Evening Republican, Volume 59, Number 107, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 May 1917 — DON’TS FOR HOUSEWIVES [ARTICLE]

DON’TS FOR HOUSEWIVES

Here is some excellent advice for housewives: Don’t use the cheapest tubing for connecting portable lamps, heaters or other appliances. The best grade is the most economical in the long run. Don’t forget to turn off your, gas iron when through using it Don’t allow dirt or rubbish to collect under your room heater or stove. Don’t hang clothing over your room heater or radiator in order to dry it. Don’t let your room heater be placed too near wooden partitions or other ‘Combustible material. Don’t forget to turn off the gas at the fixture when through with appliances which are connected with flexible tubing. Don’t let your water heater burn any longer than is necessary to heat the water needed. Don’t attempt to light an automatic Instantaneous water heater without first turning off the main gas cock. Don’t ever search for a gas leak with al lighted match or other open flame, and don’t hesitate to call up your gas company when you want advice or help.