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For Washing Black and White, Stone, Slate, or Maroon Colored Cotton Goods.
Before washing black and white, stone, slate, or maroon colored cotton goods; dip them in a solution of salt and water, made by dissolving two cupfuls of salt in 10 quarts of cold water, and hang them in a shady place to dry. The salt sets the colors. When dry, wash in a light suds in the usual way. Calicoes and muslins do not require a hot suds; water moderately warm is best. Never allow them to soak in the water. Wash quickly, turn the wrong side out, and dry in the shade. A little salt in the rinsing water is an improvement. Another way is to mix two cupfuls of wheat bran in cold water, making a smooth paste; then stir it into 1 qt. of soft boiling water. Let it boil 1 hour, then strain into 5 or 6 qts. of soft warm water. No soap is necessary, for bran has cleansing properties of its own. If there is black in the dress, or any other color that is liable to "run, " add a tablespoonful of salt. Rinse thoroughly in one water. for starch, use a little white glue-water, cool and clean. Always iron on the wrong side with a moderately hot iron.
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