For Insomnia
July 14th, 2021
A heaping bowl of bread and milk, seasoned with salt, and eaten just before retiring, is recommended as a sure cure for the worst case of insomnia.
Source: Fowler’s Household Helps, A.L. Fowler
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June 26th, 2021
Dip the ends of the fingers in melted tallow before beginning a task which is likely to stain them.
Source: Fowler’s Household Helps, A.L. Fowler
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June 14th, 2021
The unpleasant odor of perspiration often causes much annoyance. Instead of using perfumery, wash the body with warm water to which has been added two tablespoonfuls of compound spirits of ammonia. This will leave the skin sweet, clean, and fresh.
Source: Fowler’s Household Helps, A.L. Fowler
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