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To Prepare Silks for Washing

Most colors are really improved. by the following method, especially red, purple, orange, blue, olive, puce, &c. The more delicate greens are not improved, neither are they in. jured. This is likewise the case with lavender. If the silk is to be washed in a dress, and most stains will be instantly removed. the seams of the skirt do not require to be

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