Today I was reading through the Godey's Magazine and Lady's Book from 1850. I thought I would share a tid bit of the advice from it...
"VARIOUS USEFUL RECIEPTS, &c. OF OUR OWN GATHERING;
To remove stains from Silks, Linins and Wollen Stuffs-- Mix a wineglassful of rectified spirits of turpentine with half a teaspoonful of essential oil of lemons and keep it in a well-stopped bottle. Apply a little upon the stain with a bit of woolen or silk. The colors of the fabric will sustain no injury from this application.
To remove freckles-- freckles may be removed, we are told, but do not vouch for it by the frequent application of spirits diluted, or alkaline solutions the latter of just sufficient strength to prick the tongue.
To cleanse the hair-- It is recommended to use a little soda in the water instead of soap. Rosemary steeped in water cleanses the hair nicely; or an egg well beaten and mixed in warm water has the same effect.
A Piece of Good Advice-- Never seem wiser or more learned than the people you are with. Wear your learning like your watch, in a private pocket, and do not pull it out and strike out merely to show you have one."
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