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Show HUOUSEHOLD Don't put furniture near hot radiators; don't put it near open windows; and don't let your house get too dry. The National Bureau of Standards Stand-ards does not recommend the use of oil paints on concrete, but says that if the concrete is thoroughly dry and remains dry, house paints can be used. Kerosene will soften shoes and boors that have been hardened by water, and will render them pliable. pli-able. In lieu of anything better, cigarette cig-arette ashes make a good silver polish. Cook rice quickly in a quantity of salted boiling water and pour it into a colander. The grains will be tender and whole. But be sure to save the water, to starch any delicate-texture wash goods. , ... Lt, Mice have a great dislike of pep- J permint. A little oil of peppermint placed round their haunts will soon drive the pests away. |