Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 192, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 23 August 1918 — Conservation of Wool, Linen and Even Cotton, Is a Prime Necessity [ARTICLE]

Conservation of Wool, Linen and Even Cotton, Is a Prime Necessity

, Instructor in Domeitie Ait

By MISS EMMA FECHT.

Kumm State Agricultural College

> Conservation of wool, linen, and even cotton, is a prime necessity since so much of these materials is used by the government in equipment of the United States armed forces. Conservation of these materials lies in using that which is already on hand. Nearly all homes are abundantly supplied with old clothing which is out of date. This can be remodeled. Good care should be given to all clothing, including careful cleaning, pressing and* storing. Women should learn the true value of good silk, and insist on buying only good silk. This will create a demand for pure silk. Make it the practical, fashionable fabric and the government will have the other much-needed materials for its own use.