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��A Vacuum Washing-Machine Which Sucks Dirt Out of Fabrics

CONICAL vacuum cups which see-saw up and down, do the washer-woman's hard work in the laundry machine de- vised by E. F. Beebe of MinneapoHs. Besides saving rubbing, the cups cleanse the clothes with practically no wear and tear on the fabric.

The tub rotates beneath the cups, thus enabling them to reach every part of the washing. The wringer is pivotally hinged at one side of a post of the frame that supports the tub. It can be swung close up to the tub, or it may be swung to one side when the ma- chine is to be used with a fixed tub. An electric motor usually furnishes the power, but a gas-engine may be used instead.

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ONEofthelatest household ap- pliances is the hot- water platter. It is especially useful at breakfast time. Boiling water can be turned into the tank under the platter and the top screwed down. Then by placing the nickel cover over the food, it will keep hot for at least a half-hour.

Before cleaning tan or russet shoes, rub them over lightly with a flannel cloth wet with milk, first removing any stains with benzene. If this is done, the shoes will receive the polish much better and remain in a softer and more pliable wearing condition.

When hooks and eyes are used on the placket of a tailor-made suit, if the pair at the base of the opening are pinched down flat the

���placket will never tear or look shabby. A good furniture polish can be made in the following manner: To six ounces of the best refined kerosene add one ounce of the best yellow resin, one dram of vermilion to color, and ten ounces of turpentine. Mix these ingredients at a gentle heat for at least an hour. Then strain and stir constantly until cold.

A canvas or linen household pocket, or sidebag, with a belt, will be found a great step-saver for the busy housewife In it may be stowed such articles as keys, pocketbook, memo- randum pad and pencil, so that they are ready at hand.

Paint stains may be re- moved from cotton or linen by soaking in turpentine or gasoline. If on silk, do not use turpentine; ether will probably dissolve it. Grass stains, when fresh, can be removed by soaking in alcohol. If the stains are old, rub with molasses and allow to stand several hours before washing out.

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����A number of electrically operated vacuum cups cleanse the clothes with very little wear and tear on the fabric

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