The La Crosse Tribune from La Crosse, Wisconsin • Page 6

Pointers Tuesday, Dec. 17, Orltvrrrd on Rl Doc. 1963 IK (Crosse (Tribune Bv POLLY CRAMER Enterprise Assr. 3c Oman's DEAR college roommate is betting a silver dollar that you will not use one of my hints. If you have a pair of suede pumps that have rain spots on them, rub the spots with an emery board.

The spots will disappear before your eyes. (But not too hard or so will the POLLY) My white washcloths do not stay white very long so I boil them with lemon rinds. This will also whiten dish towels and remove the discoloration from cooking have won the bet so collect from that roommate of yours and you will have two silver dollars. I would bet that you didn't learn that bleaching trick at college; sounds as if it might have come from your DEAR like to grow mint but dislike the way it grows wild and tries to take over the entire garden. To prevent this.

I cut both the top and bottom out of a two-pound coffee tin. sink it into the ground so that the top of the can is at ground level and plant the mint inside the can. It will thrive and grow, will not spread and will provide all the mint leaves I E. J. DEAR you have a clothesline that you take down between laundry days here is a good way to store it.

Bend a wire coat hanger so that the curved ends bend in instead of out. wrap the clothesline around the indented center and hang in a convenient place. For a spool rack, use the pliers to untwist a wire hanger below the hook. Slip spools of thread down onto the bottom bar. To close the hanger, slip in empty spool over the hook and onto the open ends.

Hang on one arm of a chair while L. G. would be good for black, white and colors used most often for hand sewing and mending. DEAR am 6 years old and my mother is writing this for me. One day.

to her delight. I drank all the broth from my vegetable soup through a straw. She thought this a good idea that might entice other children to drink broth they otherwise would DEAR took some pieces of linoleum left over from our new kitchen countertops and cut them in round and oblong pieces, two of a kind. I cemented them together, back to back, so the linoleum was on the outside. They make wonderful cutting surfaces, lay on the countertop almost unnoticed and surely save wear and tear.

Leftover vinyl or asbestos tiles could be used the same D. F. -v DEAR POLLY-With Christmas shopping upon us. my hint is for male shoppers. I keep an up-to-date card in my billfold with my measurements, shoe size, favorite brands in clothing, perfume and cosmetics, her favorite colors and oth- DAV, Auxiliary Conduct Tomah VA Christmas Store Women Are Asking How do you shell Brazil nuts to get whole meats? You will get good results shelling Brazil nuts if you boil them for a few minutes first, according to Charlotte Dunn, foods specialist at the University of Wisconsin.

Cover the nuts with cold water, bring to a boil and simmer for three minutes. Drain and cover with cold water. Drain and then crack. Boiling softens the shells so the nutmeat will come free easily. Store Brazil nuts separately from other nuts for the high moisture in this nutmeat can mold other nuts.

Ray Havenses Observing Chromcrafl 3 piece dinette with drop leaf table, a compact 30x22 opens to 4 feet delivery guaranteed in time for Christmas 307 Fifth Avenue South ulmlm er likes and dislikes. When she drops a hint as to needs or preferences. I jot it down on the card. This saves returning a lot of merchandise as well as giv- ng me the opportunity to shop at sales or at my leisure. I always have something on hand for that unexpected N.

C. DEAR was always hard for me to take aspirin tablets. They would dissolve before I could swallow them. Now I put them in the refrigerator. When 1 need one.

I get out a glass of cold water and an aspirin at the same time. Thev go down MARY DEAR reader's suggestion of making a Thread Tree reminded me of a sewing plaque my mother-in-law gave me as a bride 22 years ago. Use a piece of 1-inch-by- 12-inch board, about 15 inches long. Sand the ends and rough spots. Drive in two rows of finishing nails, properly spaced to accommodate spools of thread.

In the remaining space arrange the following: a cup hook at each end for scissors and a tape measure, a small cork to slip a thimble on. and a small pincushion. Do not add the pincushion until you have painted the board. Tack a strip of heavy ribbon on the top edges of the board so it can hang on the wall. I put a coat hook in the back of my closet and on it I hang all the empty coat hangers.

They do not clutter up the rod and a hanger is always ready jwithout having to rummage I around for H. L. Disabled American Veterans set up in the Midway of Build- the wards and the patients could'store during the three days. and Auxiliary operated a Christ- ing 407, long tables in the large choose their gifts. La Crosse DAV and Auxiliary GIRLS The sewing plaque mas store Tomah VA Hospi- room loaded with attractive More than 1,200 separate gifts members assisting, in addition would be a nice Christmas gift tal Friday and Satur- gifts for every age group.

were wrapped during the three to those pictured above, were and not expen- 13 14, to 1 sent to families of the Louise Jamesson. Marie Miller, sive Sorrv girls it is impossi- vide Patients with opportunity The gifts were donated by the VA Hospital patients. Volun- Marian Heintz, Julia Nanstad hie to return hints to you that1? choose 8ifts tor their fami- DAV and Auxiliary members teers did all the wrapping of and Albert Jamesson. Albert WHITE SAUCE lies. throughout the state and several gifts and the organization paid Hanna, Madison, state legisla- Whether you are making thin, The store was managed by other organizations and individ- the postage.

Several gifts were tive director, was among mem- medium or thick white sauce. DnTlv i i I i DAV and Auxiliary members uals. Each patient coming to sent to far-away oers coming from outside DLAK fully wnenl from Green Bay, Eau Claire, the store carried labels ad-to the Philippine Islands and mah. switches are taken off the wall Altoona, Wisconsin Rapids, dressed to each member of his Europe, to be painted, insert the screws Menomonie, Milwau-f a i 1 and he was free to (which fasten them to the Friendship, Marshfield, choose items for all his family, Mrs. Frankie Witt, Tomah, into holes punched in the end of sevens Point, Manawa and La no matter how large the fami- state DAV Auxiliary hospital a paper cup or a small box.

Grosse, who joined with Tomah ly. chairman; Ann Muetze, VAVS Painting the heads of the screws mernbers in helping to wrap Patients unable to leave their alternate; and Florence Garvis then a B. B. and majj fami- wards were not forgotten, as ey, director of volunteers, lies and relatives. The store was special girt carts were sent to rected work at the Christmas DEAR am hoping my hint will make someone's nuts from the hardware store1 a rubber band around the open- not find them.

I had completely day less complicated. The re- make attractive candle holders. Mng where the hanger hook and forgotten where they were hid- cent hint for washing a lace ta- They are heavy enough to hold the cord come out, to prevent den. This vear I made a note of blecloth was really a smart one. tall tapers and the threads any air from escaping.

Turn the the articles and the places they Mine is now as good as new. inside the nuts hold the candles dryer on and hold it were put and taped in on the Save the last bits of facial snugglv in place. They can be up into the bottom of the bag. wall in the linen closet. If there soap and dry them thoroughly, painted gold, silver or any de- The fur hairs raise and all odor are children in the family who Grate them on your kitchen sired color.

Decorate after of storage is removed. Just be read, the a of the items grater, fill a small pill vial and I sure no children can get to the might be written in a code only keep this in your purse. If you would be a good bag. I you would are ever stranded in a rest room idea for making extra holiday When washing fragile cur- forgetfulness with no soap with which to candle holders that might be tains, lay them in the bathtub really with me. Frankie Witt, Tomah VA Hospital chairman, front row, left; Clara Blank, Eau Claire, department senior vice commander; Rav La Belle, Green Bay, department commander; and Ann Muetze, La Crosse.

Veterans Administration Volunteer Service alternate. Second row. Leonard Drescher, Altoona department junior vice commander; Dr. man E. Wilkinson, Tomah VA Hospital director; Emma Morrison, Patricia Campbell, Louise Wiegand, Dorothy Riordan, Lily Brenengan, Agnes Mealy, Mae Bonk.

Aletta Werel, Myrtle Mateska and Ervin Tyler, La Crosse volunteers, and Florence Garvey, director of volunteers at Tomah VA Hospital. Pythians Elect New Officers Gateway Temple No. 19, Pythian Sisters Christmas dinner party was Thursday, Dec. 12, at Odd Fellows Hall. Contributions to the Wisconsin Pythian Crippled Childrens Fund were substituted for adult gift exchange.

This fund furnishes $250 worth of equipment, annually, to each of the ten orthopedic schools in the state, including the local one at Emerson and Camp Wawbeek. Officers elected at the meeting were Grace McDonald, most excellent chief; Selma Rudy, excellent senior; Ellen Isakson, excellent junior; Mildred Burch, manager; May Morgan, secretary; Hazel Wahlstrom, treasurer; Irene Niemeyer, protec- A I I tor: Harvey, guard: Clar- A ith WpHHmn abelle Brickson, trustee for VYCUUIliy three years. Semelda Wachs, WEST SALEM. and installing officer; Grace Mc- Mrs. Ray G.

Havens will ob- Donald, grand representative; their 45th wedding anni- May Morgan, alternate; Semel- jversary Thursday, Dec. 19. da Wachs, captain of degree Alma Showens and Ray Hav- staff; and Hazel Wahlstrom, ens were married Thursday, press correspondent. Dec. 19, 1918.

by Judge Robert Installation will be Thursday, E. Looby, at Winona, Minn. At- Jan. 23. tending were Florence Schaller and Guy Havens, both now deceased.

Mr. and Mrs. Havens lived in La Crosse until two years ago when they moved to West Salem. They have four children, William Eau Claire; James Bangor; Mrs. Jesse (Jeanne) Harkness, La Crosse; and Mrs.

Cletus (Alma Rae) Long, Madison. They have 13 grandchildren. Mrs. mother, Mrs. Nellie Showens, is still living.

There will be no celebration due to illness in the family. we cannot To- you'll need a quarter teaspoon of salt to each cup of milk. LADIES' HOUSE SLIPPERS Si nn Christmas Eve is far too busy a time to have to go on a house- wide search for hidden POLLY Share your favorite home- freshen up, you always have decked with fireproof Christmas and turn on cool water from the some in your purse. It seems 1 shower. After they are soaked, always pick a rest room that gently rub them with mild soap has run out of and let the shower water pour idea over (jiem Rinse the same way DEAR POLLY I have husband thought up has woiked and t0 dry over the plastic- making ideas send them to devised a game for our four- successfully foi five years C0Vered shower curtain rod, fas- Polly in care of The La Crosse year-old daughter that helps to thought otheis might like tening hems evenly with Tribune.

You'll receive a bright, teach her the alphabet. I wrote to use Our storm windows clothespins. This method elimi- new silver dollar if Polly uses the alphabet and numbers on a round holes across the hot- nates injury to the your idea in Pointers, piece of cardboard and on paper, tom ft'anie but we mrr too I cut out the paper numbers wished more provision of my sons used and letters so each is in its own )een ventilation. shower method for laun- square. She matches these pa- rem husband cut dering his drip-dry suits and per squares to the same num- a across the bottom of shirts when he was traveling bers or letters on the cardboard, each fiame whete the small ahroad but with liquid or pow- As she matches I tell her their holes had been.

He fur- dered detergent instead of soap. names. She has already learned improved the situation by pql to identify many of' nalling screening, on the out- to glow on Christmas Trees MACSHORE CLASSICS 32-40 MATCHING BEDSPREADS DRAPES Sec the most beautiful NO-IRON COTTONS I)AC RONS JERSEYS WHITE PIN STRIPES COLORS PRINTS FREE GIFT WRAP OPEN ALL WEEK 9 to 9 DEAR POLLY 1 994.99 MENS HOUSE SUPPERS 2.99 6.99 CHILDREN'S HOUSE SLIPPERS 1 49 3.69 WE GIVE GOLD BOND STAMPS SHOE STORE 1220 Caledonia St. pre-Christmas SALE MATERNITY DRESSES $6 $10 $15 side, over this opening. Insects cannot get in as they used to be- DEAR use a stick I arcr iron we would get the storm cotton tips on each end to windows down and the screens around the edges of my up in the spring.

We can leave girl saddle shoes. One them up longer without depriv- for black and the other for ing ourselves of the outdoor air. v'hite so there is no wiping off MRS bo D. W. SALEM 313 MARKOS PEARL ST.

DOWNTOWN LACROSSE isiiy the fabric and make your own drapes if you ish. Sample fabrics shown In your obligation. Choose from the largest selection of fabrics in this area WE ALSO CARRY Complete Stock of Ciraber Drapery Hardware Washable Window Shades Venetian Blinds Nettle Creek Bedspreads. Custom Slip Covers Wood Shutters FLOR-MART, INC. 2301 So.

Ave. Ph. 2-2175 DEAR POLLY-Use your hair DEAR POLLY-I loosely wad dryer to puff up furs that have a clean facial tissue and put it been stored. Place the hair dry- in the of a er and fur piece in a medium- plastic bib to save spills from sized plastic bag. leaving just accumulating and overflowing the dryer cord outside.

Fasten when baby is learning to drink from a cup. The tissue also holds the pocket open so that the milk runs into it instead ot down F. R. P. VALUES CONVERTIBLE! (bcuf On Wednesday, December 18, on any or all merchandise purchased ot DANNY'S HOUSE of MUSIC, the customer may write the name of a church or synogogue on the back of their charge slip or register receipt and of the sale will be sent to that institution.

Let's make this a Day' on Wednesday Dec. IS, at s.m mat TORK STATE ST 715 DEAR POLLY-Last year about this time 1 purchased several things I intended to give for Christmas gifts and when Christmas rolled around I could your doctor trusts him You consider your doctor a dedicated man. Our pharmacist, too, has studied long and hard in order to be able to serve you. Your doctor depends on him so can you! BERG'S PHARMACY YOl R1XALL STORE 1225-1227 Caledonia St. Phone 2-4934 Dishwasher by KitcheiiAid A Kitchen Aid Imperial convertible-portable dishwasher gives her back to her family where she wants to be, especially at Christmas time.

It's a portable now with a maple cutting board top can he installed permanently any time. It has the same superior features as the other KitchenAid loaded from the front. NEW from BEL MOVIE with FAST CARTRIDGE LOADIN ZOOM EYE, REFLEX VIEW FINDER AND OTHER WAY-OUT-IN-FRONT FEATURES This smartly designed camera has everything you need to shoot perfectly exposed, full color movies automatically! Full-Time ELECTRIC EYE sets the lens automatically, from sun-up to sun-down. Fast REFLEX VIEWING enables you to quickly record every exciting movie event just the way you see it and (unfilled, dramatic effects are yours, too. with the fast, full-range ZOOM LENS.

Yes. the new Bell Howell AUTOLOAD MOVIE CAMERA is loaded with way-out-in-front features! ONLY S15 Down PER WEEK Come In and order now at HOUSE OF MUSIC 307-309 Main St. Open Until 9 p.m. ourspeclal Christmas prlca CLARK-SRACKEN 412 So. Ith St.

Dial 4-3877 COMMUNITY CAMERA Community Camera is the ONLY Bell A Howell Authorized Service Depot in the Area. 506 Main St. Open Wed, and Fri. 'til 9 Dial 2-1565.