The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 - 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.
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blotting paper can
[Illustration: Fig. 1, 2, 3 Paper Corners for Blotter Pads] be easily changed by removing the holders and fasteners. Corners complete are shown in Fig. 3. --Contributed by J. Wilson Aldred Toronto, Canada. ** Sleeve Holders for Lavatories [17] A very handy article is an attachment on wash basins or lavatories for holding the sleeves back while washing the hands. It is very annoying to have the sleeves continually slip down and become wet or soiled. The simple device shown herewith can be made with bent wires or hooks and attached in such a way that it can be dropped out [Illustration: Wires Attached to a Lavatory] of the way when not in use. --Contributed by L.J. Monahan, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. ** Removing Tarnish [17] A pencil eraser will remove the tarnish from nickel plate, and the ink eraser will remove the rust from drawing instruments. |
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