Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 306, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 29 December 1911 — Tortoise Shell Combs. [ARTICLE]

Tortoise Shell Combs.

Coiffure fashions are cansing women to bring forth old shell combs and pins that have been laid away for years. While these may she good In line they are apt to be dull and of cloudy appearance. . If very bad they should be sent to a jeweler or manufacturer of shell goods for repolishing. To brighten at home nib with sweet oil, wipe dry, cover with whiting or a good silver powder and polish with a chamois. To keep shell in good condition wash it frequently .with tepid water, then polish with a little olive oil on a piece of flannel or chamois. As shell is brittle, it'should be carefully handled, especially not subjected to sadden changes of temperature. When not sure If your shell is real, do not put it too near a flame, as it mair be celluloid and explode.