Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 59, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 March 1912 — ALLAROUND the HOUSE [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

ALLAROUND the HOUSE

China on which is gilt decoration should not be washed in strong soap suds or water containing washing powder. In washing ordinary china the hob ter the water the more easily the pieces will dry and the brighter they will be. Leather-covered furniture can be cleaned with sweet milk applied with a piece of Boft flannel. Rub gently until dry. Dish cloths should be kept scrupulously clean by washing thoroughly in soap and water, well rinsed and hung In the air after using. __ An ordinary brick is excellent for an iron stand and if heated before using the irons will keep hot much longer than with the common iron standf^^