degrees of hardness upon the several metals is of interest. Most metals
have some electrolytic action. There are throughout the country water
supplies of every known degree of hardness. There are water supplies
whose hardness can be corrected and there are supplies of the type
known as "permanent" hardness. In actual practice the salts in these
hard waters react with soap of any variety to form a sticky gray
precipitate. This precipitate is increased in quantity in direct
proportion to the activity of the metal. Therefore, the material
selected for the tub and cylinder of a washing machine, for the
container of the dishwashing machine, or for the tea kettle that
demands constant contact with water should be given the careful
attention that its importance demands.


In selecting a Refrigerator, the woman looks for:

1. Seamless lining.

2. Compartment beneath ice high enough to hold quart milk bottles.

3. Generous insulation.

4. A selection of wood and treatment of it that will prevent warping.

5. Heavy hardware.

6. Positive-closing, lever locks.

7. Plain unpanelled trim--high leg base.