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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
How Modern Efficiency Has Banibed The Dust 9Iems
and Confusion Of The Biennial UpbeaYal by
Keeping the House Clean the Year Round

chiefly in the larger portable machines. These
have either the cylindrical or the rectangular
case, and weigh about fifty pounds. This type
produces a comparatively high vacuum with
low air displacement, and the motor consumes
about $50 watts.
The multi-stage and the large single stage
fan machines have the cylindrical case, either
vertically or horizontally mounted, and pro-
duce comparatively large air displacement
with low vacuum or suction. These also weigh
about fifty pounds, and the motor takes from
$50 to 400 watts.
While the diaphragm pump machine has
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

injury may result. Too much oil in a machine
is almost as bad as too little. This is case
where it saves money to find the happy me-
dunn.
A permanent brush in the nozzle, unless it is
electrically operated, is a disadvantage rather
than advantage to vacuum cleaner, as it
obstructs and so reduces the cleaning effci-
ency of the machine. Furthermore, the most
important part of the cleaning is the removal
of embedded dirt, rather than the picking up of
surface litter so there is no call for the con-
tinuous use of brush
The dust bag should be of the kind that can
be detached and emptied easily. Also it is
best to choose one designed that the dirt
does not accumulate at the intake.
Each housewife must decide for herself as
to convenience of operation and simplicity of
construction. The conditions under which
cleaners of this type are used differ widely,
and the machine which would be most efficient
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
XErD 11IE HOT 1CF CLEAN INSTEAD OF CLEANING HOUSE

main stationary while the cleaning is done
through hose and metal tubing. These cleaners
range in price from 500 to S135, which makes
them much too expensive for the average
family. A whole neighborhood might own one
in common, using it in turns, but as rule they
are used only by the professional cleaners or
in large houses.
THE SMALL FAN CLEANERS.
Because of their comparatively low price and
also because it is much easier to operate thern'
the small fan cleaners are the most popular
with housewives.
The type most generally used consists of a
motor. either horizontally or vertically
mounted, with the fan attached directly to the
shaft. The whole is inclosed, mounted upon
rollers or rubber tired wheels, and guided by
a handle from which the dust bag is sus-
pended.
These small machines are not only operated
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

II eDnial
E3S2 and fall housekeeping, when
i Es&k- mother and the hired girl burst
into a wild orgy of scrubbing,
heating and brushing, and all the germs, reused
nm and scattered abroad, led a merry life until
sunlight and fresh air put a period to their
activities.
Children. too enjoyed housekeeping, because
there were mattresses thrown out on the grass
plot to serve as ships and stage coaches; piled
nm furniture that was better for climbing pur-
poses than the Matterhorn; empty closets that
made ideal robbers caves and delicious dis
iointing of the monotonous routine OF family
life. which made house-cleaning days one long
deirium of excitement.
What if the dog did retire 20 his innermost
fastness under the house. the cat take to the
tallest tree in the neighborhood, and tather
have continuous business down town-house-
cleaning was as exhilarating as the circus for
mother and the children, and from garnet 10
cellar no guilty corner escaped!
But in these prosaic days Of efficiency and
labor saving devices, "there amt no such an
animal" as spring and fall house-cleaning.
These ancient bugbears have fled before the
onslaught of the vacuum cleaner.
THE COMING OF THE CLEANER.
Portable vacuum cleaners were first put on
the market about ten years ago, but 1t is only
within the past few years that they have been
so perfected in construction and design as 10
be really efficient dust eliminators and entirely
satisfactory labor saving devices. Now, how
ever. they are so thoroughly established in the
affections of the wise housewife that the home
which does not possess either an electrical or
hand operated vacuum cleaner is becoming as
rare as the Great AUX.
If you are within reach Of electricity, 1t Is
far and away the best-provded you can al
ford ito choose an electrical cleaner rather
than the kind that is operated by hand. Not
only is it more efficient, but it does the work
much quicker and requires nothing like the
labor that it takes to run the hand machine
Portable cleaners have been made IN many
types, but to-day the standard makes use one
of two forms Of vacuum producers; either the
diaphragm pump or the single or multi-stage
fan. This sounds terribly technical, but we
will try to make it so clear that any woman
can astonish the salesman with her knowledge
Of vacuum cleaner construction, and her de-
finite ideas as to Just what it is she wants.
WHEN ELECTRICITY is USED.
Electric cleaners, in spite Of their consider
ably larger cost are considered the best.
The diaphragm pump principle is used
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
Rsvolution That Has Been Brought About BY The
advent of the Vacuum Cleaner in Portable
Shape and at SNoderate Cost

in weight and has a plunger that is worked
back and forth while the suction nozzle !,
guided over the floor, cleans only a narrow
strip at each stroke. Therefore, owing to tbs
length Of time and exertion that would be 70.
quired, it is not to be considered for cesniro
large areas. But it is splendid for brushing
up" and is about the only hand machine that
can be conveniently used on mattresses and
stairs.
The combination suction sweepers are the
most successful of the hand operated machines,
They are box-like in appearance and provided
with rubber tired wheels. The sloping top case
contains three canvas bellows, which are al.
ternately operated by the rear wheels. A.
the forward end is the suction floor nozz.
through which the air and dirt are drawn, Ii.
latter being deposited in a cloth dust bag o,
receptacle, which is also contained in the case
On the bottom Of the sweeper, directly behind
the suction nozzle, is the roller bristle brush
with its driving wheels and metal dust pans
REMOVES BOTH SURFACE AND IN
GRAINED DIRT.
When the entire machine is run back and
forth over the floor, like carpet sweeper, The
revolving brush picks up threads, Int and
surface litter, while the suction removes h.
embedded dirt. Thus in one machine you hsu
combined the carpet sweeper and the vacuum
cleaner. These sweepers are limited to opera
ton on fiat carpeted surfaces, but they remove
more than the surface dirt and raise no dust
which Of course reduces the amount Of dust
ing necessary.
There are three or four standard makes
which are constructed on this principle but
each one has certain features exclusive to itself
This is one of the cases where it rests with the
individual to select the sweeper that best suits
the conditions.
From time to time hand vacuum cleaners
employing electric cleaner principles have been
made, but owing either to their unwiedinea
or the excessive noise produced in their opers.
ton they have failed to create much Of place
for themselves.
If you own the house you are living in, Or
are planning to build and can afford an in.
vestment of $500 to $500, it is best to install
an electric vacuum cleaning system. II VII
increase the value of your property, and in TIE
end it will prove more satisfactory than spend
ing S125 or Whereabouts for a portable machine
In most homes the small portable fan type
electric suction cleaner will be found entirely
satisfactory for the work. These machines are
light in weight, are operated back and form
over the floor like carpet sweeper and should
be used daily or at least every other day.
They range in price from $50 to $50.
In conclusion we urge that whether electric
ity be available or no, purchase a vacuum
cleaner and thereby do the housekeeping more
efficiently and under more sanitary conditions
than those pertaining to broom sweeping.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

in one place might not be nearly so satisfact-
DRY in another.
THE USEFUL SUCTION SWEEPER.
While ordinarily brush in the suction
nozzle decreases the cleaning efficiency, there
is a machine with an electrically driven brush
that is an exception. 1t brushes the carpeted
surface at the same time that the fan draws
the air through the fabric. This gives an ex-
ceptionally thorough cleaning.
Although there are three general types of
hand vacuum cleaners, only one is really prac-
teal
The hand diaphragm-pum machine is an
efficient cleaner, but it requires two persons TO
run it-one to work the pump lever while the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
Bv DEWITT v. WEED, Jr., E.E.,
Enoineering Expert Of The Tribune Institute

)ST of us are so close, even now,
to the kind Of housekeeping
mother used to do that we have
a vivid recollection of the BIZ
ennial hurroosh Of the spring
and fall housekeeping, when
mother and the hired girl burst
into a wild orgy of scrubbing,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
By EMMA GARY WALLACE.

SCRIMP on cleanliness is to
scrimp on health and eff
cheney. Let in the sunlight;
let in the fresh air; it is 70
let in health. Dirt and dis
ease always go hand in hand.
Many Of the most danger
Gus germs are rendered harm
less through the action of con-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

more wearing parts than the fan type, both
are efficient cleaners. Either one is particu-
larly desirable for the cleaning of large houses
where there are many rooms and where the
floor coverings, draperies, and upholstery are
of heavy material. Both these types have the
dust bag contained within the case and re-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

II
let in the fresh air; it is 70
l let in health. Dirt and dis
40 ease always go hand in hand.
1o8A-ZI Many Of the most danger
Gus germs are rendered harm
less through the action of con-
tinued sunshine and fresh air. 1t it were not
50 the dust of our streets would be much
greater menace than it is, blowing hither and
yon as it does when the streets are dry.
The dust in the average home is decidedly
more dangerous than street dust, because 1t IS
not exposed in anything like the same degree
to sunshine and fresh air, and so is productive
Of varying infections of different kinds.
This is the reason that the cold weather
months, when rooms are opened but a short
time, are marked by so many "foul air dis
eases" The dust from the clothing, heating
plant, sweeping, and that brought into the
home in various other ways, lies in warm,
out-of-the-way corners, and many times these
corners are rarely reached with sunshine to
purify and disinfect them.
Many man has discovered that, after sft-
ing his ashes or cleaning up his basement, he
il the victim of a severe and mysterious cold.
This is because the damp, dark basement Is a
particularly fine breeding ground for germs,
which are stirred up by the process Of cleaning.
These, in turn, find Judgement in the damp,
warm nose and throat, and naturally set up
an irritation.
The remedy is plenty Of sunshine and fresh
air in the living rooms, with such cleaning
methods as will effectively remove all the dust
from furniture and crevices everywhere.
To dust with a dry cloth Is only 10 scatter
the germs about. II is much better 10 use a
vacuum machine where possible. 10 burn, the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
Large Fan Type Machine, Mostly Used by Cleaners

back and forth over the floor, like carpet
sweeper, but should be used in the same man
ner, that is, the carpets and rugs should be
cleaned with them daily-or at least every
other day-to prevent the accumulation OF
dirt The electricity consumption Of the motor
is small-only 100 to $50 watts.
To the housewife-unless she has natural
leaning toward mechanics-all small electric
suction cleaners look alike. Therefore, when
she intends to buy one, she naturally asks the
advice Of the salesman, who would be more
than human il he we're not unconsciously in
fuenced by the possible profit. For these
reasons it may help some woman to wise
choice if we mention the principal points to
take into consideration when selecting
cleaner.
THE FOUR CARDINAL VIRTUES.
There are four chief points to be considered:
Efficiency, which means effectiveness, or
power; quality of materials, which makes for
durability; special features, which give con-
venience in operation, and general simplicity.
The efficiency of a cleaner cannot be judged
from the horsepower Of the motor. The sue
ton power depends upon the size and speed Of
the motor, the size and shape of the fan blades,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
BY GRACE c. RUTTER.

ALL homes there are times
!. { !" !. ]
II when the mother is ailing,
II | not confined to bed, but weak
II N-i and languid and incapable Of
il&NA hard work. Good help is not
WSI easy to find, and often it is
II nervous strain to see another
come into the home with diff
ferent methods Of work. Even if she is not
wasteful, the extra expense is too great
drain on the income. Boarding has much the
same objection, and if there are children their
existence makes such mode of living neither
desirable nor cheap.
The best alternative is to live quietly and
plainly until the mothers health warrants
more extensive scale. The children can and
should be taught to wait upon themselves in
every way possible Of course, they will not
do it as well as an older person, but they can
learn only by practice Boys need not think
homework belittling to their sex, and will not
if taught otherwise or led by wise father.
LET THE CHILDREN HELP.
Upon rising in the morning each member of
the family should turn back his bed covers,
beat up the bed and leave window open to
air the room When mother goes into the bed
rooms it is an easy task to close the window,
turn and smooth the bed coverings and run
carpet sweeper across the floor. In this way
the work is completed without too much strain
on her precious strength.
Even little children can set the table, place
the chairs and bring some of the food to the
table. At the end of a meal, each one carries
his plate to the kitchen, folds his napkin and
puts his chair in place.
If the dishes and cooking utensils are put
to soak for a few minutes, they almost wash
themselves With a dish-rack to stand the
washed dishes in. and boiling water poured
over thep. they dry without using a towel.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29
managing the Household When Mother Is Ill

Casserole has the advantage tha'
the food may be served in the dish IN Wnen
it is cooked, saving the washing OF serving
dish. Cooking can be simplihed without s',
SEEMING its nourishment; cereals, fruits anu
meats, with the ever-dependable rice and Oean'
replacing intricate salads and isOor'0',
bakery. Then, there are the grocery anu
bake-shops to supply inexpensive ready-msD'
food.
WASHING MADE EASY.
Washing and sweeping are probably 'n'
hardest parts of homework. Flat pieces eau
be sent to laundry very reasonably any,
with little ingenuity, one can bring m'"
pieces under this head.
Instead of gathering aprons and skirts u"
a band, run shallow hem through the wp
and when worm thread tape through the Wy
to distribute the gathers evenly and tie "n'a
soied, remove the tape and you have i''
piece, launderabe at pillow-case rates
1t is possible to arrange the ironlng-oosiu
clothes basket and rack so close to the aOV's
that woman may sit at the ironing-ooara S,'
complete the ironing without rising ~ ~
wishes to do so. For this, of course, se''
heating iron is necessary, but excellent ga0
electric irons can be bought very reasohsO'''
Sweeping heavy carpets with broom = =. ., =
impossible task for a delicate woman pDs
vacuum cleaner or an ordinary sweeper - -"
salvation. There is a certain trick ~ a.,;ys
ling broom which results IN al Art
light stroke, not tiresome, and gatnsi'"sS roon,
without raising dust Dampening INC 10 be
is excellent, but the water must freq"'"
changed to keep the broom clean. :.
There is the self-wringing mop for l'"O' 'sLs.
and clean cloth adjusted in the same y" "a,
a duster for high woodwork and vans Ary
the polished floors there Is the oi-n nynsnsive,
of these helps in work are really me fSsl;eats
when il is figured how much of the NV av' ave
woman's time and precious strength '"''
while doing effective work. too. --------
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

the fan housing, the floor
nozzle, and whether or not
these factors are properly
coordinated. IL takes some
knowledge of mechanical
principles to enable the
buyer to judge these
points. Failing that, dis
interested expert advice is
the next best thing. And
this is where The Tribune
Institute finds its oppor-
tunity for service. Write
us as nearly as you can
Just what your needs are
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29


for a cleaner, and we will tell you the one that
will best suit your purpose.
If you can afford it, buy machine with the
motor mounted in a horizontal position. This
is in the nature of general principle, as
this construction is mechanically stronger than
the vertical mounting and therefore likely to
prove more durable.
TAKE CARE OF THE MOTOR.
The life Of a motor depends almost entirely
upon the person who runs it and takes care
Of 1t. Regular oling is essential. If this is
not attended to, the bearings overhead and
their life is short, because of the high speed
at which the shaft revolves. Therefore it is
best TO oil vacuum cleaner under ordinary
usage at least once in two weeks.
But be careful not TO use an excessive
amount of oil, as it will overflow, gum up the
works." collect dust, or work into parts where
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-10-29

other manipulates the cleaning tool. This is
regarded by the average housewife as an in
convenience, so the machine is not widely used.
The small piston-type cleaner, which is light
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07
Chlno's Great Reserve Of Ore

AT the close of the year, 1915, the
explored deposit of copper ore re-
mining in the Chino Copper com.
pany's mine. in Grant county, New
Mexico. was estimated ut 10000. 900
tons. which would yield LIS per cwi.
copper. This does not include ore
which may lie out side of the explor-
ed grounds. and which the drills are
bringing in, daily. Ninety million
tons are enough to keep the mine
going thirty eight years.
During the year. 4,4S0,025 cubic
yards of waste and ore were moved
by the steam shovels. OF this, 3,l33,-
9lG cubic yards were waste, and the
remainder equivalent Ia 2.6OO,2Il
tons of ore. Since the steam shovels
began operations, September %. 1910,
there had been moved, December 81 I,
1915, l7,494,44l cubic yards, from
which S.370,G27 tons of ore had been
extracted and sent to the coneentrat-
or at Hurley, less nearly million
tons of free ore sent directly TO the
smelter TEL Paso.
In 1915, the concentration reduced
6,52O tons of ore daily. the ore ere
ated. yielded an average Of 2,l55 per
cwt. copper. The total yield Of con-
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07
S. p. Co.'s Heart In Right Place

The Southern Pacific company an.
nounces that those of its employees
who were members on June II, 1916,
of the National Guard of states its
lines traverse, and who are called out
for army service are granted leaves
OF absence with the understanding
that they will retain their promotion
rights and they can resume their po-
si,ions with the company when the
government relieves them from SER
Wee.
While such employees are serving in
the army in response to the govern
ment's call, the company will allow
until September 80 of this year, to
enlisted men, whether non commits
stoned officers or privates:
To those married, full pay.
> To those unmarried. with fam
lies dependent upon them for support,
three quarters to full pay, according
60 controlling circumstances.
, To those unmarried without de
pendent families, half pay.
The company will allow to commits
stoned Officers, above and including
the grade of second Metenant:
To those married, the difference
between company and government
pay, when government pay is less.
2 To those unmarried with de-
pendent families, three quarters to
full pay, but with government pay
added thereto, not to exceed regular
salary.
3 To those unmarried without de-
pendent families, one-half full pay,
but, with government pay added
thereto, not to exceed regular salary.
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07
FORTY GALLUP BOYS WANT TO
JOIN OUR ROUGH RIDERS

Nearly forty Gallup boys signiied
their willingness Ia enter the military
service of the United States when II
call was made for volunteers by
sam Bu,hman who with Granville
Brock and Jack Cotton and Rob-
crt Burke began the organization of
n cavalry troop to be part of the New
Mexico rough rider regiment which
was to he commanded by Arthur
Hanson, formerly of the regular cs-
adjustment but now conducting Il
large ranch ont side of Demlng.
The call for volunteers To 90 to
Mexico Tor actual service ha- arous-
ed considerable enthusiasm and there
is no question but that troop coulo
have been raised here and in this
country had The matter been carried
through. Word was received that
the governor desired the regiment To
become part of the state troops
and the further organization of the
Gallup troops has been held up IN
abeyance.-tiallup Herald.
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07

New Mexicans are still smartino
over a writeup Of the New Mexico
National Guard on their arrival at
Columbus over a month ago, which
appeared in the Chicago News. The
New Mexicans were critixcd for their
non military appearance. Now the
Illinois National Guard, after a
months warning, have been ordered
to the front and, according TO the
Chicago papers, made little better
showing than did the local boys who
were called out without any previous
warning. OF the appearance of the
First Cavalry, the crack cavalry reg
iment of Chicago, the Tribune Of the
2lst inst, said: "The ranks present.
ed somewhat ragged appearance
because of the sprinkling of recruits
in civilian clothes. Some wore rain.
coats, some ponchos, some nothing
over their uniforms"
The chances are that this crack
unit will look decidedly more ragged
by the time it reaches the border
Silver City Independent.
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07

We are now handling the Carneaux
squads and spring chicken, at Cafe
Richter, u course.
Deming graphic. (Deming, N.M.) 1903-1948, 1916-07-07
DENIM Man Gets Columbus Contract

The Village Board of Trustees let
IA contract Thursday for the erection
of a large tower and tank, which will
be used to supply the city with water.
J. {. Kaufman, of Deming was the
successful bidder. and he has al
ready ordered the material. and will
begin the erection of the tank and
tower ~ soon a, the material arrive,
from III paso.
II ha, been more than n year since
the well near the coaling station has
been completed. though II pumping
plant has never been installed on ac.
count of lack of funds. Up until
RICH, recently the old well furnished
sufficient water for the city, but since
the real warm weather il has been II
problem To get water. The old well
will not be- needed when the pumping
machinery is installed, and il j. hop
ed that il will he but II few days he
fore that j. done.
\ contract will be made with the
Electric Light Co., to furnish clcc-
tririiy to pump the water. and with n
well with a. large u capacity ~ the
new city well is, the water problem,
which has been the cause of lots of
worry to the trustees for the past
two years, will be solvcd--Columbus
Courier.