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To Clean Furniture
Mix together 1 pint cold drawn linseed oil, 1 pint best vinegar, and 1/2 pint spirits of wine. Dip a soft cloth into the mixture and rub over the furniture, and then wipe thoroughly with a clean soft cloth. Always shake the mixture before using. We do not know any article for cleaning furniture equal to this. (Trent.)