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QUESTION William Lucas, Warfordsburg, would like the name of a paint thinner and where it can be purchased for use in military paints. QUESTION—Robert DeLong, Walden, N.Y., would like to know where to purchase Falu rodfarg paint, which is made in Sweden. It is a superior water-based red paint, ideal forbarns, which previously was available from a company in Georgia. QUESTION Daniel Sensenig, Ephrata, would like to know where to purchase cherry pits or similar products to burn in a wood pellet stove. Is there a store in southeastern Penn sylvania that sells these products already dried and bagged? QUESTION Esther Molt, Newmanstown, would like to know where she can buy a set of Jungle Doctor books written by Paul White. She enjoyed these books as a child and would like to get them tor her children. II O.C. RICE, INC. SMITH’S WALTEMYER’S 104 North IWn St IMPLEMENT, INC. SALES t SERVICE BtglwvMo, M 17207 M#**of»hurg, 0* 10134 WlnttrMomi Ro«( 7174774136 Rad Lk>n, PA 1-MO-U3-3374 SCHEFFEL EQUIP S« ca MQoomM. Toww<da. PA 7,7-TtMMO •14-44*4(00 GEORGE V. SEIPLE & SON EaMon. M (10-2M-714* From now through April 30,1996, you can choose 9.4% fixed-rate financing for up to 60 months when you buy the superior planting performance of a John Deere Max Emerge 2 Planter. If you currently own another brand, now is an especially good time to trade up to a John Deere. See us for details, today! TOBIAS EQUIPMENT CO., INC. HalHu. M 717-3*2-3132 WINELAND EQUIPMENT, INC. Martitwburg. M (14.793*2109 M.S. YEARSLEY & SONS Wmi Chester. M »104M-2MO A Lancaster Farming, Saturday, April 13, 1086429 QUESTION A Turbotvllle reader would like to know where to find literature or an owner's manual on a US Slicing Machine Co., Van Barkers original hand crank meat slicer that was made in 1912 in La Porte, Ind. QUESTION Al Freysz, Middletown, Md., would like to know where to obtain parts for a Bonanza apple parer. QUESTION Bill Sherwood, Beavertown, is looking for two items. One is a kid’s wagon made by Sherwood Company with the name Sherwood printed on the side. The other is a goat wagon. Both should be older models that are in good shape and priced reasonably. QUESTION —Sandra Laughman, Hardin, Mo., wrote that she read about a woman who creates pickled fabrics. Sandra would like information on the procedure and ingredients to use. QUESTION David Hoover, Ephrata, wants to know if Joseph Barr one dollar bills are collector items. There are five in a set. ANSWER Mrs. Benjamin Stoltzfus, Bird-in-Hand, wanted the address or telephone number tor a company called Dantex Trend, which sells lace. Thanks to June Howes of Keymar, Md., for writing that the company is Dantex Trim mings & Textiles, W. 39th St.. New York, N.Y. 10018 (212) 719-9640. ANSWER —Durwood Tuttle, Knoxville, wanted to know if there is a way to repair a 10-gallon crock on the inside because the crock is chipped and leaks. Thanks to Mrs. 0. Fisher, Lewistown, for sending instructions for the repair. She writes that scene folks us super glue but it is not food safe. To repair a cracked crock, lay it on the side so the crack is down. Pour melted paraffin in the crack and press it smooth with your fingers. This will work for dry storage and for limited success with cold liquids. ANSWER—Janice Buhl, Erie, needed bobbins for an old White treadle sewing machine. Thanks to Mrs. 0. Fisher who writes that she would be happy to share a spare bobbin. Write to her at 1068 Baek Maitland Rd., Lewistown, PA 17044. ANSWER Margaret Grieff, Sidmore, wanted to buy a cookie jar shaped like an ice cream cone. Thanks to Roy Knause, Setinsgrove, for writing that he has one marked 159 USA on bottom. Call him at (717) 374-2158. ANSWER Millie Thieme wanted a hand turned bread maker. Thanks to G. Minckler, who writes that she can have his for the cost of mailing. Write to him atBoo N. Wayne Ave., Wayne, PA 19087. ANSWER Mary Paxton, Honey Grove, wanted kitchen helps and tips from readers. Here are some from Lisa Sparr. • When crushing crackers for pie crusts, topping for casser oles, etc., place crackers in a piece of plastic wrap and push down all sides of the wrap to seal it. Use a rolling pin to crush. • Refresh your spice shelf every year or so. Tarragon, cher vil, basil and some other delicate ones may not last that long. Whole leaf varieties keep better than powdered or ground ones. • Using bananas in dessert? Toss them with cream sherry, The wine will flavor the fruit and keep it from darkening, • Boiling a little winegar will eliminate unpleasant cooking odors. • Homemade vanilla extract is made by combining 1 cup brandy and 2 vanilla beans cut into one-inch pieces. Combine in a jaar with a tight fitting lid. Cover and let stand 3 months, shaking three times a week. Yield; one cup. • When using a glass pan, decrease the oven temperature 25 degrees. • When adding flour to cake batter, do not overmix. • Always stir rice with a fork to prevent gummy rice. • After fluting the edge of pastry, press or crimp under nm in several places to prevent shrinkage. • Arrowroot is ideal for thickening pie fillings since it becomes very clear upon thickening and does not cover any natural flavor. • To prevent brown sugar from hardening, store in a cov ered container. Insert a damp paper towel or napkin in the lid. If brown sugar has hardened, the same treatment will soften • Strong-flavored vegetables require more seasoning than mild-flavored vegetables. ’ When sauces are made in a double boiler never allow the water in the bottom boiler to touch the bottom of the top boiler. • Use three times as much fresh herb as dried. If a recipe calls for one teaspoon dried, use 3 teaspoons fresh. • Bay leaves and whole cloves keep ants and pests out of cupboards. • Hang cheesecloth bags of yarrow, mint, and lavender in your closets and cupboards to repel moths and sweeten the air. • Fresh parsley will freshen your breath ANSWER Sara Orr, Rising Sun, Md., wanted to know where to buy braided rugs and runners. Here are some more addresses: Church group that makes braided rugs, contact Lois Myers from Zwingli United Church of Christ in Eas at (717) 259-9294. Johanna Baldwin, 2934 Rt. 97, Gle> Md. 21738 (410) 489-4592.
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