustproofing Tinware. Tinware will never rust when put in water if, when it is new, it is well rubbed with lard and thoroughly heated in the oven. Use Underripe Fruit. When making jellies do not forget to use fruits and berries underripe rather rath-er than overripe, for better consistency con-sistency nd flavor. For Mildew Stains. To remove light mildew stains, soak the stained article for two days in sour milk or buttermilk. Then rinse it in cold water and wash it in warm water and soap suds. Treating Tile Floors. Abrasives or bleaches have a tendency to roughen the surface of a tiled floor to the point where it becomes dirty sooner. For glazed tile on floors, use plain soap and water. Unglazed tile may be waxed and polished. To Brighten Aluminum. To keep aluminum bright rub it with any of the acid fruit juices such as lemon or rhubarb, or let it stand in a rather strong solution for one-half hour. |