Jasper County Democrat, Volume 19, Number 72, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 December 1916 — Worth Knowing [ARTICLE]

Worth Knowing

China Cement —Make a thick solution of gum arabic by dissolving two tablespoonfuls of it in hot water. Into this stir plaster of paris until the mixture is the consistency of gruel. Apply to the edge of the china with a lino brush. Allow the china to stand three days before using. Sewing Hint.—When stitching pockets on aprons, skirts, etc., you will find that they will not rip off as easily if the stitching is begun about half an inch nom the top, stitch upward, then turn downward. When you come to the qther side stitch downward the same distance as you stitched upward on the first side. Feather Advice.—Never sun feather beds or feather pillows. Air them on a windy day in a cool place. The sun draws the oil, and the feathers will have a rancid smell if they remain in the sun. Mildew Remedy.—An excellent remedy for mildew Is to saturate an article with kerosene. Roll it up and let It stand for twenty-four hours and then wash in very hot soapsuds. Fish Odor.—To remove fish odor from silver knives and forks or from cooking utensils let stand in cold water before washing.